What is the mailing address to mail something to an inmate?

PBSO2016-05-12T15:49:01-04:00The mailing address for inmates housed at the Main Detention Center is P.O. Box 24716, West Palm Beach, Florida 33416. The mailing address for inmates housed at the West Detention Center is P.O. Box 1450, Belle Glade, Florida 33430. All incoming mail must have the inmates booked name, jacket number, and cell assignment on the postcard.

How do I e-mail an inmate?

PBSO2019-06-20T16:56:52-04:00 Schedule a Video Visitation: https://jailvisit.pbso.org/app

What am I allowed to send to an inmate?

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Why would a letter be refused and returned to the sender?

PBSO2016-05-12T15:42:28-04:00Mail will be refused for the following reasons:

• If the information is incorrect on the outside of the envelope
• If the mail contains an unauthorized item
• If the inmate is released or transferred and is not in our custody
• If the mail does not comply with the facility rules

Can inmates receive books, magazines, or newspapers?

PBSO2022-06-07T13:53:00-04:00

All publications and periodicals must come directly from the publisher or a licensed commercial warehousing source. The mailing label must contain the inmate’s booked name, jacket number, and cell assignment.

Only new softcover paperback books will be accepted. There is a limit of four books, including religious books. Inmates may subscribe to no more than one daily or weekly newspaper and four periodicals.

How much money can an inmate have in their account?

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There is no limit on the amount of money an inmate may have in their account. Any amount in excess of $10,000.00 is subject to IRS reporting requirements.

Can I bring money to the jail for deposit to an inmate’s account?

PBSO2022-06-07T13:55:03-04:00

Family and friends of inmates are able to deposit funds into inmate commissary accounts utilizing the Access Corrections Kiosks. Kiosks are located in the release lobby at the Main Detention Center, the Video Visitation Center and the visitation lobby at the West Detention Center. The machines will accept Cash, Credit Cards, and Debit Cards.

Transactions using the kiosk will deposit the money into the inmate's account avoiding delays during holidays or weekends and making the money readily available for commissary purchases. Any monies deposited will be subject to the normal collections for debts owed to the jail by the inmate (INCLUDING BOND MONEY).

The automated payment kiosk accepts United States currency in 5, 10, 20, 50, and 100 US denominations. Deposits may be made twenty- four hours, seven days a week using the Kiosk located at the Main Detention Center. Please refer to the video visitation schedule (https://jailvisit.pbso.org/app) for the hours of operations at the other two locations.

There is a $4.50 convenience fee for utilizing the Corrections Kiosk. The fee will be deducted from the amount deposited into the Inmate's account.

The Lobby Kiosk:

• Accepts $5.00 bills or higher for a cash deposit to inmate commissary accounts.
• Family and friends must know inmate's JACKET NUMBER and FULL BOOKED NAME.
• Funds deposited will be credited to the inmate's account.
• A receipt will be issued from the Kiosk to the person depositing the funds.
• A receipt will be issued from the facilities to the inmate.

A third party will operate the Cobra Cashier Kiosks. The Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office will have no responsibility for the operation of this machine. If there is an issue with a deposit, a phone number will be available to contact the vendor. Our Agency has no means to resolve any issues related to the kiosk.

Can I electronically send money to the jail for deposit to an inmate’s account?

PBSO2022-06-07T13:55:34-04:00

Electronic remote commissary deposits may be sent using SmartDeposit. Family and friends may make deposits through the Access Corrections, www.accesscorrections.com, by calling an Access Corrections agent at 866-394-0490, or using the kiosks located in the detention facility’s lobbies or visitation center.

Do you hold inmate’s property or money when they are no longer in custody?

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When an inmate is released or transferred from our custody, their personal property and any balance in their account is transferred or released as well.

Do you charge a daily fee to each inmate account?

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Currently, the fee is $3.00 per day. It is charged on a daily basis. Inmates are not denied any basic needs if fees are not paid.

Are there any other fees charged to inmates while in custody?

PBSO2022-06-07T13:56:36-04:00

Yes. Inmates are charged an initial $25.00 processing fee for each incarceration. They are also charged for various self- initiated medical fees.

• Nurse Clinic $5.00
• Medical Clinic $10.00
• Dental Clinic $10.00
• Prescription $7.00
• Reading glasses $10.00
• Transport to own doctor or medical facility $100.00

What items may be purchased through the commissary and the cost of these items?

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How often can inmates purchase commissary and the maximum they can spend?

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How can an inmate get paperwork notarized?

PBSO2022-06-07T14:00:09-04:00

All sergeants, assigned to the shifts in the corrections division, are notaries. Inmates may request to have paperwork notarized through these sergeants.

Will you accept payroll checks or government checks?

PBSO2022-06-07T14:02:04-04:00

Payroll checks are not accepted. Government checks will be accepted.

If the inmate has money in their property, can they bond themselves out?

PBSO2022-06-07T14:02:26-04:00

Yes. The inmate needs to inform a deputy during the intake process that they have the funds in their property for bond. The inmate will be required to sign the bond receipt.

How do I bond someone out of jail?

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Bond information can be obtained or verified by calling Inmate Records (561) 688-4340. Once the amount is determined, an individual may post a bond using the following options:

1. Post a CASH BOND (cash, money orders, or certified checks only, NO personal checks) in the total amount of the bond made payable to Palm Beach County Sheriff.

2. Have a bondsman post a SURETY BOND. Most often, a bondsman will charge a percentage of the bond as a fee for posting the bond and require the individual to sign a promissory note. A list of local bondsmen are listed in the phone book and posted in the Visitor's Lobby of the Main Detention Center and West Detention Center.

3. Post bond using credit or debit using a GovPayNet agent by calling 1-877-392-2455 or online at www.GovPayNow.com. Make sure you include the following information when completing the transaction: Inmate's Full Booked Name, Jacket# and Booking#

   MAIN DETENTION CENTER PAY LOCATION CODE - 7020 WEST DETENTION CENTER PAY LOCATION CODE - 7021

How can I get glasses/contacts and dentures to an inmate?

PBSO2022-06-07T14:06:14-04:00

These items may be mailed in. The outside of the package must indicate the contents (i.e. glasses enclosed, contacts enclosed, etc.) and all packages will be thoroughly searched before being delivered to an inmate.

How do I obtain inmate’s personal property that is being stored in the property room at a detention facility?

PBSO2022-06-07T14:06:34-04:00

Inmates must provide written authorization to release all personal items stored in the tamper proof bags. Transfer of property requests are processed Monday through Friday from 0830 hrs. to 1500 hrs. only after the inmate’s signature has been verified. The person picking up the property should follow the signs for “Inmate Release” and walk over the overpass to the release lobby and advise the deputy they are here to pick up property. Valid photo identification must be provided when picking up inmate’s property. Property must be retrieved while the inmate is still in our custody.