Columbia River Correctional Institution Family & Friends Information

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Columbia River Correctional Institution uses three different companies for inmate deposits, and also a fourth method - mailing a money order.

Inmates have two main types of accounts: a phone account and a commissary (trust) account. 

 - Phone account funds can be used for phone calls, electronic messaging, and computer tablet services. 
 - Commissary account funds can be used for items from the facility like snacks, toiletries, and other goods and services.

INMATE MONEY ACCOUNTS

1. JPAY

Columbia River Correctional Institution uses the services of JPAY for you to send money to an inmate's trust fund / commissary account. 



You can send money to an inmate/offender's commissary/spendable account through the Send Money page.
There are several ways to send money to an inmate/offender.

  1. Online payments
  2. Over the phone by calling 800-574-5729
  3. MoneyGram - use receive code 7813
  4. If you wish to send cash you can use MoneyGram. MoneyGram has many convenient locations nationwide.
    The following establishments will always have MoneyGram services:
    Walmart
    7-11
    CVS Pharmacy

You will need:
Inmate's Correctional ID number and last name
The facility name or receive code.
You can visit the MoneyGram website to find locations near you.

        5. Money Order - Inmate's Name must be on the Money Order - Once purchased, call (800) 574-5729 and use receive code 7813.

        6. Lobby Kiosk
            You can use a debit or credit card in the lobby kiosk to send funds to an inmate/offender.


2. GETTING OUT

Depositing Money for Communicating with an Inmate

How to Make a Deposit for Phone, Email or Visitation using GettingOut.com

Columbia River Correctional Institution uses GettingOut for some or all of its communication services with an inmate.

If you want to deposit money using this company for your use or your inmate's account, there are four ways to do it:

  • Online - They accept all major credit cards including Visa, MasterCard, Discover and American Express.
  • At the Columbia River Correctional Institution using the kiosk in the jail lobby - (cash, debit or credit card) NOTE - Columbia River Correctional Institution may require identity verification so bring your driver’s license or some other form of ID.
  • By phone by calling 866-516-0115 - They have bi-lingual operators are standing by 24 hours 7 days a week to assist you with your deposit. Major credit cards accepted are Visa, MasterCard, Discover and American Express.
  • By using their app, either Android or iphone. - All credit cards mentioned above are accepted.

Occasionally, it may take up to 72 hours for funds to be active on an inmate Trust & Commissary account, however most people experience deposits are available immediately.


3. ACCESS CORRECTIONS

Columbia River Correctional Institution uses Access Corrections Secure Deposits (also known as 'Smart Deposit') for depositing money into an inmate's account. 

The information below provides you complete instructions regarding the Columbia River Correctional Institution:
- Inmate Accounts and Deposits,
- Commissary Information,
- Depositing Money Online,
- Mailing Inmate Money, and
- What 'property' Columbia River Correctional Institution inmates are allowed to have in jail and/or have dropped off to them.
Follow the instructions below on this page exactly to help ensure that your inmate has access to commissary, and in some cases medical and bail money, as soon as possible.


4.  SENDING A MONEY ORDER BY MAIL

If sending money by mail to be deposited on an AICs commissary (trust) account, Oregon Department of Corrections (DOC) will ONLY accept money orders and cashier checks.

Make the money order or cashier’s check payable to “DOC” with the adult in custody's name and SID number. (Example: DOC for John Doe, SID #1234567)

You must also write the name and mailing address of purchaser, including city, state, and zip code on the money order or cashier's check AND in the return address area of the mailing envelope.

PLEASE NOTE: This information must be current and legible or your item will be returned.

Mail the money order or cashier’s check to:
Central Trust
Inmate's Name and SID Number
Oregon Department of Corrections
PO Box 14400
Salem, OR 97309-5077