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What is the mailing
address to mail something to an inmate?
The mailing address for inmates housed at the Main Detention Center
or the Stockade is the same. It is P.O. Box 24716, West Palm Beach,
Florida 33416. All incoming mail must have the inmates booked name,
jacket number, and cell assignment on the outside of the envelope.
What am I allowed to send to an
inmate?
Inmates may receive letters, greeting cards, and money orders.
(Acceptable sizes are at the discretion of the facility commander)
Why would a letter be refused and
returned to the sender?
Mail 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?
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.
How much money can an inmate have in
their account?
There is no limit on the amount of money an inmate may have in their
account. Any amount in excess of $10,000.000 is subject to IRS
reporting requirements.
Do you hold inmate's property or
money when they are no longer in custody?
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?
Currently, the fee is $2.00 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?
Yes. Inmates are charged an initial $20.00 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
- Transport to own doctor $100.00
What items may be purchased through
the commissary and the cost of these items?
A variety of hygiene items, over the counter medications, clothing,
snacks, and writing material are available through canteen. The
canteen vendor may be reached at 688-4377 for specific questions.
How often can inmates purchase
commissary and the maximum they can spend?
Each designated housing assignments has a designated canteen day.
They may order only on that day and spend a maximum of $80.00 for
clothing items and $80.00 on all additional items (total $160.00).
How can an inmate get paperwork
notarized?
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?
Payroll checks are not accepted. Government checks will be accepted.
If the inmate has money in their
property, can they bond themselves out?
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 can I get glasses/contacts and
dentures to an inmate?
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.
Can I send money through Western
Union?
Yes. The code city for Western Union COMMISSARY transactions is
GUNCLUBJAIL. The code city for Western Union BOND transactions is
PBSOJAIL The inmate's full name and jacket number must be included
on the Western Union check. Information on methods to send
Western
Union transactions are available on their
website.
Can I bring money to the jail for
deposit to an inmate's account?
We now have Cobra Cashier Kiosks located in the lobbies of the Main
Detention Center and the Stockade. Inmate's family and friends may
directly deposit funds into an inmate's account via cash, credit or
debit.
How do I obtain inmate's personal
property that is being stored in the property room at a detention
facility?
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. Valid photo
identification must be provided when picking up inmate's property.
(Reprinted and adapted from Palm Beach Sheriff's Office Website)
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