Inmate Funds and Commissary

Inmates housed at the Yakima County Department of Corrections may use personal funds to purchase commissary items. Commissary offers food, personal care products, and writing supplies.

Depositing Funds

Funds may be deposited to an inmate’s trust account using:

• TouchPay Online (available through the TouchPay website or mobile app)

• The TouchPay Kiosk located in the Main Jail lobby

These are the only accepted methods of depositing money for inmates. Cash, personal checks, payroll checks, and money orders are not accepted.

Government Per-Capita Checks

The only exception to mailed funds is tribal per-capita checks. These checks are issued directly to the inmate and may be mailed to the facility under the following conditions:

• The envelope must be clearly marked “Attention: Inmate Accounts”

• The inmate’s full name and booking number must be included on the envelope

When received, the check will be processed through the inmate accounts office and deposited into the inmate’s trust account. Any envelopes that do not meet these requirements, or that contain additional items, will be returned to the sender.

Use of Funds

Money placed on an inmate’s trust account may be used for commissary purchases and may also be applied toward fees or obligations owed by the inmate, such as medical expenses.

Care Packages

ICare packages can be ordered online directly for an inmate from our commissary vendor.