Louisiana DOC uses JPay for commissary deposits. Online, by phone, or via MoneyGram with code 8714. A JPay kiosk is also available in the visitor processing area.
Money for inmates at David Wade Correctional Center goes through JPay, the commissary deposit provider for Louisiana Department of Public Safety and Corrections. You can deposit online at jpay.com, by phone, or in person via MoneyGram at Walmart, CVS, and other locations. If you’re visiting, there’s also a JPay kiosk in the visitor processing area. Funds go to the inmate’s commissary account and can be used for purchases, phone calls, and email.
Online at jpay.com
Create a free account and deposit with a debit or credit card.
By phone
Call 1-800-574-5729 to deposit by phone.
JPay kiosk on-site
Available in the visitor processing area during your visit.
JPay
Louisiana DOC's commissary vendor
ID + last name
Required for every deposit
Have these ready before any deposit:
Account number format: DOC ID number + last name, no spaces (example: 1234567SMITH)
Website: jpay.com
Fees: $3.50 to $10.50 depending on amount Processing time: Within 48 hours
Call JPay at 1-800-574-5729
Same limits as online. Up to $300 per transaction. Phone fees are slightly higher ($4.50-$11.50). Have your payment card and the inmate’s DOC ID ready.
MoneyGram’s ExpressPayment often posts faster than online JPay.
What to enter:
Where to go:
Processing time: Within 24 hours Fees: Vary by location and amount
David Wade Correctional Center has a JPay kiosk confirmed in the visitor processing area. If you’re visiting on a Thursday, Friday, or Saturday, you can make a deposit in person at the kiosk during your visit. This is a convenient option if you want to load funds the same day you’re there.
Make the money order payable to JPay and include the inmate’s name and DOC ID number.
Mail to:
JPAY P.O. Box 531370 Miami Shores, FL 33153
Include a deposit slip (available on jpay.com) or write the inmate’s name and DOC ID on the money order. Allow 7-10 business days for processing.
Funds deposited to the inmate’s JPay/commissary account cover:
6 of 6 questions
Use MoneyGram with receive code 8714 for JPay deposits at David Wade. Online, go to jpay.com and search for David Wade Correctional Center under Louisiana. Account number is the inmate's DOC ID + last name, no spaces.
CommissaryMoneyGram typically posts within 24 hours. JPay online deposits post within 48 hours. USPS money orders take 7-10 business days. All times are estimates and may be slower during weekends or holidays.
CommissaryJPay allows up to $300 per online or phone transaction. Individual transaction limits at MoneyGram locations may vary. There may also be monthly caps. Check jpay.com for current limits.
CommissarySearch VINELink at vinelink.vineapps.com/search/LA/Person. The result should include identifying information. You can also call David Wade at (318) 927-0400.
CommissaryYes. A JPay kiosk is confirmed in the visitor processing area at David Wade. You can make deposits in person during visiting hours on Thursday, Friday, or Saturday.
CommissaryFunds go to the inmate's commissary account for weekly purchases (food, hygiene, clothing, electronics), Securus phone call credits, postage, and facility-approved items.
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