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How to Send Money to Ross County Jail

Use Access Corrections at accesscorrections.com, the lobby kiosk, call 866-345-1884, or mail a money order. Include the inmate's name and ID number on all money orders.

Overview

Ross County Jail uses Access Corrections as its primary commissary deposit vendor. You can deposit money online, at the lobby kiosk, by phone, or by mailing a money order. Funds go into the inmate’s commissary account and cover purchases from commissary as well as phone charges. Include the inmate’s name and ID number on all money orders. Call (740) 773-1187 with any deposit questions.

Quick Facts

  • Primary vendor: Access Corrections. Website: accesscorrections.com.
  • Lobby kiosk accepts cash, credit, and debit cards. No account required.
  • Phone deposits: call 866-345-1884 to deposit by credit or debit card.
  • Money orders accepted by mail. Write the inmate's name and ID number on the money order.
  • Mail money orders to: 28 North Paint Street, Chillicothe, OH 45601.
  • Call (740) 773-1187 if a deposit doesn't appear on the account within 24 hours.

Option 1: Online via Access Corrections

Go to accesscorrections.com and create an account or log in. You’ll need:

  • The inmate’s full legal name and ID number
  • Ross County Jail as the facility
  • A debit or credit card

Deposits typically post within a few hours. A service fee is charged per transaction and shown before you confirm.

Option 2: Lobby Kiosk

Visit the jail at 28 North Paint Street, Chillicothe, OH 45601 and use the kiosk in the facility lobby. The kiosk accepts cash, credit, and debit cards. Have the inmate’s name and ID number ready.

Option 3: Phone Deposit

Call 866-345-1884 to make a deposit by credit or debit card over the phone. Have the inmate’s name, ID number, and facility information ready.

Option 4: Money Order by Mail

Mail a money order to the jail at:

[Inmate Full Legal Name, Inmate ID Number]
Ross County Jail
28 North Paint Street
Chillicothe, OH 45601

Write the inmate’s full legal name and ID number on the memo line of the money order. Do not mail cash. Processing times for mailed money orders are longer than online or kiosk deposits.

What Funds Cover

Deposits go into the inmate’s commissary account and may cover:

  • Commissary purchases: hygiene products, snacks, coffee, writing supplies
  • IC Solutions phone call charges
  • Other approved services

Troubleshooting a Deposit

If a deposit doesn’t appear:

  • Log in to accesscorrections.com and check the transaction status.
  • Contact Access Corrections customer service with your confirmation number.
  • Call the jail at (740) 773-1187 to check for any processing holds.

Families Also Ask

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How do I send money to someone at Ross County Jail?

Use Access Corrections online at accesscorrections.com, the lobby kiosk, call 866-345-1884 by phone, or mail a money order to 28 North Paint Street, Chillicothe, OH 45601 with the inmate's name and ID number.

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Can I mail cash to the jail?

No. Do not mail cash. Use a money order, online deposit, kiosk, or phone deposit.

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What do I write on a money order?

Write the inmate's full legal name and ID number on the memo line of the money order. Mail it to 28 North Paint Street, Chillicothe, OH 45601.

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Are there fees for online deposits?

Yes. Access Corrections charges a service fee per transaction. The fee is displayed before you confirm the deposit.

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How long does an online deposit take to post?

Online and kiosk deposits typically post within a few hours. Mailed money orders take longer due to mail delivery and processing time.

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What does commissary money pay for?

Commissary items like hygiene products, snacks, coffee, and writing supplies. Phone call charges through IC Solutions may also draw from the same account.

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What if a deposit doesn't appear on the inmate's account?

Check the transaction status on accesscorrections.com. Contact Access Corrections with your confirmation number. If still unresolved, call the jail at (740) 773-1187.

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Is there an inmate ID number I need?

Yes. For money orders and some online deposits, you'll need the inmate's ID number. You can find it on the inmate roster at ross.miamivalleyjails.org or call (740) 773-1187.

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