How to Send Money to Bucks County Department of Corrections

Step 1. Choose Cash or Card

Cash deposits only work at the in-person lobby kiosk, available daily from 6 AM to 9 PM. Bills from $5 to $100 are accepted, with a flat $2.50 fee for deposits up to $300. Credit and debit cards can be used at that same kiosk, or online through ConnectNetwork, with fees that scale from $2.95 up to $11.50 as you approach the $300 maximum.

Step 2. Mail a Money Order If You Can’t Visit in Person

Money orders can be mailed to the inmate care of the facility address. Personal checks and cash aren’t accepted by mail under any circumstances. Make sure the inmate’s full name and Bucks County Corrections ID number are written clearly on the money order to avoid a processing delay.

Step 3. Order Commissary Care Packages Separately

Beyond general account deposits, Bucks County also offers commissary care packages through Oasis Commissary at buckspa.jailcanteen.com, capped at $100 per inmate per week. Call (770) 889-9191 for support with an order. This is a separate system from the general deposit kiosk and ConnectNetwork, and typically lets you choose specific items rather than depositing cash for the inmate to spend themselves.

What the Money Covers

Deposited funds go toward general commissary purchases like hygiene items and snacks. Whether this same account also covers phone or video credit isn’t detailed separately, check the phone calls guide for GTL-specific funding details.

If a Deposit Fails

Confirm the inmate’s name and Bucks County Corrections ID number are entered correctly. If a kiosk or ConnectNetwork deposit doesn’t process, contact ConnectNetwork’s customer service at 888-949-3303. Keep any confirmation number from the kiosk receipt or online transaction in case you need to reference it.

Using the Kiosk in Person

If you’re depositing cash or using the lobby kiosk, plan around the daily 6 AM to 9 PM window. The kiosk is located in the facility lobby, so you don’t need to be an approved visitor to use it, unlike attending an in-person visit.

What Happens If They’re Transferred

If the person you’re sending money to moves to a different building within the Bucks County correctional campus, or is transferred elsewhere, confirm their new location by calling (215) 345-3700 before sending anything further. A transfer out of the county system, for example into PA DOC custody after sentencing, means switching to a different money system entirely.

Sending Money as a First-Time Depositor

If it’s your first time using ConnectNetwork, you’ll likely need to create an account before completing a transaction. Have the inmate’s full name and Bucks County Corrections ID number ready, along with a valid debit or credit card if you’re depositing online rather than at the kiosk.

What Happens to Unspent Funds at Release

If the person is released or transferred with money still in their account, ask the Business Office how that balance is handled, whether it’s refunded to you, given to the person directly, or transferred with them to their next facility. This isn’t published on the county’s page, so it’s worth confirming directly if you’re depositing a larger amount.

Restitution, Fines, and Court-Ordered Deductions

If the person owes court-ordered fines or restitution, ask whether a portion of a deposit is automatically deducted before it reaches their spendable balance. Some Pennsylvania county jails apply this kind of deduction, and it isn’t detailed on Bucks County’s page, so a deposit that looks smaller than expected on the receiving end may be explained by this.