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How do I send money to Dorchester County Detention Center?
Use the TouchPay kiosk in the lobby with cash, Visa, or Mastercard, or register online at touchpaydirect.com to deposit any time.
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Use the TouchPay kiosk in the lobby or deposit online any time at touchpaydirect.com.
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Overview
Dorchester County Detention Center uses TouchPay to fund inmate commissary accounts. You can deposit at the kiosk in the detention center lobby, which accepts cash, Visa, and Mastercard, or register online at touchpaydirect.com to deposit any time, day or night. Kiosk deposits post to the account within 24 hours.
Quick Facts
- Money service: TouchPay, available at the lobby kiosk and online.
- Kiosk accepts cash, Visa, and Mastercard.
- Register online at touchpaydirect.com to deposit 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
- Kiosk deposits are available on the inmate's account within 24 hours.
- You need the inmate's name to complete a deposit.
- Call (843) 832-0215 with deposit questions.
How to Send Money at the Kiosk
Visit the Dorchester County Detention Center lobby and use the TouchPay kiosk. It accepts cash, Visa, and Mastercard. You will need the inmate’s name to direct the deposit to the right account. Funds are typically available within 24 hours.
How to Send Money Online
Go to touchpaydirect.com and register for a Payer User ID. Once set up, you can deposit funds any time, day or night, without visiting the facility in person.
What You Should Know Before You Deposit
Confirm the inmate’s name is correct before submitting a deposit. Use the inmate search to verify they are currently at Dorchester County Detention Center before sending money.
What the Money Is For
Deposited funds go toward commissary purchases and other authorized account uses. Video visits and messages through HomeWAV are billed separately. See the visitation guide for HomeWAV pricing.
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How long does a deposit take to post?
Kiosk deposits are typically available on the inmate's account within 24 hours.
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Can I deposit money online instead of going to the jail?
Yes. Register at touchpaydirect.com and you can deposit funds 24 hours a day, 7 days a week without visiting in person.
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Does the deposit also pay for video visits?
No. TouchPay funds commissary purchases. Video visits and messages through HomeWAV are billed separately through the HomeWAV platform.
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Are there fees for TouchPay deposits?
TouchPay typically charges a service fee shown before you confirm the transaction. The exact fee isn't published by Dorchester County specifically; check the amount displayed at the kiosk or on touchpaydirect.com before completing your deposit.
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Is there a limit on how much I can deposit?
Many facilities cap deposit amounts per transaction or per day, but Dorchester County's specific limit isn't published online. Call (843) 832-0215 or check the TouchPay platform for current limits.
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What if my deposit doesn't show up on the inmate's account?
First confirm you entered the inmate's name correctly and that they're still in custody using the inmate search. If the deposit still hasn't posted after 24 hours, call (843) 832-0215 or contact TouchPay support directly.
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