Each designated housing assignments has a designated canteen day. They may order only on that day and spend a maximum of $90.00 for clothing items and $90.00 on all additional items. (total $180.00).
Are there any other fees charged to inmates while in custody?
Yes. Inmates are charged an initial $25.00 processing fee for each incarceration. They are also charged for various self- initiated medical fees.
- Nurse Clinic $5.00
- Medical Clinic $10.00
- Dental Clinic $10.00
- Prescription $7.00
- Reading glasses $10.00
- Transport to own doctor or medical facility $100.00
What items may be purchased through the commissary and the cost of these items?
How can an inmate get paperwork notarized?
All sergeants, assigned to the shifts in the corrections division, are notaries. Inmates may request to have paperwork notarized through these sergeants.
Will you accept payroll checks or government checks?
Payroll checks are not accepted. Government checks will be accepted.
If the inmate has money in their property, can they bond themselves out?
Yes. The inmate needs to inform a deputy during the intake process that they have the funds in their property for bond. The inmate will be required to sign the bond receipt.
How do I bond someone out of jail?
Bond information can be obtained or verified by calling Inmate Records (561) 688-4340. Once the amount is determined, an individual may post a bond using the following options:
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Post a CASH BOND (cash, money orders, or certified checks only, NO personal checks) in the total amount of the bond made payable to Palm Beach County Sheriff.
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Have a bondsman post a SURETY BOND. Most often, a bondsman will charge a percentage of the bond as a fee for posting the bond and require the individual to sign a promissory note. A list of local bondsmen are listed in the phone book and posted in the Visitor's Lobby of the Main Detention Center and West Detention Center.
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Post bond using credit or debit using a GovPayNet agent by calling 1-877-392-2455 or online at www.GovPayNow.com. Make sure you include the following information when completing the transaction: Inmate's Full Booked Name, Jacket# and Booking#
MAIN DETENTION CENTER PAY LOCATION CODE - 7020 WEST DETENTION CENTER PAY LOCATION CODE - 7021
How can I get glasses/contacts and dentures to an inmate?
These items may be mailed in. The outside of the package must indicate the contents (i.e. glasses enclosed, contacts enclosed, etc.) and all packages will be thoroughly searched before being delivered to an inmate.
How do I obtain inmate’s personal property that is being stored in the property room at a detention facility?
Inmates must provide written authorization to release all personal items stored in the tamper proof bags. Transfer of property requests are processed Monday through Friday from 0830 hrs. to 1500 hrs. only after the inmate’s signature has been verified. The person picking up the property should follow the signs for “Inmate Release” and walk over the overpass to the release lobby and advise the deputy they are here to pick up property. Valid photo identification must be provided when picking up inmate’s property. Property must be retrieved while the inmate is still in our custody.
