View the approved vendor list. Since , the CDCR has contracted with a number of statewide and national companies that ensure inmates receive packages.
CDCR vendor approval is limited to minimum security requirements and general business intent. CDCR assumes no liability for such purchases. Any funds sent to an inmate will still be subject to restitution as ordered by the sentencing court. However, families that purchase packages directly from a vendor are not impacted by restitution. You are currently using an unsupported browser.
We recommend you change your browser to Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Edge for the best and most secure experience. Determine where the inmate is located using the Facility Locator. Money that is being sent to the inmate for his or her own personal use is subject to restitution and administrative charges.
Restitution Payment. When making a payment, please give the restitution fine or direct order information. We also need in writing what should be done with any excess money over the fine or direct order amount. It can either be given to the inmate or refunded to the sender. In addition, an administrative fee of 10 percent of the deduction shall be deducted to reimburse the department for its administrative costs, for a maximum deduction of 55 percent.
Visit the CalVCB website. Family Visiting. Temporary Community Leave. Before sending money for Temporary Community Leave, the inmate should contact his or her counselor for instructions. Inmate Quarterly Packages are available through authorized private vendors. When the document opens, type in Article 43 as the search criteria, then press [enter]. After a few seconds, it should take you directly to the Inmate Property section.
