The offender s name and TDCJ number can be printed in a margin of the money order, if desired. Deposits should be accompanied by a completed deposit slip. Deposit slips must be obtained from the offender whose account will receive the deposit. The Inmate Trust Fund can respond to inquiries concerning whether a deposit was received, but no information about the offender s account balance can be released to anyone except the offender.
Offenders receive monthly bank statements that show all account transactions.
Personal checks cannot be accepted and will be returned to the sender or destroyed. Forwarding cash through the mail is not recommended. Offenders with funds in excess of their immediate needs are encouraged to open a savings account with a banking facility of their choice.