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| FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS |
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| Q. Can money be sent through the mail? |
| A. Cashier checks and/or money orders can be sent through the mail to: |
| Susquehanna County Correctional Facility (SCCF) |
| 137 Ellsworth Drive |
| Montrose, PA 18801 |
Be sure to include the Inmate’s name. |
| Q. Can pictures be sent in the mail? |
| A. Inmates are allowed to have 10 photos in their possession. These pictures cannot be Polaroid, pornographic
in nature, or larger than 5”x7”. Inmates may be required to send some of the pictures out if they have an excess of the regulated quantity. |
| Q. What is commissary? |
| A. Commissary is a system through which inmates may purchase additional convenience items that they may be allowed to have.
These items include personal hygiene items (different brands of shampoo, soap, etc.), writing materials and food items (candy bars, cookies, crackers, etc.).
Inmates are also allowed to order approved clothing and hobby craft items. Inmates can order commissary items once a week. Phone calls can be made from their account. |
| Q. Can money, gifts, etc., be dropped off for an Inmate? |
| A. Cash or money order can be dropped off daily at the Facility between the hours 8a.m.-8p.m., but the
Inmate’s account will only be updated Monday – Friday, 8a.m. - 3 p.m. (Holidays excluded). Additionally, a one-time gift package is acceptable: |
| Allowable Property Drop Off |
Certain items (listed below) are permitted to be brought to this Correctional Facility by family or friends. These items
may be received one time only and will be searched by Correctional Officers or the Administration. These items must be
new, in store packaging, with receipt (or receipt copy).
These items cannot have logos which would be visible when worn (except sneakers). The following items are permitted: |
a. six (6) tee-shirts, white in color (cut-offs, v-necks, tank styles, pockets not permitted) |
b. six (6) pair socks, white in color |
c. six (6) pair underwear, white in color (thong styles not permitted) |
d. six (6) bras without under wire, white in color (female Inmates only) |
e. two (2) sweatshirts, ash grey in color (no zippers, snap’s, pockets or hooded sweatshirts are permitted) |
f. two (2) pair sweatpants, ash grey in color (cargo styles not permitted) |
g. one (1) pair sneakers with no metal components |
| Q. What happens to Inmates who don't have money? |
| A. Inmates who don't have money are considered indigent. The Prison provides the Inmate's basic needs of food, clothing, personal hygiene
items and mail privileges. |
| Q. Are there any deductions taken from an Inmate’s account? |
| A. Yes. Inmates are charged a booking fee of $20.00, as well as medical co-pays and prescriptions. Other charges may include disciplinary fines for
damaged County property. |
| Q. What if Inmates cannot order what they want in Commissary? |
| A. If the item is not in the commissary, Inmates cannot have it. Items available in Commissary are the only items allowed in the Inmate's property.
The Prison provides all necessary items for an inmate who is incarcerated. |
| Q. Is it advisable to place money on an Inmate’s commissary account if the Inmate is not a family member or close friend? |
| A. Inmates are given everything they
need to be comfortable while in prison. By placing money on an Inmate’s account you could be playing into a scam perpetrated by other Inmates.
Citizens are advised NOT to place money on the account of an unacquainted Inmate.
If asked to do so, contact the Warden’s office for advice or assistance. |
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