What happens to inmate property after transfer

When an inmate is transferred from a county jail to a state prison (DOC), their personal property like wallets, clothing, and personal items is handled by the jail, not sent with them.

What usually happens to the property:

1. Held by the jail:

• The facility may store the property until release
• This is common if no arrangements are made

2. Picked up by family or friends:

• Many jails allow a designated person to pick it up
• The person may need:
  • Valid ID
  • Authorization from the inmate

3. Mailed out:

• Some facilities will ship the property to a home address
• There may be a small fee for this service

Important to know:

• Property does NOT follow the inmate to prison
• Each facility has its own policy and time limits for holding items

Best next step:
Call the county jail directly and ask:

• How long they will hold the property
• What is required for pickup or mailing

Bottom line:
The jail will either hold it, release it to someone you authorize, or mail it out. It will not go with the inmate to the new facility.