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Army Private Who Ran into North Korea Will Plead Guilty to Desertion, 4 Other Charges as Part of Plea Deal

Pvt. Travis King, the soldier who dramatically ran across the border into North Korea last year , has reached a deal with Army prosecutors and will be pleading guilty to some of the criminal charges against him, according to his lawyer.

Frank Rosenblatt, the attorney, told Military.com in an emailed statement that King will plead guilty to five of the 14 offenses that he was charged with under the Uniform Code of Military Justice. One of the five charges King will plead guilty to is desertion, he said.

King, who had been stationed in South Korea, made international headlines in July 2023 when he left a tour group and dashed across the Demilitarized Zone into North Korea, where he was briefly held. He is slated to formally enter his plea at a hearing Sept. 20 in which "he will explain what he did, answer a military judge's questions about why he is pleading guilty, and be sentenced," Rosenblatt said.

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Plea negotiations began about a month ago , postponing what would have been the first legal hearing in King's case, an Article 32 hearing similar to a grand jury proceeding for civilians.

King is being held in Otero County Detention Center in New Mexico, which Fort Bliss , Texas, uses for its pre-trial detainees.

The private was facing a host of charges from desertion and child pornography to insubordination, making false official statements, and assault – only some of which stemmed from his choice to run into North Korea. King has a long history of legal troubles that began more than a year before he bolted across one of the most heavily guarded borders in the world.

In addition to pleading guilty to desertion, Rosenblatt told Military.com in a separate conversation that King will plead guilty to three counts of disobeying a senior commissioned officer and one count of assaulting a noncommissioned officer.

"Travis is grateful to his friends and family who have supported him and to all outside of his circle who did not prejudge his case based on the initial allegations," Rosenblatt said.

Michelle McCaskill, a spokeswoman for the Army's Office of Special Trial Counsel, confirmed that a plea agreement had been negotiated but stressed that "the guilty plea is subject to the acceptance by the military judge."

"If Pvt. King's guilty plea is accepted, the judge will sentence King. … If the judge does not accept the guilty plea, the judge can rule that the case be litigated in a contested court-martial," McCaskill added in an email to Military.com on Monday.

Jonathan Franks, a spokesman for King's family, declined to comment "out of respect for the Army's process."

King's ordeal began after a spate of arrests by South Korean authorities led the Army to order the young soldier back to the States for discipline. However, King never boarded his flight and, instead, wound up on a civilian tour of the border village of Panmunjom, a major tourist attraction along the Demilitarized Zone. He left the tour and ran into North Korea on July 18 , 2023.

In September, North Korea suddenly announced that it would release King back into U.S. custody.

After King’s return to the U.S., Rosenblatt said in a social media post last month that the soldier "spent three weeks in debriefings and reintegration at Joint Base San Antonio ."

Once her son was back in the States, King's mother, Claudine Gates, said that she loved him "unconditionally" and that she was "extremely concerned about his mental health," according to a previous statement provided by Franks.

Since the family entered the spotlight, Gates has been adamant that "something happened to [King] while he was deployed."

Franks told Military.com last year that "there was just a cluster of problems in the fall of '22" and "everything goes to hell." A person connected to King's family said that period roughly coincided with a time when everyone was deeply emotional over the death of King's little cousin.

In addition to Rosenblatt, who is a former Army lawyer and the lead military defense counsel for Bowe Bergdahl, King's legal team includes Sherilyn Bunn, a civilian attorney from El Paso who "has extensive experience on Fort Bliss," according to her firm's website, and two military lawyers.

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Screven County Jail Tour: Sheriff Mike Kile reassures families on jail conditions

S CREVEN COUNTY, Ga. (WTOC) - After a social media post gained attention, several viewers wrote into our newsroom with concerns about Screven County jail’s conditions.

Following several local leads regarding hot water issues, withholding menstrual products, uncooked food, cell doors that don’t lock, and issues with bugs at the jail, we went to see for ourselves and hopefully put some of those concerns at rest.

“It’s not the Marriott, it’s still a jail,” said Sheriff Mike Kile.

The Screven County Jail opened in 2016, and Sheriff Mike Kile said there’s nothing wrong with the jail, it’s just an election year and that’s when complaints ramp up.

“It’s all politics. We have opposition. And I’ve been running, this is the 10th time. Every time we’ve had opposition, jails come up, patrols come up. And it’s just pure politics. And that’s what they’re going on,” said Sheriff Kile.

We went down that list of concerns from the public.

“I don’t know of a rodent problem, period. Roaches come in every once in a while, in boxes and stuff like that. We spray weekly and we don’t have a problem there,” said Sheriff Kile.

As for dirty water concerns the Sheriff said that the social media comments are lying.

“The same water that comes out in this part in the back, it’s the same water up front that we get. That’s a complete fabrication and a lie,” said Sheriff Kile. “There’s no way we can separate the water going back in the back. It comes in from off the highway here into the main and splits up. There’s no way we can cut that water off.”

There are also hot water concerns, alleging inmates have gone without it since July.

“Every once in a while it goes out, we’re without for a day or two,” said Sheriff Kile.

For women’s menstrual products, Sheriff Kile said there is no restriction on inmate access. They get two to three products at a time and can ask for more throughout the day at any point.

“We have female jailers. They go back and check on them and whatever they need, we give for them. Any health thing they need, anything else they need, they get,” said Sheriff Kile.

The inmates are not locked in their cells, there is free roam of that block, in response to concerns about cells not locking.

The area is monitored by guards making their rounds every hour, but also 24/7 surveillance.

“We don’t lock them. They have a free range of the place (their cell block). You know, they walk around. So, all day, all night, they’re kind of open. Within that area,” said Sheriff Kile.

There are two guards currently working for the jail and working with the inmates. Right now there are 37 inmates in the jail, and at its highest point, the jail saw 200.

Sheriff Kile also said more funding would be nice, but it’s not something he’s expecting.

“We get our fair share of the county money. Nobody has enough money ever. Nobody can do enough for these prisoners. Everybody wants funding. We’d like more. We’d like another guard. But, you know, we’ve got 14,000 people in Screven County. We do the very best we can with what we have,” said Sheriff Kile.

Sheriff Kile said he wished no one was here, but that’s not the reality of it.

“They made the option. They made the choice. We don’t like to keep you here. We wish we had nobody in jail. But jail’s been here since time beginning, and they’ll be here forever,” said Sheriff Kile.

He doesn’t want families to worry, as their loved ones are being taken care of. He said it’s no 5-star resort but it’s nowhere near deplorable conditions.

“This is a county jail. It is not the Marriott Hotel. We don’t give curb service. We don’t give room service. It’s the families that expect it, they’re not going to get it.” said Sheriff Kile.

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Student Visit to Riverhead Jail Carries Shock Factor

Entering the grounds of the Suffolk Correctional Facility in Riverhead can be a somewhat unsettling experience. The high fence topped with barbed wire and razor ribbon along with the checkpoints and uniformed armed guards create a certain “shock and awe” factor, especially for high school students.

A group of Huntington High School students enrolled in Street Law I and criminal justice classes recently visited the eastern Suffolk jail that houses thousands of prisoners. Teacher Suzi Biagi joked that the visit is an annual favorite “probably because at the end of the field trip everyone gets to go home.”

The students participated in the Youth Enlightenment Seminar (YES) initiative at the complex. “The program allows teachers to accompany their children into the Riverhead Correctional Facility in order to experience first-hand what life may be like if they end up incarcerated,” said Ms. Biagi, a business teacher who accompanied the students along with social studies faculty colleague Erik Bruckbauer.

The 42 teenagers making the long trek “learned more in one day at the correctional facility than any book could possible teach them,” Ms. Biagi said. “They toured the female and male tiers and several floors of the facility and visited with inmates in the visiting room. They also got a first had view of how a person who has lost their freedom due to poor decisions lives.”

A Huntington sophomore who went on the jail visit said “the trip was an experience that made me really think about how the prisoners live and how each one us is responsible for keeping ourselves out. It made me really rethink certain things in my life and now I’m more responsible and careful with myself. I think everyone should go on the trip, it will open their eyes.” Another trip is planned for March 2012.

The jail tour culminated two days of corrections-related exploration beginning with a visit to Huntington High School by a Suffolk deputy sheriff who made a detailed presentation to students on the history of the Suffolk jail, its rules and regulations and some of its current inmates. A highlight of the classroom presentation involved the displaying of contraband items that have been confiscated from prisoners. Ms. Biagi called it a type of “show and tell.”

The jail visit program is offered through the office of Suffolk Sheriff Vincent F. DeMarco by appointment only and is designed to provide a realistic lesson for young people about how the wrong path could affect their future.

2 Responses to Student Visit to Riverhead Jail Carries Shock Factor

I really am so happy that you wrote about this! I wonder if many parents know that this trip is available. I worked in Nortport for many years as a Social Worker and this was one of the trips I did. EVERY kid in EVERY High School should go through this. It’s the scariest thing I’ve ever experienced (and I was an adult!). Thanks Ms. Biagi, for fact that you most likely saved some kids from committing some future crime. Amy Buffone

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What to know about the 'Central Park Five,' who spoke at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago

Speaking at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago Thursday are "The Central Park Five," later known as the "Exonerated Five."

The group of Black and Latino men were just teenagers over 30 years ago when they were convicted of the brutal assault and rape of white female jogger at Central Park in Manhattan, New York City.

The high-profile case received national attention as New York officials were criticized as being "soft on crime" and for allowing lawlessness to unfold at the park after police made multiple arrests for assaults in the park that evening.

A little over a week after the jogger was attacked, Donald Trump, at the time a real estate magnate in New York, called for the return of the death penalty for murder in full-page advertisements in New York newspapers. Although the jogger barely survived the attack, Trump said he was motivated to run the ad following the attack.

"I want to hate these muggers and murderers," Trump wrote. "They should be forced to suffer and, when they kill, they should be executed for their crimes."

After a serial rapist confessed to attacking the jogger, the convictions for the Central Park Five were vacated in 2002. The case then became an example of racial profiling, discrimination and inequality in the justice system and media.

Who are the 'Central Park Five?'

Originally six teenagers were indicted for the assault, but charges against Steven Lopez were dropped after Lopez pleaded guilty to a different assault.

The remaining five — Antron McCray, Kevin Richardson, Yusef Salaam, Raymond Santana and Korey Wise — were convicted of the offenses and spent between 7 and 13 years in prison.

Once exonerated, most of the men became activists. All of them, except McCray, spoke at the DNC on Thursday along longtime activist and Rev. Al Sharpton. Salaam was elected to the New York City Council last year.

What happened the night of the attack?

On April 19, 1989, at about 9 p.m., dozens of teenagers committed several attacks, assaults and robberies against people patronizing the park.

While jogging, a 28-year-old woman was knocked down and dragged nearly 100 yards off the road and violently assaulted and raped. At about 1:30 a.m., the woman was found tied up in a shallow ravine.

The first police officer who saw her said: "She was beaten as badly as anybody I've ever seen beaten. She looked like she was tortured."

Who was arrested and confessed?

Police arrested six teens in connection to the attack despite none of their DNA matching the DNA from the crime scene, instead police said the results were "inconclusive."

Lopez denied any knowledge of the jogger but named the other five as possibly being involved.

The boys, between ages 14 and 16, confessed to being accomplices in the attack but all denied having anything to do with the sexual assault. Within two weeks, each of the boys recanted their confessions, saying they were coerced by police who promised they'd be going home.

In 2014, the Exonerated Five settled a federal lawsuit with New York City for $41 million.

Trials lead to convictions

One trial was held for McCray, Salaam and Santana, while a second trial was held for Richardson and Wise.

McCray, Salaam and Santana were acquitted of attempted murder, but convicted of assault and rape of the female jogger, and convicted of assault and robbery of a male jogger.

Richardson was the only one convicted of the attempted murder of the female jogger, in addition to sodomy and assault of her. Wise was acquitted of rape and attempted murder, but convicted of less charges in the attack after saying he restrained and fondled the jogger. Similarly, they were convicted to charges related to a second male jogger.

"I look upon this legal lynching as a test by my God Allah," Salaam said at his sentencing hearing. "I and many others know I told the truth. I would never disrespect my own religion by lying," and he told the judge to "give me the max," as "sooner or later the truth will come out."

After the verdict was read at his trial, Wise shouted at the prosecutor: "You're going to pay for this. Jesus is going to get you. You made this up."

During their time incarcerated, the five maintained their innocence. Santana was released in 1995; McCray in 1996; and Salaam and Richardson in 1997. Wise was released in 2002.

How was the real attacker caught?

While being held at a prison in upstate New York, Wise met Matias Reyes, who confessed to raping the female jogger. Wise informed a corrections officer.

Reyes, who was 17 at the time of the attack, confessed in 2002 to the assault and rape of the female jogger. He said he acted alone and his DNA matched, according to authorities. He further admitted to raping four women, killing one, and was interrupted after robbing a fifth during the summer of 1989. He was sentenced to 33½ years to life.

When did the 'Central Park Five' become the 'Exonerated Five?'

Due to statute of limitations in New York, Reyes was not charged, but it led to the exoneration of the Central Park Five.

The New York Supreme Court vacated the convictions on Dec. 19, 2002. They were also removed from the state's sex offender registry and no longer required to check-in with authorities in-person every three months.

What has Trump said since?

A defense attorney from the case would later say he felt the juries were influenced by Trump's ads in 1989. Trump commented on the 2014 settlement in an opinion article for New York Daily News.

He said the settlement was "a disgrace," and that the men were likely guilty. "Settling doesn't mean innocence," Trump said. "Speak to the detectives on the case and try listening to the facts. These young men do not exactly have the pasts of angels."

During his 2016 presidential campaign, Trump said the Exonerated Five were still guilty. U.S. Sen. John McCain was critical of Trump at the time. He said that Trump's responses were "outrageous statements about the innocent men in the case." He cited this as among his reasons to retract his endorsement of Trump.

In 2019, Trump said he would not apologize , saying the Exonerated Five "admitted their guilt."

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Riverhead correctional facility inmate search and jail roster, how do you find someone who is in jail in suffolk county, search for information about an inmate in the riverhead correctional facility and view their jail mugshot:.

• Review the Jail Roster, or
• Call the Riverhead Correctional Facility at 631-852-2200
• Look up the offender's criminal charges
• Find out their bond, and
• View their public mugshot in the roster.

If you cannot find the mugshot of the offender that has been arrested, it is because Suffolk County or the state of New York has recently changed their policy regarding publicly posting them in the jail roster. However, you can write the jail at the following address and request a copy of an inmate's mugshot be mailed or sent by email to you. Make sure to include your email address in all correspondence.

Riverhead Correctional Facility 100 Center Drive Riverhead, NY 11901 Attention: Media Relations - Inmate Mugshot Request

Mail, click on the link below, or call the facility at 631-852-2200 for the information you are looking for. 

How do I find out if someone was arrested in Suffolk County?

There are five ways to find out if someone was arrested in Suffolk County: 1.     Look them up on the official jail inmate roster. 2.     Look them up on vinelink.com, a national inmate tracking resource. 3.    Call the jail at 631-852-2200 . This is available 24 hours a day. 4.    Write or visit the jail and request information.   You can reach them at: Riverhead Correctional Facility 100 Center Drive Riverhead, NY 11901 5.    Do a search online using this person’s name, the town or city you think they were arrested in, and the crime you think they were arrested for. Sometimes the local newspaper, police department or sheriff’s office will have a daily police blotter published on their website.

What information is included in jail booking records and the jail roster?

Jail booking records , also known as the jail roster, typically include the following information: •    Full name of the inmate •    Inmate's physical characteristics (age, sex, height, weight, etc.) •    Inmate’s mugshot(s) •    Booking number, Inmate ID#, Jacket #, etc. •    Booking date and time •    Charges or offense details – the applicable statute •    Bond or bail amount, if applicable •    Court date, if set, plus the court name and location •    Previous arrests in this jurisdiction, conviction details, and sentence

• Note that not all this information will be included. Most booking records and jail inmate rosters contain only the basic information such as name, date of arrest and the criminal charge.
• The amount and quality of the information depends on the state’s laws and the jail’s policies.

How often are jail booking records and rosters updated?

Most jails update their records at least once per day. Some booking information is updated as often as every 15 minutes in the roster. From the time a person is first arrested until when they are booked in the jail, it can be as short as a couple of hours, up to 24 hours, or even longer if they were arrested during a major event such as a protest or riot in which hundreds of people were arrested at the same time.

How do I find an inmate in the Riverhead Correctional Facility?

There are seven ways to find an inmate in Suffolk County or the Riverhead Correctional Facility: 1.     Look them up on the official jail inmate roster. 2.     Look them up on vinelink.com, a national inmate tracking resource. 3.    Call the jail at 631-852-2200 . This is available 24 hours a day. 4.    Call local police departments in Suffolk County. Sometimes the local jails will hold recent arrestees for up to 72 hours before transporting them the Riverhead Correctional Facility. 5.    Check with the jails in neighboring counties and look up their rosters. It is always possible they were arrested there instead of Suffolk County. 6.    Write or visit the jail and request information.   Riverhead Correctional Facility 100 Center Drive Riverhead, NY 11901 7.    Do a search online using this person’s name, the town or city you think they were arrested in, and the crime you think they were arrested for. Sometimes the local newspaper, police department or sheriff’s office will have a daily police blotter published on their website as well.

How do I find an inmate in a New York state prison?

You can find an inmate in the New York Department of Corrections by searching for them on the State Prison Locator , Vinelink.com (a nationwide inmate locator resource), or by calling the Department of Corrections.

How do I find an inmate in federal prison?

• The United States Bureau of Prisons maintains an up-to-date inmate locator  where you can look up any inmate that has been in federal prison from 1982 to the present day. 
• If they are currently in custody, you can see what institution they are in.
• If they are in transport, meaning they are being shuttled from one prison to another, that information will not be available. If they are no longer in custody, it will list their discharge date.
• Other information provided is their BOP Registry Number (inmate ID#), their race, age and release date.
• If they are in custody, there are links to how to visit them, send them money, communicating with them and sending the prison a concern you may have about them.

How do I find a detainee in an ICE facility?

• The US Immigration and Custom’s Enforcement maintains an up-to-date online detainee locator of all foreign detainees aged 18 and older that are in the custody of ICE. 
• When searching by name, a detainee's first and last names are required and must be an exact match. When inputting a hyphenated last name into the Online Detainee Locator System, include the hyphen for the locator to find the individual (e.g., Doe-Smith).
• You can also search by using an A-number (Alien Registration Number) if you have it at the same link. The A-Number must be exactly nine digits long. If the A-Number has fewer than nine digits, add zeros at the beginning.
• You are also required to select the detainee's correct Country of Birth from the drop-down menu provided on the page.

NOTE: If an alien is arrested for a state crime, you will still be able to locate them in the police jail or the county jail where they were arrested. If it was a misdemeanor crime, they would do their time in the Riverhead Correctional Facility or the county jail where they were arrested and convicted. If they were convicted of a New York state felony and sent to state prison, and not deported, then you can locate them in the New York state prison system.

How do I find an inmate in juvenile detention?

In the United States, a juvenile is a person under the age of 18. If a juvenile is arrested for a crime, it is unlikely that their name will be publicly listed on an inmate search page or detention center roster, or will be released to the public. Only the juvenile’s parents or legal guardians will be given that information.

If the crime is a serious felony such as Capital Murder, some states will release their name to the public, either when they are first arrested or after they are convicted. However, in general, it is unlikely that an inmate who is a juvenile will have their name released in any public way.

How can I see if someone is in jail or prison in Suffolk County or the state of New York?

For online searches, if you want to see if someone is in jail in Suffolk County .

If you want a list of all the other county jail inmate searches in New York .

If you want a list of all the county jails in the United States . 

If you want to look up an inmate in any of the New York state prisons . To look up the prisons in New York.

How do I get information on someone in jail in Suffolk County?

If you want detailed information on a particular inmate in in jail in Suffolk County, and you can’t find it online in the jail inmate roster, your only other option is to either call the jail at 631-852-2200 , go to the jail in person and ask, or write them at:   Riverhead Correctional Facility 100 Center Drive Riverhead, NY 11901 That said, most jails will limit the amount of information that they give to the public about an inmate in their roster because the offender is considered innocent until proven guilty, and thus is afforded a certain amount of privacy.

Once an offender is convicted, you are far more likely to find out information about them.

If you are good at using Google, you can dig into a person’s past and learn as much information about anyone as someone in the media can. 

You can also search a website that has all the public records about people . One of the best online websites we found will cost you only $1.00.

Who can I call to find an inmate in Suffolk County?

To find an inmate in custody or ask about their roster in Suffolk County call 631-852-2200 24 hours a day.

Does the jail or prison have to keep the inmate in the county or state where they are charged or convicted?

No.  Even though 99.9% of all pre-trial and convicted inmates are kept in the state where they were arrested and/or convicted, they can be kept in any US jail or prison that will have them. This is seen in circumstances where a jurisdiction is overcrowded, or an inmate is moved for their safety. That said, a person must stand trial where they were arrested unless the presiding judge or prosecuting attorney agrees to move the offender’s trial to a different jurisdiction if it is likely they will not get a fair trial.

What if I can’t find an inmate and I know they are in custody in Suffolk County?

If you know an inmate is in custody in Suffolk County, and you can’t find them, it can mean one of several things: 1.    Either you or the jail has the spelling of the inmate’s name inputted incorrectly. 2.    The jail has not yet updated their booking information or roster. 3.    The inmate has already been released. 4.    The inmate has either been arrested or is being housed in another jail. 5.    The inmate is underage; therefore, it is illegal to post their information, or the inmate you are trying to find had their age incorrectly listed as someone under age 18.

I know the person was arrested and in jail, but my search in the roster comes back as “no record found.” What happened?

Same answer as that above. If you know an inmate is in custody in Suffolk County, but your search comes back in the roster as “no record found.”, it can mean one of several things: 1.    Either you or the jail has the spelling of the inmate’s name wrong. 2.    The jail has not yet updated their booking information or roster. 3.    The inmate has already been released. 4.    The inmate has either been arrested or is being housed in another jail. 5.    The inmate is underage; therefore it is illegal to post their information, or the inmate you are trying to find had their age incorrectly listed as someone under age 18.

I was released from jail in Suffolk County, but my record still shows. When will it go away?

If your record of arrest and booking is still showing online, even though you were released, it is because some jails allow that information to remain public indefinitely. Unfortunately, even though the charges against you may have been dropped, many jails will not erase that information from their public records voluntarily.

In a situation like this your only option will be to get an attorney and request they petition the court to force the jail to remove this information. That said, if you were in fact found guilty of the crime you were arrested for, it is unlikely they will remove the information surrounding your arrest and conviction.

An inmate’s family member just died; how can I let them know right away?

The death of a family member is one of the few times, if not the only time, that a jail will take a message for an inmate. Because of the sensitivity of the tragic news, when a family member has died, the news will be transmitted by a member of the clergy, a counselor or someone who is very high ranking within the jail. 

Jail management understands that a sudden death of a loved one could cause a violent emotional response that jeopardizes the safety of staff or other inmates.

An inmate’s family member just died; will they be allowed to attend the funeral?

The death of a family member is one of the few times, if not the only time, that a jail will allow an inmate, whether it pre-trial or post-conviction, to be allowed outside of the jail. Even if they are allowed outside the jail, they will have to have at least two armed escorts. An inmate attending a funeral is an extraordinary cost, use of staff and potential danger to the public. That is why it is rarely allowed.

This is not always the case though, and whether an inmate can attend a funeral depends on the inmate’s security classification, whether the jail has the staff to handle it, official jail policy, whether or not the inmate has an attorney that can push the right people, including the judge overseeing the inmate’s case, etc.

What determines whether an inmate is placed in low or high security facilities?

An inmate’s security classification depends on the following: 1.    The inmate’s current crime. 2.    The inmate previous crimes. 3.    The inmate’s history for violence within the walls of the facility. 4.    The inmate’s gang affiliation. 5.    The jail's current distribution of inmates.

What information is available about an inmate?

The information that a jail or court releases publicly about an inmate depends on the laws in the state, the policy of the jail, and the sheriff’s or warden’s individual decision.

Jail booking records and rosters can include more or less, the following information: •    Full name of the inmate •    Inmate's physical characteristics (age, sex, height, weight, etc.) •    Inmate’s mugshot(s) •    Booking number, Inmate ID#, Jacket #, etc. •    Booking date and time •    Charges or offense details – the applicable statute •    Bond or bail amount, if applicable •    Court date, if set, plus the court name and location •    Previous arrests in this jurisdiction, conviction details, and sentence

What is vinelink.com?

Vinelink, which you will see referenced when discussing public information about offenders and inmates, is a national public roster that both allows the public to look up and see the person’s status, plus be able to track their movements, whether it involves being transferred from one facility to another or being released from custody.

The tracking feature is especially helpful for those who are victims of, or witnesses to, a crime and fear that the release of an offender may be dangerous to them or someone close to them.

Anyone can register with Vine to receive automated notifications via email, text or phone. It is available in 48 states and 2,900 jails and prisons.

Here is a short video explaining why it started and how it works.

How do I find old Suffolk County jail and inmate records from years ago?

To find jail records that go back many years really depends on how far you want to go back, however you would need to send a written request to the county sheriff as follows: Suffolk County Sheriff Att: Jail Records 100 Center Drive Riverhead, NY 11901

Let them know the inmate’s name, any aliases, date of birth, the date range that the inmate may have been incarcerated, the crime they were charged with/convicted of, and any other helpful information you can think of.

How can I have my jail record sealed?

To have your jail records sealed, you will have to have the crime you were convicted of expunged. You should know up front that not all crimes are eligible for expungement. 1.    Hire a lawyer that specializes in expungement. 2.    If your crime is eligible, they will contact the District Attorney's office in the judicial district where you were charged or convicted.  3.    They will file a petition with the court where you were charged or convicted. 4.    The entire process may take 1-2 years.

Where can I get Prison records from the state of New York?

To get prison records from the state of New York, you will need to send a written request to the state prison system in New York.

Let them know the inmate’s name, any aliases, date of birth, the date range that the inmate may have been incarcerated, the crime they were charged with/convicted of, the name of the facility you believe they were incarcerated in, plus any other helpful information you can think of.

For inmate services and facility information such as:

• Booking Process
• Visiting an Inmate
• Sending Money
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• Receiving phone calls
• Bail Bond Information
• Court Information

Click the links above, or the button below.

Riverhead Correctional Facility Inmate Services Information

Phone: 631-852-2200

Physical Address: 100 Center Drive Riverhead, NY 11901

Mailing Address (personal mail): Inmate`s Name, Date of Birth (Ex: 01/01/1970) Suffolk County Correctional Facility 110 Center Drive South Riverhead, NY 11901

Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions): Inmate`s Name, Date of Birth (Ex: 01/01/1970) Suffolk County Correctional Facility 110 Center Drive South Riverhead, NY 11901

Every year Suffolk County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain 36,320 offenders, and maintain an average of 1,816 inmates (county-wide) in their custody on any given day.

The weekly turnover rate of inmates is approximately 55%, meaning that every week more than half of these inmates are released and then replaced with new offenders being booked into jail.

The charts below break down the men, women, races, ethnicities and the types of crimes that people are arrested and incarcerated for in both Suffolk County and state prisons throughout the country. This information is compiled from local police and the Suffolk County Sheriff's Department, as well as the state of New York and the United States Department of Justice and Census Bureau.

If you are looking for a prisoner in New York or Federal custody, click on the appropriate institution below.

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• Jail (Main): 631-852-2200
• Adult Probation: 631-852-5000
• Bail: 631-852-2241
• Court: 631-853-5368
• District Attorney: 631-853-4161
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• Juvenile Probation: 631-852-5000
• Public Defender: 631-666-2500
• Sheriff: 631-852-2200
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How to contact an inmate at Suffolk County Sheriff’s Office Riverhead Correctional Facility

A friendly help guide for Suffolk County Sheriff's Office Riverhead Correctional Facility. Learn how to find an inmate and send letters, photos, and more.

How to contact an inmate at Suffolk County Sheriff's Office Riverhead Correctional Facility

This help guide will walk you through how to connect with an inmate. Follow the steps below to find an inmate and send letters and photos:

• How to find an inmate online

How to message an inmate

• Sending photos and postcards

Frequently asked questions about Suffolk County Sheriff's Office Riverhead Correctional Facility

Overview of suffolk county sheriff's office riverhead correctional facility.

• Inmate services at Suffolk County Sheriff's Office Riverhead Correctional Facility

Here's a short video on how to contact an inmate at Suffolk County Sheriff's Office Riverhead Correctional Facility:

Suffolk County Sheriff's Office Riverhead Correctional Facility inmate search

To contact a person start by searching for the person on the facility website . Perform a search by following these steps:

• Step 1: Enter their first name and last name into the search form and click "Search"
• Step 2: Locate their inmate record
• Step 3: Write down their Inmate ID and any housing information provided

Important! Be sure to enter the persons full name. Nicknames should not be used.

After finding the person you are looking for you can then create a messaging account to send letters and photos.

You can use your phone or computer to send emails letters, and photos to an inmate. Messages are sent electronically to inmate tablets or kiosks at the facility. If you would like to send an message, start by searching for an inmate at Suffolk County Sheriff's Office Riverhead Correctional Facility .

Sending Photos and Postcards

A great way to send love and support to loved one at Suffolk County Sheriff's Office Riverhead Correctional Facility is to send photos and postcards. It only takes a few minutes to send photos from your phone and it makes a huge difference. You can also mail postcards with words of support and inspiration, or design your own postcard for special moments like birthdays and holidays.

Important! Be sure not to send any explicit photos or they may not be approved by the facility. You can also use a photo printing app like Penmate to make sure your photos are printed at the correct size (4x6 or 3x5) and are mailed according to the rules and regulations of Suffolk County Sheriff's Office Riverhead Correctional Facility.

How long does it take to deliver a message?

If you're sending an email message your letter is usually delivered within 24-48 hours. For messages sent via mail you should expect delivery within 3-7 days. All messages will need be approved by Suffolk County Sheriff's Office Riverhead Correctional Facility.

How much does it cost to send a message to Suffolk County Sheriff's Office Riverhead Correctional Facility?

You can send a message free using your phone or mail a message via USPS for the price of a $0.60 stamp and envelope. You can also purchase credits or e-stamps from services starting at $1.99.

What services can I use to contact an inmate at Suffolk County Sheriff's Office Riverhead Correctional Facility?

You can use Penmate to send letters and photos to an inmate from your phone. It's a easy way to stay in touch during your loved one's incarceration. Use the inmate locator to find an inmate's location and contact information, then you can send messages within a few minutes.

Securus messaging

Securus may be another option for communicating with an inmate at Suffolk County Sheriff's Office Riverhead Correctional Facility. You can create a friends and family account and purchase credits to send messages. All messages will be reviewed and must be approved by the facility.

Some county jails and state prisons may support for sending messages with JPay . You must register an account with the system, find your loved one, and purchase stamps to send messages. For some locations you can also attach photos.

Smart Jail Mail

You may also check if Smart Jail Mail is available at Suffolk County Sheriff's Office Riverhead Correctional Facility. Smart Jail Mail is operated by Smart Communications and has contracted with some state and county jails. After purchasing credits, your messages and photos are sent to the facility, printed out, and then handed out to your loved one.

What is the mailing address of Suffolk County Sheriff's Office Riverhead Correctional Facility?

Mailing address:.

Suffolk County Sheriff's Office Riverhead Correctional Facility 100 Center Dr S Riverhead , NY 11901 (631) 852-2200

Business hours:

• Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Saturday: Closed
• Sunday: Closed

The Suffolk County Sheriff's Office Riverhead Correctional Facility is a medium-security prison located in Riverhead, New York. This facility holds inmates that have been sentenced and those who are awaiting trial. It is the responsibility of the Suffolk County Sheriff's Office to ensure that all of the inmates in their care are safe and secure while under their supervision.

While at the Riverhead Correctional Facility, inmates are provided with the basic necessities such as medical care, food, and shelter, as well as access to educational programs and work opportunities. The facility also has recreational activities such as basketball and volleyball tournaments, as well as music and worship gatherings. The goal is not only to foster rehabilitation but ensure that the inmates are productive during their time spent there in addition to bettering themselves.

To ensure safety, the Sheriff's Office has stringent measures put in place to prevent inmate violence. All inmates are searched when entering the facility to prevent items such as weapons and illegal contraband from entering the prison. They also employ an internal affairs unit to investigate matters of insubordination or other issues that may infringe on safety and security.

Overall, the responsibilities and obligations of running a correctional facility rest completely on the shoulders of Suffolk County Sheriff's Office and the staff working there round the clock to let the inmates have an organized life inside the prison. Their efforts ensure that inmates are well taken care of while incarcerated, while also readying them to return as positive citizens for re-establishing themselves successfully in society

What services are provided by Suffolk County Sheriff's Office Riverhead Correctional Facility?

Suffolk County Sheriff's office Riverhead correctional facility offers various programs and services to support inmates who desire to turn their life around. These include a range of vocational training programs, counselling and life skills programs, and prevention and intervention programs.

First up are the vocational training programs. Enabling inmates to develop practical skills leading to meaningful employment offers a viable path to help them reintegrate into society and avoid reoffending. The center has advanced equipment that integrates the modern work skills, including culinary arts training program, chemical dependence treatment assistance, a welding Apprenticeship Program for state certification, Facilities and Environmental structures for wastewater treatment, and TASC high school equivalency trainings. They have state-of-the-art computer classes taught by Manhattan Vo-Sectro Instructors providing any needed Adobe and Microsoft suite certifications  

Additionally, various life skills and counselling programs flourish into each's multiple faith community facilitators' supervision and provide support. Medical and psychological treatment that focuses on well-being such as Yoga, home camp, parenting sessions are simple indicators inmates encounter that impact their change-to-baseline department for monitoring. They provide every inmate easy institutional justice reliability, conducts case maintenance, thus allowing continuing medical problems for completion, terminal parole for immigrants, long insufficient appointment scheduling amidst five buildings within the compound.

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Suffolk County - Riverhead Correctional Facility send things

Navigating the process of sending items to an inmate in a prison facility involves adhering to strict protocols. This includes procedures for sending money for commissary purchases, mailing letters with photos , arranging magazine subscriptions , purchasing phone time , sending postcards and greeting cards , and even enrolling in distance learning courses to make the most of available time.

Understanding visitation hours and rules is also crucial. Find comprehensive information about these processes and more for Suffolk County - Riverhead Correctional Facility below. Scroll through our page patiently to access all the necessary details. If there's anything specific you're seeking but can't find, feel free to reach out to us at [email protected] for assistance.

How To Send Money:

How to send an inmate money in new york.

Here are some general guidelines for sending money to an inmate's trust account; but not specific to a particular facility, institution or jail. Inmates need money to access several privileges like weekly shopping at the commissary, making phone calls, using the email service where offered, using the electronic tablets where offered and paying their co-pay when needing the medical or dental services. Some county jails require a per-night fee for the jail’s expenses.

What is a Commissary?

A commissary is a store within the jail. Commissary day is usually held once a week and can only be used if the inmate has funds in their commissary account, like a bank account within the institution. If the inmate has a job, their paycheck is deposited into this account, too.

The Commissary sells various products that the inmates may purchase if they have money on their books. Items sold are clothing, shoes, snacks and food, as well as hygienic products like soap, shampoo, and shavers. The commissary also sells products like books, magazines, televisions, radios, playing cards, headphones, MP3 players, electronic tablets, songs and educational programming. They also sell paper, envelopes, and stamps allowing the inmate to write their loved ones, friends and family. Facilities will provide stamps and paper to indigent inmates – eligible where no money has been in their commissary account for at least 30 days.

How do you send money to an inmate?

Sending money to an inmate varies from state to state, depending if it is county, state, or federal, their ways of accepting money for inmates change by the money transfer company they’ve contracted with. Federal Prisons and some state-level prisons have centralized banking systems which means that you do not need to know where they are specifically, just that they are in the state systems of for instance the California, Texas, Florida DOC, or the Federal BOP to name a few.

How do I send money using MoneyGram?

Some facilities will allow you to deposit cash through the lobby window stand-alone kiosk in the lobby or visitation room. Most facilities will also accept a postal money order mailed to the institution’s inmate mailing address made payable to the full inmate’s name.

Electronic banking allows friends and family members to send the funds online, and correctional departments are starting to favor this method because it is less work for staff and more accurate/easier to keep track of, as well as being more convenient.

Regardless of the method of sending funds, there are several key things you will need to know: • Inmate’s full committed name • Inmate’s ID number • Inmate’s location – or a system like the federal BOP

Before sending any funds you should find out what online transfer companies the institution your inmate is incarcerated in uses. You can find this information on our site by navigating to the facilities page click on the Money Transfer button under the address and phone number.

Pay close attention to the rules of the facility. Sometimes they will require money senders to be on the inmate's visitation list. Some correctional facilities have a deposit limit, like $200-300 at a time, but in federal, there is no limit.

MoneyGram , JPay, OffenderConnect, AccessCorrections, JailATM, WU, Touchpayonline, tigercommissary, smartdeposit are some of the money transfer firms being used by various facilities. MoneyGram is by far the oldest and most trusted.

Who else can access the money you send?

An inmate with fines or restitution will be subject to commissary/trust account garnishment. If the inmate has these financial obligations, they will be extracted from the inmate’s bank account. It may be a percentage or the entire amount depending on the situation. We recommend inmates who are going into their bid contact the counselor and make an arrangement beforehand. If you go in knowing they are taking 20-25% of all deposits is better than having them take it all and you find out in the commissary line when the account is zero.

Why is my inmate asking for more than I normally send?

This is generally a signal that the inmate is doing something they shouldn’t and needs money to get them out of or through a situation. It could be gambling, it could be extortion it could be other things you don’t need to know on this forum (for now). Set boundaries with your inmate. Tell them that “this is the amount I can send each month” and that is it. There are no extras beyond the boundary. Also, NEVER send money to the account of another inmate on your inmate’s instruction. This is a sign that something is not right. If the corrections people discover this, and they do more times than not, it will result in some severe disciplinary action to the inmate, and certainly the loss of all privileges.

Who can I call if I suspect something?

We recommend speaking with the counselor or case manager of the facility and use a generic reference in the event that your suspicions are wrong. You needn’t put them in a more difficult position if they are.

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Inmate Care Packages:

How to buy inmate commissary care packages online.

Show your loved one how much you care – order a package today! The facilities usually have a weekly limit of about $100 per inmate, plus processing and tax. The orders do NOT count towards the inmates weekly commissary allowances Deposits can be made online for inmates 24/7 using a credit/debit card

There are also a few services that allow you how to order inmate commissary online. These trusted providers are approved and share revenue with the prisons from the sales to the inmates.

Here is a list of other similar programs prison commissary: Keefe Group, Access Securpak, iCareGifts, Union Supply Direct, Walkenhorst's, CareACell

Inmate Commissary:

What is inmate commissary.

Prison commissary (also sometimes referred to as inmate canteen) is a store for inmates housed within a correctional facility. While the very most basics may be provided for by a given correctional department, there are also other important goods/services that New York prisoners and inmates must buy. For instance, supplies such as supplementary food, female hygiene products, books, writing utensils and a plethora of other things are examples of things that can be purchased as part of an inmate commissary packages for goods.

What is an Inmate trust account?

When you add money to an inmate account, the prison funds are stored on an inmate trust fund. This prison account basically acts as a personal bank account of an inmate. They will use this account to make Inmate Calls, pay for postage to Send Photos from Inmates, send emails from inmates, purchase Items from Commissary, receive wages from jobs, and more.

How To Send Mail:

Sending mail to inmates at suffolk county - riverhead correctional facility: guidelines and services.

Looking to send heartfelt greetings to your loved one in prison? Some facilities have recently updated their rules for incoming mail to protect staff from potential drug contamination through the ink used in mail pieces. These new rules require mail to be sent to a third-party post office box, where it is scanned into computer files and shared with inmates without anyone physically handling the original mail. When sending letters, photos, postcards, greeting cards, and magazines to inmates at Suffolk County - Riverhead Correctional Facility, adherence to specific guidelines is essential. Both incoming and outgoing mail undergo inspection to prevent the introduction of contraband that could compromise the safety, security, or well-being of the facility, its staff, and residents.

Inmate mail must not contain content that poses an immediate threat to jail order, such as descriptions of manufacturing weapons, bombs, incendiary devices, or escape tools that could realistically endanger jail security. Content advocating violence, racial supremacy, or ethnic purity is also prohibited. Additionally, inmate-to-inmate mail is not allowed and will be destroyed.

To simplify the process, individuals can utilize the mailing services offered by InmateAid. This automated system makes sending special messages or pictures to loved ones convenient and efficient. InmateAid has successfully sent tens of thousands of mail pieces per month without encountering issues with prisons or jails. Envelopes bearing the InmateAid logo assure mail room staff that the contents comply with regulations, establishing a trust that has been maintained since 2012.

Inmates are permitted to receive only metered, unstamped, plain white postcards no larger than 4" x 6" . Writing must be done in pencil or blue or black ink. Any other type of mail will be returned to the sender. If there is no return address, unauthorized mail will be stored in the inmate's locker until their release. Again, InmateAid's service for postcards and greeting cards complies with the old and new rules. You can get 8 postcards/greeting cards for only $8.

By following these guidelines and using reliable services like InmateAid, you can ensure your mail reaches your loved one safely and without complications.

How To Send Greeting Cards and Postcards:

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Looking to send heartfelt greetings to your loved one in prison? Our Greeting Cards Service offers a hassle-free solution that saves you time and money while being prison-approved for over a decade. Choose from a vast selection of cards for birthdays, anniversaries, and all major holidays, surpassing the limited options found in stores. With just a few clicks on InmateAid, you can send your heartfelt wishes directly from your phone.

Whether it's Christmas, Thanksgiving, Mother's Day, Father's Day, New Year's, or any other occasion, our diverse collection has you covered. You can even personalize the card by adding your latest selfie to make it extra special.

Sending a greeting card is quick and affordable, with bargain packages starting at just $8. Customize your message with a photo or a short note to brighten their day and show you care. Send a greeting card today and make a positive impact on your loved one’s life.

How To Send magazines and Books:

Brighten their time behind bars: simple magazine (puzzles and word find, too) subscriptions for inmates.

Sending magazines and books to loved ones incarcerated at Suffolk County - Riverhead Correctional Facility in 100 Center Dr S, Riverhead, NY is a heartfelt and impactful way to lift their spirits during their time behind bars. Show your support and care by providing a monthly installment of joy and mental stimulation.

While sending magazines in envelopes is not allowed, subscribing to a magazine is straightforward and hassle-free. Simply find their favorite magazine online and subscribe using their name and the facility address. This quick process takes only a couple of minutes.

Gone are the days of dealing with subscription cards found in grocery store magazines. We've made it even easier. By clicking the link , you can select their preferred titles and include your loved one's name in the order. The process is swift, and reliable, and offers discounted rates for your convenience. Since 2012, we have been successfully delivering magazine subscriptions to inmates.

Make their day brighter with a subscription today! By delivering the best magazines and books directly from the publisher, you can ensure a continuous source of joy and engagement throughout the year.

How To Save Money on Inmate Calls

Understanding prison phone services: how to save on inmate calls.

Prison phone companies hold a monopoly within the facilities they are contracted with, resulting in shared profits and minimal incentives for representatives to promote cost-saving measures to customers. These companies typically display their rates, often offering multiple pricing tiers. However, the primary factor determining call costs is the type of phone number used and the location of both the caller and the inmate.

In federal prisons, acquiring a new local number can significantly reduce call rates, lowering costs from $0.21 to only $0.06 per minute . The Federal Bureau of Prisons provides inmates with 300 minutes per month, and local line services usually cost $5.00 , without any hidden fees or bundled services.

For non-federal facilities (county jail, state prison, private and ICE detention centers), the benefits of using a local number have diminished, making market intelligence crucial. InmateAid specializes in identifying the best deals in various scenarios. While approximately 30% of the time no savings can be achieved—a reality acknowledged by other providers— InmateAid guarantees a refund if they cannot save you money.

For more detailed information on inmate calls, individuals are encouraged to visit the InmateAid website and navigate to the facility where their inmate is incarcerated. By accessing the Prison Directory and following the links to the Discount Telephone Service , individuals can obtain an honest estimate before making any purchases.

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Inmate mail .

Studies show that when inmates maintain a relationship with family & friends, it greatly reduces the risk of them returning to jail upon release.

T he safest, most secure way to send mail to an inmate is through LIAM Safe. All letters and photos are encrypted and, upon payment, print out immediately at the facility. Depending on the time of day, your photos and letters can be delivered that day. It works with mobile phones, laptops, tablets, and PCs. The mobile version even has a talk-to-text function. Simply go to SuffolkCountyNY.LiamSafe.com .

All   mail should be sent to the following address:

C/O Inmate's Name 

Suffolk County Correctional Facility

110 Center Drive South

Riverhead, NY 11901 

PLEASE NOTE: If the individual has a common name, please add his or her date of birth on the front of the envelope.

The following items are NOT allowed in inmate’s incoming mail:

Colored envelopes: All envelopes Must Be White ONLY

Stamps or other postage

Polaroid Pictures 

Pictures larger than 5” x 7”

Cards larger than 6” x 9”

Pornographic pictures or pictures that are offensive and graphic in nature.

Hard covered publications with cover attached.

Inmate Phone Services (Securus)

The Suffolk County Correctional Facility uses Securus to pay for inmate phone calls. If you would like to pay through the Securus system, click here .  

Keefe Commissary Service

Money can now be placed in an inmate’s commissary account for the purchase of items through the Keefe Commissary Service. There are a number of items that can be purchased, from food to sundries, providing there are no restrictions placed on the inmate.

Money can be applied to an inmate’s account in the following ways:

Any money that is brought in by an inmate is placed in their commissary account at the time of booking.

Money orders sent to an inmate will be deposited in the inmate’s account. No personal checks are accepted.

Cash, credit, or debit cards can be deposited into the kiosks located in both the Riverhead and Yaphank Visiting lobbies.

Deposits can be made via the internet by credit or debit at www.AccessCorrections.com or by calling 1-866-345-1884.

Please note: There is a fee for using the service that will reduce the amount of money placed in the account. Money put in the account will be available in approximately 15 minutes or sooner. There is a limit of $100 per deposit.

If there is money left in the commissary account at the time the inmate is released, that money is returned to them at the time of release in the form of a debit card. Information regarding this debit card can be found here .

Sending Packages and Money

When mailing packages and/or money, please send only items that are allowed by regulations. Prohibited or excess items will be returned to you at the inmate`s expense or disposed of if not picked up within the required time frame. Contraband items may result in prosecution.

PLEASE NOTE: No pockets or drawstrings are permitted on the clothing listed below.

2 Female Night Gowns: Plain and White Only 

7 Female Sports Bras: No Metal Underwires 

2 Sweat Shirts: Hunter Green* or White 

2 Sweat Pants: Hunter Green* or White 

2 Gym Shorts: Hunter Green* or White 

7 Tee Shirts: White Only 

2 Towels: 2' by 4' Maximum Size: White Only 

2 Set of Thermals: White or Off White  

5 Books: Paperback Only ​

5 Magazines 

2 Newspapers: Current Issues Only 

15 Photos: 5"x7" Maximum Size - No Polaroids 

1 Prayer Rug 

1 Kuffi: Black or White, Single Layer 

1 Wedding Band: Plain  

       *Hunter Green is the color of a NY Jets football jersey.

You are permitted to receive books, magazines, and newspapers directly from the publisher or reputable online vendors (example: Amazon.com, BarnesandNoble.com). Books, magazines and newspapers brought by visitors or sent through the mail will no longer be accepted at the facilities. No inmate may receive material that threatens the security of the facility such as information about making explosives, firebombs, weapons, escape devices, alcohol, poisons, or drugs.

Type of Funds Accepted: CASH AND MONEY ORDERS ONLY.  PERSONAL CHECKS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.