CDCR currently publishes $100/adult and $50/minor on its statewide items page. If another official page conflicts, confirm with the facility before travel.
$100 per adult / $50 per minor — dollar bills, dollar coins, and quarters only, according to CDCR's statewide visitor-items page. Facility-specific exceptions are not guaranteed; confirm before a long drive.
Up to 2 sealed formula bottles, 3 sealed baby food containers, 1 plastic spoon, 6 disposable diapers, 1 sealed wipes pack, 1 change of clothes, 1 small blanket, 2 small searchable toys, 1 transparent pacifier, a burp cloth, and a carrier.
Life-sustaining medication, mobility devices, and medically necessary items are allowed with documentation from a doctor — name, address, phone, and license number, updated every 2 years.
Religious clothing is allowed even where otherwise restricted, though it may need private inspection first. Service animals are allowed with basic identifying documentation and must clear the metal detector.