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Guide to Denver Jail - District 1, Colorado

Overview of the Facility

Denver Jail - District 1 operates under the management of the Denver Sheriff Department, providing detention services primarily for individuals awaiting trial or serving short sentences in Denver, Colorado. The facility is part of a larger correctional network managed by the city authorities.

Contact Information

Address: 490 W. Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80204, USA

Phone Number: (720) 913-3600

Website: Denver Sheriff Department

Email: Not publicly available, please contact through phone or visit the website.

How to Locate an Inmate

To locate an inmate at Denver Jail - District 1, visit the Denver Sheriff Department's online inmate search tool available on their website. Enter the full name or inmate ID to find specific information.

Visitation Information and Hours

Visitation rights are granted based on the inmate's housing location and classification. All visitors must register and get approval. For detailed visitation hours and to schedule a visit, check the Denver Sheriff Department's visitation page on their website.

How to Send Money

Inmates at Denver Jail - District 1 can receive funds through money orders sent via mail or deposits made through kiosks available in the facility's lobbies. For a more convenient method, online payments can be made via ConnectNetwork.

Phone Calls and Video Visit Options

Inmates can make collect calls to their families. For video visitation options, you can schedule and avail services through the facility's website, where services are provided by external vendors such as GettingOut.

Inmate Services and Programs

Denver Jail - District 1 offers various programs including educational programs, mental health services, and rehabilitation programs designed to support the reintegration of inmates into society.

History of the Facility

The facility has been operational for several decades, adapting over time to changes in correctional practices and the needs of the community it serves.

Security and Management Information

The jail is overseen by the Denver Sheriff Department, ensuring high standards of safety and security for both inmates and staff.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Inmates are entitled to legal representation and are afforded multiple opportunities to meet with counsel. Visitation rights are subject to the policies established by the jail administration.

Booking and Release Process

Individuals are booked upon arrest and their release process depends on the court's decision, which could vary from paying bond to other judicial rulings.

Frequently Asked Questions

What items can I bring to an inmate at Denver Jail - District 1?

Inmate can receive letters, photographs, and approved reading material. For security reasons, all items are subject to inspection.

How can I find out if someone is detained at Denver Jail - District 1?

Use the Denver Sheriff Department's inmate search tool available on their official website.

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Denver Jail - District 1 Inmate Searcher

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General Stats for Colorado

Colorado Total Number of Inmates

28,783

Colorado Total No. of Inmates

Number of people under Probation Supervision

78,562

Number of people under Probation Supervision

Prison population rate

271

Prison population rate: 100,000 residents

Parole Population

12,284

Parole Population

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

3,726

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

Inmates sentenced to more than 1 Year in private prisons

2,784

Inmates sentenced to more than 1 Year in private prisons

Sex

Sex

%

Total

Male

91.99

14,518

Female

8.01

1,265

Youth

Type

%

Total

Committed

65.74

495

Detained

34.26

258

Diverted

0.4

3

Prisons and Jails in Colorado