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Alamosa County Jail & Detention Center Guide

Overview of the Facility

The Alamosa County Jail & Detention Center, located in Alamosa, Colorado, serves as the primary correctional facility for Alamosa County. It handles both pre-trial detainees and sentenced inmates. The facility focuses on ensuring safety and security for the community, inmates, and staff while providing programs geared towards rehabilitation and successful reintegration into society.

Contact Information

Address: 1315 17th Street, Alamosa, CO 81101, United States

Phone Number: (719) 589-5787

Email: Not available

Website: Alamosa County Sheriff's Office

How to Locate an Inmate

To locate an inmate at the Alamosa County Jail & Detention Center, you can contact the jail directly at the phone number provided, or visit the Alamosa County Sheriff's website and check their inmate search tool, if available.

Visitation Information and Hours

Visitation hours vary by the inmate's classification and housing unit. To ensure availability, family and friends are advised to call the facility or check the website for specific visitation hours. Visitors are required to register and follow the facility’s rules and regulations during visits.

How to Send Money

Family and friends can send money to inmates through the facility's approved payment system. For more details on how to send funds and the types of payment accepted, please visit the Alamosa County Jail's website or contact the jail directly.

Phone Calls and Video Visitation Options

Inmates at Alamosa County Jail are allowed to make outgoing phone calls through a system set up by the facility, which generally involves the use of a prepaid or collect call account. Video visitation may also be available, allowing friends and family to communicate with inmates remotely. Please check the facility's policies for more details.

Inmate Services and Programs

The facility offers various programs designed to aid in the rehabilitation and reintegration of inmates, including educational programs, vocational training, substance abuse programs, and mental health services.

Security and Management Information

The Alamosa County Jail & Detention Center is managed by the Alamosa County Sheriff's Office. The facility implements strict security measures to maintain safety and order within the jail environment.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Inmates at Alamosa County Jail have the right to receive visitors and legal counsel under conditions that fully comply with the standards set for maintaining order and security. Family members should get acquainted with the visitation policy detailed on the jail’s website to understand their rights and responsibilities when visiting.

Booking and Release Process

Individuals arrested in Alamosa County are processed at the county jail. The booking process includes fingerprinting, photographing, and a background check. Release procedures vary depending on the court’s ruling, and details can be obtained by contacting the facility directly.

Frequently Asked Questions

What items can I bring to an inmate during visitation?

Visitors are generally not allowed to bring items directly to inmates. All items intended for inmates must go through the mail or as approved through the jail's property procedures.

Can I arrange a video visitation from home?

Yes, if video visitation is available, family and friends can schedule a session from home via the facility's approved system. Check the jail’s website or contact them directly for more information.

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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