Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista

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Search for an Inmate in Cochise County

Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista

You can call Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista 24 hours a day for inmate information at 520-803-3850.

This facility processes offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies within the county. They are brought here for booking and processing. Depending on their charges, they may remain incarcerated until they are either bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or ordered to stay in custody until their trial is resolved.

You can use the inmate search tool to view the jail's roster and see who is currently in custody.

Inmates sentenced to less than one year will serve their time in this facility. Those with sentences longer than one year will be transferred to either the Arizona State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

On this page, you'll find information on inmate services, including the visitation schedule, funding an inmate's account, sending mail, receiving phone calls, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond instructions, and commissary purchases.

It's useful to note and save the inmate's jail ID or booking number, which is often needed for sending mail or other communications. If you can't find it online, you can call Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista at 520-803-3850 for assistance.

Phone: 520-803-3850

Physical Address:
100 Colonia De Salude
Suite 106
Sierra Vista, AZ 85635

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista
100 Colonia De Salude
Suite 106
Sierra Vista, AZ 85635

Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista
100 Colonia De Salude
Suite 106
Sierra Vista, AZ 85635

Other Jails and Prisons

How Do You Find Someone in the Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista?

To search for an inmate in the Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista, review their criminal charges, the amount of their bond, when they can get visits, or even view their mugshot, go to the Official Jail Inmate Roster, or call the jail at 520-803-3850 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Criminal Court Cases, Warrants and Wanted Fugitives for Cochise County and every county in Arizona.

Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista Inmate Search

The Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista maintains an average of 30 offenders in custody on any given day. The Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista has a monthly turnover of 40% of their inmate population, another 30% turnover every 90 days, another 20% every six months, and approximately 10% stay incarcerated between six and twelve months. Every year Cochise County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 8,040 offenders.

The following charts of Cochise County inmate population demographics are updated daily. The information shown is for today. For research purposes we have broken down the inmates by sex, age, ethnicity, and criminal charges.

The information is compiled from the Cochise County Corrections Department, the state of Arizona Department of Corrections, as well as the United States Department of Justice and Census Bureau records. It represents every person in custody in Cochise County.

For complete information on how to get directions, bond, visit, mail, send and receive email and texts, receive phone calls, and send money or commissary to an inmate, find arrest information for Cochise County and other counties surrounding this one, scroll down this page. We have a section for each.

We also provide photos of the jail that we have collected over the years.

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About the Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista

Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista is located at 100 Colonia de Salud, Sierra Vista, AZ 85635. It can be contacted by phone at 520-803-3858. It is a temporary holding facility.

It has a capacity of roughly 196 inmates nd mainly houses pre-trial detainees and those waiting for their sentences. It was built in 1958 and offers several programs for inmates, including religious programs, educational programs and volunteer services.

Visitation hours are Monday through Friday from 10am to 2pm, and inmates can schedule a visit from their home any day between 8:00 AM and 9:00 PM. All visitors must be approved by both the inmate and the jail prior to visiting, and those with a past felony conviction may be denied visitation.

Special visits can be pre-arranged for persons who are not on an approved visitor's list or who have traveled a substantial distance and for a family visit for a seriously ill or injured inmate. Cochise County Jail has another substation in Willcox located at 450 South Curtis Avenue, Willcox, AZ 85643 and can be contacted by phone at 520-384-7070.

The facility provides mental health services for inmates with Serious Mental Illness (SMI).

The jail utilizes Securus eMessaging for Inmate Email, allows inmates to receive books, magazines, and newspapers sent to them in the mail, and has a campaign against load car drivers transporting migrants illegally. It also offers reintegration programming to male condemned criminals, and utilizes more than 78 prisoners in its in-house work lines to provide services for its kitchen, clothing, and other activities.

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

How does the booking process work at Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista?

Once someone is arrested, they are taken to Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista for booking. This process involves identifying the individual, determining charges, and deciding if they will be released on their own recognizance, released on bail, or held in custody until their court date.

It’s important for the arrestee to stay silent, as anything they say can be used against them. The best advice is to avoid answering any questions about the arrest until legal counsel is present.

The booking process at Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista typically includes the following steps:

  • Verifying identity.
  • Taking a mugshot.
  • Answering questions regarding medical, mental health, and substance use history.
  • DNA collection, if required.
  • Conducting a thorough search.
  • Confiscating personal belongings.
  • Providing a free phone call.

Depending on circumstances, booking can take anywhere from one hour to up to 48 hours, especially during busy periods or if the individual is uncooperative. For questions about paying an arrestee’s bond or bail amount, contact the facility at 520-803-3850.

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Directions / Map to the Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista
Inmate Bail and Bonding

What is the process to pay bail for someone detained in Cochise County?

After an individual is apprehended and taken to Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista in Sierra Vista for booking, their release options vary based on the situation:

1. They might be released without bail, on the condition they appear in court on a scheduled date.
2. They may be detained until their court appearance.
3. They may be eligible for release after posting a bail or bond.  Call 520-803-3850 for the exact bail amount.

There are different ways to settle an individual's bail or bond.

  • Bail can be paid using cash, a money order, or a credit card.
  • A licensed bail bondsman in Cochise County can assist with payment.
  • Real estate located in the county can be used as bail collateral. 

For more information on the bail process in Cochise County, Arizona, visit the Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista Bail Information Page.

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Inmate Visitation

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista? What is the Schedule?

On-Site Visitation Hours (Visitation Center) - Video visits are not held at the jail.  They are held at the address listed below:

Cochise County Regional Center Douglas
1012 G. Avenue
2nd Floor Next to Justice Court Precinct 2
Douglas, AZ 85607


Sunday    -      No Visitation
Monday    -     10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Tuesday   -     10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Wednesday -  10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Thursday   -    10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Friday  -          10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Saturday -       No Visitation

Christmas & Thanksgiving Special Visitation - 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

At-Home Visitation Hours
Sunday         8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. / 3:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Monday         8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. / 3:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Tuesday        8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. / 3:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Wednesday   8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. / 3:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Thursday       8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. / 3:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Friday            8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. / 3:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Saturday        8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. / 3:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.


 

Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista ON-SITE (at the jail) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE
100 Colonia De Salude
Suite 106
Sierra Vista, AZ 85635
520-803-3850

  • On-site Visits are free
  • A maximum of 2 guests are allowed per an On-site video session. A 3rd guest is allowed if it is a child and no more than 6 years old.
  • All visits must be made at least 24 hours in advance.
DAY TIME
SUNDAY No Video Sessions
MONDAY 10:00 AM - 1:40 PM
TUESDAY 10:00 AM - 1:40 PM
WEDNESDAY 10:00 AM - 1:40 PM
THURSDAY 10:00 AM - 1:40 PM
FRIDAY 10:00 AM - 1:40 PM
SATURDAY No Video Sessions

Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista REMOTE (at home) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

DAY TIME
SUNDAY No Video Sessions
MONDAY No Video Sessions
TUESDAY No Video Sessions
WEDNESDAY No Video Sessions
THURSDAY No Video Sessions
FRIDAY No Video Sessions
SATURDAY No Video Sessions

Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista uses the services of Inmate Sales, also known as Combined Public Communication (CPC) for visitation communication between inmates and their friends and family members.

In order to have a successful video visit, these are the steps to follow:

  1. Make sure you have a device a speaker, a camera and a connection to the internet.
  2. Register with Inmate Sales.
  3. Find Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista
  4. Select 'New Purchase'
  5. Choose this facility and a product ('Remote' or 'Onsite' Visit)
  6. Enter your personal information and purchase minutes.
  7. Schedule a visit.

Call 877-998-5678 if you have any questions.
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We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 520-803-3850 for further assistance.

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Remote Video Visitation

Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista?

Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista ON-SITE (at the jail) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE
100 Colonia De Salude
Suite 106
Sierra Vista, AZ 85635
520-803-3850

  • On-site Visits are free
  • A maximum of 2 guests are allowed per an On-site video session. A 3rd guest is allowed if it is a child and no more than 6 years old.
  • All visits must be made at least 24 hours in advance.
DAY TIME
SUNDAY No Video Sessions
MONDAY 10:00 AM - 1:40 PM
TUESDAY 10:00 AM - 1:40 PM
WEDNESDAY 10:00 AM - 1:40 PM
THURSDAY 10:00 AM - 1:40 PM
FRIDAY 10:00 AM - 1:40 PM
SATURDAY No Video Sessions

Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista REMOTE (at home) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

DAY TIME
SUNDAY No Video Sessions
MONDAY No Video Sessions
TUESDAY No Video Sessions
WEDNESDAY No Video Sessions
THURSDAY No Video Sessions
FRIDAY No Video Sessions
SATURDAY No Video Sessions

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 520-803-3850 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista?

There are multiple ways to add money to an inmate's account at Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista, using Access Corrections Secure Deposits

1. Online - Making a deposit using a verified Visa or Mastercard online, or using their Apple or Android App.
2. By phone - Dial 866.345.1884 to reach their 24/7 Access Corrections domestic call centers.
3. Jail Lobby Kiosk - Kiosks accept cash, credit cards, and debit cards.
4. Mail-in Lockbox - Friends or Family who do not have a credit or debit card can mail money orders to their secure lockbox to make deposits to an inmate’s account. Depositors use a customized form that captures all needed information. Upon receipt, they process and post the deposits to the inmate's trust fund in approximately 48 hours.

Money orders may be mailed to inmates at:
Access Corrections
P.O. Box 12486
St. Louis, MO 63132

Money orders must be made out to "Access Secure Deposits".
Include the state, city, inmate name and ID number on all money orders.

5. Walk-in Cash Deposits - Go to any Cash Pay Today location to deposit cash to your inmate's account.

Secure Deposits - Frequently Asked Questions
Secure Deposits - Video Tutorial on How it Works
Secure Deposits - Help Pages

Customer Service Contacts:
Phone: 866-345-1884
Emailcustomerservice@accesscorrections.com
Online Chat - Look for 'bubble' on bottom right of the page linked here.

How to Send Money to an Inmate in Cochise County

To send commissary money to an inmate in Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista follow these steps:

  • Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
  • Select Arizona, then select Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista, and then the inmate you want to send money to.
  • Choose the amount of money you want to send, and input your payment method.

For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account check out our full money and commissary guide for Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 520-803-3850 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista?

How Do Inmates in Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista Make Phone Calls?

To receive phone calls from inmates in Cochise County, or to assist them in making phone calls to other people, follow these steps:

  • Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista uses the services of a company named Inmate Sales.
  • Register with them online or call them at 877-998-5678
  • Agents are available M-F from 8:00 AM - 12:00 midnight EST, Saturdays from 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM, and speak both English & Spanish.
  • Services for Cochise County inmates and their families and friends include: Collect Calling, PIN Debit, Purchasing Calling Cards, Deposits, Messaging & Video Visitation.

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For all the information regarding phone calls with Cochise County inmates; rules, policies, phone calling times, limits and more visit our Inmate Phone Page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 520-803-3850 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

How do I Mail an Inmate in the Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista, and what can I send them?

Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista allows inmates to receive pre-metered postcards like the type purchased from the post office. They may also allow certain photo postcards as long as they have not been tampered with or contain images that may be considered to be obscene or violent in nature. It is best to only use blue or black ink. Always include your name and return address.

Envelopes
The Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista also allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates. It is best to only use blue or black ink.

Postcards and envelopes MUST HAVE the sender's full name and return address on the envelope. 

Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista
100 Colonia De Salude
Suite 106
Sierra Vista, AZ 85635



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista
100 Colonia De Salude
Suite 106
Sierra Vista, AZ 85635



Newspapers
Newspapers may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the publisher.

Magazines
News, special interest or sports magazines may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the publisher. Any magazines that contain profanity, weapons, pornography or other content that is adult in nature will be confiscated by the jail staff and will NOT be delivered to the inmate.

Books
The Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista allows books to be mailed directly to the jail from a reputable source such as AmazonBarnes & Noble or Books-A-Million. You can order them directly from your computer and have them shipped to the inmate at the address noted.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista standards will be disposed of. 
Hard cover books will not be accepted by the jail due to their potential to be used as a weapon.


All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista
100 Colonia De Salude
Suite 106
Sierra Vista, AZ 85635

Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?

For inmates receiving mail in the Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista there are different addresses and policies depending on the inmate's status, as well as what type of mail they are receiving; personal mail, legal mail, subscriptions or books sent from a third-party such as Amazon.

All mail is to be shipped to the Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista:
Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista
100 Colonia De Salude
Suite 106
Sierra Vista, AZ 85635


For complete information on mail policies, what you can send an inmate and what address to send them, check out our Inmate Mail page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 520-803-3850 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista, and what can I purchase?

Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista contracts with Access Securepak for families to send pre-determined packages of commissary items to your inmate.

Access Securepak carries over 1,000 different items in the following categories:
- Food and Snacks
- Personal Hygiene Products
- Electronics
- Apparel

Registration Process:
1. Register here.
2. Select Arizona.
3. Select Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista.
4. Find your Inmate.
5. Deposit Funds.
6. Order Commissary Items.
Once you are logged in, you will receive instructions on how much (and what products) you can send your inmate.
Contact Information:
* If you have any questions, you can call Access Securepak at 800-546-6283.
* You can email My Care Pack at customerservice@securepak.net.
* You can write them at:
    Access Securepak
    10880 Linpage Place
    St. Louis, MO 63132

* You can Live Chat with a Representative online: (bottom left corner of page)
   Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m.–11 p.m. CST, 
   and Saturdays, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. CST.

*Note* Access Securepak will issue a refund for or replace broken, damaged, or missing products reported by Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista staff. They will not honor reports of discrepancies from inmate's families or friends. They have a very good mix of Chips, Snacks, Candy, Meat, Seafood, Hygiene products, Letter writing materials, Electronics and Apparel items for sale on their website.

*NOTE* -- Once you are fully registered and have selected the inmate you wish to send commissary to, you will receive instructions on how much you can deposit, how much (and what) you can purchase for your inmate, and how often you can send commissary.

How to Send Money to an Inmate in Cochise County

To send commissary money to an inmate in Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista follow these steps:

  • Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
  • Select Arizona, then select Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista, and then the inmate you want to send money to.
  • Choose the amount of money you want to send, and input your payment method.

For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account check out our full money and commissary guide for Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 520-803-3850 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista using an Online Messaging Service?

Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista allows Secure Messaging using a third-party service call Access Corrections.

They are the same company that facilitate Secure Deposits and Securepaks, so if you are already registered with them, then you are already approved to send Secure Messages to your inmate.

Register/Log in here.

After Registering/Logging In:

1.     You choose Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista.
2.    You Search for your inmate by typing in his last name. You can further narrow your search by adding his first name and/or Inmate ID.
3.    You add a credit or debit card.
4.    You buy a message plan (plans and prices vary), or buy credits. One credit costs $0.01.
5.    You select the option for your inmate to be able use the credits which you purchase, to message back to you... Or not.
6.    Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista charges a fee for each message sent or received.

Important Things to Know

 - Access Corrections has an iphone app and an android app for using their services.
 - ALL of your correspondence will be monitored by the jail. 
 - Do NOT write anything you wouldn’t want repeated in court.
 - Rates vary and are always subject to change.
 - Inmates can write you back ONLY if you select that option.
 - You CAN send photos up to 32MB in file size. Subject to change.
 - You CAN have unlimited credits on your account but are limited in the amount of each credit purchase.
 - You may NOT type or send emoticons.
 - You may NOT copy and paste text. Type directly.
 - You may NOT type profanities, violence or characters not approved. 
 - Due to messages having to be reviewed first, allow up to five days for a message to be delivered.
 - You may NOT transfer credits to another email.

Phone: 866-345-1884

Email:  customerservice@accesscorrections.com
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Contact Page
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How to Send a Secure Email Message to an Inmate in Cochise County

To send a secure email message to an inmate in Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista follow these steps:

  • Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
  • Select Arizona, then select Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista, and then the inmate you want to send your message to.
  • Choose the amount of money you want to spend, and input your payment method. The funds can also be used by the inmate to send a message back to you.
  • NOTE: All messages between you and your inmate will be permanently recorded and seen by the staff and could be used against your inmate in court.

For all information on how to Text/Email an Inmate in Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista check out our Secure Messaging Guide for Cochise County.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 520-803-3850 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista have Access to Tablets or Computers?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 520-803-3850 for further assistance.

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Are there photos of the Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista? What does it look like?
Other Jails in Cochise County

What are the other City and County Jails in Cochise County?

Cochise County County Jails
Cochise County Juvenile Facilities
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Other Jails Nearby

What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Cochise County?

Cochise Santa Cruz Pima Greenlee Graham Hidalgo
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Search for an Inmate in Cochise County

This facility, known as "Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista" is also known as Sierra Vista Jail, Sierra Vista Jail, Arizona, Cochise.

The Cochise County Jail - Sierra Vista serves the following cities and towns of Cochise County: Benson, Bisbee, Douglas, Huachuca City, Sierra Vista, Tombstone and Willcox.