Garfield County Detention Facility

Garfield County Detention Facility Information

The Garfield County Detention Facility is a 204 bed jail in the city of Glenwood Springs, Garfield County, Colorado.

This page provides information on how to search for an inmate in the official jail roster, or by calling the facility at 970-945-1377, directions to the facility, and inmate services such as the visitation schedule and policies, funding an inmate's account, mailing them a letter, receiving phone calls from an inmate, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond instructions, and commissary purchases.

Phone: 970-945-1377

Physical Address:
107 8th Street
Glenwood Springs, CO 81601

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate’s Name; Inmate’s Booking Number
Garfield County Jail, CO
PO Box 30022 PMB 35803
Durham, NC 27702

Other Jails and Prisons

How Do You Find Someone in the Garfield County Detention Facility?

To search for an inmate in the Garfield County Detention Facility, 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 970-945-1377 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up the court dockets (schedules) for upcoming criminal court cases in Garfield County and every other county in Colorado.

Garfield County Detention Facility Inmate Search

The Garfield County Detention Facility maintains an average of 204 offenders in custody on any given day. The Garfield County Detention Facility 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 Garfield County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 5,480 offenders.

The following charts of Garfield 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 Garfield County Corrections Department, the state of Colorado Department of Corrections, as well as the United States Department of Justice and Census Bureau records. It represents every person in custody in Garfield 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 Garfield 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.

For a collection of over 20 additional graphs and charts of the demographic and criminal arrest information of the inmates in Garfield County and Colorado state prisons, click the button below.
Garfield County INMATE DEMOGRAPHICS

Garfield County Inmate Race & Ethnicity - 3/28/2024

Race Inmates % Total
White 113 52.56%
Black 0 0.00%
Hispanic or Latino 100 46.51%
American Indian/Native Alaskan 0 0.00%
Asian 1 0.47%
Pacific Islander/Native Hawaiian 0 0.00%
Other 1 0.47%
Total 215 100.0%
Demographic, Crime and Inmate data is compiled from public reports provided by the Garfield County Sheriff’s Department, Colorado Corrections, United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Census Bureau.

Garfield County Inmate Criminal Charges - 3/28/2024

(many inmates have multiple charges)

Charge Inmates % Total
Felony (3rd Degree) 72 33.49%
Felony (2rd Degree) 37 17.21%
Felony (1st Degree) 0 0.00%
State Jail Felony 17 7.91%
Felony (Uncategorized) 26 12.09%
Misdemeanor (Class A) 63 29.30%
Misdemeanor (Class C) 0 0.00%
Holds 0 0.00%
Uncategorized 0 0.00%
Demographic, Crime and Inmate data is compiled from public reports provided by the Garfield County Sheriff’s Department, Colorado Corrections, United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Census Bureau.

Garfield County Inmate Sex - 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 193 89.77%
Female 22 10.23%
Total 215 100.0%
Demographic, Crime and Inmate data is compiled from public reports provided by the Garfield County Sheriff’s Department, Colorado Corrections, United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Census Bureau.

Garfield County Inmate Age - 3/28/2024

Age Inmates % Total
Under 18 1 0.47%
18-20 13 6.05%
21-24 21 9.77%
25-30 39 18.14%
31-35 40 18.60%
36-40 41 19.07%
41-45 28 13.02%
46-50 11 5.12%
51-55 9 4.19%
56-60 7 3.26%
61-65 3 1.40%
66-75 2 0.93%
76-85 0 0.00%
Total 215 100.0%
Demographic, Crime and Inmate data is compiled from public reports provided by the Garfield County Sheriff’s Department, Colorado Corrections, United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Census Bureau.
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About the Garfield County Detention Facility
The Garfield County Detention Facility in Colorado has a capacity of 204 inmates. The facility opened in December 2001 and has been operational since 1980. It boasts of about 3110 bookings yearly and recently added 3,000-square-foot of space on the ground floor to its capacity. The Garfield County Detention Facility in Colorado is located at 107 8th Street, Glenwood Springs, Colorado 81601. The phone number for the facility is 970-945-1377 ext 1033. For more information about bookings and inmate services, contact the Sheriff's Office at 970-945-0453. The Garfield County Detention Facility in Colorado has visitation hours from 8:00am to 11:00am, 1:00pm to 4:00pm, and 7:30pm to 10:30pm daily. The Garfield County Detention Facility in Colorado has a visitation policy that allows inmates to have visits with family, friends, and their attorneys under certain conditions. The facility also offers a Workender program for inmates, which requires them to adhere to strict policies such as not talking to acquaintances encountered on the job sites. Recently, the Garfield County Sheriff severed an agreement with Pitkin County due to incidents that showed the jail was inadequate and antiquated. Improving education, mental health and substance abuse services are key components to reducing the recidivism rate at the facility. The Garfield County Detention Facility in Colorado is unique in that it consists of 7 separate inmate living areas, two of which are direct supervision. Direct supervision means that Deputies work inside the inmate living area. The facility can house up to 225 inmates and works closely with the Garfield County Sheriff's Office, Glenwood Springs City Police Office, and other law enforcement agencies. It is also located in Rifle, a beautiful town nestled in the foothills of Grass Mesa.
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Recent Bookings & Arrests

How do I find out if someone has been arrested and booked into the Garfield County Detention Facility?

To find out if someone you know has been recently arrested and booked into the Garfield County Detention Facility, call the jail’s booking line at 970-945-1377.

There may be an automated method of looking them up by their name over the phone, or you may be directed to speak to someone at the jail. Sometimes the jail staff may ask you the offender’s date of birth to ensure privacy of the offender’s status.

Keep in mind that after an arrest, the information on an offender may not be publicly available for several hours.

If you don’t want to check up on an offender by calling the jail, you can also try looking up people recently booked online.

Garfield County Detention Facility Booking Roster

What happens during booking in Garfield County?

After being arrested and taken into custody, and after being read their Miranda Rights, an offender will next be transported to the local police or department or the Sheriff’s Department in Garfield County for booking.

Booking is very involved and requires multiple steps in the process, however, keep in mind that most attorneys will advise that an offender remain silent and not offer any additional information about the crime they have been arrested for because anything they do say may be recorded and may very well be used against them in court.

What is the booking process like at the Garfield County Detention Facility?

Booking includes having their photo (mugshot) and fingerprints taken, as well as being asked a lot of questions about their personal history and state of mind. If it’s a serious felony, their DNA may also be taken. They will also be checked for warrants in Garfield County and other Colorado and USA jurisdictions.

If the offender was arrested for a DUI offense, and has refused a breathalyzer test, they may also be forced to have blood drawn by a doctor or nurse.

It is also very likely that the offender will undergo a humiliating full body search while in the nude. This includes bending over, spreading their cheeks in the direction of an officer, and coughing. They will also be walked through a metal detector or x-ray machine, like those used at an airport.

What kind of questions are asked during booking?

The arresting jurisdiction will ask about gang affiliations, tattoos, medical conditions, prescribed medication they are taking, recreational drugs they are on or addicted to, allergies, if they are suicidal, and other relevant information that will help with determining their cell assignment and special needs.

What happens to an offender’s personal property during booking?

During the arrest and booking process an offender will also have all their personal property confiscated and held for either their release from jail, or with the offender’s approval, released to a friend or family member.

Personal property includes the clothing they are wearing, money, wallets, purses, cell phones, jewelry, body rings, earrings, watches, and even glasses if they are deemed a security risk. If they are allowed to keep their shoes or sneakers, the laces are removed.

What happens after booking?

At this point the offender will be allowed to make a free phone call to a person of their choice to notify them of their arrest, and/or arrange a bond or bail for their release.

If the offender is being detained and housed while awaiting arraignment, the Garfield County Detention Facility will provide a jail garment and slip-on shoes, a blanket, sheets, soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, and a towel.

Often, before they are dressed in the jail outfit and brought to their housing location, they will be forced to take a shower and undergo a disinfectant treatment for body and hair lice, scabies or other pests that may be residing on their person.

How long does the Garfield County Detention Facility Booking process take?

Booking can take anywhere from an hour to 24 hours or more. It all depends on the number of people that are awaiting processing, the number of staff on duty at the time, and the behavior of the offender.

If the offender is heavily intoxicated and/or violent, the Booking Officer may decide to stick the offender in a holding cell for several hours until they become more manageable.

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Directions / Map to the Garfield County Detention Facility
Inmate Bail and Bonding

How to make a bail payment using gettingout.com

  • gettingout.com assists you in using their banking system to make bail payment for your inmate.  
  • At this time, you cannot make bail payments online, but you can either do it at the Garfield County Detention Facility, or over the phone by calling 866-516-0115.

How to Bail out an Inmate in Garfield County

To Bail out or Post Bond for an Inmate in Garfield County Detention Facility follow these steps:

For complete Instructions on How to Bail or Bond an Inmate in Garfield County Detention Facility, check out our Inmate Bail page.

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Inmate Visitation

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Garfield County Detention Facility? What is the Schedule?

Garfield County Detention Facility
ON-SITE (at the jail) INMATE VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

  • On-site visitation is subject to be cancelled during pandemics and other security issues. Call the jail at 970-945-1377 to check.
  • Each visit is 15 minutes in length and you may only visit 1 inmate per day.
  • On-site visits are first come - first served.
DAY TIME
SUNDAY 8:00AM-11:00AM
1:00PM-4:00PM
7:30PM-10:30PM
MONDAY 8:00AM-11:00AM
1:00PM-4:00PM
7:30PM-10:30PM
TUESDAY 8:00AM-11:00AM
1:00PM-4:00PM
7:30PM-10:30PM
WEDNESDAY 8:00AM-11:00AM
1:00PM-4:00PM
7:30PM-10:30PM
THURSDAY 8:00AM-11:00AM
1:00PM-4:00PM
7:30PM-10:30PM
FRIDAY 8:00AM-11:00AM
1:00PM-4:00PM
7:30PM-10:30PM
SUNDAY 8:00AM-11:00AM
1:00PM-4:00PM
7:30PM-10:30PM


Garfield County Detention Facility
OFF-SITE (at home) INMATE VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

  • Each visit is 15 minutes in length and you may only visit 1 inmate per day.
DAY TIME
SUNDAY 8:00AM-11:00AM
1:00PM-4:00PM
7:30PM-10:30PM
MONDAY 8:00AM-11:00AM
1:00PM-4:00PM
7:30PM-10:30PM
TUESDAY 8:00AM-11:00AM
1:00PM-4:00PM
7:30PM-10:30PM
WEDNESDAY 8:00AM-11:00AM
1:00PM-4:00PM
7:30PM-10:30PM
THURSDAY 8:00AM-11:00AM
1:00PM-4:00PM
7:30PM-10:30PM
FRIDAY 8:00AM-11:00AM
1:00PM-4:00PM
7:30PM-10:30PM
SUNDAY 8:00AM-11:00AM
1:00PM-4:00PM
7:30PM-10:30PM

Garfield County Detention Facility uses GettingOut for their Remote Video Visitation and/or Visit Scheduling. 

There are three ways to remotely visit your inmate:

1.  Using the GettingOut/GTL Kiosk at the jail.
2. Using your computer from home.
3. Using your phone on the GettingOut or GTL apps.

How it Works with GettingOut
1.  Register an account.
2. Select Garfield County Detention Facility
3. Choose either an INMATE ACCOUNT or FRIENDS & FAMILY ACCOUNT.   

  • **NOTE** Friends and Family must have funds in their "Friends & Family Account" to respond to inmate messages. 
  • If you deposit money online in the INMATE ACCOUNT, than they have the freedom to spend the money on visits or phone calls to anyone, or any other communications services available at Garfield County Detention Facility.
  • With the FRIENDS & FAMILY ACCOUNT, you control all communication services such as phone calls, video visits and messaging. Your inmate can only call the phone number you want.

4. You will then receive prompts to validate both your identity and phone number .
5. Again, choose your inmate's facility, then type their name and select your inmate.

GettingOut will then guide you through the steps needed to arrange your remote visit.

Customer Service for GettingOut
If you have any questions, you can call them at 866-516-0115.
GettingOut online contact form
Frequently Asked Questions
The GettingOut App is available on Google Play and Apple Store.

How Do You Visit an Inmate in Garfield County Detention Facility?

To visit an inmate in Garfield County, whether by video or in person 'at the jail', follow these steps:

Other than 'at the jail' visits between you and your inmate, which is explained and outlined in detail on our Visit Inmate Page, Garfield County remote video inmate visitation can be done using the services of GettingOut

There are three ways to remotely visit your inmate in Garfield County Detention Facility:
1.  Using the GettingOut Kiosk at the jail.
2. Using your computer from home.
3. Using your phone on the GettingOut apps.

To remotely visit an inmate in Garfield County follow these steps:
1.  Start by confirming that Garfield County Detention Facility's Video Visitation is working correctly by looking up Garfield County here.

2.  The next step is to create an account here for GettingOut.
3. Then add funds to your account.
4. Last, select Garfield County Detention Facility, and then the inmate you wish to communicate with.

Other Garfield County Services provided by GettingOut:
 - Phone Calls & Voicemail 
 - Email, Photo & Video Sharing
-  Inmate Tablet Rental
-  Deposits

Customer Service
If you have any questions about the Garfield County Detention Facility Visitation Services you can call them at 866-516-0115.
Frequently Asked Questions

* All the information you need to have complete knowledge about inmate visitation; policies, rules, fees, schedules, tips, dress codes, and children, lawyers and clergy visitation in Garfield County, can be found on our Visit Inmate Page.

Garfield County Detention Facility Phone: 970-945-1377

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Garfield County Detention Facility’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 970-945-1377 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 Garfield County Detention Facility?

Garfield County Detention Facility
ON-SITE (at the jail) INMATE VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

  • On-site visitation is subject to be cancelled during pandemics and other security issues. Call the jail at 970-945-1377 to check.
  • Each visit is 15 minutes in length and you may only visit 1 inmate per day.
  • On-site visits are first come - first served.
DAY TIME
SUNDAY 8:00AM-11:00AM
1:00PM-4:00PM
7:30PM-10:30PM
MONDAY 8:00AM-11:00AM
1:00PM-4:00PM
7:30PM-10:30PM
TUESDAY 8:00AM-11:00AM
1:00PM-4:00PM
7:30PM-10:30PM
WEDNESDAY 8:00AM-11:00AM
1:00PM-4:00PM
7:30PM-10:30PM
THURSDAY 8:00AM-11:00AM
1:00PM-4:00PM
7:30PM-10:30PM
FRIDAY 8:00AM-11:00AM
1:00PM-4:00PM
7:30PM-10:30PM
SUNDAY 8:00AM-11:00AM
1:00PM-4:00PM
7:30PM-10:30PM


Garfield County Detention Facility
OFF-SITE (at home) INMATE VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

  • Each visit is 15 minutes in length and you may only visit 1 inmate per day.
DAY TIME
SUNDAY 8:00AM-11:00AM
1:00PM-4:00PM
7:30PM-10:30PM
MONDAY 8:00AM-11:00AM
1:00PM-4:00PM
7:30PM-10:30PM
TUESDAY 8:00AM-11:00AM
1:00PM-4:00PM
7:30PM-10:30PM
WEDNESDAY 8:00AM-11:00AM
1:00PM-4:00PM
7:30PM-10:30PM
THURSDAY 8:00AM-11:00AM
1:00PM-4:00PM
7:30PM-10:30PM
FRIDAY 8:00AM-11:00AM
1:00PM-4:00PM
7:30PM-10:30PM
SUNDAY 8:00AM-11:00AM
1:00PM-4:00PM
7:30PM-10:30PM

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Garfield County Detention Facility’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 970-945-1377 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Garfield County Detention Facility?

There are multiple ways to add money to an inmate's account at Garfield County Detention Facility, 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
Email[email protected]
Online Chat - Look for 'bubble' on bottom right of the page linked here.

How to Send Money to an Inmate in Garfield County

To send commissary money to an inmate in Garfield County Detention Facility follow these steps:

  • Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
  • Select Colorado, then select Garfield County Detention Facility, 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 Garfield County Detention Facility.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Garfield County Detention Facility’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 970-945-1377 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Garfield County Detention Facility?

How Do Inmates in Garfield County Detention Facility Make Phone Calls?

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

  • Garfield County Detention Facility uses the services of IC Solutions.
  • Register with them online or call them at 888-506-8407
  • Agents are available 24 hours a day, and speak both English & Spanish.
  • Services for Garfield County inmates and their families and friends include Collect Calling, PIN Debits, Purchasing Calling Cards, Voicemail & Prepaid calls.  In addition, IC Solutions provides secure messaging, sending photos, video phone calls and online deposits for inmates and their families in Garfield County.
  • Although rates are subject to change, they generally run about $0.21 per minute for phone calls.

Note: All your calls with an inmate are recorded, stored and shared with law enforcement if the conversation deals with your case or any criminal activity. Anything communicated can be used against you or your inmate in court.

For all the information regarding phone calls with Garfield 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 Garfield County Detention Facility’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 970-945-1377 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

How do I Mail an Inmate in the Garfield County Detention Facility, and what can I send them?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Garfield County Detention Facility’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 970-945-1377 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Garfield County Detention Facility, and what can I purchase?

Garfield County Detention Facility contracts with Access Securepak (aka MyCarePak) 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 Colorado.
3. Select Garfield County Detention Facility.
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 [email protected].
* 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 Garfield County Detention Facility staff. They will not honor reports of discrepancies from inmate's families or friends.
My CarePack is the Garfield County Detention Facility's outside vendor for Commissary Items. 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 a Carepack Commissary Package Directly to an Inmate in Garfield County

To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Garfield County Detention Facility follow these steps:

  • Select Colorado, then select Garfield County Detention Facility, and then select the 'Send a Package Order' option.
  • Register and create an account with Access Securepak, for Garfield County.
  • Choose the inmate and the products you want shipped to them, and input your payment method. 
  • NOTE: There may be a limit on how much product you can send your inmate in Garfield County at any one time.

For all information, tips and available items for shipping Commissary packages to an inmate in Garfield County Detention Facility check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Garfield County.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Garfield County Detention Facility’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 970-945-1377 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Garfield County Detention Facility using an Online Messaging Service?

Garfield County Detention Facility 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 Garfield County Detention Facility.
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.    Garfield County Detention Facility 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:  [email protected]
FAQ
Contact Page
iphone app
Android app

How to Send a Secure Email Message to an Inmate in Garfield County

To send a secure email message to an inmate in Garfield County Detention Facility follow these steps:

  • Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
  • Select Colorado, then select Garfield County Detention Facility, 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 Garfield County Detention Facility check out our Secure Messaging Guide for Garfield County.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Garfield County Detention Facility’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 970-945-1377 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Garfield County Detention Facility have Access to Tablets or Computers?

Garfield County Detention Facility allows inmates access to tablets to use for the services provided by 'gettingout'.


The devices are similar to common handheld tablets, but are made exclusively by GettingOut, a GTL / Viapath company.
Tablets offer specialized content and services for inmates to use during their stay at Garfield County Detention Facility, such as:

  • Music
  • Books
  • Games
  • Education
  • News
  • Radio
  • Television
  • Read mail and messages
  • Video visits

-  Free services are already available for use on the device at Garfield County Detention Facility.
-  Subscription services are funded separately by family and friends with deposits made into an inmate’s Debit Link account.
-  Garfield County Detention Facility Inmates will then be able to purchase subscription services and premium content to enjoy.

What Does a Tablet Cost?

  • Tablet devices include some services and the content is free.
  • The subscription services require additional funding.
  • There may be multiple options such as 7-day or 30-day subscriptions.
  • Costs are dependent upon the available services and what the Garfield County Detention Facility charges.

To estimate costs for phone calls, sign in to your account and click “Rate & Fees Calculator” in the footer (bottom of the page) or call 866-516-0115 for assistance.

How Inmates Can Use a Tablet to Access Services at Garfield County Detention Facility

To find out how to get access to a tablet for inmate read the following:

1.  First, Register or Sign In to GettingOut/GTL

2.  Purchase the services you want for your Garfield County Detention Facility inmate.
3. All inmates have free access to the tablets to read their letters from family & friends, but there are many other services available to keep your inmate busy while incarcerated... such as Games, Books, Music and Movies. These other services come with fees that you can pay for when you pay for phone service.

To learn more about Tablet Rentals for inmates, including the cost, all the services available and everything else you need to know, check out our Tablet Rental Page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Garfield County Detention Facility’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 970-945-1377 for further assistance.

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US State Prison Population Demographics

Total Inmates in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 973,343 93.26%
Female 70,362 6.74%
Total 1,043,705 100.0%

Total Inmates in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 327,300 35.27%
Black 345,500 37.23%
Hispanic 226,800 24.44%
American Indian / Alaska Native 15,900 1.71%
Asian 12,500 1.35%
Total 928,000 100.0%

Total of Violent Inmates in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 622,200 95.46%
Female 31,700 4.86%
Total 653,900 100.0%

Total of Violent Inmates in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 178,600 29.23%
Black 234,500 38.38%
Hispanic 179,500 29.38%
American Indian / Alaska Native 9,600 1.57%
Asian 8,800 1.44%
Total 611,000 100.0%

Murderers Held in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 147,500 93.95%
Female 10,000 6.37%
Total 157,500 100.0%

Murderers Held in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 37,600 26.04%
Black 63,000 43.63%
Hispanic 39,100 27.08%
American Indian / Alaska Native 2,300 1.59%
Asian 2,400 1.66%
Total 144,400 100.0%

Violent Negligent Manslaughter Inmates in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 16,000 86.02%
Female 2,600 13.98%
Total 18,600 100.0%

Violent Negligent Manslaughter Inmates in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 5,400 43.90%
Black 3,600 29.27%
Hispanic 2,900 23.58%
American Indian / Alaska Native 200 1.63%
Asian 200 1.63%
Total 12,300 100.0%

Violent Rape & Sexual Assault Inmates in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 159,800 98.95%
Female 2,200 1.36%
Total 162,000 100.0%

Violent Robbery Inmates in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 125,800 96.18%
Female 5,400 4.13%
Total 131,200 100.0%

Violent Robbery Inmates in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 21,900 18.64%
Black 66,800 56.85%
Hispanic 26,500 22.55%
American Indian / Alaska Native 1,200 1.02%
Asian 1,100 0.94%
Total 117,500 100.0%

Violent Aggravated/Simple Assault Inmates in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 137,000 94.74%
Female 8,100 5.60%
Total 145,100 100.0%

Violent Aggravated/Simple Assault Inmates in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 37,500 23.28%
Black 53,300 33.09%
Hispanic 65,300 40.53%
American Indian / Alaska Native 2,800 1.74%
Asian 2,200 1.37%
Total 161,100 100.0%

Other Violent Inmates in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024 - non-categorized

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 36,100 91.86%
Female 3,300 8.40%
Total 39,400 100.0%

Other Violent Inmates in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024 - non-categorized

race Inmates % Total
White 12,200 32.45%
Black 14,200 37.77%
Hispanic 9,700 25.80%
American Indian / Alaska Native 800 2.13%
Asian 700 1.86%
Total 37,600 100.0%

Total of Property Crime Inmates in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 127,900 90.64%
Female 13,600 9.64%
Total 141,500 100.0%

Total of Property Crime Inmates in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 60,500 50.46%
Black 37,800 31.53%
Hispanic 18,100 15.10%
American Indian / Alaska Native 2,100 1.75%
Asian 1,400 1.17%
Total 119,900 100.0%

Burglary Inmates in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 75,900 95.11%
Female 4,200 5.26%
Total 80,100 100.0%

Burglary Inmates in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 30,500 44.40%
Black 24,200 35.23%
Hispanic 12,300 17.90%
American Indian / Alaska Native 1,100 1.60%
Asian 600 0.87%
Total 68,700 100.0%

Larceny & Theft Inmates in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 22,300 84.47%
Female 4,200 15.91%
Total 26,500 100.0%

Larceny & Theft Inmates in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 13,800 58.97%
Black 6,800 29.06%
Hispanic 2,200 9.40%
American Indian / Alaska Native 300 1.28%
Asian 300 1.28%
Total 23,400 100.0%

Motor Vehicle Theft Inmates in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 6,400 91.43%
Female 600 8.57%
Total 7,000 100.0%

Motor Vehicle Theft Inmates in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 2,500 48.08%
Black 1,500 28.85%
Hispanic 1,000 19.23%
American Indian / Alaska Native 100 1.92%
Asian 100 1.92%
Total 5,200 100.0%

Fraud Inmates in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 9,800 75.97%
Female 3,200 24.81%
Total 13,000 100.0%

Fraud Inmates in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 6,900 63.30%
Black 2,600 23.85%
Hispanic 900 8.26%
American Indian / Alaska Native 300 2.75%
Asian 200 1.83%
Total 10,900 100.0%

Other Property Crime Inmates in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024 - non-categorized

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 13,600 90.67%
Female 1,400 9.33%
Total 15,000 100.0%

Other Property Crime Inmates in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024 - non-categorized

race Inmates % Total
White 6,700 58.26%
Black 2,700 23.48%
Hispanic 1,700 14.78%
American Indian / Alaska Native 200 1.74%
Asian 200 1.74%
Total 11,500 100.0%

Total of Drug Related Inmates in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 114,600 87.08%
Female 17,400 13.22%
Total 132,000 100.0%

Total of Drug Related Inmates in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 49,500 47.50%
Black 37,300 35.80%
Hispanic 14,600 14.01%
American Indian / Alaska Native 1,700 1.63%
Asian 1,100 1.06%
Total 104,200 100.0%

Inmates Convicted of Drug Possession in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 28,500 84.57%
Female 5,300 15.73%
Total 33,800 100.0%

Inmates Convicted of Drug Possession in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 14,800 56.27%
Black 7,900 30.04%
Hispanic 3,000 11.41%
American Indian / Alaska Native 400 1.52%
Asian 200 0.76%
Total 26,300 100.0%

Inmates Convicted of Drug Dealing/Manufacturing in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 86,100 88.04%
Female 12,000 12.27%
Total 98,100 100.0%

Inmates Convicted of Drug Dealing/Manufacturing in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 34,700 44.54%
Black 29,400 37.74%
Hispanic 11,600 14.89%
American Indian / Alaska Native 1,300 1.67%
Asian 900 1.16%
Total 77,900 100.0%

Total of 'Public Order' Related Inmates in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 102,500 93.95%
Female 6,900 6.32%
Total 109,400 100.0%

Total of 'Public Order' Related Inmates in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 35,900 40.84%
Black 34,500 39.25%
Hispanic 13,800 15.70%
American Indian / Alaska Native 2,500 2.84%
Asian 1,200 1.37%
Total 87,900 100.0%

Inmates Convicted on Illegal Weapon Possession in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 37,800 97.93%
Female 900 2.33%
Total 38,700 100.0%

Inmates Convicted on Illegal Weapon Possession in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 7,200 22.86%
Black 16,900 53.65%
Hispanic 6,500 20.63%
American Indian / Alaska Native 500 1.59%
Asian 400 1.27%
Total 31,500 100.0%

Inmates Convicted of Multiple DUI/DWI in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 13,400 89.33%
Female 1,600 10.67%
Total 15,000 100.0%

Inmates Convicted of Multiple DUI/DWI in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 6,800 59.65%
Black 2,000 17.54%
Hispanic 1,800 15.79%
American Indian / Alaska Native 700 6.14%
Asian 100 0.88%
Total 11,400 100.0%

Inmates Convicted of Other 'Public Order' Felonies in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 51,200 92.25%
Female 4,400 7.93%
Total 55,600 100.0%

Inmates Convicted of Other 'Public Order' Felonies in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 21,900 48.45%
Black 15,700 34.73%
Hispanic 5,600 12.39%
American Indian / Alaska Native 1,300 2.88%
Asian 700 1.55%
Total 45,200 100.0%

Total Number of Inmates Convicted of Unspecified Felonies in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 6,100 89.71%
Female 800 11.76%
Total 6,900 100.0%

Total Number of Inmates Convicted of Unspecified Felonies in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 2,700 52.94%
Black 1,500 29.41%
Hispanic 700 13.73%
American Indian / Alaska Native 100 1.96%
Asian 100 1.96%
Total 5,100 100.0%
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