Mineral County Jail

Search for inmates in the Mineral County Jail using the Official Jail Inmate Roster. It lists each inmate’s charges, bond amount, visitation eligibility, and mugshot. Staff can also help by phone at 719-657-4000. The statewide docket search shows upcoming criminal court cases in Mineral County and every other county in Colorado.

Mineral County Jail Inmate Search

Wondering whether you have a warrant in Mineral County or anywhere in Colorado? Crimewatch is a good first stop. For information about a court case involving you or someone close to you, check the official Colorado source. Since not all agencies post their warrants on Crimewatch, it’s possible for a warrant to exist even if it doesn’t appear there.

Under Colorado statutes, most criminal defendants in Mineral County charged with non-capital offenses are eligible for reasonable bail, while petty crimes and traffic offenses typically require no monetary bail. Judges weigh several factors in setting bail:

• Employment status and financial situation.
• Length of residence in the area and local family ties.
• The seriousness of the charge.
• Prior convictions and criminal history.

Call the Mineral County Jail at 719-657-4000 to find out an inmate’s bail. If you know the charge, a sample Colorado bond schedule will give you a rough idea of the amount, although judicial districts set their own schedules. Cash, surety bonds, and property bonds are accepted, as is release on personal recognizance.

The Mineral County Jail holds a license for inmates, but the actual count is often higher, especially on weekends. Most city and county jails in Colorado have a monthly turnover of at least 35-40% of their inmates, another 25-30% every 90 days, another 15-20% every six months, and roughly 8-9% who stay six to twelve months. Stays of more than twelve months usually involve serious charges such as murder or rape. Since preparing those cases for trial takes time, offenders arrested in this county are held at one of the Mineral County facilities much longer.

Every year, Mineral County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 800 offenders.

See photos of the jail that we’ve collected over the years.

What are the bail options in Mineral County after an arrest?

Once arrested, an individual may be brought to Mineral County Jail in Del Norte for processing. The next steps vary:

1. The individual may be released without paying bail and ordered to appear on a set date.
2. The individual could be held in jail until their hearing.
3. Posting bail or bond allows them to be released. Call 719-657-4000 to confirm the bail amount.

There are several ways to pay an individual’s bail.

• A cash bond is posted by paying the whole amount at the jail bonding window or the clerk's office with cash, a cashier's check or a money order, and many facilities also accept cards at a kiosk or through an online bond vendor for a fee; bring the inmate's full name and booking number, and the jail's line is 719-657-4000.
• Licensed bail bond agencies in Mineral County can provide assistance.
• Courts in many places accept real property, such as land or a house, as bond collateral when the owner documents clear title and equity of at least the bond amount, often double, with a deed and a recent tax or appraisal value, and the court that set bail approves.

For more information about bail in Mineral County, Colorado, see the Mineral County Jail Bail Guide.

How do I Mail an Inmate in the Mineral County Jail, and what can I send them?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Mineral County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 719-657-4000 for further assistance.

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