Otero County Detention Center

You can search the Otero County Detention Center’s inmates on the Official Jail Inmate Roster and review each person’s charges, bond amount, when they can get visits, and mugshot. For more help, call the jail at 719-384-5941. For court schedules, look up the dockets for upcoming criminal cases in Otero County or any Colorado county.

Otero County Detention Center Inmate Search

Have questions about a warrant in Otero County or elsewhere in Colorado? Start with Crimewatch. For details about a court case, we recommend the official Colorado docket search. Crimewatch only lists warrants from agencies that post there, so it isn’t a complete record of every active warrant.

In Colorado, including Otero County, most defendants facing non-capital charges are eligible for reasonable bail. Petty crimes and traffic offenses typically require no monetary bail. When setting bail, judges look at factors such as:

• The defendant’s employment and financial resources.
• How long they’ve lived in the area and whether they have family there.
• How serious the charged offense is.
• Any prior criminal record or past offenses.

The jail can tell you an inmate’s bail if you call the Otero County Detention Center at 719-384-5941. You can also look at a sample Colorado bond schedule to see typical amounts, keeping in mind that each judicial district sets its own. The county accepts cash, a surety bond, or a property bond, or can release an offender on personal recognizance.

The Otero County Detention Center has a licensed capacity of 34 inmates, but it often has to make room for many more, especially on weekends. Most city and county jails in Colorado turn over at least 35-40% of their population monthly, another 25-30% every 90 days, another 15-20% every six months, and about 8-9% stay incarcerated six to twelve months. Inmates held longer than twelve months are usually charged with serious crimes such as rape or murder. Because those cases take longer to prepare for trial, offenders arrested in this county remain in custody at one of the Otero County facilities much longer.

Approximately 1,080 offenders are arrested and detained every year by Otero County law enforcement agencies.

We’ve collected photos of the Otero County Detention Center over the years, and you can view them here.

How to post bail for a loved one in Otero County

Once booked at Otero County Detention Center in La Junta, the individual has several possible outcomes:

1. Release without posting bail, with a commitment to appear in court.
2. Remaining in custody until their court date.
3. Posting bail or bond for release. For the exact amount, call 719-384-5941.

Several payment methods are available for bail.

• Cash bonds are settled in full at the jail's bonding window or the clerk of court with cash, a cashier's check or a money order, and card payments are often available at a lobby kiosk or through an online bond vendor for a fee; bring the inmate's full name and booking number, and the jail can be reached at 719-384-5941.
• Licensed bail bondsmen in Otero County can assist with the process.
• Many courts accept land or a house as bond collateral; the owner proves clear title and equity worth at least the bond amount, often double, with a deed and a recent tax or appraisal value, and the court that set bail approves the property.

For more details on the bail process in Otero County, Colorado, visit the Otero County Detention Center Bail Information Page.

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Otero County Detention Center? What is the Schedule?

Otero County Detention Center Inmate Video Visitation Schedule

222 East Second Street
La Junta, CO 81050
719-384-5941

• First, you must register, puchase data, and then schedule with CIDNET.
  
• Visits are 20 minutes.
• The more data you purchase, the less expensive each MB of data is.

ON SITE VIDEO VISITATION

REMOTE VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

Otero County Detention Center uses CIDNET for Remote Video Visitation between inmates and their friends and family.  
Register here.




Frequently Asked Questions
Instructions on How to Use CIDNET
CIDNET Instrucciones
CIDNET help line (choose prompt 2), also the number inmate calls come from: (888) 984-1903

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Otero County Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 719-384-5941 for further assistance.

Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Otero County Detention Center?

Otero County Detention Center uses CIDNET for Remote Video Visitation between inmates and their friends and family.  
Register here.

Friends & Family Portal Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Instructions on How to Use CIDNET
CIDNET Instrucciones
CIDNET help line (choose prompt 2), also the number inmate calls come from: (888) 984-1903

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Otero County Detention Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 719-384-5941 for further assistance.

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Otero County Detention Center?

There are FOUR options for putting money on an inmate's books:

Option 1 - Dropping Money at the Jail
Bring money to the jail in person. 
Either the jail personnel will process the Inmate Account payment or you will use a Jail ATM self-serve kiosk in the lobbies that accepts cash, debit or credit cards.

Option 2 - Deposit Inmate Money Online
Otero County Detention Center uses Jail ATM to process all online deposits to an inmate's account. The company charges you a small fee for doing so, but the fee probably isn't as much as gas and parking would cost to take it to the jail in person.

Option 3 - Mail the Inmate Deposit to the Jail
Mailing a deposit takes more time to process than the other methods but can be done if you live too far away to bring it in person and you don't have a debit/credit card for online deposits. Never send cash. Always send a Money Order from the US Post Office, a reputable bank or Western Union. Call the Otero County Detention Center first as they may want you to do this online or at the jail kiosk instead.
Make the Money Order out to the payee the jail names (check with the jail first) and put their Inmate ID# in memo section of the Money Order. Never mail cash or a personal check.
222 East Second Street
La Junta, CO 81050

Option 4 - Make an Inmate Deposit with Jail ATM over the Phone by calling 877-810-0914
To do this you will need the inmate's offender # (inmate ID #) and full legal name.

How to Deposit Money Online for an Inmate in Otero County

To deposit money online for an inmate in Otero County Detention Center follow these steps:

• 
• Register to open an account, or Sign In to JailATM, the deposit service used for inmates at Otero County.
• After registering and signing in, select 'Send Money Now'.
• Choose Colorado, then choose Otero County Detention Center
• Type in your inmate's last name or their Inmate ID.
• Select your inmate.
• Input an amount to deposit to your inmate in Otero County Detention Center, and then input your payment method. 
• NOTE: JailATM's support page lists a deposit limit of $300 a week per inmate and says the limit can be different at each facility.
• If you need to phone JailATM customer support, call 877-810-0914.

For all information, tips and procedures for sending money to an inmate in Otero County Detention Center, or depositing money at the jail, over the phone or by mail, check out our Send Money Page for Otero County.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Otero County Detention Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 719-384-5941 for further assistance.

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Otero County Detention Center?

How to Make and Receive Phone Calls and Video Phone Calls from an Inmate in Otero County

To register and sign up for a phone account with CIDNET Inmate Phone Service, follow the instructions below:

• Register and create an account with CIDNET.
• 
• Type in your Email, Time Zone and First & Last Name of your Otero County Detention Center inmate.
  1. Click the Create Account button.
  2. Read the Terms of Use, then click Agree.
  3. Login to your email and open the CIDNET email.
  4. In the email, click the Complete Your Verification link.
  5. Choose a Security PIN and a Password.
  6. Click the Sign In button.
• After logging in, from the Menu, choose the state of Colorado, then the Otero County Detention Center, then your inmate's name.
• Once you have completed this, the Otero County Detention Center will have to give final approval for you to set up a phone account with your inmate.

For all the information you need to know, including instructions, policies, tips and solutions to possible issues regarding making phone calls with an inmate in Otero County, visit our full page guide. 

NOTE: All phone conversations are recorded. Whatever you talk about, can and will be used against your inmate in court. Never discuss their pending criminal case!

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Otero County Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 719-384-5941 for further assistance.

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

Otero County Detention Center Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
Ask the Otero County Detention Center whether it accepts postcards, and what size and type, before mailing one. Always include your name and return address.

Envelopes
The Otero County Detention Center 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:
222 East Second Street
La Junta, CO 81050

Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
222 East Second Street
La Junta, CO 81050

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
Ask the Otero County Detention Center whether books can be mailed in, and whether they must come straight from a publisher or retailer such as Amazon, Barnes & 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 Otero County Detention Center standards will be disposed of. 
Ask the Otero County Detention Center whether hardcover books are accepted.

All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
222 East Second Street
La Junta, CO 81050

Otero County Detention Center Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?

For inmates receiving mail in the Otero County Detention Center 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 Otero County Detention Center:
222 East Second Street
La Junta, CO 81050

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 Otero County Detention Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 719-384-5941 for further assistance.

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

JailATM – Send Money or Send Commissary Gift Packs to Otero County Detention Center

Search for JailATM services for Otero County Detention Center.

Make an inmate deposit with JailATM for Otero County Detention Center. 

Note: While JailATM offers the following inmate services, Otero County Detention Center may not allow all of them. Check on the JailATM website to confirm. Services available through JailATM are subject to change with no notice.

Send Gift Packs

Otero County Detention Center has an agreement with JailATM, which ships predetermined Gift Packs of candy, snacks and hygiene products to the inmate. Check the JailATM website to see if they allow Gift Packs.

These can be ordered by you online and are delivered directly to the inmate.

How to Send a Carepack Commissary Package Directly to an Inmate in Otero County

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

• 
• Go to JailATM, choose Colorado, then choose Otero County Detention Center
• Type in your inmate's last name or their Inmate ID.
• Select your inmate, and then you will be prompted to Register with them to open an account.
• Select the products you want shipped to them at Otero County Detention Center, and then input your payment method. 
• NOTE: There may be a limit on how much product you can send your inmate in Otero County at any one time.
• If you need to phone customer support, call 877-810-0914

For all information, tips and available items for shipping Commissary packages or sending money to an inmate in Otero County Detention Center check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Otero County.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Otero County Detention Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 719-384-5941 for further assistance.

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

Otero County Detention Center uses CIDNET for Digital Mail Messaging between inmates and their friends and family.  
Register here.

Friends & Family Portal Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Instructions on How to Use CIDNET
CIDNET Instrucciones
CIDNET help line (choose prompt 2), also the number inmate calls come from: (888) 984-1903

How to send a text or email to an inmate in Otero County

To send and receive secure texts or emails from an inmate housed in Otero County follow these instructions:

• Register and create an account with CIDNET.
• 
• Choose a Security PIN and Password.
• After logging in, from the Menu, choose the state of Colorado, then the Otero County Detention Center, then your inmate's name.
• Once you have completed this, the Otero County Detention Center will have to give final approval for you to communicate by email with your chosen inmate.

For all the information you need to know, including instructions, policies, tips and solutions to possible issues with Texting and Emailing an inmate in Otero County, visit our full page guide. 

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Otero County Detention Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 719-384-5941 for further assistance.

Do Inmates in the Otero County Detention Center have Access to Tablets or Computers?

Otero County Detention Center may now offer CIDNET Tablet Rentals to their inmates.

CIDNET is the same company that handles inmate phone systems, video visitations, email and texting and digital letters.

The tablets can be rented on a monthly basis and while not directly connected to the internet, the inmates can use them for the following activities:

• Phone Calls - Inmates may make calls directly from their tablet allowing for more privacy. The rates are the same as the phones in the unit, and the calls are still recorded and monitored.
• eMessaging - Communicate via a text based message or picture. Fee based system.
• Education - Free educational platform and course catalog that provides thousands of educational resources.
• Self Help -Inmates have daily access to mental health and addiction recovery programming.
• Music - Top-40, Hip-Hop, Country, Rock, Gospel, and more.
• Law Library -  Legal research with up-to-date case information.
• eBooks - Thousands of available titles.
• Religion - Religious resources for spiritual guidance.
• Games - Inmates can play their favorite games. Available through monthly subscriptions
• Facility Services - Digital access to submitted forms, requests, facility documents, and notifications from staff.

Here's how it works:

• Register here. 
• Pay for the subscription.
• You get charged the 1st of each month. 
• You get charged a full month even if it's only used for a partial month.
• No activation or early termination fees.
• Your inmate will recieve their tablet in 3-5 business days, after you pay.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Otero County Detention Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 719-384-5941 for further assistance.

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

Otero County County Jails

Otero County Juvenile Facilities

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