Pitkin County Jail
Pitkin County Jail
Inmate information is just a phone call away. The 24-bed Pitkin County Jail can be reached 24 hours a day at 970-920-5331.
This jail handles booking and processing for everyone arrested in the county on misdemeanor or felony charges. Detained inmates remain in custody until they are bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or held until their trial is complete.
The inmate search tool shows everyone currently in custody here.
Sentences under a year are served at this jail. Sentences over a year are served in the Colorado State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page provides information on searching the official jail roster, directions to the facility, and services like visitation, inmate account funding, mail, phone calls, voicemail, email and texting, tablet rentals, bail bonds, and commissary.
Save the inmate’s jail ID or booking number. It will make mail and other contact much easier. If it’s not online, call Pitkin County Jail at 970-920-5331.
Inmate Services
Phone
970-920-5331Mailing address (personal mail)
Mailing address (legal mail or subscriptions)
Garfield County Jail
107 8th Street
Glenwood Springs, CO 81601
Att. 'Privileged Mail'
Other Jails and Prisons
Looking for someone in the Pitkin County Jail? The official inmate roster lets you search by name and review their charges, bond amount, visiting eligibility, and mugshot. Or call the jail at 970-920-5331 and ask. The Colorado Judicial Branch also publishes dockets for upcoming criminal cases in Pitkin County and every other county.
Pitkin County Jail Inmate Search
For warrants in Pitkin County or anywhere in Colorado, Crimewatch is a useful starting point. For details on a court case involving you, a friend, or a family member, check the official Colorado court dockets. Be aware that Crimewatch doesn’t include warrants from every agency, so no results is not proof that no warrant exists.
Most people charged with a non-capital crime in Pitkin County, as elsewhere in Colorado, are eligible for reasonable bail. For petty crimes and traffic offenses, monetary bail is typically not required. Judges setting bail weigh several factors under Colorado law:
• 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.
An inmate’s bail can be confirmed by calling the Pitkin County Jail at 970-920-5331. A sample Colorado bond schedule shows typical amounts, but each judicial district sets its own schedule. The county accepts cash, surety bonds, and property bonds, or can release an offender on personal recognizance.
The Pitkin County Jail is licensed for 24 inmates at any given time, but it often has to make room for more, especially on weekends. At most city and county jails in Colorado, at least 35-40% of inmates turn over monthly, another 25-30% every 90 days, another 15-20% every six months, and approximately 8-9% stay six to twelve months. Stays longer than twelve months usually mean serious charges like rape or murder. Because those cases take time to prepare for trial, offenders arrested in this county are forced to remain in custody at one of the Pitkin County facilities much longer.
Approximately 1,880 offenders are arrested and detained each year by Pitkin County law enforcement agencies.
For a look at the facility, view our photos of the jail.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessThe 24-bed, red brick Pitkin County Jail, on the corner of E. Main Street and Garlena Street in Aspen, Colorado, is responsible for the housing and care of those who are accused or convicted of committing a misdemeanor or felony in Pitkin County as they wait for their trial or as they serve their sentence, usually less than one year.
The lockup usually maintains a jail population of under 20 inmates, and quite often less. The fact is that Aspen is not known for its crime. For many years, because the jail here was so outdated, offenders arrested in Pitkin County were being housed in Garfield County, but that ended in January 2023 and arrested individuals once again, are being housed here.
If you have questions regarding an inmate or the programs and services provided, the staff can be reached at 970-920-5331, and an online listing of all the detainees is published for your own investigation.
Upon intake, the booking process is completed, which includes a medical screening, fingerprinting and mugshots, DNA sample, along with an assessment to determine security needs, medical needs, mental health requirements, and housing assignment.
Staff is available to transport all inmates to court dates and any medical appointments or emergency needs, as well as inspecting all mail for contraband, receiving commissary funds and other money for inmates, maintaining the safety of the community and the security of the facility, and other tasks.
The Pitkin County Jail also provides several other services to inmates including basic needs in meals, laundry, and hygiene items, and programs including AA, counseling, religious programs, education, recreation, and opportunities to grow social and life skills.
Along with the efforts made by the staff, reduced recidivism is seen when inmates are able to stay in contact and supported by their family or friends who are not incarcerated so mail, phones, and visits are provided.
Visits are in person, and are via video and an account is created online to book and complete visits, allowing both visitors and inmates to schedule a visit. The inmate services at the Pitkin County Jail are equal to any large detention center.
Phone accounts are also registered online, and allow for inmates to make outgoing calls during the daytime and evening hours when they are not participating in a task or program.
Information for money for an inmate’s commissary can be found on our Inmate Money page.
All personal mail is sent to:
Inmate's Full Name & Booking #
Garfield County Jail, Colorado
PO Box 247
Phoenix, MD 21131
Staff will open each piece and look for contraband, which is removed before it is given to the inmate.
Legal mail, money orders, books and newspaper and magazine subscriptions are mailed to:
Inmate's Full Name & Booking #
Garfield County Jail
107 8th Street
Glenwood Springs, CO 81601
Att. 'Privileged Mail'
- Garfield County Jail: 970-920-5331
- Pitkin County Sheriff: 970-920-5300
Steps involved in booking at Pitkin County Jail
After an arrest, the individual is brought to Pitkin County Jail for the booking process. This procedure involves identifying the person, determining charges, and deciding whether they’ll be released on their own recognizance, posted for bail, or held until court.
Remaining silent is highly recommended, as anything said can later be used in court. Wait for legal advice before responding to questions.
The booking process typically involves the following steps at Pitkin County Jail:
- Identification confirmation.
- Photographs (mugshots).
- Answering questions regarding health and criminal background.
- Potential DNA collection.
- Conducting a physical search.
- Seizing personal property.
- Providing a free phone call.
For details on an offender’s bail or bond, call Pitkin County Jail at 970-920-5331.
How to pay bail in Pitkin County for an arrestee
Once an individual is booked at Pitkin County Jail in Aspen, options for their release include:
1. Release without paying bail, with a commitment to appear in court.
2. Continued detention until their court date.
3. Release upon paying a bail or bond. Call 970-920-5331 for the bail amount.
Bail can be paid through various methods.
- Bring the full cash bond to the jail's bonding window or the clerk of court and pay by cash, cashier's check or money order; many jails also take debit or credit cards for a fee through a lobby kiosk or an online bond vendor, and staff will need the inmate's full name and booking number (jail: 970-920-5331).
- A licensed bail bondsman in Pitkin County can assist with the process.
- An owner can often pledge land or a home as bond collateral by proving clear title and equity worth at least the bond, frequently double the bond, with a deed and a recent tax or appraisal value; the court that set bail must approve the property before release.
For more details on the bail process in Pitkin County, Colorado, visit the Pitkin County Jail Bail Page.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the Pitkin County Jail? What is the Schedule?
Pitkin County Jail ON-SITE (at the jail) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE
Pitkin County Jail
530 E Main St Ste 103
Aspen, CO 81611
970-920-5331
Schedule Video Visits online with Inmate Canteen
- On-site Visits are free.
- Visits are 30 minutes.
- Visitation schedule subject to change.
- Inmates are allowed one visit per day however the weekly limit is determined by the inmates classification.
- A maximum of 2 guests are allowed per an on-site video session.
- All visits must be made at least 24 hours in advance.
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | 8:15 am - 10:30 pm |
| MONDAY | 8:15 am - 10:30 pm |
| TUESDAY | 8:15 am - 10:30 pm |
| WEDNESDAY | 8:15 am - 10:30 pm |
| THURSDAY | 8:15 am - 10:30 pm |
| FRIDAY | 8:15 am - 10:30 pm |
| SATURDAY | 8:15 am - 10:30 pm |
Pitkin County Jail REMOTE (at home) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE
Schedule Video Visits online with Inmate Canteen
- All visits must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance.
- Remote visits are charged a fee of $6.95 for a 20 minute visit or $13.90 for a 40-minute visit.
- Visitation Schedule subject to change.
REMOTE VISITATION SCHEDULE
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | 8:15 am - 10:30 pm |
| MONDAY | 8:15 am - 10:30 pm |
| TUESDAY | 8:15 am - 10:30 pm |
| WEDNESDAY | 8:15 am - 10:30 pm |
| THURSDAY | 8:15 am - 10:30 pm |
| FRIDAY | 8:15 am - 10:30 pm |
| SATURDAY | 8:15 am - 10:30 pm |
Attorneys have access to their clients during the following times:
9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Inmates cannot be seen during mealtimes, lockdowns and emergency situations.
- Attorneys may call 970-920-5331 for questions or appointments.
Pitkin County Jail uses the services of Inmate Canteen for Inmate Video Visitations.
For best results use google chrome as your browser for accessing Inmate Canteen.
Instructions on purchasing visitation services with an inmate:
Inmate Canteen Customer Service can be reached at 715-690-2965, or by email at support@inmatecanteen.com.
- Register or Log in to your account
- Select the facility where the inmate is located and the inmate you wish to visit with.
- Select the Visit option.
- Follow the prompts on screen to set up a time to visit with your inmate.
How to Have Remote Video Visits with an Inmate in Pitkin County
To register and sign up for a remote visitation account with Inmate Canteen to communicate with your Pitkin County Jail inmate, follow the instructions below:
- Register and create an account with Inmate Canteen, or log in if you already have an account.
- Inmate Canteen has excellent quality video visits between your home device and a video terminal in the inmate's housing area.
- This is a fee based service.
- After you are signed in, select Colorado, the Pitkin County Jail, thn the inmate you wish to visit.
- Select the Visit option. Follow the prompts on screen to set up a time to visit with your inmate.
- Direct link to How to set up a Video Visit with Inmate Canteen.
For all the information you need to know, including instructions, policies, tips and solutions to possible issues regarding visiting with an inmate (both at the facility and remotely) in Pitkin County, visit our full page guide.
NOTE: All video visits are recorded and stored. Whatever you talk about, can and will be used against your inmate in court. Never discuss their pending criminal case!
Also, be warned that some video visits providers are collecting voice prints for a database which law enforcement agencies are building.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Pitkin County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 970-920-5331 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Pitkin County Jail?
Pitkin County Jail uses the services of Inmate Canteen for Inmate Video Visitations.
For best results use google chrome as your browser for accessing Inmate Canteen.
Instructions on purchasing visitation services with an inmate:
Inmate Canteen Customer Service can be reached at 715-690-2965, or by email at support@inmatecanteen.com.
- Register or Log in to your account
- Select the facility where the inmate is located and the inmate you wish to visit with.
- Select the Visit option.
- Follow the prompts on screen to set up a time to visit with your inmate.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Pitkin County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 970-920-5331 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Pitkin County Jail?
Instructions on purchasing commissary items for an inmate:
NOTE: Pitkin County Jail may only allow online deposits for local commissary purchasing.
1. Register or Log in to your account at Inmate Canteen.
2. Select the facility where the inmate is located and the inmate you wish to purchase commissary items for.
3. Select the "Purchase Items" option.
4. Follow the prompts on screen to purchase items for an inmate.
Inmate Canteen Customer Service can be reached at 715-690-2965, or by email at support@inmatecanteen.com.
How to Send a Carepack Commissary Package Directly to an Inmate in Pitkin County
To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Pitkin County Jail follow these steps:
- Register to create an account, or Log in to your account at Inmate Canteen if you already have one.
- Select Colorado, then Pitkin County Jail, and then the inmate you wish to purchase commissary items for.
- Select the "Purchase Commissary Items" option.
- Follow the prompts on screen to purchase items for an inmate.
- NOTE: Pitkin County Jail may at times only allow online deposits for your inmate to purchase their own commissary locally.
For all information, tips and to see the hundreds of available items for shipping Commissary packages to an inmate in Pitkin County Jail, or to see how deposit money so that your inmate can purchase their own commissary, check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Pitkin County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Pitkin County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 970-920-5331 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Pitkin County Jail?
How Do Inmates in Pitkin County Jail Make Phone Calls?
To receive phone calls from inmates in Pitkin County, or to assist them in making phone calls to other people, follow these steps:
- Pitkin County Jail 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 Pitkin County inmates and their families and friends include: Collect Calling, PIN Debit, Purchasing Calling Cards, Deposits, Messaging & Video Visitation.
For all the information regarding phone calls with Pitkin 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 Pitkin County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 970-920-5331 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the Pitkin 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 Pitkin County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 970-920-5331 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Pitkin County Jail, and what can I purchase?
Pitkin County Jail uses the services of Inmate Canteen for Online Commissary Purchases for an Inmate.
Inmate Canteen Customer Service can be reached at 715-690-2965, or by email at support@inmatecanteen.com.
NOTE: Pitkin County Jail may only allow online deposits for local commissary purchasing.
For best results use google chrome as your browser for accessing Inmate Canteen.
Instructions on purchasing commissary items for an inmate:
- Register or Log in to your account
- Select the facility where the inmate is located and the inmate you wish to purchase commissary items for.
- Select the "Purchase Items" option
- Follow the prompts on screen to purchase items for an inmate.
How to Send a Carepack Commissary Package Directly to an Inmate in Pitkin County
To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Pitkin County Jail follow these steps:
- Register to create an account, or Log in to your account at Inmate Canteen if you already have one.
- Select Colorado, then Pitkin County Jail, and then the inmate you wish to purchase commissary items for.
- Select the "Purchase Commissary Items" option.
- Follow the prompts on screen to purchase items for an inmate.
For all information, tips and to see the hundreds of available items for shipping Commissary packages to an inmate in Pitkin County Jail, or to see how deposit money so that your inmate can purchase their own commissary, check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Pitkin County.
Inmate Canteen Customer Service can be reached at 715-690-2965, or by email at support@inmatecanteen.com.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Pitkin County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 970-920-5331 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Pitkin County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
How to Send a Secure Email Message to an Inmate in Pitkin County
To send a secure email message to an inmate in Pitkin County Jail follow these steps:
- Register with Inmate Canteen to create an account or log in if you already have one.
- Select Colorado, then select Pitkin County Jail, and then the inmate you want to send your message to.
- Add money to your account.
- Verify your email.
- Send message.
- NOTE: All messages between you and your Pitkin County 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 Pitkin County Jail, the costs, rules, policies and more check out our Secure Messaging Guide for Pitkin County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Pitkin County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 970-920-5331 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the Pitkin County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Pitkin County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 970-920-5331 for further assistance.
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