Saguache County Jail

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Saguache County Jail

SAGUACHE COUNTY JAIL IS CLOSED.  THEY NOW HOUSE INMATES IN RIO GRANDE COUNTY JAIL. To locate an inmate from Saguache County, contact the Rio Grande Jail at: 719-657-4000.

You can also use the inmate search tool to see this facility's roster of those who have been arrested and are still in custody.

Those who are found guilty and sentenced to a term of less than one year, will do their time in this county. Those sentenced to longer terms will be sent to either the Colorado State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

This page provides information on how to search for an inmate in the official jail roster, or by calling the facility at 719-657-4000, 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.

It's always a good idea to find out and save the inmate's jail ID number or booking number as you may need this for sending mail or other communication needs. If you can't locate it online, you can call the Saguache County Jail at 719-657-4000 to get it.

Phone: 719-657-4000

Physical Address:
Rio Grande County Jail
640 Cherry Street
Del Norte , CO 81132

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Rio Grande County Jail
640 Cherry Street
Del Norte, CO. 81132

Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Rio Grande County Jail
640 Cherry Street
Del Norte, CO. 81132

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How Do You Find Someone in the Saguache County Jail?

To search for an inmate in the Saguache County Jail, 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 719-657-4000 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up the court dockets (schedules) for upcoming criminal court cases in Saguache County and every other county in Colorado.

Saguache County Jail Inmate Search

The Saguache County Jail maintains an average of offenders in custody on any given day. The Saguache County Jail 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 Saguache County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 800 offenders.

The following charts of Saguache 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 Saguache 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 Saguache 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 Saguache 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 Saguache County Jail
SAGUACHE COUNTY JAIL IS CLOSED.  THEY NOW HOUSE INMATES IN RIO GRANDE COUNTY JAIL. To locate an inmate from Saguache County, contact the Rio Grande Jail at: 719-657-4000.
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Recent Bookings & Arrests

Booking process details at Saguache County Jail

When someone is arrested, they are taken to Saguache County Jail for booking. This process involves verifying identity, assessing charges, and determining whether the person will be released on bail or detained.

It's crucial to remain silent during this process, as any statements could be used in court. Legal counsel should be consulted before making any comments about the arrest.

The booking process at Saguache County Jail typically involves the following steps:

  • Identifying the individual.
  • Taking a mugshot.
  • Health assessments and questions about criminal background.
  • DNA collection if applicable.
  • Conducting a full-body search.
  • Confiscating personal property.
  • Allowing a phone call.

Booking times can range from one hour to 48 hours. For details on posting bond for an arrestee, call the facility at 719-657-4000.

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Directions / Map to the Saguache County Jail
Inmate Bail and Bonding

How to post bail for a loved one in Saguache County

Once booked at Saguache County Jail in Del Norte , 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 719-657-4000.

Several payment methods are available for bail.

  • Bail can be paid in cash, by credit card, or with a money order.
  • Licensed bail bondsmen in Saguache County can assist with the process.
  • Property within the county can also be used to pay bail.

For more details on the bail process in Saguache County, Colorado, visit the Saguache County Jail Bail Information Page.

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Mailing an Inmate

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

Saguache County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Saguache County Jail 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 Saguache County Jail 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:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Rio Grande County Jail
640 Cherry Street
Del Norte, CO. 81132



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Rio Grande County Jail
640 Cherry Street
Del Norte, CO. 81132



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 Saguache County Jail 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 Saguache County Jail 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:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Rio Grande County Jail
640 Cherry Street
Del Norte, CO. 81132

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Saguache 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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Other Jails in Saguache County

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

Saguache County County Jails
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Other Jails Nearby

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

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Search for an Inmate in Saguache County

This facility, known as "Saguache County Jail" is also known as Saguache County Jail , Saguache County Jail , Colorado, Saguache.

The Saguache County Jail serves the following cities and towns of Saguache County: Center, Moffat and Saguache.