Lea County Detention Center

Lea County Detention Center Inmate Services Information

Phone: 575-396-8694

Physical Address:
1401 S. Commercial
Lovington, NM 88260

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Detainee Name LCDC #
1401 S. Commercial Street
Lovington, NM 88260

Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Detainee Name LCDC #
1401 S. Commercial Street
Lovington, NM 88260

How Do You Find Someone in the Lea County Detention Center?

To search for an inmate in the Lea County Detention Center, 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 575-396-8694 for the information you are looking for.

Lea County Detention Center Inmate Search

Lea County maintains an average of 1,632 inmates in custody on any given day (in all jails combined). The jails have a weekly turnover of 55% of their population. Every year Lea County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 32,640 offenders.

The following charts of Lea County inmate population demographics are updated daily. The information shown is for 6/10/2023. For research purposes we have broken down the inmates by sex, age, ethnicity, and criminal charges.

The information is compiled from Lea County, the state of New Mexico, as well as the United States Department of Justice and Census Bureau records.

For complete information on how to bond, visit, mail, send and receive email, receive phone calls, send money or commissary to an inmate, find information in this and other counties, and view the Most Wanted Fugitives, scroll down this page.

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

Lea County Inmate Race & Ethnicity - 6/10/2023

Race Inmates % Total
White 455 35.22%
Black 85 6.58%
Hispanic or Latino 599 46.36%
American Indian/Native Alaskan 41 3.17%
Asian 42 3.25%
Pacific Islander/Native Hawaiian 33 2.55%
Other 37 2.86%
Total 1,292 100.0%
Demographic, Crime and Inmate data is compiled from public reports provided by the Lea County Sheriff’s Department, New Mexico Corrections, United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Census Bureau.

Lea County Inmate Criminal Charges - 6/10/2023

(many inmates have multiple charges)

Charge Inmates % Total
Felony (3rd Degree) 314 24.30%
Felony (2rd Degree) 351 27.17%
Felony (1st Degree) 38 2.94%
State Jail Felony 121 9.37%
Felony (Uncategorized) 301 23.30%
Misdemeanor (Class A) 167 12.93%
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 Lea County Sheriff’s Department, New Mexico Corrections, United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Census Bureau.

Lea County Inmate Sex - 6/10/2023

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 1,144 88.54%
Female 148 11.46%
Total 1,292 100.0%
Demographic, Crime and Inmate data is compiled from public reports provided by the Lea County Sheriff’s Department, New Mexico Corrections, United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Census Bureau.

Lea County Inmate Age - 6/10/2023

Age Inmates % Total
Under 18 17 1.32%
18-20 83 6.42%
21-24 117 9.06%
25-30 196 15.17%
31-35 192 14.86%
36-40 254 19.66%
41-45 166 12.85%
46-50 110 8.51%
51-55 57 4.41%
56-60 54 4.18%
61-65 22 1.70%
66-75 19 1.47%
76-85 5 0.39%
Total 1,292 100.0%
Demographic, Crime and Inmate data is compiled from public reports provided by the Lea County Sheriff’s Department, New Mexico Corrections, United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Census Bureau.
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About the Lea County Detention Center
With a top capacity of 432 inmates, the large detention facility is located at 1201 S Commercial in Lovington, New Mexico. Both adult and juvenile offenders are housed in this location, and they are housed in separate housing units throughout the facility. Not only are locally arrested individuals from the sheriff’s office housed here, but also federal prisoners, and detainees from the US Marshal Service. Each inmate is cared for equally and respectfully, and the main goal of staff is to provide a safe and secure environment for rehabilitation and personal growth during incarceration. There are opportunities for phone calls to family and friends, visits during approved days, and the ability to purchase needed clothing and food items from the commissary. Inmates who are placed on restriction will not be permitted to use phones and accept visits and will be confined in segregation for all but 2 hours of each day. This is used as a way to reward good behavior and to keep those who need protection or separation for other reasons to be separated from the general population. To provide inmates with the opportunity to purchase items from the commissary or to access phone calls, there is a kiosk in the lobby that is very similar to an ATM that will allow loved ones to deposit money, or it can be accessed at accesscorrections.com. Both GED and ESL classes are provided, along with regular haircuts, access to showers daily, and visits are provided through videvisitanywhere.com, and are available each day of the week between 7am and 7pm. By applying and becoming a Detainee Worker, one can earn additional visiting time, commissary items, and other benefits.
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Inmate Visitation

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

Lea County Detention Center ON-SITE (at the jail) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE
1401 S. Commercial
Lovington, NM 88260
575-396-8694

  • On-site Visits are free
  • A maximum of 2 guests are allowed per an On-site video session. A 3rd guest is allowed if it is a child and no more than 6 years old.
  • All visits must be made at least 24 hours in advance.
DAY TIME
SUNDAY 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
MONDAY 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
TUESDAY 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
WEDNESDAY 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
THURSDAY 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
FRIDAY 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
SATURDAY 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Lea County Detention Center REMOTE (at home) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

  • Remote Visits cost $12.99 for a 20 minute visit, and $25.98 for a 40 minute visit.
  • All visits must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance.
DAY TIME
SUNDAY 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
MONDAY 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
TUESDAY 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
WEDNESDAY 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
THURSDAY 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
FRIDAY 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
SATURDAY 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

In addition to normal at-the-jail visits, Lea County Detention Center uses Securus Video Connect for Remote Inmate Video Visitation. 

Video Visitation allows 'approved' friends, family members, attorneys and clergy of an inmate to connect with them using their computer, Securus Video Visitation app, or ‘on-site’ kiosk. 

Steps:
Register and/or log in.
Select the facility of your inmate.
Review the days, available hours and the cost of remote and on-site visits.
Schedule your visit.

What is the Cost of a Remote Video Visit?
Costs vary and are subject to change, but generally visits range from $5.00 to 15.00 for a 15 to 30 minute online or on-site video visit.

How do you know if your Inmate will be available during the time you schedule?
The Securus system knows the times that Lea County Detention Center inmates are available for remote video visits.
It will not allow you to schedule a visit with your inmate if they are not available or the video visitation kiosk(s) in the jail are booked already.
Once you schedule a visit with your inmate they will be notified of the date and time of the visit.

Important Tips:
Your entire visit is being monitored and recorded. Do not say or do anything that you would not want being replayed in court.
You should schedule your visit, in advance, at a time that works best for you.
For best sound quality, use earbuds or headsets.

Quick & Easy Access to Important Information & Help:
Phone: 972-734-1111 or 877-578-3658
Video Tutorial on Registering for Securus Video Visits.
Frequently Asked Questions.
Lea County Detention Center Pricing.
Securus Contact Information.
iphone app
Android app

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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 Lea County Detention Center?

Lea County Detention Center ON-SITE (at the jail) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE
1401 S. Commercial
Lovington, NM 88260
575-396-8694

  • On-site Visits are free
  • A maximum of 2 guests are allowed per an On-site video session. A 3rd guest is allowed if it is a child and no more than 6 years old.
  • All visits must be made at least 24 hours in advance.
DAY TIME
SUNDAY 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
MONDAY 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
TUESDAY 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
WEDNESDAY 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
THURSDAY 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
FRIDAY 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
SATURDAY 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Lea County Detention Center REMOTE (at home) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

  • Remote Visits cost $12.99 for a 20 minute visit, and $25.98 for a 40 minute visit.
  • All visits must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance.
DAY TIME
SUNDAY 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
MONDAY 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
TUESDAY 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
WEDNESDAY 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
THURSDAY 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
FRIDAY 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
SATURDAY 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Inmate Money Accounts

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

There are multiple ways to add money to an inmate's account at Lea County Detention Center, 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 Lea County

To send commissary money to an inmate in Lea County Detention Center follow these steps:

  • Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
  • Select New Mexico, then select Lea County Detention Center, 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 Lea County Detention Center.

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Inmate Phone Contact

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

How an Inmate Makes a Phone Call to You or Others from Lea County Detention Center

To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Lea County do the following:

1. Enroll in an account with Securus Technologies.

2. Choose one of three account types, Securus Debit, Advance Connect or Direct Bill.
3. Choose [facility_name_1}, then connect with your inmate.
4. If you have any questions, call Securus: 972-734-1111 or 800-844-6591.

To find out fees, how to's, calling times, limits on phone calls and other systems Securus has do that you can communicate with your Lea County inmate, check out our Inmate Phone Page.
NOTE: All of your inmate's phone calls are recorded and stored. It is advised not to discuss their pending case.

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Inmate Commissary

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

Lea County Detention Center 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 New Mexico.
3. Select Lea County Detention Center.
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 Lea County Detention Center staff. They will not honor reports of discrepancies from inmate's families or friends.
My CarePack is the Lea County Detention Center'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 Money to an Inmate in Lea County

To send commissary money to an inmate in Lea County Detention Center follow these steps:

  • Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
  • Select New Mexico, then select Lea County Detention Center, 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 Lea County Detention Center.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

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

Lea County Detention Center 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 Lea County Detention Center.
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.    Lea County Detention Center 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 Lea County

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

  • Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
  • Select New Mexico, then select Lea County Detention Center, 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 Lea County Detention Center check out our Secure Messaging Guide for Lea County.

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Other Jails in Lea County

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

Lea County County Jails
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Other Jails Nearby

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

Lea Eddy Roosevelt Chaves Cochran Yoakum Gaines Andrews Winkler Loving
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Most Wanted Fugitives

Do you have a list of Arrest Warrants, and the Most Wanted Criminals in Lea County, the state of New Mexico and the United States?

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Lea County Inmate Race & Ethnicity - 6/10/2023

Race Inmates % Total
White 455 35.22%
Black 85 6.58%
Hispanic or Latino 599 46.36%
American Indian/Native Alaskan 41 3.17%
Asian 42 3.25%
Pacific Islander/Native Hawaiian 33 2.55%
Other 37 2.86%
Total 1,292 100.0%
Demographic, Crime and Inmate data is compiled from public reports provided by the Lea County Sheriff’s Department, New Mexico Corrections, United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Census Bureau.

Lea County Inmate Criminal Charges - 6/10/2023

(many inmates have multiple charges)

Charge Inmates % Total
Felony (3rd Degree) 314 24.30%
Felony (2rd Degree) 351 27.17%
Felony (1st Degree) 38 2.94%
State Jail Felony 121 9.37%
Felony (Uncategorized) 301 23.30%
Misdemeanor (Class A) 167 12.93%
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 Lea County Sheriff’s Department, New Mexico Corrections, United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Census Bureau.

Lea County Inmate Sex - 6/10/2023

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 1,144 88.54%
Female 148 11.46%
Total 1,292 100.0%
Demographic, Crime and Inmate data is compiled from public reports provided by the Lea County Sheriff’s Department, New Mexico Corrections, United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Census Bureau.

Lea County Inmate Age - 6/10/2023

Age Inmates % Total
Under 18 17 1.32%
18-20 83 6.42%
21-24 117 9.06%
25-30 196 15.17%
31-35 192 14.86%
36-40 254 19.66%
41-45 166 12.85%
46-50 110 8.51%
51-55 57 4.41%
56-60 54 4.18%
61-65 22 1.70%
66-75 19 1.47%
76-85 5 0.39%
Total 1,292 100.0%
Demographic, Crime and Inmate data is compiled from public reports provided by the Lea County Sheriff’s Department, New Mexico Corrections, United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Census Bureau.

This facility, known as "Lea County Detention Center" is also known as Lea County Jail & Detention Center , Lea County Jail & Detention Center , New Mexico, Lea.