Sandoval County Detention Center

Search for an Inmate in Sandoval County

Sandoval County Detention Center

Sandoval County Detention Center is a 500-bed jail in the city of Bernalillo, Sandoval County, New Mexico. You can contact the facility for inmate information anytime at 505-867-5339.

This jail processes individuals arrested for misdemeanors and felonies. After booking and processing, inmates may be held until they are either bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or remain in custody until their trial is concluded.

The inmate search tool allows you to check the jail's roster and find out who is currently in custody.

Offenders serving less than one year will do their time here, while those sentenced to longer terms will be sent to either the New Mexico State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

This page provides essential information, including the visitation schedule, how to fund an inmate's account, send mail, receive phone calls, voicemail, email and texting, tablet rentals, bail bonds, and commissary purchases.

Remember to save the inmate's jail ID or booking number for any communication needs. If you cannot locate it online, call Sandoval County Detention Center at 505-867-5339 for assistance.

Phone: 505-867-5339

Physical Address:
1100 Montoya Road
Bernalillo, NM 87004

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate #
Sandoval County Detention Center
1100 Montoya Road
Bernalillo, NM 87004

Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate #
Sandoval County Detention Center
1100 Montoya Road
Bernalillo, NM 87004

Other Jails and Prisons

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

To search for an inmate in the Sandoval 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 505-867-5339 for the information you are looking for. You can also lookup an offender's Criminal Court Case online for Sandoval County or any other county in New Mexico.

Sandoval County Detention Center Inmate Search

The Sandoval County Detention Center maintains an average of 500 offenders in custody on any given day. The Sandoval County Detention Center 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 Sandoval County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 10,000 offenders.

The following charts of Sandoval 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 Sandoval County Corrections Department, the state of New Mexico Department of Corrections, as well as the United States Department of Justice and Census Bureau records. It represents every person in custody in Sandoval 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 Sandoval 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 Sandoval County Detention Center

Located in Bernalillo, New Mexico, the Sandoval County Detention Center is the main holding and housing facility for all newly arrested offenders as well as those who are serving their sentence within the county. It also houses inmates from other counties and from ICE and the US Marshals Office. The facility houses up to 500 inmates and covers 50,000 square feet. The average daily population is much less, but they are prepared for future growth in the county. Unlike most jails that wait until they are overcrowded before they even discuss expanding, Sandoval County did the opposite... build it and they will come. 

In 2018 there were several upgrades and renovations costing over $6 million, including a new camera system, body scanner, and general improvements including better fencing and new paint throughout as well as upgrades to the operational systems. They had no choice because inmates kept escaping.


The Sandoval County Detention Center is located at 1100 Montoyo Road in Bernalillo, NM 87004. You can call them 24 hours a day at 505-867-5339. You can look up inmates online using the Sandoval County Jail Roster to see an inmate's criminal charges, inmate number, housing location and cell number. 

Mail can be received every day and is processed and passed to the inmates quickly, however the jail uses a digital service to avoid contraband entering the facility. Friends and family of inmates in the Sandoval County Detention Center can arrange to visit inmates by video, both at the jail and remotely from home. Friends and family can also communicate using an online text/email system, send them money and buy them commissary online, and set up a phone account that allows the inmates to call them during the day and evening seven days a week.

All the information on these inmate services can be found in the sections below.  If you still have questions, you can phone the jail 24 hours a day by calling 505-867-5339.

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

What should you know about the booking process at Sandoval County Detention Center?

Once arrested, the person is taken to Sandoval County Detention Center for booking, a process that confirms identity, assesses charges, and determines if they will be released on their own recognizance, posted for bail, or held until court.

Staying silent is key during this process, as anything spoken can be used as evidence in court. It’s best to wait for legal counsel before responding to questions.

Steps involved in booking at Sandoval County Detention Center include:

  • Confirming identity.
  • Taking mugshots for record.
  • Medical, mental health, and substance history questioning.
  • DNA collection if applicable.
  • Comprehensive physical search.
  • Seizing personal property.
  • Access to a free phone call.

Booking can range from an hour to 48 hours depending on the circumstances. To check on an offender’s bond amount, contact Sandoval County Detention Center at 505-867-5339.

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Directions / Map to the Sandoval County Detention Center
Inmate Bail and Bonding

Steps to pay bail in Sandoval County

After an arrest, individuals are brought to Sandoval County Detention Center in Bernalillo for processing. Following this, three possible outcomes exist:

1. The individual may be released without posting bail, with a promise to appear in court.
2. The individual could be held in jail until their court date.
3. Bail or bond can be posted for release; for more information, contact 505-867-5339.

Bail payment can be handled through various means.

  • Payment methods include cash, credit cards, and money orders.
  • Licensed bail bond agents in Sandoval County are available for assistance.
  • Property within the county can be offered as collateral for bail.

To learn more about the bail process in Sandoval County, New Mexico, visit the Sandoval County Detention Center Bail Page.

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Inmate Visitation

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

Sandoval County Detention Center Inmate Visitation Schedule

1100 Montoya Road
Bernalillo, NM 87004
505-867-5339

  • First, you must register an account with jailatm, then add Sandoval County Detention Center, then your inmate.
  • Second, you can choose a time to visit.
  • Offsite Video Visits can be done on Android, IOS (Apple) or Windows devices.
  • All visits must be scheduled 24 hours prior to the appointment or up to 1 weeks in advance.
  • CHECK-IN: 10 minutes prior to scheduled visit.
  • Valid picture identification (e.g., driver’s license, State I.D., or Military I.D.) is required at Check-In.
  • Visitors under the age of 17 must be listed as an additional visitor and accompanied and supervised by an authorized visitor over the age of 18.
  • If a visitor loses internet connection during an offsite video visitation session, no refund will be issued.

ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

DAY TIME
SUNDAY 10:00AM - 7:30PM
MONDAY 10:00AM - 7:30PM
TUESDAY 10:00AM - 7:30PM
WEDNESDAY 10:00AM - 7:30PM
THURSDAY 10:00AM - 7:30PM
FRIDAY 10:00AM - 7:30PM
SATURDAY 10:00AM - 7:30PM


REMOTE VISITATION SCHEDULE

DAY TIMES
SUNDAY 7:30AM - 11:30AM
1:00PM - 4:45PM
6:00PM - 9:00PM
MONDAY 7:30AM - 11:30AM
1:00PM - 4:45PM
6:00PM - 9:00PM
TUESDAY 7:30AM - 11:30AM
1:00PM - 4:45PM
6:00PM - 9:00PM
WEDNESDAY 7:30AM - 11:30AM
1:00PM - 4:45PM
6:00PM - 9:00PM
THURSDAY 7:30AM - 11:30AM
1:00PM - 4:45PM
6:00PM - 9:00PM
FRIDAY 7:30AM - 11:30AM
1:00PM - 4:45PM
6:00PM - 9:00PM
SATURDAY 7:30AM - 11:30AM
1:00PM - 4:45PM
6:00PM - 9:00PM

Register for Remote Video Visitation with your inmate at the Sandoval County Detention Center by going here.


Once you register, choose the option for 'Video Calls' or Video Visists and you will be prompted for the information required, which will include copies of your state issued ID and more. 
For help with signing up and using the inmate visitation app, go here to get your questions answered.
Note: While JailATM also offers the following inmate services, Sandoval 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.
You Can Send Money
Sandoval County Detention Center may have an agreement with JailATM so that you can deposit money online or using the kiosk in the jail lobby.
You Can Send Gift Packs
Sandoval County Detention Center may have 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.

You Can Email Inmate
Sandoval County Detention Center may have an agreement with JailATM which handles secure messaging between you and your inmate. Check the JailATM website to see if they allow emailing your inmate.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Sandoval County Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 505-867-5339 for further assistance.

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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 Sandoval County Detention Center?

Register for Remote Video Visitation with your inmate at the Sandoval County Detention Center by going here.


Once you register, choose the option for 'Video Calls' or Video Visits and you will be prompted for the information required, which will include copies of your state issued ID and more. 
For help with signing up and using the inmate visitation app, go here to get your questions answered.
Note: While JailATM also offers the following inmate services, Sandoval 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.
You Can Send Money
Sandoval County Detention Center may have an agreement with JailATM so that you can deposit money online or using the kiosk in the jail lobby.
You Can Send Gift Packs
Sandoval County Detention Center may have 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.

You Can Email Inmate
Sandoval County Detention Center may have an agreement with JailATM which handles secure messaging between you and your inmate. Check the JailATM website to see if they allow emailing your inmate.

Customer Support: 877-810-0914.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Sandoval County Detention Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 505-867-5339 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

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

Depositing Money in an Inmate's Commissary Account at Sandoval County Detention Center

Whatever cash the inmate has on their person when booked into the facility will automatically deposited and credited to their account. When released any money left in the account will be returned to them in the form of a check from the Sheriff's Department or the Sandoval County Detention Center Trust Account. There may be circumstances where the inmate can give permission to have his money released to a family member or friend.

Option 1 - Dropping Money at the Jail

  • Bring money to the jail in person. 
  • The jail personnel will process the Inmate Account payment. Cash or Money Order only.

Option 2 - 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.
  • Never send cash. Always send a Money Order or Cashier's Check from the US Post Office, a reputable bank or Western Union.
  • Make the Money Order out to the inmate and put their Inmate ID# in memo section of the Money Order.

Mail to the Jail.
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate #
Sandoval County Detention Center
1100 Montoya Road
Bernalillo, NM 87004

Failure to do this properly will delay your inmate getting their account credited and may require you to have to resubmit a second money order.
Call 505-867-5339 to ask any questions about this.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Sandoval County Detention Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 505-867-5339 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

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

How Do Inmates in Sandoval County Detention Center Make Phone Calls?

To receive phone calls from inmates in Sandoval County, or to assist them in making phone calls to other people, follow these steps:

  • Sandoval County Detention Center uses the services of IC Solutions.
  • Register with them online or call them at 888-506-8407
  • Agents are available 24 hours a day, and speak both English & Spanish.
  • Services for Sandoval County inmates and their families and friends include Collect Calling, PIN Debits, Purchasing Calling Cards, Voicemail & Prepaid calls.  In addition, IC Solutions provides secure messaging, sending photos, video phone calls and online deposits for inmates and their families in Sandoval County.
  • Although rates are subject to change, they generally run about $0.21 per minute for phone calls.

Note: All your calls with an inmate are recorded, stored and shared with law enforcement if the conversation deals with your case or any criminal activity. Anything communicated can be used against you or your inmate in court.

For all the information regarding phone calls with Sandoval 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 Sandoval County Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 505-867-5339 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

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

Sandoval County Detention Center Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Sandoval County Detention Center 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 Sandoval 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:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate #
Sandoval County Detention Center
1100 Montoya Road
Bernalillo, NM 87004



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate #
Sandoval County Detention Center
1100 Montoya Road
Bernalillo, NM 87004



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 Sandoval County Detention Center 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 Sandoval County Detention Center 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 #
Sandoval County Detention Center
1100 Montoya Road
Bernalillo, NM 87004

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

For inmates receiving mail in the Sandoval 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 Sandoval County Detention Center:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate #
Sandoval County Detention Center
1100 Montoya Road
Bernalillo, NM 87004


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 Sandoval County Detention Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 505-867-5339 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

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

Depositing Money in an Inmate's Commissary Account at Sandoval County Detention Center

Whatever cash the inmate has on their person when booked into the facility will automatically deposited and credited to their account. When released any money left in the account will be returned to them in the form of a check from the Sheriff's Department or the Sandoval County Detention Center Trust Account. There may be circumstances where the inmate can give permission to have his money released to a family member or friend.

Option 1 - Dropping Money at the Jail

  • Bring money to the jail in person. 
  • The jail personnel will process the Inmate Account payment. Cash or Money Order only.

Option 2 - 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.
  • Never send cash. Always send a Money Order or Cashier's Check from the US Post Office, a reputable bank or Western Union.
  • Make the Money Order out to the inmate and put their Inmate ID# in memo section of the Money Order.

Mail to the Jail.
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate #
Sandoval County Detention Center
1100 Montoya Road
Bernalillo, NM 87004

Failure to do this properly will delay your inmate getting their account credited and may require you to have to resubmit a second money order.
Call 505-867-5339 to ask any questions about this.

Sandoval County Detention Center Inmate Commissary Online Purchases

You can order an inmate commissary or a gift package of snacks and hygiene products online and have them shipped directly to the facility by ordering from MyCarePack.com.

You can learn more about commissary purchases, including what you can purchase, how much it costs, how to deposit money and more on our inmate money and commissary page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Sandoval County Detention Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 505-867-5339 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

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

How to Email an Inmate at Sandoval County Detention Center

Using Jail ATM Digital Messaging with an Inmate at Sandoval County Detention Center - Sending and Receiving Messages.



How It Works:

Once you sign up with Jail ATM instant Messaging you can you can send texts from the cell phone associated with the mobile number you provided at sign-up, and receive text messages from the inmate on the same cell phone. You can only use the phone number you signed up with or it won't work.

To learn more about this email service, check out our full instructions, including fees at our emailing and texting page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Sandoval County Detention Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 505-867-5339 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

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

Sandoval County Detention Center now offers Jail ATM Tablet Rentals to their inmates.


Jail ATM is the same company that handles inmate money deposits and other services. Inmates can use their commissary accounty to order these.

The tablets can be rented on a daily basis and while not directly connected to the internet, the inmates can use them for many activities.

All inmates receive some free time on the tablets each day. Purchasing a Gold Pass allows inmates access to the tablet for an extended period of time without interruption. The current fee for a 24-hour rental is $4.99, however Sandoval County Detention Center may have a monthly rental plan. The tablet should last 5-7 hours on a single charge. An inmate with a Gold Pass, may return the discharged tablet and take another one provided there is still time remaining on the Gold Pass.

Tablet Services:

  • Games – Play tested and approved games.
  • Radio – Stream approved radio stations.
  • Law Library – If your facility has online access to a law library, this can be displayed on the tablet for easy access by the inmates.
  • Library – A large listing of books is found in the online library.
  • Secure Browser – Sites included are up to the discretion of the facility and include options in categories such as Education, Music, Video, Sports, News, as well as Religious and Spiritual sites. Keyboard function is disabled to prevent unauthorized communication via dialogue or comment fields.
  • Email and Messaging – For less than the price of a stamp, inmates can send and receive secure email from friends and family. All messages are archived for future reference and key words may be flagged for investigation.
  • Video Calling 

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Sandoval County Detention Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 505-867-5339 for further assistance.

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Other Jails Nearby

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

Sandoval Los Alamos Rio Arriba San Juan McKinley Bernalillo Cibola Santa Fe
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Search for an Inmate in Sandoval County

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

The Sandoval County Detention Center serves the following cities and towns of Sandoval County: Bernalillo, Corrales, Cuba, Jemez Pueblo, Jemez Springs, Placitas, Rio Rancho and Zia Pueblo.