Clear Creek County Jail Inmate Bail & Bonds

Clear Creek County Jail

Address:
405 Argentine Street
Georgetown, CO 80444

Phone:

303-679-2395

The Clear Creek County Jail accepts bonds 24 hours a day, 7 days a week including holidays. They only accept cash, credit card and or surety bonds. They do not allow property bonds. A surety bond is done through a bondsman and you should contact them first, prior to coming to the jail.

Cash bonds are the full amount of the bond as set by the court, plus a ten-dollar bonding fee. Inmates are also charged a $30 processing fee that must be paid prior to release. In other words, add $40 to the amount of the bond.

Credit Card bonds are the full amount of the bond as set by the court, plus a ten-dollar bonding fee. Inmates are also charged a $30 processing fee that must be paid prior to release. In other words, add $40 to the amount of the bond. The Jpay Kiosk located in the Sheriff’s Office Lobby can only accept credit card bond deposits up to $999.00.  If the inmates bond is higher than $999.00, you will need to make up the difference with cash, or, call 1-(877) 392-2455, or go online to www.govpaynow.com to make up the difference, or pay the full amount.  Jpay Pay Location Code (PLC) # = A003OL.

In Person
Cash and credit card bonds can be accepted in person at the facility. We will accept cash, certified checks, cashier’s checks and money orders. Credit Card (Visa, MasterCard American Express and Discover) bonds of up to $999.00 may be deposited into the Jpay Kiosk located in the Sheriff's Office Lobby.  If the inmates bond is higher than $999.00, you will need to make up the difference with cash, or call 1-(877) 392-2455, or go online to www.govpaynow.com to make up the difference, or pay the full amount.  No personal checks will be accepted.
 
Online / Phone
Credit card (Visa, MasterCard, American Express and Discover) bonds can be deposited into an inmate's account via the Phone, by calling 1-(877) 392-2455, or via the Internet, by going to www.govpaynow.com.  Jpay Pay Location Code (PLC) # = A003OL. After successful completion of your online transaction, funds are made available to the inmate.

Who do I call to find out the Bond for an Inmate?

Please call the jail at 303-679-2395 for the type of bond and any information that is required for a particular individual at Clear Creek County Jail.
A bond is set according to a court-approved schedule.
The purpose of the bond is to assure the offender's appearance in court.

Bail Bond Laws of Colorado

Effective January 1, 2022

1. Bond fees, booking fees, and other fees or debts never need to be paid to secure a person’s release on money bond. A payor need only pay the bond amount in order to secure release.

2. While never a basis to hold a defendant in jail, the following fees are chargeable as a debt to the defendant after release if the payor chooses not to pay the fees at the time of bonding: a $10 bond fee and a maximum 3.5% credit card payment fee. No other bond-related fees may be charged at any time, including any kiosk fees or fees for payment by cash, check, or money order.

3. Bond payments are to be made out to the holding county and are never to be made out in the name of the incarcerated person.

4. A sheriff must release a defendant within six hours after a personal recognizance bond is set and the defendant has returned to jail or within six hours after a cash bond has been set and the defendant has returned to jail and the defendant or surety notified the jail that bond is prepared to be posted, unless extraordinary circumstances exist. In the event of a delay of more than six hours, a surety and the defendant have a right to know what, if any, extraordinary circumstance is causing the delay. Supervisory conditions of release do not justify a delay in release; except that a sheriff may hold a defendant for up to 24 hours if necessary to ensure a defendant is fitted with required electronic monitoring.

5. Anyone who posts a money bond has the right to receive a copy of the bond paperwork, including documentation of the next upcoming court date.

6. A surety may never be asked to use posted bond money to pay a defendant’s debts. Only when defendants have posted their own money bond may they be asked if they would like to voluntarily relinquish bond money to pay their debts. Relinquishment of bond money by a defendant to pay a debt is never required and is entirely a voluntary choice by the defendant.

Instructions on how to post Bail or Bond in Clear Creek County

Because Clear Creek County and Colorado can change their bail bond procedures, it is always best to call either the Clear Creek County Jail at 303-679-2395, or the court in the jurisdiction (i.e. Municipal Court, District Court, etc.) where the offender was charged, right after an arrestee has been booked. 

Ask the staff at the Clear Creek County Jail or the Clear Creek County Court Clerk these specific questions:

  1. Is the defendant eligible for bail or a bond?
  2. How much will the bail or bond be, and what are the additional fees?
  3. Where do I go to pay it?
  4. Are there any days or times of the day or night when I cannot post bail?
  5. What types of payment are allowed? Cash? Money order? Credit card? What types of credit cards? Property or other collateral? Surety bonds?
  6. Do I have to use a bail or bond agent?

If you feel the bail is too high and you wish to get it reduced, contact a lawyer or the defendant's public defender and get them to look into what they can do to get a bail reduction. The sooner you get working on this the quicker you will get your loved one released. 

This entire process will go smoother and faster with a criminal attorney or bail agent handling it for you.

Option 1 - How to Post Bail using Cash for a Defendant at Clear Creek County Jail

The first option, a cash bond, is to pay the full bail amount in cash, cashier's check, or money order. Personal Checks are not accepted.

Depending on the crime, this amount could be anywhere from $100 to $75,000 or more.

To pay a cash bond, go to Clear Creek County Jail or to the court where the bail hearing occurred. Going directly to the jail will quicken the release of the defendant as any bail paperwork processed at the court will have to be transferred to the jail.

Cashier's Checks and Money Orders may be made out to Clear Creek County Jail where the defendant is being held, but usually to the Clear Creek County Sheriff's Office or to the Clear Creek County Court.

To purchase money orders visit any Western Union, Moneygram or Post Office.

Option 2 - How to Post a Private or Surety Bond for a Defendant at Clear Creek County Jail

In the event that someone does not have the full bond amount available to him or her, there is what is called a private bond or surety bond.

This is an agreement made with a bail agent or bondsman who will post the full bail amount. In return, the defendant and/or cosigner will pay a premium to the bail agent. This premium will be 10-15% of the full bail amount.



For example, if bail is posted at $5,000, then the premium will cost approximately $500-$750.

A bail agent will often require some form of collateral, for example, a lien on a house, a car or jewelry. This is to ensure that if the defendant skips bail, or does not appear in court, the bail agent has some sort of compensation for the full bail amount being paid.

Remember, by making an agreement with a bail agent the signatory takes responsibility for paying the full bail amount if the defendant does not appear in court.

Option 3 - How to Post a Property Bond for a Defendant at Clear Creek County Jail

If you are a landowner in Clear Creek County you may be able to post a property bond. Property within Clear Creek County may be used as collateral to bail someone out. All owners of the property must be present to sign the bond in order for this to happen.

To find if property located outside of Clear Creek County can be used as collateral, call a local bail or bond agent or contact a defense lawyer.

Click here for additional information on how to post bail at Clear Creek County Jail.

Who can post Bail or Bond for a Defendant at Clear Creek County Jail?

Anyone over the age of 18 who can produce a valid government-issued photo ID can post bail. Accepted forms of ID include a Photo Driver's License, Passport, or Motor Vehicle issued ID.

In many circumstances, if the defendant has the resources, they can post their own cash bail from jail.

Surety Bonds are arranged by a third party, typically a Colorado state licensed Bail Bond firm.

Juveniles may only be bailed or bonded out of custody by a parent or legal guardian.

Clear Creek County Justice System Flowchart

When will the Cash Bail or Collateral be returned to me?

Money or collateral will not be returned until the defendant's court case is finished, so realistically it could take several months to years, depending on the severity of the charges. If a defendant posts his or her own bail, Clear Creek County Court may retain whatever amount of fines or fees have accumulated throughout the trial.

What happens to my Bail or Collateral if the Defendant misses Court?

The Clear Creek County Judge may order a failure to appear warrant for the person's arrest or the Judge may order a Bail Commissioner's Letter be issued that will be sent to the person with a new court date.

If cash bail was paid, the entire amount may be forfeited.

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

To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Clear Creek 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 Clear Creek 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.
  • Maximum spend is $125.00.

For all information, tips and to see the hundreds of available items for shipping Commissary packages to an inmate in Clear Creek County Jail, or to see how deposit money so that your inmate can purchase their own commissary, check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Clear Creek County.


 

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

To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Clear Creek 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 Clear Creek 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.
  • Maximum spend is $125.00.
  • NOTE: Clear Creek 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 Clear Creek County Jail, or to see how deposit money so that your inmate can purchase their own commissary, check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Clear Creek County.


 

How to Send a Secure Email Message to an Inmate in Clear Creek County

To send a secure email message to an inmate in Clear Creek 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 Clear Creek 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 Clear Creek 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 Clear Creek County Jail, the costs, rules, policies and more check out our Secure Messaging Guide for Clear Creek County.


 

How to visit an inmate in Clear Creek County Colorado using Video Visitation or visiting an inmate at the jail

To visit an inmate in Clear Creek County follow these steps:

  • In addition to visiting inmates at the jail, Clear Creek County Jail uses a video visitation service called iWebVisit.com.
  • In order to visit with your inmate online or at the Clear Creek County Jail Video Kiosk, you must first register with iWebVisit.
  • Registering is free.
  • Next, select “Choose A Facility” and then select Clear Creek County Jail. This will become your “Default” facility each time you log in.
  • Next, Click “Schedule a Visit” and enter your inmate's name and inmate number.
  • Select either “Visit Now” or “Schedule Visit Later” and choose an available date and time.
  • After your visit payment is processed, you may begin visiting your inmate in Clear Creek County at your scheduled time. 

Who do you contact if you are having any problems arranging the remote video visit of an inmate in Clear Creek County?
Call iWebVisit support at 775-434-8748. They are available 7 Days a week (5:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. PST / 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. EST)

For full instructions on all the benefits of using IC Solutions to visit a Clear Creek County inmate, visiting an inmate at the jail itself, rates, policies, rules, dress codes, bringing children, attorney and clergy visits and more, go to our official Visit Inmate Page. 


 

How an Inmate Makes a Phone Call to You or Others from Clear Creek County Jail

To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Clear Creek 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 Clear Creek 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.


 

How to Send a Text or Email Message to an Inmate in Clear Creek County Jail

To send a text or email message to a Clear Creek County inmate, do the following:

Clear Creek County Jail uses Securus eMessaging for Inmate Email.

Register here. (You are already registered if you signed up with Securus for 'Phone' or 'Remote Visitation' in Clear Creek County or any jail or prison in the country).
Steps: 
1.  Sign up for eMessaging
2. Find your Clear Creek County inmate.
3. Purchase a book of Securus ‘stamps’.
4. Type & Send message.

For all Clear Creek County information for sending secure messages to an inmate in Clear Creek County Jail, including instructions, video examples, fees, limits, tablet rentals and more, check out out Text/Email an Inmate Page.


 

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