Sandoval County Detention Center Inmate Bail & Bonds

Sandoval County Detention Center

Address:
1100 Montoya Road
Bernalillo, NM 87004

Phone:

505-867-5339

Paying an Inmate's Bail or Bond in Sandoval County

The Sandoval County Sheriff recommends that you use a bail bond agent licensed to do business in Sandoval County.

  • You can pay a cash bond yourself, or use your home in Sandoval County, or in some cases the state of New Mexico, but the benefit of using a bail bond agent is that they take responsibility for making sure the inmate shows up for court in Sandoval County, and if they don't, then they take the financial responsibility.
  • The typical fee for a bond will be between 10-20% of the bail amount; usually 15%.  So if an offender has a bail of $10,000.00, their bond will be $1500.00.

Call 505-867-5339 to find out the exact bond (plus other fees) amount, or look it up online by looking up the information on the Sandoval County inmate locator.


 

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

Please call the jail at 505-867-5339 for the type of bond and any information that is required for a particular individual at Sandoval County Detention Center.
A bond is set according to a court-approved schedule.
The purpose of the bond is to assure the offender's appearance in court.

Instructions on how to post Bail or Bond in Sandoval County

Because Sandoval County and New Mexico can change their bail bond procedures, it is always best to call either the Sandoval County Detention Center at 505-867-5339, 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 Sandoval County Detention Center or the Sandoval 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 Sandoval County Detention Center

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 Sandoval County Detention Center 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 Sandoval County Detention Center where the defendant is being held, but usually to the Sandoval County Sheriff's Office or to the Sandoval 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 Sandoval County Detention Center

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 Sandoval County Detention Center

If you are a landowner in Sandoval County you may be able to post a property bond. Property within Sandoval 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 Sandoval 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 Sandoval County Detention Center.

Who can post Bail or Bond for a Defendant at Sandoval County Detention Center?

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 New Mexico state licensed Bail Bond firm.

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

Sandoval 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, Sandoval 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 Sandoval 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.

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.


 

Sandoval County Bail Bond Information

Because Sandoval County and New Mexico can change their bail bond procedures, it is always best to call either the Sandoval County Detention Center at 505-867-5339, or the court in the jurisdiction (i.e. Municipal Court, District Court, etc.) where the offender was charged, and do this right after an arrestee has been booked. 

Ask the staff at the Sandoval County Detention Center or the Sandoval 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.


 

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.


 

How to Rent a Tablet for an Inmate in Sandoval County Detention Center

To rent a tablet for an inmate in Sandoval County follow these instructions:

  • Register here.  It is recommended you use Chrome or Firefox.
  • Pay for the subscription using Paypal.
  • You get charged the 1st of each month. 
  • You get charged a full month even if it's only used for a partial month.
  • No activation or early termination fees.
  • Your Sandoval County inmate will recieve their tablet in 3-5 business days, after you pay.


If you have any questions:

For all Sandoval County information on Tablet Rentals for your inmate, check out our Tablet Rental Page.


 

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

To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Sandoval 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 Sandoval 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 Sandoval County Detention Center

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

Sandoval County Detention Center uses Securus eMessaging for Inmate Email.

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

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


 

How to Schedule and Visit an Inmate in Sandoval County Detention Center

To schedule and set up a visit, either at-the-jail or remotely from your home, follow these instructions:

  • Register and/or log in.
  • Select Sandoval County Detention Center, then your inmate.
  • Review the days, available hours and the cost of remote and on-site visits in Sandoval County.
  • Schedule your visit.

To get more complete instructions, and understand visit lengths, times, locations, fees and all the other rules including children, dress codes and more, check out or Visit Inmate Page.
NOTE: All visits are recorded and whatever you say and do will be monitored. It is best to never discuss sensitive information regarding your inmate's pending case.