San Miguel County Detention Center

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San Miguel County Detention Center Information

The San Miguel County Detention Center is a 100 bed jail in the city of Las Vegas, San Miguel County, New Mexico.

This page provides information on how to search for an inmate in the official jail roster, or by calling the facility at 505-454-7403, 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.

Phone: 505-454-7403

Physical Address:
26 NM State Hwy 283
Las Vegas, NM 87701

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name
San Miguel County Detention Center
26 NM State Hwy 283
Las Vegas, NM 87701

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How Do You Find Someone in the San Miguel County Detention Center?

To search for an inmate in the San Miguel 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 505-454-7403 for the information you are looking for. You can also lookup an offender's Criminal Court Case online for San Miguel County or any other county in New Mexico.

San Miguel County Detention Center Inmate Search

The San Miguel County Detention Center maintains an average of 100 offenders in custody on any given day. The San Miguel 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 San Miguel County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 2,000 offenders.

The following charts of San Miguel 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 San Miguel 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 San Miguel 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 San Miguel 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 San Miguel County Detention Center
Las Vegas, New Mexico is the home of the San Miguel County Detention Center where all of the adults who are arrested by the local sheriff or federal agency are housed until they have had bail paid, are released due to completing their sentence, or are released for other reasons. The facility houses only adult offenders and a nearby juvenile facility is used for all youth offenders. This full service facility is prepared to care for all of the basic needs of all offenders housed within, and they will have access to not only healthy meals but also laundry, clothing, bedding, recreation, exercise, and medical care as needed. Some court appearances can be accommodated through a video system, limiting the transportation of inmates to locations outside of the facility. As one of the ways in which the population is supported in their rehabilitation is through the use of contact with their friends and family through mail, phone calls, and visits. It has been shown that inmates who have contact with loved ones will create a safer and calmer environment. This facility is operated by the local sheriff’s office, and falls under their umbrella of responsibility, along with apprehending those with outstanding warrants, protecting the community, and housing inmates in a safe and secure environment until the court has ordered their release. Inmate Mail: 26 NM 283 Las Vegas, NM 87701 Visitation: Monday through Friday, except holidays. 505-454-7403 to book. Monday 9:00am - 11:00 am Pod A & F 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Pod A & F Male General Population Tuesday 9:00am - 11:00 am Pod C, D, & E 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Pod C, D, & E Male General Population Wednesday 9:00am - 11:00 am Pod C, D, & E 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Pod C, D, & E Male General Population Thursday 9:00am - 11:00 am Medical Females 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Medical Males Friday 9:00am - 11:00 am Pod G Female 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Pod H Annex Male
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Recent Bookings & Arrests

How do I find out if someone has been arrested and booked into the San Miguel County Detention Center?

To find out if someone you know has been recently arrested and booked into the San Miguel County Detention Center, call the jail’s booking line at 505-454-7403.

There may be an automated method of looking them up by their name over the phone, or you may be directed to speak to someone at the jail. Sometimes the jail staff may ask you the offender’s date of birth to ensure privacy of the offender’s status.

Keep in mind that after an arrest, the information on an offender may not be publicly available for several hours.

If you don’t want to check up on an offender by calling the jail, you can also try looking up people recently booked online.

San Miguel County Detention Center Booking Roster

What happens during booking in San Miguel County?

After being arrested and taken into custody, and after being read their Miranda Rights, an offender will next be transported to the local police or department or the Sheriff’s Department in San Miguel County for booking.

Booking is very involved and requires multiple steps in the process, however, keep in mind that most attorneys will advise that an offender remain silent and not offer any additional information about the crime they have been arrested for because anything they do say may be recorded and may very well be used against them in court.

What is the booking process like at the San Miguel County Detention Center?

Booking includes having their photo (mugshot) and fingerprints taken, as well as being asked a lot of questions about their personal history and state of mind. If it’s a serious felony, their DNA may also be taken. They will also be checked for warrants in San Miguel County and other New Mexico and USA jurisdictions.

If the offender was arrested for a DUI offense, and has refused a breathalyzer test, they may also be forced to have blood drawn by a doctor or nurse.

It is also very likely that the offender will undergo a humiliating full body search while in the nude. This includes bending over, spreading their cheeks in the direction of an officer, and coughing. They will also be walked through a metal detector or x-ray machine, like those used at an airport.

What kind of questions are asked during booking?

The arresting jurisdiction will ask about gang affiliations, tattoos, medical conditions, prescribed medication they are taking, recreational drugs they are on or addicted to, allergies, if they are suicidal, and other relevant information that will help with determining their cell assignment and special needs.

What happens to an offender’s personal property during booking?

During the arrest and booking process an offender will also have all their personal property confiscated and held for either their release from jail, or with the offender’s approval, released to a friend or family member.

Personal property includes the clothing they are wearing, money, wallets, purses, cell phones, jewelry, body rings, earrings, watches, and even glasses if they are deemed a security risk. If they are allowed to keep their shoes or sneakers, the laces are removed.

What happens after booking?

At this point the offender will be allowed to make a free phone call to a person of their choice to notify them of their arrest, and/or arrange a bond or bail for their release.

If the offender is being detained and housed while awaiting arraignment, the San Miguel County Detention Center will provide a jail garment and slip-on shoes, a blanket, sheets, soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, and a towel.

Often, before they are dressed in the jail outfit and brought to their housing location, they will be forced to take a shower and undergo a disinfectant treatment for body and hair lice, scabies or other pests that may be residing on their person.

How long does the San Miguel County Detention Center Booking process take?

Booking can take anywhere from an hour to 24 hours or more. It all depends on the number of people that are awaiting processing, the number of staff on duty at the time, and the behavior of the offender.

If the offender is heavily intoxicated and/or violent, the Booking Officer may decide to stick the offender in a holding cell for several hours until they become more manageable.

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Directions / Map to the San Miguel County Detention Center
Inmate Visitation

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

San Miguel 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 San Miguel 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.
San Miguel County Detention Center Pricing.
Securus Contact Information.
iphone app
Android app

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about San Miguel County Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 505-454-7403 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 San Miguel County Detention Center?

San Miguel 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 San Miguel 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.
San Miguel County Detention Center Pricing.
Securus Contact Information.
iphone app
Android app

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about San Miguel County Detention Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 505-454-7403 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

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

There are FOUR options for putting money on an inmate's books:

Option 1 - Dropping Money at the Jail
Bring money to the jail in person. 
Either the jail personnel will process the Inmate Account payment or you will use a Jail ATM self-serve kiosk in the lobbies that accepts cash, debit or credit cards.

Option 2 - Deposit Inmate Money Online
San Miguel County Detention Center uses Jail ATM to process all online deposits to an inmate's account. The company charges you a small fee for doing so, but the fee probably isn't as much as gas and parking would cost to take it to the jail in person.

Option 3 - 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 and you don't have a debit/credit card for online deposits. Never send cash. Always send a Money Order from the US Post Office, a reputable bank or Western Union. Call the San Miguel County Detention Center first as they may want you to do this online or at the jail kiosk instead.
Make the Money Order out to the inmate's name and put their Inmate ID# in memo section of the Money Order.
26 NM State Hwy 283
Las Vegas, NM 87701


Option 4 - Make an Inmate Deposit with Jail ATM over the Phone by calling 877-810-0914
To do this you will need the inmate's offender # (inmate ID #) and full legal name.

How to Deposit Money Online for an Inmate in San Miguel County

To deposit money online for an inmate in San Miguel County Detention Center follow these steps:

  • Register to open an account, or Sign In to JailATM, a service that acts as a bank for inmates in San Miguel County.
  • After registering and signing in, select 'Send Money Now'.
  • Choose New Mexico, then choose San Miguel County Detention Center
  • Type in your inmate's last name or their Inmate ID.
  • Select your inmate.
  • Input an amount to deposit to your inmate in San Miguel County Detention Center, and then input your payment method. 
  • NOTE: There may be a limit on how much money you can send your inmate in San Miguel County at any one time.
  • If you need to phone customer support, call 877-810-0914.

For all information, tips and procedures for sending money to an inmate in San Miguel County Detention Center, or depositing money at the jail, over the phone or by mail, check out our Send Money Page for San Miguel County.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about San Miguel County Detention Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 505-454-7403 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

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

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

To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from San Miguel 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 San Miguel 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.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about San Miguel County Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 505-454-7403 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about San Miguel County Detention Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 505-454-7403 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

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

JailATM – Send Money or Send Commissary Gift Packs to San Miguel County Detention Center

Search for JailATM services for San Miguel County Detention Center.

Make an inmate deposit with JailATM for San Miguel County Detention Center. 

Note: While JailATM offers the following inmate services, San Miguel 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.

Send Gift Packs

San Miguel County Detention Center has 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.

How to Send a Carepack Commissary Package Directly to an Inmate in San Miguel County

To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in San Miguel County Detention Center follow these steps:

  • Go to JailATM, choose New Mexico, then choose San Miguel County Detention Center
  • Type in your inmate's last name or their Inmate ID.
  • Select your inmate, and then you will be prompted to Register with them to open an account.
  • Select the products you want shipped to them at San Miguel County Detention Center, and then input your payment method. 
  • NOTE: There may be a limit on how much product you can send your inmate in San Miguel County at any one time.
  • If you need to phone customer support, call 877-810-0914

For all information, tips and available items for shipping Commissary packages or sending money to an inmate in San Miguel County Detention Center check out our Commissary Instructions Page for San Miguel County.


 

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about San Miguel County Detention Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 505-454-7403 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

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

San Miguel 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').

Steps: 
1.  Sign up for eMessaging
2. Find your inmate.
3. Purchase a book of Securus ‘stamps’.
4. Type & Send message.

Things you CAN do:
1.  You CAN ONLY send messages from the Securus website, or with the Securus app. (links below).
2. You CAN transfer ‘stamps’ to your inmate.
3. You CAN deposit money to your inmate, and they can purchase ‘stamps’ on their end.
4. Each time you send a message, you CAN pay for them to reply.
5. You CAN send photos. (Jail staff will review for appropriateness) 

Things you CANNOT do:
1.  You CANNOT use your own personal email to send messages.
2. You CANNOT send any message or photo that would normally be rejected by regular mail.

Other Things:
1.  Photos must be .jpg, .jpeg or .png.
2. eMessages and photos must meet the jail’s standards for regular mail.
3. If your eMessage or Photo is rejected you will be notified of the reason, but you will NOT get a refund.

What is the cost of sending inmate messages?

  • Send a text Message - 1 stamp
  • Purchase a reply for your inmate - 1 stamp
  • Attach up to 5 photos - 1 stamp each photo
  • Share up to 5 eCards - 1 stamp each eCard
  • Send just a photo with no text - 1 stamp
  • Send a 30 second VideoGram - 3 stamps

What can your inmate do with digital 'stamps'?

  • Reply to your eMessage if you attach a return stamp
  • Receive transferred stamps you share with them (no cost to transfer)
  • When available, they can purchase their own stamps from their Inmate Debit Account


Contact Information and Help:
eMessaging FAQ  
eMessaging Signup & Helpful Information  
Online Customer Service Support 
Phone Support: 972-734-1111 or 800-844-6591
iphone app
Android app

Mailing Check payments
Securus Correctional Billing Services
PO Box 650757
Dallas, Texas 75265-075

How to Send a Text or Email Message to an Inmate in San Miguel County Detention Center

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

San Miguel 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 San Miguel County or any jail or prison in the country).
Steps: 
1.  Sign up for eMessaging
2. Find your San Miguel County inmate.
3. Purchase a book of Securus ‘stamps’.
4. Type & Send message.

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about San Miguel County Detention Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 505-454-7403 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about San Miguel County Detention Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 505-454-7403 for further assistance.

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Other Jails Nearby

What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding San Miguel County?

San Miguel Santa Fe Torrance Mora Harding Quay Guadalupe
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This facility, known as "San Miguel County Detention Center" is also known as San Miguel County Jail & Detention Center , San Miguel County Jail & Detention Center , New Mexico, San Miguel.