Grand Mesa Youth Center

Q: Does Mesa County have bail?

Does Mesa County have bail? Yes, Colorado is a bail state and therefore Mesa County has bail. Once bail is paid or the accused secures a bond accepted by the courts, the accused should be released within 6 hours of when the jail is notified, unless ankle bracelet monitoring or other conditions requiring more time have to be set up.

Q: What kind of bonds are accepted in Mesa County?

What kind of bonds are accepted in Mesa County? Mesa County Colorado recognizes most types of bonds. The court will consider what type of bonds will be accepted depending on the circumstances of the arrest.

Q: Who can set bail in Mesa County?

Who can set bail in Mesa County? A bond hearing officer sets bail in Colorado.This officer must be an attorney and can set bail for any court in the state and is available on weekends and holidays via audio-visual technology that allows the public to view the hearing.

Q: When is bail set in Mesa County Colorado?

When is bail set in Mesa County Colorado? Bail is set in Colorado the first time the accused is brought into court, usually directly from jail within 48 hours after the arrest. This first appearance to determine bail or bond is called initial appearance or 1st advisement. Bail can be determined before criminal charges are read. The judge will advise the arrested that they are being investigated and will set bail except for cases involving homicide.

Q: How do I find out if someone has been arrested and booked into the Grand Mesa Youth Center?

How do I find out if someone has been arrested and booked into the Grand Mesa Youth Center? To find out if someone you know has been recently arrested and booked into the Grand Mesa Youth Center, call the jail’s booking line at 970-245-2516. 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. Grand Mesa Youth Center Booking Roster

Q: What happens during booking in Mesa County?

What happens during booking in Mesa 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 Mesa 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.

Q: What is the booking process like at the Grand Mesa Youth Center?

What is the booking process like at the Grand Mesa Youth 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 Mesa County and other Colorado 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.

Q: What kind of questions are asked during booking?

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 with 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. If the offender remains in jail for any length of time, the Grand Mesa Youth Center will allow a friend or family member to pick up the inmate's property if the offender gives written authorization for a named person to do so. To find out the days and times for picking up an inmate's property, and what you will need to bring to verify your identity, call the jail at 970-245-2516 during business hours.

Q: How long does the Grand Mesa Youth Center booking process take?

How long does the Grand Mesa Youth 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. What happens after an offender is booked into the Grand Mesa Youth Center? 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 Grand Mesa Youth 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.

Question 1

How Do You Find Someone in the Grand Mesa Youth Center?

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To search for an inmate in the Grand Mesa Youth 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 970-245-2516 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up the court dockets (schedules) for upcoming criminal court cases in Mesa County and every other county in Colorado, as well as all of the Mesa County arrests that have taken place in the last 30 days, and in previous months.

Grand Mesa Youth Center Inmate Search

The Grand Mesa Youth Center maintains an average of 70 offenders in custody on any given day. The Grand Mesa Youth 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 Mesa County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 12,460 offenders.

The following charts of Mesa 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 Mesa County Corrections Department, the state of Colorado Department of Corrections, as well as the United States Department of Justice and Census Bureau records. It represents every person in custody in Mesa 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 Mesa 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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Question 2

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Grand Mesa Youth Center: 970-245-2516

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Question 3

Recent Bookings & Arrests

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Steps involved in booking at Grand Mesa Youth Center

After an arrest, the individual is brought to Grand Mesa Youth Center for the booking process. This procedure involves identifying the person, determining charges, and deciding whether they’ll be released on their own recognizance, posted for bail, or held until court.

Remaining silent is highly recommended, as anything said can later be used in court. Wait for legal advice before responding to questions.

The booking process typically involves the following steps at Grand Mesa Youth Center:

Identification confirmation.
Photographs (mugshots).
Answering questions regarding health and criminal background.
Potential DNA collection.
Conducting a physical search.
Seizing personal property.
Providing a free phone call.

Booking timeframes vary, ranging from one hour to up to 48 hours. For details on an offender’s bail or bond, call Grand Mesa Youth Center at 970-245-2516.

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Directions / Map to the Grand Mesa Youth Center

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Inmate Bail and Bonding

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How to pay bail in Mesa County for an arrestee

Once an individual is booked at Grand Mesa Youth Center in Grand Junction, options for their release include:

1. Release without paying bail, with a commitment to appear in court.
2. Continued detention until their court date.
3. Release upon paying a bail or bond. Call 970-245-2516 for the bail amount.

Bail can be paid through various methods.

Cash, money orders, or credit cards are accepted for payment.
A licensed bail bondsman in Mesa County can assist with the process.
Property located in the county may be used as bail collateral.

For more details on the bail process in Mesa County, Colorado, visit the Grand Mesa Youth Center Bail Page.

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Question 6

Inmate Visitation

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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Grand Mesa Youth Center? What is the Schedule?

Grand Mesa Youth Center FAMILY INFORMATION

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Grand Mesa Youth Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 970-245-2516 for further assistance.

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Question 7

Remote Video Visitation

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Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Grand Mesa Youth Center?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Grand Mesa Youth Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 970-245-2516 for further assistance.

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Question 8

Inmate Money Accounts

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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Grand Mesa Youth Center?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Grand Mesa Youth Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 970-245-2516 for further assistance.

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Question 9

Inmate Phone Contact

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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Grand Mesa Youth Center?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Grand Mesa Youth Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 970-245-2516 for further assistance.

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Question 10

Mailing an Inmate

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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Grand Mesa Youth Center, and what can I send them?

Grand Mesa Youth Center FAMILY INFORMATION

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Grand Mesa Youth Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 970-245-2516 for further assistance.

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Question 11

Inmate Commissary

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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Grand Mesa Youth Center, and what can I purchase?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Grand Mesa Youth Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 970-245-2516 for further assistance.

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Question 12

Texting and Emailing an Inmate

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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Grand Mesa Youth Center using an Online Messaging Service?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Grand Mesa Youth Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 970-245-2516 for further assistance.

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Question 13

Inmate Tablets

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Do Inmates in the Grand Mesa Youth 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 Grand Mesa Youth Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 970-245-2516 for further assistance.

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Question 14

Are there photos of the Grand Mesa Youth Center? What does it look like?

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Other Jails in Mesa County

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

Mesa County County Jails

Mesa County Detention Facility

Mesa County Juvenile Facilities

Grand Mesa Youth Center

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Other Jails Nearby

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

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