Located in La Junta, Otero County, Colorado, the Otero County Jail is a 34-bed jail. For inmate information, you can contact them 24 hours a day at 719-384-5941.
This facility handles the booking and processing of offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies. Depending on their charges, inmates may be held until they are bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or remain in custody until their trial is concluded.
You can use the inmate search tool to view the roster of individuals currently in custody.
Inmates sentenced to less than one year will serve their time at this facility, while those sentenced to longer terms will be transferred to either the Colorado State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page provides details on the visitation schedule, how to fund an inmate's account, send mail, receive phone calls, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bonds, and commissary purchases.
It’s advisable to save the inmate’s jail ID or booking number for communication purposes. If you cannot locate it online, call Otero County Jail at 719-384-5941 for help.
Phone: 719-384-5941
Physical Address:
222 East Second Street
La Junta, CO 81050
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Otero County Jail, 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 719-384-5941 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up the court dockets (schedules) for upcoming criminal court cases in Otero County and every other county in Colorado.
Otero County Jail Inmate Search
The Otero County Jail maintains an average of 34 offenders in custody on any given day. The Otero County Jail 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 Otero County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 1,080 offenders.
The following charts of Otero 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 Otero 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 Otero 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 Otero 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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The 34-bed Otero County Jail is responsible for the housing and care of those who are accused or convicted of committing a misdemeanor or felony in Otero County as they wait for their trial or as they serve their sentence, usually less than one year.
It serves many law enforcement organizations including the Sheriff’s Department, local police, Immigration, and other surrounding counties as needed.
If you have questions regarding an inmate or the programs and services provided, the staff can be reached at 719-384-5941, and an online listing of all the detainees is published for your own investigation.
Upon intake, the booking process is completed, which includes a medical screening, fingerprinting and mugshots, DNA sample, along with an assessment to determine security needs, medical needs, mental health requirements, and housing assignment.
Staff is available to transport all inmates to court dates and any medical appointments or emergency needs, as well as inspecting all mail for contraband, receiving commissary funds and other money for inmates, maintaining the safety of the community and the security of the facility, and other tasks.
The Otero County Jail also provides several other services to inmates including basic needs in meals, laundry, and hygiene items, and programs including AA, counseling, religious programs, education, recreation, and opportunities to grow social and life skills.
Along with the efforts made by the staff, reduced recidivism is seen when inmates are able to stay in contact and supported by their family or friends who are not incarcerated so mail, phones, and visits are provided.
Visits are in person, and are via video and an account is created online to book and complete visits, allowing both visitors and inmates to schedule a visit.
Phone accounts are also registered online, and allow for inmates to make outgoing calls during the daytime and evening hours when they are not participating in a task or program.
Information for money for an inmate’s commissary can be found on our Inmate Money page.
All personal mail is sent to:
222 East Second Street
La Junta, CO 81050
Staff will open each piece and look for contraband, which is removed before it is given to the inmate.
Legal mail, money orders, books and newspaper and magazine subscriptions are mailed to:
222 East Second Street
La Junta, CO 81050
When someone is arrested, they are taken to Otero County Jail for booking. This process involves verifying identity, assessing charges, and determining whether the person will be released on bail or detained.
It's crucial to remain silent during this process, as any statements could be used in court. Legal counsel should be consulted before making any comments about the arrest.
The booking process at Otero County Jail typically involves the following steps:
Booking times can range from one hour to 48 hours. For details on posting bond for an arrestee, call the facility at 719-384-5941.
Once booked at Otero County Jail in La Junta, the individual has several possible outcomes:
1. Release without posting bail, with a commitment to appear in court.
2. Remaining in custody until their court date.
3. Posting bail or bond for release. For the exact amount, call 719-384-5941.
Several payment methods are available for bail.
For more details on the bail process in Otero County, Colorado, visit the Otero County Jail Bail Information Page.
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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Otero County Jail? What is the Schedule?
Video visits are available to you during normal business hours. The cost is .20 cents per minute, up to 15 minutes from your own device; there is no charge if you schedule and visit from the lobby kiosk.
NOTE: When scheduling a video visit, it cannot be scheduled for the same day.
Otero County Jail uses the services of Inmate Sales, also known as Combined Public Communication (CPC) for visitation communication between inmates and their friends and family members.
In order to have a successful video visit, these are the steps to follow:
Call 877-998-5678 if you have any questions.
iphone app
Google Play app
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Otero County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 719-384-5941 for further assistance.
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Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Otero County Jail?
Otero County Jail uses the services of Inmate Sales, also known as Combined Public Communication (CPC) for visitation communication between inmates and their friends and family members.
In order to have a successful video visit, these are the steps to follow:
Call 877-998-5678 if you have any questions.
iphone app
Google Play app
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Otero County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 719-384-5941 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Otero County Jail?
1. Online - Making a deposit using a verified Visa or Mastercard online, or using their Apple or Android App.
2. By phone - Dial 866.345.1884 to reach their 24/7 Access Corrections domestic call centers.
3. Jail Lobby Kiosk - Kiosks accept cash, credit cards, and debit cards.
4. Mail-in Lockbox - Friends or Family who do not have a credit or debit card can mail money orders to their secure lockbox to make deposits to an inmate’s account. Depositors use a customized form that captures all needed information. Upon receipt, they process and post the deposits to the inmate's trust fund in approximately 48 hours.
Money orders may be mailed to inmates at:
Access Corrections
P.O. Box 12486
St. Louis, MO 63132
Money orders must be made out to "Access Secure Deposits".
Include the state, city, inmate name and ID number on all money orders.
5. Walk-in Cash Deposits - Go to any Cash Pay Today location to deposit cash to your inmate's account.
Secure Deposits - Frequently Asked Questions
Secure Deposits - Video Tutorial on How it Works
Secure Deposits - Help Pages
Customer Service Contacts:
Phone: 866-345-1884
Email: customerservice@accesscorrections.com
Online Chat - Look for 'bubble' on bottom right of the page linked here.
To send commissary money to an inmate in Otero County Jail follow these steps:
For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account check out our full money and commissary guide for Otero County Jail.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Otero County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 719-384-5941 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Otero County Jail?
To receive phone calls from inmates in Otero County, or to assist them in making phone calls to other people, follow these steps:
For all the information regarding phone calls with Otero 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 Otero County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 719-384-5941 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Otero County Jail, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Otero County Jail 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 Otero County Jail 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:
222 East Second Street
La Junta, CO 81050
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
222 East Second Street
La Junta, CO 81050
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 Otero County Jail allows books to be mailed directly to the jail from a reputable source such as Amazon, Barnes & 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 Otero County Jail 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:
222 East Second Street
La Junta, CO 81050
For inmates receiving mail in the Otero County Jail 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 Otero County Jail:
222 East Second Street
La Junta, CO 81050
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 Otero County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 719-384-5941 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Otero County Jail, and what can I purchase?
Access Securepak carries over 1,000 different items in the following categories:
- Food and Snacks
- Personal Hygiene Products
- Electronics
- Apparel
Registration Process:
1. Register here.
2. Select Colorado.
3. Select Otero County Jail.
4. Find your Inmate.
5. Deposit Funds.
6. Order Commissary Items.
Once you are logged in, you will receive instructions on how much (and what products) you can send your inmate.
Contact Information:
* If you have any questions, you can call Access Securepak at 800-546-6283.
* You can email My Care Pack at customerservice@securepak.net.
* You can write them at:
Access Securepak
10880 Linpage Place
St. Louis, MO 63132
* You can Live Chat with a Representative online: (bottom left corner of page)
Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m.–11 p.m. CST,
and Saturdays, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. CST.
*Note* Access Securepak will issue a refund for or replace broken, damaged, or missing products reported by Otero County Jail staff. They will not honor reports of discrepancies from inmate's families or friends.
My CarePack is the Otero County Jail's outside vendor for Commissary Items. They have a very good mix of Chips, Snacks, Candy, Meat, Seafood, Hygiene products, Letter writing materials, Electronics and Apparel items for sale on their website.
*NOTE* -- Once you are fully registered and have selected the inmate you wish to send commissary to, you will receive instructions on how much you can deposit, how much (and what) you can purchase for your inmate, and how often you can send commissary.
To send commissary money to an inmate in Otero County Jail follow these steps:
For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account check out our full money and commissary guide for Otero County Jail.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Otero County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 719-384-5941 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Otero County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
Chirping is the product name for inmate texting.
This product allows inmates to send chirps (texts) to friends and family members.
Here's how it works:
Cost of Chirping:
To send a secure email message to an inmate in Otero County Jail follow these steps:
- Chirping is the product name for inmate texting.
- This product allows Otero County inmates to send chirps (texts) to friends and family members.
- Inmates will be charged a monthly service fee of $4.00.
- Inbound and Outbound Chirps are $0.10 each.
Inmate Sales Apps
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Google Play app
For all information on how to Text/Email an Inmate in Otero County Jail check out our Secure Messaging Guide for Otero County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Otero County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 719-384-5941 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Otero County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Otero County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 719-384-5941 for further assistance.
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