Catron County Jail

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Catron County Jail Information

Located in Reserve, Catron County, New Mexico, the Catron County Jail is a 14-bed facility. You can call them anytime for inmate information at 575-533-6222.

This facility handles offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies, who are brought here for booking and processing. Depending on their charges, inmates may remain in custody until they are either bonded out, released on recognizance, or held until their trial is completed.

The inmate search tool can be used to view the jail's roster and find out who is in custody.

Offenders sentenced to less than one year will serve their time at this jail, while those with longer sentences will be transferred to either the New Mexico State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

This page provides information on a range of inmate services, including the visitation schedule, inmate account funding, sending mail, phone calls, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bonds, and commissary purchases.

It’s a good idea to keep the inmate’s jail ID or booking number for future communication needs. If it’s not available online, call Catron County Jail at 575-533-6222 for further assistance.

Phone: 575-533-6222

Physical Address:
100 Main Street
Reserve, NM 87830

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Catron County Jail
PO Box 467
Reserve, NM 87830



Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Catron County Jail
PO Box 467
Reserve, NM 87830

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How Do You Find Someone in the Catron County Jail?

To search for an inmate in the Catron 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 575-533-6222 for the information you are looking for. You can also lookup an offender's Criminal Court Case online for Catron County or any other county in New Mexico.

Catron County Jail Inmate Search

The Catron County Jail maintains an average of 14 offenders in custody on any given day. The Catron 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 Catron County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 280 offenders.

The following charts of Catron 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 Catron 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 Catron 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 Catron 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 Catron County Jail
The Catron County Jail is operated and maintained by the local county sheriff’s office. They are not only responsible for the protection and security of the community, but also for the safety and security of the inmates who are under their care. Within the facility there are many programs that offer medical care, mental health care, access to clothing and bedding, balanced meals, and the chance to remain in contact with friends and family through phone calls, mail, and visits. All visits remain no contact, and they occur on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday during the hours of 1pm to 3pm. Each visit is 30 minutes in length, and each visitor must arrive early to be screened through security, as well as be present on the approved visitor list for that inmate. During a visit, friends and family are also able to deposit money to the account of an inmate to fund their commissary purchases, and mail can be sent to Catron County Sheriff’s Office, Care of the inmates' full name, at PO Box 467 Reserve, NM 87830.
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Recent Bookings & Arrests

How booking works at Catron County Jail

When someone is arrested, they are taken to Catron County Jail for booking. This process includes identifying them, deciding on charges, and determining if they will be eligible for bail or held until court.

It's important to stay silent during this process, as any statements made may be used in court. Legal advice should be sought before speaking about the case.

The following steps make up the booking process at Catron County Jail:

  • Verification of personal details.
  • Taking mugshots for identification purposes.
  • Health assessments and questions about criminal history.
  • Possible DNA collection if required.
  • Search of the individual.
  • Confiscation of personal property.
  • Providing a phone call.

The duration of booking can vary, taking between one and 48 hours. For more information on paying an arrestee’s bond, contact Catron County Jail at 575-533-6222.

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Directions / Map to the Catron County Jail
Inmate Bail and Bonding

Paying bail for someone in Catron County

After being arrested and booked into Catron County Jail in Reserve, the arrestee's situation will proceed in one of three ways:

1. They may be released without bail and required to attend a court hearing.
2. They may be held in custody until their court date.
3. Bail can be posted for their release; call 575-533-6222 for the exact bail amount.

There are multiple ways to pay bail.

  • Cash, credit cards, or money orders are acceptable forms of payment.
  • Licensed bail bond agents in Catron County can facilitate the process.
  • Collateral in the form of property within the county can be used for bail.

To get more information on the bail process in Catron County, New Mexico, visit the Catron County Jail Bail FAQ.

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Inmate Visitation

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Catron County Jail? What is the Schedule?

Catron County Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

100 Main Street
Reserve, NM 87830
575-533-6222

  • Visits are non-contact.
  • You must be on the inmate's visitor list.
  • The actual visitation times may depend on the inmate and their housing location. Call 575-533-6222 and get your inmate's times and make an appointment to visit.
  • Inmates are allowed one visit per week.
  • A maximum of 2 guests are allowed per inmate.
  • Visitors must have a government issued photo ID.
  • Dress professionally with non-revealing clothing.

ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 575-533-6222 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!

DAY TIMES
MONDAY 1:00PM - 3:00PM
WEDNESDAY 1:00PM - 3:00PM
FRIDAY 1:00PM - 3:00PM

Catron County Jail uses CIDNET for Remote Video Visitation between inmates and their friends and family.  
Register here.





Frequently Asked Questions
Instructions on How to Use CIDNET
CIDNET Instrucciones
Contact Customer Support

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Catron County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 575-533-6222 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 Catron County Jail?

Catron County Jail uses CIDNET for Remote Video Visitation between inmates and their friends and family.  
Register here.


Friends & Family Portal Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Instructions on How to Use CIDNET
CIDNET Instrucciones
Contact Customer Support

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Catron County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 575-533-6222 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Catron County Jail?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Catron County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 575-533-6222 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Catron County Jail?

How to Make and Receive Phone Calls and Video Phone Calls from an Inmate in Catron County

To register and sign up for a phone account with CIDNET Inmate Phone Service, follow the instructions below:

  • Register and create an account with CIDNET.
  • Type in your Email, Time Zone and First & Last Name of your Catron County Jail inmate.
    1. Click the Create Account button.
    2. Read the Terms of Use, then click Agree.
    3. Login to your email and open the CIDNET email.
    4. In the email, click the Complete Your Verification link.
    5. Choose a Security PIN and a Password.
    6. Click the Sign In button.
  • After logging in, from the Menu, choose the state of New Mexico, then the Catron County Jail, then your inmate's name.
  • Once you have completed this, the Catron County Jail will have to give final approval for you to set up a phone account with your inmate.

For all the information you need to know, including instructions, policies, tips and solutions to possible issues regarding making phone calls with an inmate in Catron County, visit our full page guide

NOTE: All phone conversations are recorded. Whatever you talk about, can and will be used against your inmate in court. Never discuss their pending criminal case!
Also, be warned that some phone providers are collecting voice prints for a database which law enforcement agencies are building.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Catron County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 575-533-6222 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

How do I Mail an Inmate in the Catron County Jail, and what can I send them?

Catron County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Catron 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 Catron 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:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Catron County Jail
PO Box 467
Reserve, NM 87830





Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Catron County Jail
PO Box 467
Reserve, NM 87830



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 Catron County Jail allows books to be mailed directly to the jail from a reputable source such as AmazonBarnes & 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 Catron 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:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Catron County Jail
PO Box 467
Reserve, NM 87830

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Catron County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 575-533-6222 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Catron County Jail, and what can I purchase?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Catron County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 575-533-6222 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Catron County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?

Catron County Jail uses CIDNET for Digital Mail Messaging between inmates and their friends and family.  
Register here.



Friends & Family Portal Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Instructions on How to Use CIDNET
CIDNET Instrucciones
Contact Customer Support

How to send a text or email to an inmate in Catron County

To send and receive secure texts or emails from an inmate housed in Catron County follow these instructions:

  • Register and create an account with CIDNET.
  • Choose a Security PIN and Password.
  • After logging in, from the Menu, choose the state of New Mexico, then the Catron County Jail, then your inmate's name.
  • Once you have completed this, the Catron County Jail will have to give final approval for you to communicate by email with your chosen inmate.

For all the information you need to know, including instructions, policies, tips and solutions to possible issues with Texting and Emailing an inmate in Catron County, visit our full page guide

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Catron County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 575-533-6222 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Catron County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?

Catron County Jail may now offer CIDNET Tablet Rentals to their inmates.

CIDNET is the same company that handles inmate phone systems, video visitations, email and texting and digital letters.

The tablets can be rented on a monthly basis and while not directly connected to the internet, the inmates can use them for the following activities:

  • Phone Calls - Inmates may make calls directly from their tablet allowing for more privacy. The rates are the same as the phones in the unit, and the calls are still recorded and monitored.
  • eMessaging - Communicate via a text based message or picture. Fee based system.
  • Education - Free educational platform and course catalog that provides thousands of educational resources.
  • Self Help -Inmates have daily access to mental health and addiction recovery programming.
  • Music - Top-40, Hip-Hop, Country, Rock, Gospel, and more.
  • Law Library -  Legal research with up-to-date case information.
  • eBooks - Thousands of available titles.
  • Religion - Religious resources for spiritual guidance.
  • Games - Inmates can play their favorite games. Available through monthly subscriptions
  • Facility Services - Digital access to submitted forms, requests, facility documents, and notifications from staff.

Here's how it works:

  • Register here
  • Pay for the subscription.
  • 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 inmate will recieve their tablet in 3-5 business days, after you pay.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Catron County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 575-533-6222 for further assistance.

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Are there photos of the Catron County Jail? What does it look like?
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