Rio Arriba County Detention Center

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Rio Arriba County Detention Center Information

The Rio Arriba County Detention Center is a 130-bed jail located in Tierra Amarilla, Rio Arriba County, New Mexico. For inmate information, you can call them 24/7 at 575-588-7350.

This facility processes offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies within the county. They are brought here for booking and processing. Depending on their charges, they may remain incarcerated until they are either bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or ordered to stay in custody until their trial is resolved.

You can use the inmate search tool to view the jail's roster and see who is currently in custody.

Inmates sentenced to less than one year will serve their time in this facility. Those with sentences longer than one year will be transferred to either the New Mexico State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

On this page, you'll find information on inmate services, including the visitation schedule, funding an inmate's account, sending mail, receiving phone calls, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond instructions, and commissary purchases.

It's useful to note and save the inmate's jail ID or booking number, which is often needed for sending mail or other communications. If you can't find it online, you can call Rio Arriba County Detention Center at 575-588-7350 for assistance.

Phone: 575-588-7350

Physical Address:
2 Main St. Bldg 2
Tierra Amarilla, NM 87575

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Rio Arriba Detention Center
P.O. Box 336
Tierra Amarilla, NM 87575

Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Rio Arriba Detention Center
P.O. Box 336
Tierra Amarilla, NM 87575

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How Do You Find Someone in the Rio Arriba County Detention Center?

To search for an inmate in the Rio Arriba 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 575-588-7350 for the information you are looking for. You can also lookup an offender's Criminal Court Case online for Rio Arriba County or any other county in New Mexico.

Rio Arriba County Detention Center Inmate Search

The Rio Arriba County Detention Center maintains an average of 130 offenders in custody on any given day. The Rio Arriba 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 Rio Arriba County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 2,600 offenders.

The following charts of Rio Arriba 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 Rio Arriba 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 Rio Arriba 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 Rio Arriba 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 Rio Arriba County Detention Center
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Recent Bookings & Arrests

How does the booking process work at Rio Arriba County Detention Center?

Once someone is arrested, they are taken to Rio Arriba County Detention Center for booking. This process involves identifying the individual, determining charges, and deciding if they will be released on their own recognizance, released on bail, or held in custody until their court date.

It’s important for the arrestee to stay silent, as anything they say can be used against them. The best advice is to avoid answering any questions about the arrest until legal counsel is present.

The booking process at Rio Arriba County Detention Center typically includes the following steps:

  • Verifying identity.
  • Taking a mugshot.
  • Answering questions regarding medical, mental health, and substance use history.
  • DNA collection, if required.
  • Conducting a thorough search.
  • Confiscating personal belongings.
  • Providing a free phone call.

Depending on circumstances, booking can take anywhere from one hour to up to 48 hours, especially during busy periods or if the individual is uncooperative. For questions about paying an arrestee’s bond or bail amount, contact the facility at 575-588-7350.

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Directions / Map to the Rio Arriba County Detention Center
Inmate Bail and Bonding

What is the process to pay bail for someone detained in Rio Arriba County?

After an individual is apprehended and taken to Rio Arriba County Detention Center in Tierra Amarilla for booking, their release options vary based on the situation:

1. They might be released without bail, on the condition they appear in court on a scheduled date.
2. They may be detained until their court appearance.
3. They may be eligible for release after posting a bail or bond.  Call 575-588-7350 for the exact bail amount.

There are different ways to settle an individual's bail or bond.

  • Bail can be paid using cash, a money order, or a credit card.
  • A licensed bail bondsman in Rio Arriba County can assist with payment.
  • Real estate located in the county can be used as bail collateral. 

For more information on the bail process in Rio Arriba County, New Mexico, visit the Rio Arriba County Detention Center Bail Information Page.

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Inmate Visitation

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Rio Arriba County Detention Center? What is the Schedule?

Rio Arriba County Detention Center Inmate Visitation and Schedule

Visiting is available Tuesday through Saturday and Observed Holidays.

Visits are scheduled by appointment only.

Call (575) 588-7350 Monday thru Friday between 8:00 am and 12:00 pm & 1:00 pm and 5:00 pm (Excluding Holidays) and speak with Charlotte Salazar or in her absence Jessica Madrid.

Visits may be cancelled without prior notice.

Visiting Hours:

Tuesday - Saturday 8:00AM - 5:00PM.

Each inmate is permitted two visits per day, but visits will not be scheduled back to back.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Rio Arriba County Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 575-588-7350 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 Rio Arriba County Detention Center?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Rio Arriba County Detention Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 575-588-7350 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Rio Arriba County Detention Center?

There are multiple ways to add money to an inmate's account at Rio Arriba County Detention Center, using Access Corrections Secure Deposits

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
Emailcustomerservice@accesscorrections.com
Online Chat - Look for 'bubble' on bottom right of the page linked here.

How to Send Money to an Inmate in Rio Arriba County

To send commissary money to an inmate in Rio Arriba County Detention Center follow these steps:

  • Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
  • Select New Mexico, then select Rio Arriba County Detention Center, and then the inmate you want to send money to.
  • Choose the amount of money you want to send, and input your payment method.

For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account check out our full money and commissary guide for Rio Arriba County Detention Center.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Rio Arriba County Detention Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 575-588-7350 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Rio Arriba County Detention Center?

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

To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Rio Arriba 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 Rio Arriba 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 Rio Arriba County Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 575-588-7350 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

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

Rio Arriba County Detention Center Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Rio Arriba County Detention Center 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 Rio Arriba County Detention Center 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#
Rio Arriba Detention Center
P.O. Box 336
Tierra Amarilla, NM 87575



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Rio Arriba Detention Center
P.O. Box 336
Tierra Amarilla, NM 87575



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 Rio Arriba County Detention Center 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 Rio Arriba County Detention Center 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#
Rio Arriba Detention Center
P.O. Box 336
Tierra Amarilla, NM 87575

Rio Arriba County Detention Center Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?

For inmates receiving mail in the Rio Arriba 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 Rio Arriba County Detention Center:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Rio Arriba Detention Center
P.O. Box 336
Tierra Amarilla, NM 87575


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 Rio Arriba County Detention Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 575-588-7350 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

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

Rio Arriba County Detention Center contracts with Access Securepak (aka MyCarePak) for families to send pre-determined packages of commissary items to your inmate.

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 New Mexico.
3. Select Rio Arriba County Detention Center.
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 Rio Arriba County Detention Center staff. They will not honor reports of discrepancies from inmate's families or friends.
My CarePack is the Rio Arriba County Detention Center'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.

How to Send Money to an Inmate in Rio Arriba County

To send commissary money to an inmate in Rio Arriba County Detention Center follow these steps:

  • Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
  • Select New Mexico, then select Rio Arriba County Detention Center, and then the inmate you want to send money to.
  • Choose the amount of money you want to send, and input your payment method.

For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account check out our full money and commissary guide for Rio Arriba County Detention Center.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Rio Arriba County Detention Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 575-588-7350 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

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

Rio Arriba County Detention Center allows Secure Messaging using a third-party service call Access Corrections.

They are the same company that facilitate Secure Deposits and Securepaks, so if you are already registered with them, then you are already approved to send Secure Messages to your inmate.

Register/Log in here.

After Registering/Logging In:

1.     You choose Rio Arriba County Detention Center.
2.    You Search for your inmate by typing in his last name. You can further narrow your search by adding his first name and/or Inmate ID.
3.    You add a credit or debit card.
4.    You buy a message plan (plans and prices vary), or buy credits. One credit costs $0.01.
5.    You select the option for your inmate to be able use the credits which you purchase, to message back to you... Or not.
6.    Rio Arriba County Detention Center charges a fee for each message sent or received.

Important Things to Know

 - Access Corrections has an iphone app and an android app for using their services.
 - ALL of your correspondence will be monitored by the jail. 
 - Do NOT write anything you wouldn’t want repeated in court.
 - Rates vary and are always subject to change.
 - Inmates can write you back ONLY if you select that option.
 - You CAN send photos up to 32MB in file size. Subject to change.
 - You CAN have unlimited credits on your account but are limited in the amount of each credit purchase.
 - You may NOT type or send emoticons.
 - You may NOT copy and paste text. Type directly.
 - You may NOT type profanities, violence or characters not approved. 
 - Due to messages having to be reviewed first, allow up to five days for a message to be delivered.
 - You may NOT transfer credits to another email.

Phone: 866-345-1884

Email:  customerservice@accesscorrections.com
FAQ
Contact Page
iphone app
Android app

How to Send a Secure Email Message to an Inmate in Rio Arriba County

To send a secure email message to an inmate in Rio Arriba County Detention Center follow these steps:

  • Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
  • Select New Mexico, then select Rio Arriba County Detention Center, and then the inmate you want to send your message to.
  • Choose the amount of money you want to spend, and input your payment method. The funds can also be used by the inmate to send a message back to you.
  • NOTE: All messages between you and your inmate will be permanently recorded and seen by the staff and could be used against your inmate in court.

For all information on how to Text/Email an Inmate in Rio Arriba County Detention Center check out our Secure Messaging Guide for Rio Arriba County.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Rio Arriba County Detention Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 575-588-7350 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Rio Arriba 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 Rio Arriba County Detention Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 575-588-7350 for further assistance.

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Are there photos of the Rio Arriba County Detention Center? What does it look like?
Other Jails Nearby

What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Rio Arriba County?

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This facility, known as "Rio Arriba County Detention Center" is also known as Rio Arriba County Jail & Detention Center , Rio Arriba County Jail & Detention Center , New Mexico, Rio Arriba.