Garfield County Detention Facility

You can support your loved ones at Garfield Co Jail on InmateAid, if you have any immediate questions contact the facility directly at 970-945-1377.

When someone you care about gets locked up, it's tough to figure out all the ins and outs of jail life. From sending mail to visiting, there are a lot of things to sort out. And getting info about the arrest? Not always easy. That's where this webpage comes in handy. It's here to help you get a handle on how things work here so that you can stay connected and support your loved one behind bars.

The Garfield Co Jail is a detention center located at 107 8th St Glenwood Springs, CO which is operated locally by the Garfield County Sheriff's Office and holds inmates awaiting trial or sentencing or both. Most of the sentenced inmates are here for less than two years. Garfield County accepts inmates from surrounding towns, Glenwood Springs Police Department, and the US Marshal's Service.

New detainees arrive at the jail regularly, with some being released on bail, placed under pretrial services caseloads, supervised by probation agencies, or released on recognizance with a court appearance agreement. Those who are not released await their court appearances at the jail, receiving accommodations including bedding and meals.

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The Garfield County Jail opened in December 2001 as a state-of-the-art facility with a capacity to house 199 inmates. This facility is designed to accommodate inmates of various classifications, including minimum, medium, and maximum security levels. It serves male and female inmates for the Sheriff's Office and other law enforcement agencies within Garfield County.

After processing, inmates are assigned to a housing area based on classification. Compliance with jail rules typically results in a lower classification and more privileges, while rule violations or additional charges lead to a higher classification and fewer privileges. Inmates serving as trustees within the jail undertake various tasks, including cooking, laundry, and commissary management, often receiving minimal compensation or sentence reduction for their services.

The jail is designed with "pods," featuring a large common area with affixed tables and attached seats, and individual cells typically on two levels. Inmates spend certain times in their cells and other times congregating in the pod for activities like playing cards, games, reading, or watching television. Movement outside the pod, such as trips to the commissary, library, or recreation area, occurs under the constant supervision of unarmed correctional officers. The environment in the county jail is considered less stressful than that of a prison because the sentences are much shorter.

The jail consists of seven distinct inmate living areas, two of which operate under a direct supervision model. In these areas, Deputies work inside the inmate living space, allowing for closer supervision and reducing negative behavior and tension among inmates.

The jail offers a phone program for outbound calls only, with inmates unable to receive incoming calls. Accepting collect calls can be expensive, sometimes exceeding $10 per call. Alternatively, setting up an account through a third-party phone company may entail high fees per minute of usage. Click here for discounts on inmate calls, especially if the communication with your inmate is frequent. It's important to remember that all phone calls are recorded, and discussing sensitive legal matters over these lines is discouraged.

Books and magazines ordered for inmates must come directly from the publisher. This policy ensures that the items are new, untampered, and comply with the facility's regulations. The Jail enforces this rule to prevent the introduction of contraband or prohibited materials. By restricting orders to publishers, the facility can better maintain security and control over the content entering the institution. Any books or magazines not received directly from the publisher will be rejected and not delivered to the inmate. You may, however, send letters and selfies to inmates with this easy-to-use app, packages starting at only $8.00.

Medical care for inmates during their incarceration is provided by Correctional Healthcare Management, under contract with the Garfield County Sheriff’s Office. The Detention Division of the Sheriff's Office is staffed by 70 employees, including Detention Deputies, Control Technicians, Cooks, and specialized personnel in areas such as Court Services and Classification.

Garfield County Detention Facility inmates are housed according to the U.S. Department of Justice, National Institute of Corrections' Objective Jail Classification Point System. This system helps determine appropriate housing for each inmate based on a comprehensive interview process conducted by Classification Deputies. Multiple factors are considered to ensure inmates are placed in environments where they can function properly. The housing placement directly influences the level of privileges an inmate may receive, with opportunities to progress to areas with more privileges or regress to areas with fewer privileges based on their behavior.

Inmates undergo continuous classification and re-classification every thirty days to promote jail security and ensure the safety of both inmates and staff. The Garfield County Jail operates both direct and indirect supervision pods, with classifications including Inmate Worker, Minimum, Medium, Maximum, Special Needs, and Medical Observation/Isolation.

The facility also offers a variety of voluntary inmate programs facilitated by staff, contractors, and volunteers, aimed at providing inmates with opportunities for personal development and rehabilitation.