Sheriff

NOTICE: There have been multiple reports of fraudulent activity targeting individuals who have posted bond for individuals in our custody.  If you receive a phone call or a text message from an individual identifying themselves as law enforcement and demanding additional payment for an inmate's release from custody or a GPS device, DO NOT contact or make payments to this individual. 

If you are unsure whether you owe any legitimate fees to either Pretrial or the Sheriff's Office, please get in touch with us directly.
Pretrial: 970-980-2600  |  Booking: 970-498-5200

Whether you are turning yourself in on a warrant or assisting someone with bail, our webpage is here to guide you through the process. Understanding the steps involved can ease the stress of navigating these legal matters. From turning yourself in to bonding someone out, you can find the information you need for a smoother transition. 

Turning Yourself In

When planning to turn yourself in for an active warrant or sentence, you can help ensure a smooth process by adhering to the following tips:

  1. Arrive at the jail substance-free
  2. Bring a government issued ID
  3. Bring any applicable court documents
  4. Bring cash for bonding or commissary
  5. Bring eye glasses or contacts
  6. Minimize all other property items
  7. Outside books and electronic devices are not allowed
  8. Do not bring in outside food or other personal items
  9. Tobacco, E-Cigarettes, lighters, and knives of any size are not allowed and will be destroyed

Bonds

Allpaid - call 1-888-604-7888

Bonds can be posted 24 hours a day. There are several types of bonds. If you don't know the individuals' bond type, you can look them up online. Using this tool, you can find an individual's inmate # and Jail ID, which you may need to post bonds online.

If posting the bond using cash, you will need to use the Kiosk located at the jail's entrance. Cash bonds can also be posted online or over the phone (1-888-604-7888) using AllPaid.  Jail staff will also accept money orders and cashier's checks at the release window. Checks should be made out to the Court Clerk or Clerk of Courts.

If you are at the kiosk in the Jail Lobby, our Jail Facility Locator Number is 280525.

For all cash bonds

Per C.R.S. 16-4-111, if a defendant is released upon deposit of cash in any amount or upon deposit of any stocks or bonds and the defendant is later discharged from all liability under the terms of the bond, the clerk of the court shall return the deposit to the person who made the deposit, including when a bond is posted online.

You can elect to be listed as a surety, which will ensure that funds are returned to you as opposed to the defendant.

To be listed as a surety, or to co-sign for a PR or Cash bond, please complete the following.

To be listed as a surety, or to co-sign a Cash bond without visiting the jail, you will need to complete and submit the following information within 10 minutes of the bond funds being deposited.  The name on the bond must match the depositor's name.

or

To be listed as a surety or to co-sign a PR bond, you must submit the following form.  You will need to be available for a phone screening and/or bond review at the number you provide.

Bonding Request Form

FAQs

  1. Description of Bond Types
    • PR / Personal Recognizance -  Monetary value associated with the defendant's signature.  No money is required unless the defendant fails to appear in court, they may then be held liable for bond amount.
    • PR-Cosign / PR-Surety - Monetary value associated with a co-signer's signature.   No money is required unless the defendant fails to appear in court, in which case the co-signer may be held liable for the bond amount.
    • Cash / Cash-Surety - Full bond amount paid in full via cash, cashier's check or credit card.  Money returned to the defendant or the surety if one is listed on the bond.  If the defendant fails to appear in court the money will be held forfeit to the court.
    • Surety Bond - Bond posted via a licensed bail bond agent.  There is a non-refundable fee (generally 10-15%) paid to the bonding agent.
    • Property Bond - Bond is tied to real estate.  Bonds may only be posted at the Court Clerk's office.  These bonds are not commonly set.
  2. Notice of Legal Rights and LCSO Policies