Washington County CO Detention Center

County Jail

Last Updated: August 26, 2024
Address
26861 Hwy 34, Akron, CO 80720
Beds
250
County
Washington
Phone
970-345-2244
Fax
970-345-2419
Mailing Address
PO Box 247, Phoenix, MD 21131

Washington Co Detention is for County Jail offenders sentenced up to twenty four months.

All prisons and jails have Security or Custody levels depending on the inmate’s classification, sentence, and criminal history. Please review the rules and regulations for County - medium facility.

The phone carrier is HomeWav™, to see their rates and best-calling plans for your inmate to call you.

If you are seeking to send your inmate money for commissary, one recommended for this facility is AccessCorrections There is a fee for sending money, see their rates and limitations.

If you are unsure of your inmate's location, you can search and locate your inmate by typing in their last name, first name or first initial, and/or the offender ID number to get their accurate information immediately Registered Offenders

Satellite View of Washington County CO Detention Center

You can support your loved ones at Washington Co Detention on InmateAid, if you have any immediate questions contact the facility directly at 970-345-2244.

When someone you care about gets arrested, it can be overwhelming. This webpage aims to ease your concerns by providing information about Washington County CO Detention Center. From visitation guidelines to contacting jail staff, we're here to support you as you navigate this challenging time. Take a look around and let us help you understand how to best support your family member or friend in custody.

The Washington Co Detention, located at 26861 Hwy 34 in Akron, CO, is a secure detention center operated by the Washington County Sheriff's Office. This facility primarily houses individuals awaiting trial or sentencing, typically for less than two years. It accepts inmates from various jurisdictions, including surrounding towns, municipalities, the US Marshal's Service, and the Akron Police Department.

New detainees are regularly admitted to the jail, with some being released on bail or placed under pretrial services caseloads. Others await their court appearances at the facility, receiving necessary accommodations such as bedding and meals. View all arrest records here.

Individuals who do not post bail within the first twenty-four hours are required to appear before a judge. During this first appearance, conducted either in person or via telephone, the judge informs the arrested person of the charges against them and sets the bond amount.

Following the intake process, which includes property inventory, medical screening, and booking, inmates are assigned to the general population. Housing assignments are based on the classification of their charges, whether felony or misdemeanor, to ensure proper management and safety within the facility.

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 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.

Inmate workers are chosen based on conduct and cooperation with staff. Participation in the community service program can sometimes reduce sentences. Commissary is available weekly, with orders submitted via kiosk two days in advance. On holidays, there may be increased spending limits. Upon receiving commissary items, inmates must present their ID, check their order, and sign for it in the presence of the commissary employee. Indigent inmates are provided with all essential basic hygiene items including USPS stamps and writing materials.

Inmate Locator

To utilize the Inmate Search page on InmateAid, begin by selecting the relevant prison facility in Colorado. This allows you to view the current list of inmates housed at Washington County CO Detention Center.

The second section features the InmateAid Inmate Search tool, providing a user-generated database of inmates. You can access this resource to utilize any of InmateAid's services. If you require assistance in creating an inmate profile to maintain communication, please contact us at aid@inmateaid.com, and we'll gladly help you locate your loved one.

As a last resort, you might have to pay for that information if we do not have it. The Arrest Record Search will cost you a small amount, but their data is the freshest available and for that reason, they charge to access it.

Visitation Information

On-Site Visitation:
Visitation is conducted through the HomeWAV Video Visitation platform. www.HomeWAV.com | 844-394-6639
All visitors are required to create an account on the HomeWAV website. Persons under the age of 18 years must be accompanied by an adult with a valid HomeWAV account. During the visit, the visitor and the inmate must be logged in under their credentials. No sharing visits by visitors or inmates. 30-minute visits per inmate per week are allowed for on-site visitation.
On-site visitations are scheduled 24 hours in advance pending visitor approval. Visitors are responsible for scheduling visits.

  • Video Calls are 50 Cents per minute
  • Voice Calls are 25 Cents per minute
  • Text Messages are .03 per text message

On-site visits are available during the following times:
Saturday & Sunday: Not Available
Monday: 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Tuesday: 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Wednesday: 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Thursday: 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Friday: 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

CLOSED ON ALL NATIONAL HOLIDAYS

Remote Video Visitation is available:
By using the Washington County Jail video visitation equipment, you are subject to recording and monitoring.
All visitors must dress appropriately, suggested attire should be appropriate to wear around small children.
No recording devices, cell phones or cameras are allowed in the visitation area of the jail.
Please leave these items in your vehicle.
No flashing or obscene behavior will be tolerated. Any visitor found to be in violation will be blocked from all future visits.

The HomeWAV app can be downloaded on the Apple or Google Apps on your phone.

Inmate Visitation Rules
1. Inmates will not share visits. Inmates may not start a visit and
allow another inmate to finish the visit.
2. No rude behavior.
3. No flashing or showing of body parts or lewd behavior.
4. Visitors are not allowed to use cell phones or recording devices
to show body parts or lewd behavior.
5. You must see the inmate you sign in to see during your visit.
6. Profanity will not be tolerated. Any violation can result in
permanent suspension.
7. Visitation privileges may be terminated for any reason with or
without cause as directed by the Jail Administrator or designee.
8. Visitors are not allowed to operate motor vehicles during
visitation.
9. Per Colorado State law your child must be in a proper restraint system while the vehicle is moving.
10. No 3rd party calls
11. No inmate-to-inmate correspondence or communication.

Must be over the age of 18 to set up a Homewav account.

If an inmate violates the rules listed above, there will be a loss of up to 30 days restriction of visitation. If a visitor violates the rules listed above, they will lose visitation privileges until they have spoken to the Jail Administrator.

Ask The Inmate

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