Ouray County Sheriff

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs - Ouray County Sheriff

1. Does Ouray County Sheriff have its own jail?
   No, Ouray Co Sheriff does not operate a full-time jail. Individuals who are arrested are typically held for processing and then transferred to a nearby contracted regional detention facility or another county jail.

2. Where are arrestees taken after being processed at Ouray County Sheriff?
   After processing, individuals are transferred to a nearby contracted county jail or regional detention center, which houses inmates for the Ouray Co Sheriff on a per-inmate fee basis.

3. How long can someone be held at Ouray County Sheriff before being transferred?
   Ouray County Sheriff can only detain individuals for a short period, usually under 72 hours, before moving to a contracted detention facility.

4. How can I find out where someone was transferred after being arrested by Ouray County Sheriff?
   You can check the inmate-locator on the county-website or call 970-325-7272 for information. In most cases, individuals are sent to another contracted facility.

5. What happens during the booking process at Ouray Co Sheriff?
   Booking includes fingerprinting, photographing, medical screening, and a background check. After processing, arrestees are held temporarily before being transferred to a detention facility.

6. Can I post bail for someone arrested by Ouray Co Sheriff?
   Yes, bail can be posted through the County Courthouse or the contracted detention facility where the individual is housed. Bail information can be obtained by contacting 970-325-7272.

7. What are the visitation rules for inmates arrested by Ouray County Sheriff?
   Ouray County Sheriff does not handle inmate visitation. Visitation is managed by the detention facility where the inmate is housed. Check the website of the contracted jail for visitation policies.

8. Can an attorney visit someone arrested by Ouray Co Sheriff?
   Yes, attorneys can visit clients at the detention facility where they are housed. Contact the contracted jail directly to schedule legal visits.

9. How can I send money to someone arrested by Ouray County Sheriff?
   Funds must be sent to the contracted detention center’s commissary system, not the Ouray County Sheriff. Visit the http://ouraycountyco.gov/152/Sheriff of the facility where the inmate is housed for deposit options.

10. What happens if an arrestee requires medical attention while in Ouray County Sheriff custody?
    Individuals with medical needs receive basic screening at the Ouray County Sheriff. If serious medical attention is required, they may be transported to a hospital or receive treatment at the contracted detention facility after transfer.

11. Does Ouray County Sheriff handle long-term incarceration?
    No, Ouray County Sheriff only handles short-term holding for processing and transport. All long-term incarceration is managed by contracted county jails or regional detention centers.

12. What happens if someone is arrested in Ouray County Sheriff’s jurisdiction but has charges elsewhere?
    If an arrestee has warrants in another jurisdiction, they may be held briefly at Ouray County Sheriff for processing before being transferred to the requesting jurisdiction or a contracted jail.

13. How do I retrieve personal property from someone arrested by Ouray County Sheriff?
    Personal property is typically held at the Sheriff's Office until the individual is transferred. If the inmate is moved to another jail, property may be sent along or picked up by an authorized person at Ouray County Sheriff’s evidence division.

14. Can Ouray County Sheriff refuse to take an arrestee due to jail overcrowding?
    Ouray County Sheriff does not operate its own jail, so capacity limitations depend on the contracted jail facility. In cases of overcrowding, alternative arrangements may be made with other regional jails.

15. Does Ouray County Sheriff offer house arrest or electronic monitoring programs?
    In most cases, house arrest and electronic monitoring are managed by the county probation office or the contracted detention facility, not the Ouray County Sheriff.

16. Can Ouray County Sheriff issue arrest warrants?
    Yes, the Ouray County Sheriff can request and execute arrest warrants, but detainees are transferred to another facility for holding. Warrant information can be checked through the county court records.

17. How do I report a complaint about an arrest made by Ouray County Sheriff deputies?
    Complaints can be filed with the Sheriff’s Office Internal Affairs Division. In serious cases, complaints may be reviewed by Colorado’s law enforcement oversight agency.

18. How can I find out about upcoming court dates for someone arrested by Ouray County Sheriff?
    Court dates are scheduled by the county court system. You can search court dockets online or contact the County Clerk’s Office for hearing details.