Phillips County Jail – Holyoke, CO

Phillips County Jail is located in Phillips County and is the jail for that area. Looking for somebody locked up in Phillips County Jail? This guide gives you all about everything a person needs to know about Phillips County Jailsuch as the following: Find an inmate at Phillips County Jail. Find inmate mugshots. The jail’s phone number and address. Bail and bail bondsmen. Phillips County Jail intake procedures. Court records. And much more…

The prospect of getting arrested and going to jail is a scary and stressful situation, not only for the person who goes to jail, but also that person’s family, friends, and loved ones. This guide is designed to give you information and advice that you need to make the process a little less stressful. If you have a question, just ask them, and any comments or feedback that would be beneficial to other people in the same situation would be much appreciated.

Do you have a family member, loved one, or friend in jail and want to contact them?

Do you know someone that has been arrested and you want to find out where they are?

In order to look up who is in jail at Phillips County Jail you need to visit their link and use the inmate lookup.

The Phillips County Jail Inmate Lookup is a list of persons currently in custody, which includes current status, how much their bail is, and visiting schedule. Also, you can get information on anybody arrested and booked or discharged within the past 24 hours. Inmates are listed in alphabetical order by their last name. You will be able to locate their inmate information fast if you’ve got their first and last name, date of birth, or inmate ID Number.

If the person you’re searching for could possibly be at another jail you should look here: Colorado County Jails Listing

A mugshot, or jail processing picture, is the photo taken by the police during jail intake processing. A mugshot is made up of one full face photo and a profile picture. Your full name and booking number will appear on the mugshot, and they’re stored.

Mugshots of inmates can be seen on the Phillips County Jail website, or you can go in person to the Phillips County Jail. When you search for mugshots on the website you will have to input their legal name, and the arrest date, if you have it.

Are you trying to figure out what to do in order to have your mugshot taken down from the Phillips County Jail site? This can be tricky, since the mugshot is a matter of public record. To get your mugshot taken down you have to file a ‘Petition to Expunge’. What this means is that the record of your arrest will be sealed, so no one will be able to see them. Unfortunately, this happens very rarely.

Read our in-depth tutorial about getting your mugshot taken down, the different mugshot websites, and the mugshot removal websites: Mugshot Removal

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Naturally, if you are in jail, your only thought is about getting out. After you’ve gone through booking, your bail amount will be determined either through a preset bail schedule or a magistrate. If there is no bail set this can mean that you will either be free to go until your court date, or you have to stay in jail until your trial.

If you are released from jail you will have to promise to go to your court date, and in the meantime you won’t be permitted to go out of town.

In most cases, an inmate at Phillips County Jail are given an early release in exchange for good behavior when they don’t break the rules and don’t cause any problems while they’re in jail.

If you do exhibit good behavior and the jail believes you can be trusted, you might be allowed to do work release. You will either have to go back to the jail at the end of the day when you’re finished working, or you could have the chance to move to a halfway house instead of the jail.

Your bail is how much money that you have to pay to the courts to be released from jail pending trial. The amount you will have to pay is determined by the seriousness of your crime. Someone you know will need to pay to the courts 10 percent of the total amount that was determined in order for you to be released from jail. If you fail to show up for court, the person that bailed you out of jail will lose all of the bail money.

To find out how much bail money you will need to bail someone out of jail must call the Phillips County Jail or the County Courthouse. If you have all the person’s info, including name, address and date of birth, they’ll let you know how much their bail is. Also, you can find out how much their bail is on the jail website.

Posting bail to get out of jail is never fun, but thankfully, its easy if you have the money. First of all, you need to find out if it is a “Cash Bond Only”. If it is, you will not be able to use the services of a Bail Bondsman. Cash only – they can’t accept a personal check. As soon as you’ve posted (paid) bond, the prisoner will be released to your care. If this person doesn’t violate any of the terms of their release, the bail money you posted will be returned to you.

If their bail has been set too high, or you just can’t afford it, you should hire a bail bondsman. They generally have a fee of 10 to 15 percent of the total amount of bail set, and sometimes have a minimum fee of $100. The amount you pay to the bondsman will not be returned to you and has to be paid in cash. If the bail has been set really high, the bail bondsman will request to use assets as collateral.

To talk to a local bail bondsman go to: Find a Bail Bondsman in Phillips County

Have you ever hired a bail bondsman to bail someone out of jail? If you have, leave a comment below and tell your story, and let us know how it worked out for you.

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In the state of Colorado the amount of bail you pay is pre-determined using by the Guide to Bail Bonds in Colorado, but the magistrate or judge has the final say on how high your bail is set. The bail schedule lists every crime defined by Colorado and the specific amount of bail for each crime.

• Get Time Off For Good Behavior
• Get Out on Work Release
• Released For Time Served
• Get Out on a Pre-Trial Release Program
• Get Out on House Arrest
• Own Recognizance

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The intake procedure is made up of these steps:

• You will be placed in a waiting area or cell. When the jail is busy, you will have to wait, sometimes for many hours, before you get processed.
• You have to answer some basic questions, like your full name, address, birthdate and contact person.
• They’ll also ask you about your medical and mental history.
• You will be issued an inmate ID number.
• You will be fingerprinted.
• You will have your mugshot taken.
• Any property you have will be taken from you and stored until you get discharged from jail.
• You will get to make a phone call in order to call a member of your family, friend, or bondsman to arrange bail.
• If they expect that you will make bail and be released quickly, you will be allowed to keep wearing your own clothes, otherwise you will be issued a jail uniform – the jumpsuit.

Have you been arrested and gone through jail intake? If you have, please tell us how it happened. How long did you have to wait? What was your treatment like? Can you tell us secrets that will help other people make it through jail processing?

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When you post bail, you will get discharged from jail. Getting discharged from jail may take from 30 minutes to hours or even all day long. Or, simply, the faster bail is posted, the quicker you will get discharged. Also, how fast you get released might depend on whether you’ve got a bond amount or if the judge still needs to figure out the bail amount. For a minor charge, you will be booked and then released on your recognizance without having to pay bail. When you have served out your jail sentence and have a date of your release, expect to get discharged between 9am and noon.

If the police have a, or if you have to begin your sentence in jail, you really should follow the rules and turn yourself in willingly. If you have a warrant, go down to the jail processing area, and tell an officer that you think they might have an outstanding arrest warrant out for you. They will do a check to find out if there is an arrest warrant for you, and if they verify that you have one, they will ask that you surrender yourself and you will be taken into custody. When reporting to serve a sentence, go to the jail at the time and date that the sentence order states. Make sure that you get don’t get there late, or they may decide to arrest you. Just bring required items with you, for example a driver’s license or photo ID, any prescription medication you might take, as well as a copy of the sentencing order.

Inmates have to provide information about each visitor to the jail. This information will go in a log of visitors for the requesting inmate. All visitors will have to provide acceptable photo identification when visiting an inmate. Visitors that arrives for visitation late or that is not an approved visitor will be turned away.
Visitation procedures change often, so it would be wise to review the official site before you try to go to visitation.

Phone calls that inmates are allowed to make from jail are with a pre-paid phone card or account, or are collect calls . These phone calls are generally pricier than phone calls made at home. Inmates are able to make phone calls, with restrictions on how often you can use the phone, but inmates should keep in mind that you are just one of many people who want to talk to their loved ones. If you break the jail rules, phone calls might get cut back or eliminated completely.

Phone Number: 907-854-3644

All inmate mail is required to be sent using the actual US Postal Service, and not courier or delivery, or hand delivered. You shouldn’t use any other method of delivery. Clearly print the name, inmate number, and the address of the jail on the envelope. Do not mail a package or box, envelope with padding, bag, or an envelope with metal inside. All mail is opened and examined by the jail administration, and will be returned if the jail decides it is inappropriate.

The address that you should use if you are sending a letter to an inmate at Phillips County Jail is:

Phillips County Jail
221 S Interocean Ave
Holyoke, CO 80734

Here is how you should address the letter:

[INMATE’S FULL NAME]
[INMATE ID]
Phillips County Jail
221 S Interocean Ave
Holyoke, CO 80734

The mail policy at Phillips County Jail is always changing, so we suggest that you review the site when you send a letter.

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If you get arrested, you should know you still have rights, the first of which is that you have the right to request a lawyer. You don’t get to make many phone calls when you get arrested, so you would be wise to have a friend or family member locate a lawyer when you call. You’re probably asking yourself ‘why do I need a lawyer?’ You are not required to have an attorney for some criminal charges, a criminal defense attorney will make sure you know your rights, protect your interests and show you the way through the court system in your county. The sooner you get an attorney working on your situation, the better off you’ll be.

For more info on this subject, go to: How to Find an Attorney

If you’ve been arrested and don’t have the money to hire an attorney, the courts will assign you a public defender, which is a free lawyer. In addition, the Public Defender Office has a number of staff such as investigators, experts in forensics as well as case workers. You should be reassured that Public Defenders are real lawyers that are members of the State Bar and are fully licensed to handle your case.

Have you or someone you know had to use a Public Defender? What was your experience?

Court records are public and available to anyone who requests them. They have a court case file containing a sheet called a docket sheet and all of the documents and motions that have been filed in your case. You, and anyone else, can access the records and documents in your court case with the website, or by going to the Clerk of Court’s office where the case was filed.

The Clerk of Court is an officer and clerk of the court who maintains court records. The Clerk of Court also administer the oath during court cases, and also read the verdict when decided by the jury. All court records associated with your case are kept at Phillips County Clerk of Court office.

Court fees and costs are the charges from your court case, which include filing charges, motion and claim fees, and court appearance fees. If you cannot afford these fees and have been assigned a Public Defender, you may not have to pay the fees.

The magistrate is the judge that rules over your case. Magistrates are judges that do many different things, such as setting your bail amount, writing arrest warrants, and presiding over first court appearances and detention proceedings.

A pre-sentencing report is completed with information about the defendant’s background and information about the arrestee’s life history, which the magistrate will review and take into consideration when determining a sentence. Information and personal details will be gathered from the defendant, his or her family, and, if applicable, the victim of the crime. Bear in mind that you can request to have your own copy of the report before sentencing, and make sure that you correct any inaccurate information.

After you are convicted of a crime, you will be given a sentence for your crime. There are several different options for sentencing, ranging from community service, house arrest, and probation, to prison or jail time. Depending on the particulars of your trial, the severity of your crime, and any sentencing guidelines that they judge will use, you might get taken into custody immediately, or you could receive a date that you must go to jail to do your time.

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Do you want to find out if a family member or friend is currently in jail, or has been an inmate in the past?

You can you will have to access the Phillips County jail website and do an inmate search lookup, and do a search using:

• Name.
• Date of birth.
• Their approximate booking date.
• and their jail ID.

If you think that they are currently in jail, you can call the jail get confirmation.

If you think you have a warrant out for your arrest, you can check arrest warrants inquiry online or you are able to call the court directly. You have to have the person’s first and last name. Or, you can just go down to the jail and inquire at the information desk. Bear in mind that if there is an arrest warrant out for you, you will be taken into custody immediately.

If you know a person’s name, and their arrest date, contact the jail, either by phone, in person, or look online. Arrest records are public record and the information is available to anyone.

A Civil Process is when you get served with legal papers, like a court order. You can access civil process orders by getting in touch with the Sheriff’s office, online or by phone.

All people registered as sex offenders must be registered and listed on either a national or state sex offender database. Those listed on these databases have been convicted in a court of law of a sex crime. You are able to see these offenders online, but remember that you will not be able to get the actual address, rather the block that they live on.

Court Records are public records. They include a court case file that contains a docket sheet and any filings and documents filed in the case. You can access your court records on the website, or at Clerk of Court office in the county where the case was filed.

Every state keeps a record of someone’s criminal background. These databases are linked together so you are able to track criminal histories from any other state. You are able to go to the county courthouse and check in person or you can check the website. It helps to know the county, and in the event that it was in a different state, you might have to pay for a more complete search.

A criminal records search you are able to find out if someone has been arrested, charged, or convicted for the following crimes:

• DUI or DWI.
• Drug Possession.
• Kidnapping.
• Sex offenses which could include rape, and sexual assault.
• Violent crimes.
• Property crimes like theft or larceny.

When you do a criminal history search, in most cases will not find out if they had:

• Speeding tickets.
• Drivers license revoked or suspended.
• Traffic accidents.
• Moving violations.
• Parking Tickets.

To get driving histories, you must do a driving records search.

Have you ever needed to find criminal records? How easy was it? Was your search online or did you call the Phillips County courthouse? Did you get information that was correct? There are plenty of reasons that people look up criminal records and backgrounds, and your comments may help other people.

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Most Wanted

For Federal crimes, the FBI maintains a list of the Ten Most Wanted Criminals. In Phillips County, the Phillips County Sheriff’s Department keeps their own list of most wanted criminals and fugitives.

FBI Ten Most Wanted List: External Link

Phillips County Top Ten Most Wanted List: Link


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Life In Jail / What Its Like

Daily Life

Everyone knows that serving a jail sentence in Phillips County Jail is no fun, soon you will get accustomed to the daily routine there. You will get a wake-up alarm at about six in the morning, and next you’ll have roll call. You will then have breakfast. When you finish eating breakfast you will be required to work in the work program that you’ve been assigned to. This could be working in the kitchen, laundry, or some sort of manufacturing job. While this may seem tedious, it may help you when you leave jail, as you are gaining experience in a certain field of work. Other inmates go to school, while some take part in mandated treatment programs. After lunch, there will be another roll call, then back to work. Your evening will be spent either in your cell or a common room. During this time dinner is served and you will be expected to take a shower. After another roll call, it’s lights out. Even though you will be confined to your cell, there may be enough light to read or write letters. Then again, most inmates welcome lights out, and try to get as much sleep as they can.

Most people are frightened at the idea of jail because they don’t know what to expect. If you have spent any time in Phillips County Jail, your experiences would be welcomed, if it can help another person to deal with it.

Dress Code

When incarcerated, all inmates are expected to wear the Phillips County Jail uniform. This is normally a jumpsuit or scrubs. Of note to anyone visiting an inmate – you must be properly dressed. Any clothing considered inappropriate will not be permitted.

How To Send Money to an Inmate

You will have your own ‘bank account’ while in jail. This money is used to purchase items from the Commissary. Family and friends can deposit money into this account for you, and any money you earn while in prison will also be deposited into your account. Outside money can be paid in to your account via a money order, cash or check. If someone sends a check or money order, make sure that they write your inmate ID on it. The maximum amount you are allowed in your account is $290 per month.

The rules for sending money to someone in jail at Phillips County Jail can change, so you should visit the official website when you send any funds.


Commissary

The commissary is the jail store. You can purchase a number of things here, such as toiletries, snacks and writing supplies. Bear in mind that you will probably want to use the commissary daily, and any infractions will get that privilege taken away from you.

Inmate Medications

If you are on any type of prescription medication, you will be allowed to continue taking it while in jail. When you are first processed, you will be asked what medication you take. You will then be referred to the jail nurse or doctor who will be in charge of monitoring your health and prescribing your medication.

Meals

You will get three meals a day: breakfast, lunch and dinner. As expected, they are very basic, but healthy. A typical breakfast might be cereal, toast, coffee and fruit. Lunch might be spaghetti, salad, bread and milk. Dinner could be chicken casserole, rice, vegetables, dessert and milk. Contrary to popular belief, prison food has greatly improved over the years, and you might find that it’s not much different from what you would eat at home.

Pods / The Yard

The jail is designed in a ‘pod’ layout, with self-contained housing arranged around an outdoor yard. Each pod has a central control station and a common room, and the inmates take turns in using the yard. The jail is designed this way to keep certain inmates together, and others away from the general population.

Gangs

As with life in general, gangs are a part of prison life. Obviously it is best to avoid becoming a part of this environment as it will only lead to trouble. When you first enter prison, you might find yourself being ‘primed’ to join a gang, or worse, you might get their attention in a negative way. The best thing to do is keep your head down and don’t get involved.


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News and Media

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Jobs

Types of Jobs at Phillips County Jail

The Deputy Sheriff is the second in command at the Phillips County Jail, overseeing the day to day operations and administration of the jail. An inmate is unlikely to have much interaction with the Deputy Sheriff, unless they have committed an infraction. Detention Officers are responsible for the custody and care of the inmates. They maintain order in the jail, and handle security. A Detention Officer is assigned to a certain pod, and therefore is responsible for the same inmates each day. They get to know the inmates on a certain level and are well equipped to handle any problems that may occur.

Apply for a Job at Phillips County Jail

Requirements:

• You have to be over the age of 21.
• You have to possess a High School Diploma or GED
• You have to be a US Citizen.
• You have to pass a Criminal, Credit and Driving History background check.
• You have to pass a drug test.
• You have to have a good level of fitness.
• You have to be in good health.
• You have to have a valid Driver’s License
• An applicant for Deputy Sheriff must possess a Law Enforcement Certification.


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Family Resources

There are resources for families of both the perpetrator of the crime and the victim. The social and emotional impact of crime is far reaching, affecting many. Families can receive professional counseling, court related assistance, social services assistance and help in navigating the criminal justice system.

If you are a family member, which resources did you find to be particularly helpful? Please let us know, as this will be helpful to other families in the same situation.

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Victim Resources

Important Note: If you, or someone you know, are in immediate danger, call 911.

Victim’s Rights

The Victim Rights Act grants victims the following rights:

• Victims have the right to protection from the accused.
• Victims have the right to notification.
• Victims have the right to attend proceedings.
• Victims have the right to speak at criminal justice proceedings.
• Victims have the right to consult with the prosecuting attorney.
• Victims have the right to restitution.
• Victims have the right to a speedy trial.
• Victims have the right to be treated with fairness, dignity and respect.

The definition of victim includes:

• Spouses and children of all victims.
• Parents and guardians of minor victims.
• Parents, guardians and siblings of mentally or physically incapacitated victims or victims of homicide.
• Foster parents or other caregivers, under certain circumstances.

There are a number of services and programs designed to help victims and their families. You can find out about these services by contacting the courthouse, or local law enforcement agency.

Victim Notification

The Department of Justice Victim Notification System (VNS) is a system that provides victims with information pertaining to their case and/or any defendants in the case. You will receive a Victim Identification Number (VIN) and a Personal Identification Number (PIN) that will allow you to access VNS via the internet or by phone. Here, you will find information about future court hearings, historical court events, and detailed information about the defendant. This will include criminal charges filed, the outcome of charges, sentence imposed, custody location, projected release date and any other release information. The VNS website is updated daily. You will also receive any ongoing information by mail or email.

Have you, a family member or friend ever used the Victim Notification System? If so, was it effective? Did you get the information in a timely manner? Was the system difficult to use? We would like to hear from you, so please post any comments here.

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Sex Offender Information and Search

All people registered as sex offenders are registered on either a national or state sex offender database. The people on these databases have been convicted of a sex or kidnapping crime. You can access this information online, but bear in mind that you will not get the exact address, rather the block that they live on.

Domestic Violence

If you or someone you know is a victim of domestic violence, there are services to help you. Your county will have a Domestic Violence Services office. They provide free and confidential services, such as emergency shelter information, legal advocacy, support groups and domestic violence education. They will work to help you create a safe and violence-free life, and heal from the trauma of abuse.

Important Note: If you, or someone you know, are in immediate danger, call 911.


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Reviews

Reviews of this Jail

Have you ever spent any time at this jail? Do you know anybody that spent time there? Have you ever visited an inmate in this jail?

If so, then you should tell us about it. Write about your experience so other people will know what to expect.

Things you might want to put in the review:

• Jail conditions.
• Jail facility and layout
• Staff and guards
• Jail food and commissary
• Visitation
• Inmates.
• Prisoner safety
• Gangs
• Programs and activities


Let Everyone Know

Tell Your Story

Anyone who’s been in jail has a story to tell. Why were you locked up? Did you get fair treatment? How was life in jail? What about the other inmates? How did it affect you to go to jail?

Tell Your Story About Phillips County Jail

Send a Message to Your Cell Mate

Make some good friends in jail? Are you trying to find someone you met in jail? Say hello here, just leave a message below.

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Links and Resources

Main Phillips County Jail Website
Phillips County Jail Inmate Search
View Phillips County Jail Mugshots
Phillips County Jail Bail Amount Link

CO Bail Schedule

Phillips County Jail Visitation Procedures
Phillips County Jail Jail Mail Link
Locate an inmate at Phillips County Jail
Phillips County Jail Warrant Inquiry
Phillips County Jail Arrest Inquiry
Phillips County Jail Send Money Procedure
Phillips County Jail Jobs


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