Bent County Jail Booking Records
Bent County provides online access to police blotter records through the Sheriff's Office. The county uses InmateInfo.net for public inmate searches. Located in southeastern Colorado, Bent County serves the Las Animas area with modern records access. The Sheriff's Office also houses inmates from Cheyenne County under contract arrangements.
Bent County InmateInfo System
The Bent County Sheriff's Office uses InmateInfo.net for online inmate searches. This system displays current jail bookings and custody status. Users can search by name to find inmates housed at the facility. Each record shows booking dates, charges, and bond information.
Access the inmate search at InmateInfo.net. No account is required to view the public roster. The system updates regularly as bookings occur. Family members can check custody status remotely.
The InmateInfo system provides access to Bent County jail booking records.
Bent County Sheriff's Office
The Sheriff's Office is located in Las Animas, the county seat. For records requests and inmate inquiries, call 719-456-1363. Staff can provide information about custody status and visiting procedures. The jail also houses inmates from Cheyenne County under an intergovernmental agreement.
Colorado Criminal Justice Records Act procedures apply to all formal record requests. Some documents may require written applications. Processing times depend on request complexity and current workload.
Requesting Criminal Justice Records
Formal records requests can be submitted to the Bent County Sheriff's Office. Contact staff to determine available documents and required procedures. Written requests may be needed for detailed incident reports. A pecuniary gain affirmation is typically required.
Response times vary based on the nature of the request. Simple custody inquiries can often be handled by phone. Detailed reports may require additional processing time.
Regional Jail Services
Bent County provides jail services for Cheyenne County under contract. This arrangement allows smaller counties to share correctional resources. Inmates from both counties may appear in the Bent County roster. Housing agreements like this are common in rural Colorado.
Visiting hours and procedures apply to all inmates housed at the facility. Family members should confirm custody status before visiting. Commissary and phone services are available to inmates.
Additional Record Sources
For statewide criminal history, use the CBI Internet Criminal History Check System. This covers Bent County arrests along with all Colorado jurisdictions.
The Colorado VINE system offers custody status tracking. Crime victims receive automatic release notifications. Registration is free.
Court records are accessible through the Colorado Judicial Docket Search. This shows case status from filing through disposition.