Costilla County Jail Mugshots and Inmate Records

The Costilla County Sheriff's Office in San Luis maintains all jail mugshots and inmate records for this historic San Luis Valley county. The facility handles bookings for the oldest town in Colorado and surrounding communities.

You can search for current inmates by calling the Sheriff's Office directly. For detailed booking records or mugshots, submit a formal request with specific identifying information. Staff can help you locate inmates and obtain the records you need from Costilla County's detention facility.

How to Search for Costilla County Inmates

Costilla County does not provide online access to inmate records. You must contact the Sheriff's Office by telephone. Dial 719-672-3301 for custody inquiries. Staff can confirm if someone is currently held. They may provide additional details about charges and bonds.

VINELink serves as an alternative resource. This national system tracks inmates across many jurisdictions. Search online using the person's name. Register for release notifications at no charge. The service is available 24 hours daily.

For detailed records including mugshots, submit a written request. Include as much identifying information as possible. Full names and approximate dates help staff locate records. The Sheriff's Office will process your request. Response times vary based on workload and request complexity.

Contact the Costilla County Sheriff's Office

Use the following information to reach the Sheriff's Office. They handle all questions about inmates and booking photos.

• Address: 103 Gasper St., San Luis, CO 81152
• Phone: 719-672-3301
• Fax: 719-672-3303
• Emergency: 911
• Website: Costilla County Sheriff

San Luis is a small community in southern Colorado. Office hours may be limited. Always call before visiting. The detention facility operates continuously. Public access requires advance notice.

Requesting Records Under CCJRA

Costilla County follows CCJRA procedures for records requests. Under C.R.S. § 24-72-305.5, anyone requesting a copy of a booking photo must sign a statement affirming that the photo will not be used in a publication or on a website that requires payment to remove or delete the photo.

Anyone requesting mugshots must complete a statement. This affirms that records will not be used for commercial gain. You cannot use photos on pay-to-remove websites. This is mandated by C.R.S. § 24-72-305.5. Annual certifications are available for frequent requesters.

Costs are set by state law. Expect to pay $0.25 per page for copies. Staff research time may incur hourly charges up to $41.37. The first hour is typically complimentary. Specific requests process faster than broad inquiries. Include all known details to expedite your request.

Nearby Counties

Costilla County shares borders with several other counties in the San Luis Valley region. Check these jurisdictions if your search is unsuccessful.

San Luis serves as the county seat. The area has deep cultural roots in Hispanic settlement. Law enforcement maintains order in this rural region. The county is sparsely populated. Arrests are relatively infrequent compared to urban areas.