Westminster Jail Roster

Jail roster records for Westminster show people arrested by Westminster Police and held at either Adams County or Jefferson County detention facilities. Westminster sits in two counties, so arrests go to different jails depending on where the arrest happened.

Two Counties Handle Westminster Arrests

Westminster is split between Adams County and Jefferson County. Most of the city sits in Adams County, but a part is in Jefferson County. This means Westminster Police take arrested people to one of two jails. If the arrest happens in the Adams County part of Westminster, the person goes to Adams County Detention Center in Brighton. If the arrest is in the Jefferson County part, they go to Jefferson County Detention Center in Golden.

To find someone arrested in Westminster, you may need to check both jail rosters. Start with Adams County since most of Westminster is in that county. If you do not find the person there, check Jefferson County. Both counties post their jail rosters online. The rosters update every hour, so new bookings appear fast.

For full details on each jail system, visit the Adams County jail roster page and the Jefferson County jail roster page. These pages explain how each county handles booking, bond, and inmate services.

Westminster Jail Facilities

Adams County Detention Center is the main jail for most Westminster arrests. It sits in Brighton, about 20 minutes north of Westminster. The jail is large and modern. It holds over 1,600 inmates. CoreCivic runs the jail under contract with Adams County. The facility has housing units for men and women. It also has special units for inmates with mental health needs.

Jefferson County Detention Center serves the southern part of Westminster. This jail is in Golden, just west of Westminster. It is also a large jail with space for hundreds of inmates. Jefferson County operates the jail directly. No private company is involved. The jail handles people waiting for trial and those serving short sentences.

Both jails run 24 hours a day. Booking happens any time day or night. When Westminster Police arrest someone, they figure out which county the arrest happened in. Then they drive the person to the right jail. The drive usually takes 15 to 30 minutes. Once at the jail, deputies take over and start the booking process. This includes fingerprints, photos, and a background check. The whole process takes two to four hours on average.

If you need to find someone from Westminster, you must know which part of the city they were arrested in. If you are not sure, check both jail rosters. The online search tools are free and easy to use. You just need the person's name to start.

How to Search the Westminster Jail Roster

To search for inmates from Westminster, start with the Adams County jail roster at adamscosheriff.net/portal/jail. Type in the last name. If that is a common name, add the first name too. The system shows all matching inmates. Each record lists the charge, bond amount, and booking date. Click on a name to see more details.

If you do not find the person in Adams County, try the Jefferson County jail roster at www.jeffco.us/660/Inmate-Lookup-Tool. The search works the same way. Enter the last name and look through the results. Both rosters are public and free to search. You do not need to give a reason or show ID.

The rosters update every hour or so. If someone was just arrested in Westminster, it may take a few hours for their name to show up. The booking process takes time. Once it is done, the record goes online right away. If the online search does not work or you need help, call the jail directly. Adams County Detention Center is at 303-654-1850. Jefferson County Detention Center is at 303-271-5444. Staff can look up inmates by phone if you give them the full name and date of birth.

Westminster Arrest and Booking Process

Westminster Police arrest people for crimes in the city. After arrest, they figure out which county the arrest happened in. Then they drive the person to either Adams County Detention Center or Jefferson County Detention Center. Most arrests in Westminster go to Adams County since most of the city is in that county. The drive to Brighton takes about 20 minutes from central Westminster. The drive to Golden is about 15 minutes from the southern part of Westminster.

At the jail, deputies take over from Westminster Police. They start the booking process right away. This includes recording all arrest info, taking fingerprints, and taking a photo. They also check the person for warrants from other places. If there are no holds, they set bond based on the charge. Many charges have a standard bond amount, so the person can post bail right after booking. More serious charges require a court hearing before bond is set.

Colorado law requires a first appearance within 48 hours if the person stays in custody. This rule comes from C.R.S. § 16-5-105. Most Westminster arrests result in a quick court date. If the person posts bond, they do not need to wait for that hearing. They just pay and go home. If they cannot afford bond, they stay in jail until the judge holds the first appearance hearing.

The booking record goes on the public jail roster as soon as it is done. You can see the charge, the bond amount, and which agency made the arrest. If Westminster Police arrested the person, it will say so on the record. This helps families and lawyers figure out where the case will be heard and what happens next.

How Inmates Are Released

Inmates from Westminster leave jail in a few ways. Most post bond and go home within hours. Bond can be paid at the jail. You can use cash, a card, or a bail bond company. Both Adams County and Jefferson County jails have bond windows open all the time. Once bond posts, the jail needs one to three hours to finish paperwork and check for other holds before releasing the person.

Some people get out without paying bond. This is called release on recognizance. The court lets them go if they promise to come back for court dates. This happens more for minor charges or for people with strong ties to the area. People released on recognizance just sign a form and walk out. They may have to check in with pretrial services later.

Others stay in custody until their case ends. If found not guilty, they go free that day. If sentenced to time served, they also leave right away. People sentenced to more jail time either stay at the county jail or move to state prison if the sentence is over a year. Once someone leaves custody, the jail roster shows they are no longer in the system. This tells you they were released, sentenced, or moved somewhere else.

Visiting, Calls, and Commissary

Inmates at Adams County and Jefferson County jails can have visitors, make phone calls, and buy items from commissary. All these services have rules. Visits happen by video. You do not go inside the jail. Remote video visits let you connect from home. There is a fee for each remote visit. In-person visits use kiosks in the jail lobby. These are free but you must book ahead. Each visit lasts about 20 to 30 minutes.

To set up a video visit at Adams County Detention Center, go to the vendor website linked from the sheriff's site. You need to make an account and pick a time. All visitors must be approved before they can visit. The jail checks your ID and background. Once approved, you can schedule visits as often as the rules allow. Jefferson County has a similar system. Check the county website for details on their video visit vendor.

Phone calls work through a vendor. Inmates can call approved numbers. All calls are either collect or prepaid. If you set up a prepaid account, the inmate can call you without charging you each time. Calls are recorded except calls to lawyers. Inmates get a set amount of time per day to make calls. They cannot receive incoming calls, only make outgoing calls. Securus handles calls for many Colorado jails including these two.

Commissary is the jail store. Inmates use money in their account to buy snacks, hygiene items, and other approved items. You can put money on an inmate account online or at a kiosk in the jail. Commissary orders happen once or twice a week. Items cost more than at regular stores, but it is the only way inmates can get these things while in custody. Both Adams County and Jefferson County allow online commissary deposits. Check each county's website for instructions.

Colorado Laws on Jail Records

Jail rosters in Colorado are public records. Under C.R.S. § 17-26-118, jails must keep daily records of all inmates. These records include name, charge, booking date, and bond amount. The law says this info must be open to the public. That is why both Adams County and Jefferson County post their jail rosters online. Anyone can look up inmates without giving a reason.

C.R.S. § 24-72-202 is the Colorado Open Records Act. It says government records are public unless a law says otherwise. Jail rosters fall under this rule. Basic booking info like name and charge is always public. Some details stay private, like medical records or info that could risk safety. But the core data about who is in custody and why must be shared with anyone who asks. This applies to all arrests in Westminster and across the state.

Colorado favors openness for criminal justice records. The idea is that the public has a right to know who is in jail and what they are charged with. Critics say public rosters can hurt people who are later found not guilty, but the law sides with transparency. If you are arrested in Westminster, your name and charge will be on either the Adams County or Jefferson County jail roster for anyone to see.

Nearby Colorado Cities

Several other major Colorado cities are near Westminster and use the same jail systems or nearby detention centers. If you cannot find someone on the Westminster-area rosters, check these other locations.

• Denver (Denver County)
• Thornton (Adams and Weld Counties)
• Arvada (Jefferson County)
• Lakewood (Jefferson County)
• Aurora (Adams and Arapahoe Counties)

Adams and Jefferson County Jail Rosters

Westminster arrests are handled by Adams County and Jefferson County, which operate separate detention centers for the area. For more on these detention facilities, inmate rights, and related records, visit the county jail roster pages.

View Adams County Jail Roster View Jefferson County Jail Roster