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Pima County - Ajo Detention Center Arizona: Inmate Guide

Overview of the Facility

The Pima County - Ajo Detention Center is a small correctional facility located in Ajo, Arizona. It serves as a holding facility for individuals arrested in the western part of Pima County before they are transferred to the main Pima County Adult Detention Complex in Tucson.

Contact Information

Address: 1249 Well Road, Ajo, AZ 85321
Phone Number: (520) 387-7742
Website: Pima County Sheriff's Department Corrections

How to Locate an Inmate

To locate an inmate at the Ajo Detention Center, you can use the Pima County Sheriff's Department online inmate search tool available on their website. Alternatively, you can call the facility directly for information.

Visitation Information

Due to the temporary nature of this facility, visitation is typically not available at the Ajo Detention Center. Inmates are usually transferred to the main Pima County Adult Detention Complex in Tucson within 24-48 hours, where regular visitation policies apply.

How to Send Money

As inmates are typically held for short periods at this facility, it is recommended to wait until they are transferred to the main detention complex in Tucson before sending money. Once transferred, you can use the following methods:

  • Online: JailATM
  • Kiosk: Available at the main Pima County Adult Detention Complex
  • Mail: Money orders can be sent to the main facility

Phone Calls and Video Options

Phone services are limited at the Ajo Detention Center due to its temporary holding nature. Once transferred to the main facility, inmates have access to regular phone services through a contracted provider.

Inmate Services and Programs

As a temporary holding facility, the Ajo Detention Center does not offer extensive inmate services or programs. Basic medical care and meals are provided during the short stay.

Security and Management Information

The Ajo Detention Center is managed by the Pima County Sheriff's Department. It maintains strict security protocols to ensure the safety of inmates and staff during the short-term holding period.

Booking and Release Process

Inmates are booked into the Ajo Detention Center following arrest in the western part of Pima County. They undergo a brief intake process, including fingerprinting and initial health screening. Most inmates are then transferred to the main Pima County Adult Detention Complex in Tucson within 24-48 hours for further processing and potential release.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long are inmates typically held at the Ajo Detention Center?

Inmates are usually held at the Ajo Detention Center for 24-48 hours before being transferred to the main Pima County Adult Detention Complex in Tucson.

Can I visit an inmate at the Ajo Detention Center?

Due to the temporary nature of this facility, visitation is typically not available at the Ajo Detention Center. Visitation can be arranged once the inmate is transferred to the main detention complex in Tucson.

How can I send money to an inmate at the Ajo Detention Center?

It is recommended to wait until the inmate is transferred to the main Pima County Adult Detention Complex in Tucson before sending money. Once transferred, you can use online services, kiosks, or mail money orders to the main facility.

General Visiting and Contacting Information

We provide detailed visiting and contact information for Pima County - Ajo Detention Center. If you are have completed a Pima County - Ajo Detention Center inmate search and have located an inmate, the information on this page will help you to stay in contact. We help you send money to jail, send & receive text messages, and provide the address for in-person visits.

Sending Money

Inmates who are currently imprisoned in Pima County - Ajo Detention Center can receive money into their commissary account via money order, check or cash. Inmate visitors can also deposit money directly into the inmate's account at prison administrative office. Note: When sending the money via money order or check, mention the inmate id and full name on the back of the slip.

Sending a Package / Mail

You can send any mail to the inmates who are imprisoned in Pima County - Ajo Detention Center. Please send the mail or package to the address mentioned below.

Inmate Name,

Inmate ID,

1249 Ajo Well Road, Ajo, AZ, 85321

Please make sure the mail or package that you are sending comes under the list of approved items. For further clarification on the allowed items, contact the prison administration directly on 520-387-8511 .

Note: In case you want to send packages, you need to get prior approval from the prison administration. Contact the prison / jail staff for more information.

Phone calls

Inmates can call to any person outside who are on the approved members list between 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM. The cost of the call is beared by the receiver and the call can be of maximum 30 minutes. During rush hours, the calling time is reduced drastically to 10 minutes.

Visitation Rules

You need to get yourself registered in the visitors list before visiting any inmate in the prison. If you are visiting someone in Pima County - Ajo Detention Center, make sure you are in approved visitors list. Confirm with the prison authorities before coming to visit the inmate.

Listed below are the basic visitation rules which one must adhere to:

  • Visitor must not be a prior felon.
  • Visitor must have a valid government ID.
  • A legal guardian must be accompanied for children below 16 years of age.

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General Stats for Arizona

Arizona Total Number of Inmates

46,767

Arizona Total No. of Inmates

Number of people under Probation Supervision

72,946

Number of people under Probation Supervision

Prison population rate

453

Prison population rate: 100,000 residents

Parole Population

6,887

Parole Population

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

2,570

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

Inmates sentenced to more than 1 Year in private prisons

7,185

Inmates sentenced to more than 1 Year in private prisons

Sex

Sex

%

Total

Male

91.03

30,248

Female

8.97

2,979

Youth

Type

%

Total

Committed

45.54

276

Detained

51.98

315

Diverted

2.48

15

Prisons and Jails in Arizona