Las Cruces Jail — Key Information
Las Cruces Jail is a City Jail - Medium facility located in Dona Ana County, New Mexico. Use the contact details below to reach the facility, and the inmate locator link to search for a specific individual held here.
Facility Snapshot & Nearby Comparison
Quick visuals from the fields on this page—contact data on file and reported bed counts vs other prisons in Dona Ana County, New Mexico in our directory.
Security Rating Of The Facility
This scale summarizes the restriction intensity implied by the facility’s Security level & category of the facility (county, state, federal, police, juvenile, community, and similar labels).
Medium-low custody
Values are mapped from our directory taxonomy. Always confirm custody level with the agency.
Contact channels on file
Capacity & network
*Average uses related facilities that report a positive bed count.
Reported bed capacity — this facility vs nearby
Bar length = beds ÷ max in this group (max = 1089).
About Las Cruces Jail
Las Cruces Jail is a city jail operating under the municipal government of Dona Ana, New Mexico. City jails primarily house individuals who have been recently arrested and are awaiting arraignment, trial, or sentencing. They also hold individuals serving short sentences of typically one year or less.
Las Cruces Jail is administered by the city's law enforcement or corrections department and plays a central role in the local criminal justice system. The facility provides booking, classification, medical screening, and basic services to newly arrested individuals. Programs available may include substance abuse counseling, GED preparation, and pre-release planning, depending on the inmate's length of stay.
Family members can contact inmates housed at Las Cruces Jail through approved mail, phone calls, and scheduled visitation. Because city jails process a high volume of short-stay inmates, visiting procedures and phone setup should be initiated as early as possible. Review the communication sections below for current options.
Facility Type and Security Level
Las Cruces Jail operates at a medium level of security as a city detention facility. The facility is managed by the Dona Ana law enforcement department and follows local and state regulations for inmate safety and facility management.
Contact Las Cruces Jail Administration
Phone
Call the facility directly at 575-526-0795 during regular business hours for questions about inmate status, visiting hours, and facility policies.
For non-urgent inquiries, email the facility at riwilliams@las-cruces.org.
How to Contact an Inmate at Las Cruces Jail
Send Mail
Address mail to:
Inmate ID, Inmate NameLas Cruces Jail
217 East Picacho, Las Cruces, NM 88001 All mail is inspected. Do not include cash, gift cards, or prohibited materials.
Phone Calls
Phone calls are managed through Securus Tech. Inmates make outgoing collect calls only. Set up a prepaid account before calls can be received. All calls are recorded. Read our inmate phone guide for setup instructions.
How to Send Money
Use one of the following approved methods to deposit into the inmate's trust account:
New Mexico inmates rely on a commissary trust account to purchase approved items from the facility. The New Mexico Corrections Department accepts deposits through money orders by mail and cashier's checks. Confirm with the specific facility whether electronic services such as JPay are available.
Method 1 — Money Order by Mail (USPS Only, Most Reliable)
- Make the money order payable to the inmate's full committed name.
- Write the inmate's New Mexico DOC number on the memo line.
- Include the inmate's full name and ID number along with the facility name clearly on the envelope.
- Send via USPS only to the specific facility's business office:
Inmate Name, ID Number
Facility Name
PO Box or Street Address
City, State, ZIP Code - Processing time: 5–10 business days after receipt. No fee for mailed money orders.
Method 2 — Cashier's Check by Mail (USPS Only)
- Cashier's checks are accepted at most New Mexico DOC facilities.
- Make it payable to the inmate's full name with the DOC number on the memo line.
- Send via USPS to the specific facility's business office using the same address format as money orders.
- Personal checks are not accepted.
Method 3 — JPay or MoneyGram (Where Available)
Information Required
- Inmate's full committed name
- New Mexico DOC inmate number
- Facility name and mailing address
Read our full inmate money guide for detailed New Mexico instructions.
Read our full inmate money guide for detailed instructions.
Visitation Guide for Las Cruces Jail
Visiting an inmate at a city jail requires advance approval. Contact the facility at 575-526-0795 to confirm current visiting hours and procedures before arriving.
Getting Approved
All visitors must be on the inmate's approved visitor list. Download the visitor application for your state and submit it to the facility in advance. Read our complete visitation guide before your first visit.
Visitation Rules
- All adult visitors must present a valid government-issued photo ID.
- Visitors under 18 must be accompanied by an approved adult at all times.
- All visitors are subject to search before entering the visiting area.
- Dress code: no revealing clothing, no gang-affiliated colors, no inmate-style clothing.
- No food, beverages, electronic devices, or cameras permitted in the visiting area.
- Facility staff may deny or terminate any visit for safety or security reasons.
Visitation Timings
| DAY | VISITING HOURS |
|---|---|
| Monday | 12:30 PM - 7:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 12:30 PM - 7:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 12:30 PM - 7:00 PM |
| Thursday | NO VISITS |
| Friday | 12:30 PM - 7:00 PM |
| Saturday | NO VISITS |
| Sunday | 12:30 PM - 7:00 PM |
Hours are approximate. Confirm current hours with the facility before traveling.
Driving Directions to Las Cruces Jail
Las Cruces Jail is located at 217 East Picacho, Las Cruces, NM 88001 in New Mexico. Use the map below for driving directions. Always call ahead at 575-526-0795 to confirm visiting hours before making the trip.
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Quick Links for Las Cruces Jail
Use the links below to find additional resources related to Las Cruces Jail and inmates held in Dona Ana County, New Mexico.
- All New Mexico Prison Facilities — Browse every correctional institution in New Mexico.
- US Inmate Locator — Search 2.65 million+ federal inmate records across the country.
- Guide to Calling an Inmate — Step-by-step instructions for setting up inmate phone calls.
- Complete Visitation Guide — Everything you need to know before your first prison visit.
- How to Send Money to an Inmate — Approved methods for depositing money into an inmate's trust fund.
- Recent Arrests in New Mexico — View recent arrest records and mugshots in this state.
Always verify visiting hours and policies directly with Las Cruces Jail at 575-526-0795 before making travel decisions.