How to Mail Photos, Books, and Other Items to Someone at Adams County Detention Facility
Mail rules can feel picky, but once you know the address format and item limits, getting photos, printouts, and books delivered is straightforward. Use the checklist below to avoid unnecessary delays.
Start with the envelope. Adams County Detention Facility requires the incarcerated person's full name and booking ID in the address. Missing either can delay delivery - or stop it entirely. Send all mail through USPS to the facility's PO Box (not a street address): Inmate Name, Booking ID Adams County Detention Facility PO Box 5001 Brighton, CO 80601
Need it there overnight? Use USPS Express Mail. The facility routes all incoming mail through its PO Box for processing, so sticking with USPS keeps things moving smoothly.
Note: The detention front desk will not accept mail drop-offs. Send mail via USPS to the PO Box.
Allowed Quantities and Formats
- ✓ Up to 10 photos per mailing
- ✓ Photos must be 5×7 inches or smaller
- ✓ Up to 10 pages of printed internet material per mailing
- ✓ Up to 2 paperback books per mailing
- ✓ Publications must come from approved sources
Expect everything you send to be inspected. At Adams County Detention Facility, both legal and non-legal mail go through screening - so keep your envelope and contents clean and simple.
- ✓ Do not send cash
- ✓ Do not send stamps
- ✓ Do not send stickers
- ✓ Do not send any materials that threaten facility security
- ✓ Any contraband or unauthorized items may be confiscated or destroyed and can lead to disciplinary action
If your mail is rejected, you can appeal. Email ACSOMailAppeal@adamssheriffco.gov within 21 days of the rejection so your request is considered within the facility’s deadline.
- Write the name and booking ID clearly - Address the envelope with the inmate’s full name and booking ID so it can be matched correctly.
- Use the PO Box (USPS only) - Mail must go via USPS to Adams County Detention Facility, PO Box 5001, Brighton, CO 80601.
- Use USPS Express Mail if you need overnight delivery - That’s the facility’s listed option for overnight shipping.
- Don’t try to drop it at the front desk - The detention front desk does not accept mail.
- Stay within the photo limit - Keep it to 10 photos per mailing, and make sure they’re no larger than 5×7.
- Keep internet printouts short - Limit printed internet material to 10 pages per mailing.
- Send only paperback books - The limit is 2 paperback books per mailing.
- Make sure books/publications are from approved sources - Unapproved publications are more likely to be rejected.
If you have a question before you send something, call Adams County Detention Facility at (303) 654-1850.
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