The Archuleta County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Unit is responsible for patrolling unincorporated Archuleta County, an area of approximately 1,300 square miles within Archuleta County. This area ranges from Conejos County to the East, Mineral and Hinsdale Counties to the North, La Plata County to the West, and to the New Mexico State Line in the South.
The Archuleta County Sheriff’s Office employs fourteen certified deputies in patrol; this includes two Sergeants, 2 Detectives, and 11 Patrol Deputies. The Sheriff’s Office has the philosophy of community policing and in accordance with those guiding principles, Patrol Deputies are assigned to patrol all areas on a continuing, routine basis. The community policing philosophy also has Patrol Deputies working to be a part of the community to assist the citizens in resolving the problems that affect the quality of life of that area. In an effort to be part of the community, the Sheriff’s Office regularly participates in the neighborhood and ranch watch areas that are established throughout the county. The Deputies view themselves as partners in the communities they serve and can provide citizens with resources beyond strictly those relevant to law enforcement. Patrol Deputies welcome the many opportunities to meet with the citizens in their assigned areas and appreciate citizen contact no matter the circumstances.
Patrol Deputies conduct the initial criminal investigations on a variety of calls, including crimes against persons, crimes against property, and conduct follow up investigations on misdemeanor offenses, as well as assist the Detectives as needed on felony cases. DUI and traffic enforcement are also a part of their regular duties. They are also available to assist the local fire, ambulance and other law enforcement agencies in the county. Along with those responsibilities, they are charged with serving a process, and when needed conducting a civil stand-by.
Contact Us
Commander
Roxanne Lattin
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Patrol Sergeant
Mike Sindelar
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Patrol Sergeant
James Martinez
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85 Harman Park Drive
Pagosa Springs, CO 81147
Phone: 970-264-8430
Hours
24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Quick Links
How do I compliment, complain or ask a question about a deputy?
Information about the services we render is received in several ways. The first would be to visit the Sheriff’s Office at 85 Harman Park Drive, Pagosa Springs during normal business hours (8:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday through Friday). The second would be to call the Sheriff’s Office front desk at (970) 264-8430 during normal business hours or leave a message at the same number during non-business hours. You will be directed to the proper person to receive your information.
How do I report a crime?
The best method for reporting a crime is to contact the Archuleta County Combined Dispatch at (970) 731-2160. Your call will be directed to the appropriate agency and a representative of the agency will contact you directly. You can also walk into the Sheriff’s Office on the West end of the County Building at 449 San Juan St. or call the front desk at (970) 264-8430
What should I do with another person’s belongings that I have found?
To turn in found property, you may call Archuleta County Combined Dispatch at (970) 731-2160 to request a Deputy to meet you. You may also take the item(s) to the Sheriff’s Office on the West end of the County Building at 449 San Juan St. Some information will be taken from you for the purposes of documenting the found property. A short form is provided for you to fill out at the Front Desk.
How do I inquire about property that I have lost?
If you have lost some property, you may inquire at the Sheriff’s Office by walking into the West end of the County building at 449 San Juan St. You may also call the front desk at (970) 264-8430 and ask about your lost property. Collection of some property may require proof of ownership and a signature.