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1. What is the difference between a sheriff’s office and a police department?

The sheriff is elected and has authority anywhere within the county. The sheriff is, by law, required to maintain a jail, serve civil process, and provide resources to fight wildland fires. A sheriff’s office also provides law enforcement services for the unincorporated area of the county. The police department provides law enforcement services within their municipal boundaries.

2. Where would I find a complete list of registered sex offenders living in Archuleta County?

The complete list of Archuleta County registered sex offenders can be found at the Sheriff’s Office. This list is updated on a monthly basis. Please note that not all of the county’s registered sex offenders can be listed on the Sheriff’s Office website.

3. Whom do I call to report a crime?

The Archuleta County Combined Dispatch is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to take initial information on incidents. They can be reached at (970) 731-2160 for non-emergencies, and 9-1-1 for all emergencies.