Colorado Department of Corrections

06/08/2026

UPDATE: Visitation Restrictions Lifted at Most CDOC Facilities

Effective immediately, the Colorado Department of Corrections has lifted visitation restrictions at all facilities except the Bent County Correctional Facility (BCCF).

We understand how vital family connections are to those in our custody and their loved ones. We sincerely thank you for your patience and cooperation as our teams worked diligently to restore visitation across the state.

06/08/2026

UPDATE: Phone Services Restored at Bent County Correctional Facility

Please be advised that phone services for individuals in our custody at the Bent County Correctional Facility (BCCF) have been restored and are now operating normally.
Phone services were temporarily suspended as part of the facility's response to the incident currently under investigation. Following an assessment of facility operations and security needs, phone access has now resumed.

We understand the importance of communication between incarcerated individuals and their loved ones and appreciate your patience and cooperation during this temporary disruption.

For future updates, please continue to monitor official Colorado Department of Corrections communication channels.

06/07/2026

🚨 CDOC VISITATION UPDATE 🚨
The Colorado Department of Corrections is currently responding to an ongoing investigation at an isolated facility. To ensure we can continue meeting the needs of both staff and the inmate population while dedicating the necessary resources to that effort, all statewide visitation has been temporarily suspended effective today, Sunday, June 7, 2026.

This is a precautionary decision intended to support department operations and maintain the safety and security of our facilities. There are no known threats to the surrounding communities at this time.

We understand this is disappointing for families and loved ones. While in-person visitation is temporarily suspended, individuals may continue to communicate through approved phone and video visitation services, with the exception of the facility where the incident occurred.

In-person visitation will resume on a facility-by-facility basis as soon as conditions allow. We appreciate your patience and cooperation.

06/07/2026

🚨 IMPORTANT UPDATE: DEPARTMENT-WIDE VISITATION CANCELED 🚨

Please be advised that visitation at ALL Colorado Department of Corrections (CDOC) facilities has been canceled effective immediately, today, June 7, 2026.

We understand that visitation is incredibly important to families and individuals, and we sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
Please do not travel to any facility for scheduled visits. We will post updates here and on our official website as soon as more information becomes available. Thank you for your patience and cooperation.

06/04/2026

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Temporary Visitation Cancellation at Limon Correctional Facility 🚨

The Colorado Department of Corrections (CDOC) has announced that Close Custody visits at the Limon Correctional Facility (LCF) have been canceled for this upcoming weekend, June 5–7.

Affected Dates: Friday, June 5 – Sunday, June 7, 2026

Close Custody Visits: CANCELED

Next Steps: Please contact the facility directly or check the official CDOC website before planning future visits.

Please check the CDOC website for updates.

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as the facility works to ensure a safe environment for everyone.

05/28/2026

NOW HIRING: 50+ Correctional Officers starting this July! 🏔️💼

Looking for a high-paying career with outstanding state benefits and long-term stability? Skip the long wait and get on the fast track to a powerful new career.

Join our Virtual Application Processing Blitz this coming Tuesday. Apply and interview completely online—you could walk away with an on-the-spot conditional job offer!

🗓️ Event Details:

What: Virtual Application Processing Blitz (APB)

When: Tuesday, June 2, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM MST

Where: 100% Virtual! Attend online from anywhere.

Positions: 50+ Correctional Officer I openings (Facilities located in Cañon City)

💰 What We Offer:
- Competitive starting pay

- Robust, high-tier state pension & retirement plans

- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

- Paid training and clear pathways for rapid leadership advancement

📲 How to Attend:

Don't let this massive hiring wave pass you by. You must apply and pre-register online before the event to secure your virtual interview slot.

👉 Go to CDOC.Jobs to lock in your career now!

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, the CDOC team pauses to remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. We are incredibly grateful for the freedoms they gave everything to protect, and our thoughts are with the families and teammates they left behind.

05/22/2026

In case you missed it: CBS took a closer look at how CDOC is using cutting-edge VR training to keep our Community Parole Officers and the public safe.
This trailblazing program helps our officers practice critical thinking and de-escalation in realistic scenarios, all at zero cost to taxpayers, thanks to a federal grant.

Check out the CBS coverage:

The Colorado Department of Corrections says it's now the first and only department in the country to use virtual reality to train its patrol officers.

05/19/2026

Virtual reality is changing the game for Community Parole Officers.

At the Colorado Department of Corrections (CDOC), we believe that true strength lies in connection, empathy, and effective communication. We are incredibly proud to announce that CDOC has partnered with UCCS to roll out this innovative new program. Using a specialized $800,000 federal grant, this partnership brings advanced Virtual Reality (VR) headsets to officer training, giving our field personnel and Parole Officers immersive, hands-on experience for critical jobs without ever leaving the office. Our friends at KOAA 5 recently covered this story, highlighting how the technology is transforming law enforcement training in our communities.

By practicing in a safe, controlled environment, both rookie and veteran officers can hone their skills and learn new ways to handle difficult situations in real time. The training reinforces that an officer's most powerful tool is their voice. Instead of interrupting the action, the VR scenarios flow smoothly, allowing officers to practice real-time communication and de-escalation tactics before a situation ever turns dangerous.

From rookies to veterans, corrections officers are now using virtual reality to hone their skills. The new training program, paid for by a federal grant, all...

05/15/2026

On May 14, 2025, the Colorado Department of Corrections gathered at the Territorial Correctional Facility—the historic heart of our agency—to reflect on the legacies of those who gave everything in the line of duty.

These individuals were more than colleagues; they were protectors, mentors, and friends. As we stood before the memorial, we reaffirmed our promise to never forget their names or the families they left behind.

Honoring Our Fallen:

Guard Thomas Tobin | EOW: January 1, 1899

Night Captain William C. Rooney | EOW: January 22, 1900

Captain John B. Russell | EOW: June 19, 1913

Guard Charles G. Shepherd | EOW: October 3, 1929

Guard C. Walter Rinker | EOW: October 3, 1929

Guard Raymond Brown | EOW: October 3, 1929

Guard Elmer G. Erwin | EOW: October 3, 1929

Guard J. W. McClelland | EOW: October 3, 1929

Guard Robert A. Wiggins | EOW: October 3, 1929

Guard John J. Eeles | EOW: October 3, 1929

Guard Myron H. Goodwin | EOW: October 10, 1929

Correctional Officer Victor Bryan McMillin | EOW: December 21, 1961

Sergeant Marc A. P***e | EOW: August 15, 1994

Correctional Sergeant Eric Jason Autobee | EOW: October 18, 2002

Sergeant Mary Katherine Ricard | EOW: September 24, 2012

Executive Director Thomas Lynn Clements | EOW: March 19, 2013

Sergeant Joshua Eli Voth | EOW: December 4, 2019

Community Parole Officer Christine Guerin-Sandoval | EOW: September 28, 2023

"Their service remains our foundation. Their sacrifice remains our standard."