Manager: Amy Palomino
County Courthouse, Room 102719-383-3168
To report suspected abuse or neglect, please call the toll-free hotline
1-844-CO4-KIDS (1-844-264-5437)
Courthouse: 13 West 3rd, La Junta, CO
Annex: 215 Raton, La Junta, CO
Office Hours: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Monday-Friday
Home of the Colorado Cities and Towns of:
La Junta | Cheraw | Fowler
Manzanola | Rocky Ford | Swink
Changes to County Courthouse
The Otero County Courthouse is open on the north and drivers license doors only. All visitors to the courthouse MUST wear a face covering. Otero County staff is still available to assist you via phone. Please consult our PHONE DIRECTORY.
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About Child Welfare Department
Manager: Amy Palomino
County Courthouse, Room 102719-383-3168
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