Townsend, MT Broadwater MT County Jail View
Broadwater MT County Jail is a county detention facility in Townsend, Montana, serving Broadwater County. It is typically operated by the Broadwater County Sheriff’s Office and supports local law enforcement and the courts. The facility generally holds adults who are awaiting court hearings, trial, sentencing, or transfer, as well as some inmates serving short county sentences. Like other Montana county jails, its role is to provide secure custody during the local criminal justice process, process new arrests, manage court-related detention, and coordinate releases, transfers, and inmate services according to state law and local policy.
Contact and Location Information
How to Find an Inmate at Broadwater MT County Jail
To find someone in custody, use the official inmate search link on this page for the facility’s roster. County jail rosters typically list basic custody information such as the inmate’s name, booking date, charges, bond information when available, and current custody status. New bookings are not always searchable right away because intake, identification, and record entry can take several hours. If the person does not appear immediately, check the roster again later or contact the sheriff’s office or jail staff during normal business hours for general custody information.
FAQs
How do I visit an inmate at Broadwater MT County Jail?
Visitation rules, hours, and scheduling requirements are set by the facility and may change based on staffing, security, or inmate classification. Contact the facility or check the official information before you go to confirm whether visits are in person, video-based, or by appointment only.
What do I need to bring when visiting Broadwater MT County Jail?
Visitors are usually required to bring a valid government-issued photo ID. You should arrive on time, follow dress and conduct rules, and leave prohibited items such as weapons, alcohol, drugs, and unnecessary personal property outside the secure area.
How do I make phone or video calls with an inmate?
Inmates generally cannot receive incoming calls, but they may be able to make outgoing calls through the approved jail phone system. Video calls, if offered here, usually require account setup, scheduling, and payment through the facility’s approved provider.
How do I send mail to an inmate?
Mail should include the inmate’s full name and any required booking or ID number, along with the facility mailing address. All mail is typically inspected, and items such as cash, contraband, altered materials, or prohibited content may be rejected.
How does the commissary work?
Commissary allows inmates to buy approved items such as snacks, hygiene products, and writing supplies when available. Family or friends may be able to add money to an inmate account through the facility’s approved deposit method, subject to fees and limits.
How is bail set and how do I post bond at Broadwater MT County Jail?
Bail is usually set by a judge or according to a court-approved schedule after arrest or initial appearance. To post bond here, contact the facility or the court clerk for the accepted payment types, current bond amount, and any required paperwork before making payment.
What happens during the intake process at Broadwater MT County Jail and when will the inmate appear in the system?
During intake, staff confirm identity, record charges, check for warrants, collect property, complete health and safety screening, and assign housing as appropriate. Records may take several hours to appear in the public roster, so a recent booking may not show immediately.