Montrose County Jail

Want the details on an inmate at the Montrose County Jail? The Official Jail Inmate Roster lists their charges, bond, when they can have visitors, and their mugshot. The jail also answers questions at 970-252-4023. In addition, you can check the court dockets (schedules) for criminal cases in Montrose County and every other county in Colorado.

Montrose County Jail Inmate Search

Warrant searches for Montrose County and the rest of Colorado can start with Crimewatch. If you need details about a court case involving you, a friend, or a relative, use the official Colorado court dockets. Because not all agencies post warrants on Crimewatch, an empty search doesn’t rule out a warrant.

In Montrose County and statewide, most criminal defendants charged with non-capital offenses can get reasonable bail, while petty and traffic offenses usually require no monetary bail. Colorado statutes allow judges to set bail after considering factors like:

• The defendant’s employment and financial resources.
• How long they’ve lived in the area and whether they have family there.
• How serious the charged offense is.
• Any prior criminal record or past offenses.

To learn an inmate’s bail amount, call the Montrose County Jail at 970-252-4023. Each Colorado judicial district sets its own bond schedule, and you can see a sample bond schedule to get a sense of typical amounts for a given charge. Bail can be posted in cash, with a surety bond, or with a property bond, and some offenders are released on personal recognizance.

The Montrose County Jail is licensed for 75 inmates, but it often has to make room for many more, especially on weekends. 35-40% or more of the inmate population at most city and county jails in Colorado turns over monthly, another 25-30% every 90 days, and another 15-20% every six months, with about 8-9% staying six to twelve months. Inmates held longer than twelve months are usually facing serious charges like rape or murder. Because those cases take longer to prepare for trial, offenders arrested in this county remain in custody at one of the Montrose County facilities much longer.

Montrose County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 2,900 offenders every year.

You can also see photos of the jail from our collection, gathered over the years.

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Montrose County Jail? What is the Schedule?

Montrose County Jail Inmate Video Visitation Schedule

1200 North Grand Avenue
Montrose, CO 81401
970-252-4023

• First, you must register, puchase data, and then schedule with CIDNET.
  
• On site visits will be limited to one, ten minute visit per inmate, per week.
• The more data you purchase, the less expensive each MB of data is.

ON SITE VIDEO VISITATION

REMOTE VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

Montrose County Jail uses CIDNET for Remote Video Visitation between inmates and their friends and family.  
Register here.




Frequently Asked Questions
Instructions on How to Use CIDNET
CIDNET Instrucciones
CIDNET help line (choose prompt 2), also the number inmate calls come from: (888) 984-1903

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Montrose County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 970-252-4023 for further assistance.

Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Montrose County Jail?

Montrose County Jail
OFF-SITE REMOTE VIDEO VISITATION

• You need to register and log in in order to see available visitation times with your inmate.
  

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Montrose County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 970-252-4023 for further assistance.

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Montrose County Jail?

There are FOUR options for putting money on an inmate's books:

Option 1 - Dropping Money at the Jail
Bring money to the jail in person. 
Either the jail personnel will process the Inmate Account payment or you will use a Jail ATM self-serve kiosk in the lobbies that accepts cash, debit or credit cards.

Option 2 - Deposit Inmate Money Online
Montrose County Jail uses Jail ATM to process all online deposits to an inmate's account. The company charges you a small fee for doing so, but the fee probably isn't as much as gas and parking would cost to take it to the jail in person.

Option 3 - Mail the Inmate Deposit to the Jail
Mailing a deposit takes more time to process than the other methods but can be done if you live too far away to bring it in person and you don't have a debit/credit card for online deposits. Never send cash. Always send a Money Order from the US Post Office, a reputable bank or Western Union. Call the Montrose County Jail first as they may want you to do this online or at the jail kiosk instead.
Make the Money Order out to the payee the jail names (check with the jail first) and put their Inmate ID# in memo section of the Money Order. Never mail cash or a personal check.
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Montrose County Jail
1200 North Grand Ave.
Montrose, CO 81401

Option 4 - Make an Inmate Deposit with Jail ATM over the Phone by calling 877-810-0914
To do this you will need the inmate's offender # (inmate ID #) and full legal name.

How to Deposit Money Online for an Inmate in Montrose County

To deposit money online for an inmate in Montrose County Jail follow these steps:

• 
• Register to open an account, or Sign In to JailATM, the deposit service used for inmates at Montrose County.
• After registering and signing in, select 'Send Money Now'.
• Choose Colorado, then choose Montrose County Jail
• Type in your inmate's last name or their Inmate ID.
• Select your inmate.
• Input an amount to deposit to your inmate in Montrose County Jail, and then input your payment method. 
• NOTE: JailATM's support page lists a deposit limit of $300 a week per inmate and says the limit can be different at each facility.
• If you need to phone JailATM customer support, call 877-810-0914.

For all information, tips and procedures for sending money to an inmate in Montrose County Jail, or depositing money at the jail, over the phone or by mail, check out our Send Money Page for Montrose County.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Montrose County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 970-252-4023 for further assistance.

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Montrose County Jail?

How to Make and Receive Phone Calls and Video Phone Calls from an Inmate in Montrose County

To register and sign up for a phone account with CIDNET Inmate Phone Service, follow the instructions below:

• Register and create an account with CIDNET.
• 
• Type in your Email, Time Zone and First & Last Name of your Montrose County Jail inmate.
  1. Click the Create Account button.
  2. Read the Terms of Use, then click Agree.
  3. Login to your email and open the CIDNET email.
  4. In the email, click the Complete Your Verification link.
  5. Choose a Security PIN and a Password.
  6. Click the Sign In button.
• After logging in, from the Menu, choose the state of Colorado, then the Montrose County Jail, then your inmate's name.
• Once you have completed this, the Montrose County Jail will have to give final approval for you to set up a phone account with your inmate.

For all the information you need to know, including instructions, policies, tips and solutions to possible issues regarding making phone calls with an inmate in Montrose County, visit our full page guide. 

NOTE: All phone conversations are recorded. Whatever you talk about, can and will be used against your inmate in court. Never discuss their pending criminal case!

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Montrose County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 970-252-4023 for further assistance.

How do I Mail an Inmate in the Montrose County Jail, and what can I send them?

Montrose County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
Ask the Montrose County Jail whether it accepts postcards, and what size and type, before mailing one. Always include your name and return address.

Envelopes
The Montrose County Jail also allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates. It is best to only use blue or black ink.

Postcards and envelopes MUST HAVE the sender's full name and return address on the envelope. 

Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Montrose County Jail
1200 North Grand Ave.
Montrose, CO 81401

Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Montrose County Jail
1200 North Grand Ave.
Montrose, CO 81401

Newspapers
Newspapers may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the publisher.

Magazines
News, special interest or sports magazines may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the publisher. Any magazines that contain profanity, weapons, pornography or other content that is adult in nature will be confiscated by the jail staff and will NOT be delivered to the inmate.

Books
Ask the Montrose County Jail whether books can be mailed in, and whether they must come straight from a publisher or retailer such as Amazon, Barnes & Noble or Books-A-Million. You can order them directly from your computer and have them shipped to the inmate at the address noted.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Montrose County Jail standards will be disposed of. 
Ask the Montrose County Jail whether hardcover books are accepted.

All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Montrose County Jail
1200 North Grand Ave.
Montrose, CO 81401

Montrose County Jail Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?

For inmates receiving mail in the Montrose County Jail there are different addresses and policies depending on the inmate's status, as well as what type of mail they are receiving; personal mail, legal mail, subscriptions or books sent from a third-party such as Amazon.

All mail is to be shipped to the Montrose County Jail:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Montrose County Jail
1200 North Grand Ave.
Montrose, CO 81401

For complete information on mail policies, what you can send an inmate and what address to send them, check out our Inmate Mail page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Montrose County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 970-252-4023 for further assistance.

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Montrose County Jail, and what can I purchase?

JailATM – Send Money or Send Commissary Gift Packs to Montrose County Jail

Search for JailATM services for Montrose County Jail.

Make an inmate deposit with JailATM for Montrose County Jail. 

Note: While JailATM offers the following inmate services, Montrose County Jail may not allow all of them. Check on the JailATM website to confirm. Services available through JailATM are subject to change with no notice.

Send Gift Packs

Montrose County Jail has an agreement with JailATM, which ships predetermined Gift Packs of candy, snacks and hygiene products to the inmate. Check the JailATM website to see if they allow Gift Packs.

These can be ordered by you online and are delivered directly to the inmate.

How to Send a Carepack Commissary Package Directly to an Inmate in Montrose County

To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Montrose County Jail follow these steps:

• 
• Go to JailATM, choose Colorado, then choose Montrose County Jail
• Type in your inmate's last name or their Inmate ID.
• Select your inmate, and then you will be prompted to Register with them to open an account.
• Select the products you want shipped to them at Montrose County Jail, and then input your payment method. 
• NOTE: There may be a limit on how much product you can send your inmate in Montrose County at any one time.
• If you need to phone customer support, call 877-810-0914

For all information, tips and available items for shipping Commissary packages or sending money to an inmate in Montrose County Jail check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Montrose County.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Montrose County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 970-252-4023 for further assistance.

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Montrose County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?

Montrose County Jail uses CIDNET for Digital Mail Messaging between inmates and their friends and family.  
Register here.

Friends & Family Portal Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Instructions on How to Use CIDNET
CIDNET Instrucciones
CIDNET help line (choose prompt 2), also the number inmate calls come from: (888) 984-1903

How to send a text or email to an inmate in Montrose County

To send and receive secure texts or emails from an inmate housed in Montrose County follow these instructions:

• Register and create an account with CIDNET.
• 
• Choose a Security PIN and Password.
• After logging in, from the Menu, choose the state of Colorado, then the Montrose County Jail, then your inmate's name.
• Once you have completed this, the Montrose County Jail will have to give final approval for you to communicate by email with your chosen inmate.

For all the information you need to know, including instructions, policies, tips and solutions to possible issues with Texting and Emailing an inmate in Montrose County, visit our full page guide. 

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Montrose County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 970-252-4023 for further assistance.

Do Inmates in the Montrose County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?

Montrose County Jail may now offer CIDNET Tablet Rentals to their inmates.

CIDNET is the same company that handles inmate phone systems, video visitations, email and texting and digital letters.

The tablets can be rented on a monthly basis and while not directly connected to the internet, the inmates can use them for the following activities:

• Phone Calls - Inmates may make calls directly from their tablet allowing for more privacy. The rates are the same as the phones in the unit, and the calls are still recorded and monitored.
• eMessaging - Communicate via a text based message or picture. Fee based system.
• Education - Free educational platform and course catalog that provides thousands of educational resources.
• Self Help -Inmates have daily access to mental health and addiction recovery programming.
• Music - Top-40, Hip-Hop, Country, Rock, Gospel, and more.
• Law Library -  Legal research with up-to-date case information.
• eBooks - Thousands of available titles.
• Religion - Religious resources for spiritual guidance.
• Games - Inmates can play their favorite games. Available through monthly subscriptions
• Facility Services - Digital access to submitted forms, requests, facility documents, and notifications from staff.

Here's how it works:

• Register here. 
• Pay for the subscription.
• You get charged the 1st of each month. 
• You get charged a full month even if it's only used for a partial month.
• No activation or early termination fees.
• Your inmate will recieve their tablet in 3-5 business days, after you pay.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Montrose County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 970-252-4023 for further assistance.

What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Montrose County?