Montgomery County Jail
Montgomery County Jail
Anyone seeking inmate information can call the 224-bed Montgomery County Jail 24 hours a day at 765-362-3740.
This facility takes in adults arrested in the county on misdemeanor and felony charges for booking and processing. Inmates stay in custody until they post bond, are released on their own recognizance, or until their trial is concluded, depending on the charges against them.
The inmate search tool displays the facility’s roster of people currently in custody.
Those convicted and sentenced to less than a year remain at the jail to serve their sentence. Those sentenced to more than a year are transferred to the Indiana State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page includes details on the visitation schedule, funding an inmate’s account, sending mail, phone calls, voicemail, email and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond instructions, and commissary orders.
Get the inmate’s booking number or jail ID and keep it. You’ll need it for most correspondence. If it’s not online, Montgomery County Jail can provide it at 765-362-3740.
Inmate Services
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Montgomery County Jail, review their criminal charges, the amount of their bond, when they can get visits, or even view their mugshot, go to the Official Jail Inmate Roster, or call the jail at 765-362-3740 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up information on any Adult Criminal Court Case. If you need a Public Defender, a criminal lawyer paid for by the state, check out this page that keeps updated lists of them.
Montgomery County Jail Inmate Search
The Montgomery County Jail maintains an average of 224 offenders in custody on any given day. The Montgomery County Jail has a monthly turnover of 40% of their inmate population, another 30% turnover every 90 days, another 20% every six months, and approximately 10% stay incarcerated between six and twelve months. Every year Montgomery County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 4,480 offenders.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHousing up to 224 inmates for Montgomery County, those arrested on either a misdemeanor or a felony will be held at the Montgomery County Jail as they wait for their trial, wait for their bail, or serve a sentence provided by the court.
There are 130 beds for male inmates, 40 beds for female inmates, 12 for temporary housing, 2 padded cells for those who need to detox, and 40 beds for the work release program.
General inquiries and information on procedures or programs can be directed to the staff by calling 765-362-3740 while ongoing updates on the status of all inmates is provided online.
To qualify for work release an offender must have non-violent charges and be sentenced to the program by the court, which ill allow them to attend each of their work shifts during the term of their incarceration while still serving their full sentence.
To contact an inmate there is access to mail services through the post office and access to visitation for those who are over 18 and have been approved to visit, as well as the ability to receive calls from an incarcerated individual.
All mail is sent to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Montgomery County Jail
600 Memorial Drive
Crawfordsville, IN 47933
... and it will be checked for all contraband upon arrival with anything that is illegal, has adult content, or is banned being removed before final delivery of the mail.
Phones are provided for inmates to make outgoing calls only, and they are able to use money from their commissary account to pay for calls or make them collect to the receiver.
No one under the age of 18 may visit the jail and all visits will be conducted onsite Monday 6:30pm-9pm, Wednesday 6:30pm-9pm, Saturday 9am-11am, 2pm-4pm and 6:30pm-9pm as well as Sundy 9am-11am and 6:30pm-9pm.
- Jail (Main): 765-362-3740
How booking works at Montgomery County Jail
When someone is arrested, they are taken to Montgomery County Jail for booking. This process includes identifying them, deciding on charges, and determining if they will be eligible for bail or held until court.
It's important to stay silent during this process, as any statements made may be used in court. Legal advice should be sought before speaking about the case.
The following steps make up the booking process at Montgomery County Jail:
- Verification of personal details.
- Taking mugshots for identification purposes.
- Health assessments and questions about criminal history.
- Possible DNA collection if required.
- Search of the individual.
- Confiscation of personal property.
- Providing a phone call.
For more information on paying an arrestee’s bond, contact Montgomery County Jail at 765-362-3740.
Paying bail for someone in Montgomery County
After being arrested and booked into Montgomery County Jail in Crawfordsville, the arrestee's situation will proceed in one of three ways:
1. They may be released without bail and required to attend a court hearing.
2. They may be held in custody until their court date.
3. Bail can be posted for their release; call 765-362-3740 for the exact bail amount.
There are multiple ways to pay bail.
- Cash bonds are paid in full at the jail's bonding window or with the clerk of court, accepted as cash, cashier's check or money order, and many jails let you pay by card at a lobby kiosk or with an online bond vendor for a fee; have the inmate's full name and booking number when you go, and the jail is at 765-362-3740.
- Licensed bail bond agents in Montgomery County can facilitate the process.
- Many courts accept a home or land as collateral for bond, as long as the owner proves clear title and equity at least equal to the bond amount (often twice it) with a deed and a current tax or appraisal value, and the court that set bail approves the pledge.
To get more information on the bail process in Montgomery County, Indiana, visit the Montgomery County Jail Bail FAQ.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the Montgomery County Jail? What is the Schedule?
Montgomery County Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
600 Memorial Drive
Crawfordsville, IN 47933
765-362-3740
- Visits are 15 minutes.
- You must be on the inmate's visitor list.
Make an appointment on the Securus website, or if not, then first come, first served. - Inmates are allowed one visit per week.
- A maximum of 2 guests are allowed per inmate.
- Visitors must have a government issued photo ID.
- Dress professionally with non-revealing clothing.
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 765-362-3740 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY | 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM |
| MONDAY | 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM |
| SATURDAY | 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM |
Montgomery County Jail uses Securus Video Connect for Remote Inmate Video Visitation.
Video Visitation allows 'approved' friends, family members, attorneys and clergy of an inmate to connect with them using their computer, Securus Video Visitation app, or ‘on-site’ kiosk.
SRemote video visitation is available every day.
Steps:
Register and/or log in.
Select the facility of your inmate.
Review the days, available hours and the cost of remote and on-site visits.
Schedule your visit.
What is the Cost of a Remote Video Visit?
Costs vary and are subject to change, but generally visits range from $5.00 to $15.00 for a 15 to 30 minute online or on-site video visit.
How do you know if your Inmate will be available during the time you schedule?
The Securus system knows the times that Montgomery County Jail inmates are available for remote video visits.
It will not allow you to schedule a visit with your inmate if they are not available or the video visitation kiosk(s) in the jail are booked already.
Once you schedule a visit with your inmate they will be notified of the date and time of the visit.
Important Tips:
Your entire visit is being monitored and recorded. Do not say or do anything that you would not want being replayed in court.
You should schedule your visit, in advance, at a time that works best for you.
For best sound quality, use earbuds or headsets.
Quick & Easy Access to Important Information & Help:
Phone: 972-734-1111 or 877-578-3658
Video Tutorial on Registering for Securus Video Visits.
Frequently Asked Questions.
Montgomery County Jail Pricing.
Securus Contact Information.
iphone app
Android app
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Montgomery County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 765-362-3740 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Montgomery County Jail?
Securus Video Connect allows families to conduct scheduled face-to-face video visits with incarcerated loved ones from home. Using a computer with a webcam or the Securus mobile app, visitors can join live video sessions without traveling to the facility or waiting in jail visitor lobbies.
Important: Advance Registration and Visitor Clearance Required
Detention centers do not permit unscheduled or unverified video sessions. Correctional facilities require prospective visitors to submit government-issued photo identification and receive administrative clearance before booking an appointment, an approval process that can take up to 48 hours depending on facility staffing. You should verify your visitor approval status with the facility prior to scheduling. If you do not register well in advance, you will miss your loved one's scheduled visiting window for the week.
Step-by-Step Instructions to Register and Schedule a Video Visit
- Visit securustech.online or open the Securus mobile app.
- Register your account and upload a clear photograph of your government-issued ID (driver's license or passport) for facility background review.
- Wait for email confirmation indicating that facility administration has granted visitor approval.
- Select Schedule a Visit, choose your detention facility, and select the inmate.
- Browse the available schedule calendar, select an open 20- or 30-minute time slot, and pay the fee using a credit or debit card.
- Log into the website or app 10 minutes prior to the start time on a device with a functioning camera, microphone, and reliable high-speed internet connection.
What the Inmate Needs to Do
The inmate receives an alert on their housing unit video kiosk or personal tablet. At the scheduled time, they log in with their PIN and sit in front of the terminal. Inmates and visitors must strictly observe jail dress and conduct rules; sessions are monitored by staff and will terminate immediately upon any violation.
Official Provider: Securus Technologies Official Website
Customer Service Telephone: 1-800-844-6591
Support Hours: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year
Supported Languages: English and Spanish
Other Services Provided by Securus Technologies
In addition to Securus Video Connect, Securus and its subsidiary JPay offer several other communication, financial, and visitation services:
- AdvanceConnect Prepaid Calling: Prepay for phone calling credits so your loved one can call your mobile phone directly.
• Learn more on our website: AdvanceConnect Calling Guide | • Visit official vendor page: Securus AdvanceConnect - Direct Bill Phone Calling: Establish an invoiced monthly billing account for qualified residential landlines.
• Learn more on our website: Direct Bill Phone Calling Guide | • Visit official vendor page: Securus Direct Bill - JPay Money Deposits (Trust & Canteen): Send money directly into an inmate's jail trust account for commissary store purchases.
• Learn more on our website: Money Deposits Guide | • Visit official vendor page: JPay Money Transfers - JPay Email Messaging & Photos: Send electronic letters, photos, and VideoGrams directly to their tablet or kiosk.
• Learn more on our website: Email Messaging Guide | • Visit official vendor page: JPay Email Services
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Montgomery County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 765-362-3740 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Montgomery County Jail?
There are multiple ways to add money to an inmate's account at Montgomery County Jail, using Access Corrections Secure Deposits
1. Online - Making a deposit using a verified Visa or Mastercard online, or using their Apple or Android App.
2. By phone - Dial 866.345.1884 to reach their 24/7 Access Corrections domestic call centers.
3. Lobby kiosk - Ask the jail whether it has an Access Corrections kiosk for deposits.
4. By mail - Ask Access Corrections or the jail whether money orders can be mailed, and to what address.
Ask who the money order should be made out to, and include the inmate name and ID number on all money orders.
5. Walk-in Cash Deposits - Ask the Montgomery County Jail whether it accepts cash deposits in person, and where.
Secure Deposits - Frequently Asked Questions
Secure Deposits - Video Tutorial on How it Works
Secure Deposits - Help Pages
Customer Service Contacts:
Phone: 866-345-1884
Email: customerservice@accesscorrections.com
Online Chat - Look for 'bubble' on bottom right of the page linked here.
How to Send Money to an Inmate in Montgomery County
To send commissary money to an inmate in Montgomery County Jail follow these steps:
- Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
- Select Indiana, then select Montgomery County Jail, and then the inmate you want to send money to.
- Choose the amount of money you want to send, and input your payment method.
For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account check out our full money and commissary guide for Montgomery County Jail.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Montgomery County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 765-362-3740 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Montgomery County Jail?
How an Inmate Makes a Phone Call to You or Others from Montgomery County Jail
To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Montgomery County do the following:
1. Enroll in an account with Securus Technologies.
2. Choose one of three account types, Securus Debit, Advance Connect or Direct Bill.
3. Choose Montgomery County Jail, then connect with your inmate.
4. If you have any questions, call Securus: 972-734-1111 or 800-844-6591.
To find out fees, how to's, calling times, limits on phone calls and other systems Securus has do that you can communicate with your Montgomery County inmate, check out our Inmate Phone Page.
NOTE: All of your inmate's phone calls are recorded and stored. It is advised not to discuss their pending case.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Montgomery County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 765-362-3740 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the Montgomery County Jail, and what can I send them?
Montgomery County Jail Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?
For inmates receiving mail in the Montgomery 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 Montgomery County Jail:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Montgomery County Jail
600 Memorial Drive
Crawfordsville, IN 47933
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 Montgomery County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 765-362-3740 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Montgomery County Jail, and what can I purchase?
How to Send Money to an Inmate in Montgomery County
To send commissary money to an inmate in Montgomery County Jail follow these steps:
- Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
- Select Indiana, then select Montgomery County Jail, and then the inmate you want to send money to.
- Choose the amount of money you want to send, and input your payment method.
For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account check out our full money and commissary guide for Montgomery County Jail.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Montgomery County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 765-362-3740 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Montgomery County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
Montgomery County Jail uses Securus eMessaging for Inmate Email.
Register here. (You are already registered if you signed up with Securus for 'Phone' or 'Remote Visitation').
Steps:
1. Sign up for eMessaging
2. Find your inmate.
3. Purchase a book of Securus ‘stamps’.
4. Type & Send message.
Things you CAN do:
1. You CAN ONLY send messages from the Securus website, or with the Securus app. (links below).
2. You CAN transfer ‘stamps’ to your inmate.
3. You CAN deposit money to your inmate, and they can purchase ‘stamps’ on their end.
4. Each time you send a message, you CAN pay for them to reply.
5. You CAN send photos. (Jail staff will review for appropriateness)
Things you CANNOT do:
1. You CANNOT use your own personal email to send messages.
2. You CANNOT send any message or photo that would normally be rejected by regular mail.
Other Things:
1. Photos must be .jpg, .jpeg or .png.
2. eMessages and photos must meet the jail’s standards for regular mail.
3. If your eMessage or Photo is rejected you will be notified of the reason, but you will NOT get a refund.
What is the cost of sending inmate messages?
- Send a text Message - 1 stamp
- Purchase a reply for your inmate - 1 stamp
- Attach up to 5 photos - 1 stamp each photo
- Share up to 5 eCards - 1 stamp each eCard
- Send just a photo with no text - 1 stamp
- Send a 30 second VideoGram - 3 stamps
What can your inmate do with digital 'stamps'?
- Reply to your eMessage if you attach a return stamp
- Receive transferred stamps you share with them (no cost to transfer)
- When available, they can purchase their own stamps from their Inmate Debit Account
Contact Information and Help:
eMessaging FAQ
eMessaging Signup & Helpful Information
Online Customer Service Support
Phone Support: 972-734-1111 or 800-844-6591
iphone app
Android app
Mailing Check payments
Securus Correctional Billing Services
PO Box 650757
Dallas, Texas 75265-075
How to Send a Text or Email Message to an Inmate in Montgomery County Jail
To send a text or email message to a Montgomery County inmate, do the following:
Montgomery County Jail uses Securus eMessaging for Inmate Email.
Register here. (You are already registered if you signed up with Securus for 'Phone' or 'Remote Visitation' in Montgomery County or any jail or prison in the country).
Steps:
1. Sign up for eMessaging
2. Find your Montgomery County inmate.
3. Purchase a book of Securus ‘stamps’.
4. Type & Send message.
For all Montgomery County information for sending secure messages to an inmate in Montgomery County Jail, including instructions, video examples, fees, limits, tablet rentals and more, check out out Text/Email an Inmate Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Montgomery County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 765-362-3740 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the Montgomery County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?
Montgomery County Jail now offers Securus 'SecureView' Tablet Rentals to their inmates.

Securus is the same company that handles the inmate phone system, 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.
- Job Search - Using JobView, a secure job search application, inmates have the ability to see what jobs are available when they are released.
- 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:
- Send funds to the inmate and he or she will be able to subscribe and pay at the Montgomery County Jail.
Questions:
- By phone - 800-844-6591 or 972-734-1111.
- By email - tablets@securustech.net
How to Rent a Tablet for an Inmate in Montgomery County Jail
To rent a tablet for an inmate in Montgomery County follow these instructions:
- Register here. It is recommended you use Chrome or Firefox.
- Pay for the subscription using Paypal.
- 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 Montgomery County inmate will recieve their tablet in 3-5 business days, after you pay.
- Call - 800-844-6591 or 972-734-1111.
- Email - tablets@securustech.net
For all Montgomery County information on Tablet Rentals for your inmate, check out our Tablet Rental Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Montgomery County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 765-362-3740 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessWhat are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Montgomery County?
The Montgomery County Jail serves the following cities and towns of Montgomery County: Crawfordsville, New Market and Waveland.
