Montgomery County Jail

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 712-623-5107 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up an offender's criminal court case and docket schedule online for Montgomery County and any other county in Iowa.

Montgomery County Jail Inmate Search

The Montgomery County Jail maintains an average of 16 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 800 offenders.

Iowa is one of the few states in the country where individual counties can charge an inmate a Room and Board Fee for county inmates who have been sentenced and are serving their time. Counties in this state could charge anywhere from $25-80 per day. Some of the counties who currently charge are Carroll, Black Hawk, Lyon, Worth and Des Moines Counties. Ask your inmate's lawyer if this is something you should be concerned with. Keep in mind that it has a lot to do with the charges the accused could be found guilty of as well. Ultimately, the judge will decide whether to demand this fee or not.

The following charts of Montgomery County inmate population demographics are updated daily. The information shown is for today. For research purposes we have broken down the inmates by sex, age, ethnicity, and criminal charges.

The information is compiled from the Montgomery County Corrections Department, the state of Iowa Department of Corrections, as well as the United States Department of Justice and Census Bureau records. It represents every person in custody in Montgomery County.

For complete information on how to get directions, bond, visit, mail, send and receive email and texts, receive phone calls, and send money or commissary to an inmate, find arrest information for Montgomery County and other counties surrounding this one, scroll down this page. We have a section for each.

We also provide photos of the jail that we have collected over the years.

How to post bail for a loved one in Montgomery County

Once booked at Montgomery County Jail in Red Oak, the individual has several possible outcomes:

1. Release without posting bail, with a commitment to appear in court.
2. Remaining in custody until their court date.
3. Posting bail or bond for release. For the exact amount, call 712-623-5107.

Several payment methods are available for bail.

• Cash bonds are settled in full at the jail's bonding window or the clerk of court with cash, a cashier's check or a money order, and card payments are often available at a lobby kiosk or through an online bond vendor for a fee; bring the inmate's full name and booking number, and the jail can be reached at 712-623-5107.
• Licensed bail bondsmen in Montgomery County can assist with the process.
• Many courts accept land or a house as bond collateral; the owner proves clear title and equity worth at least the bond amount, often double, with a deed and a recent tax or appraisal value, and the court that set bail approves the property.

For more details on the bail process in Montgomery County, Iowa, visit the Montgomery County Jail Bail Information Page.

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

Montgomery County Jail ON-SITE (at the jail) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

106 W. Coolbaugh Street
Red Oak, IA 51566
712-623-5107

Schedule Video Visits online with Reliance

• On-site Visits are free.
• Visits are 30 minutes.
• Visitation schedule subject to change.
• Inmates are allowed one visit per day however the weekly limit is determined by the inmates classification.
• A maximum of 2 guests are allowed per an on-site video session.
• All visits must be made at least 24 hours in advance.

ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

Montgomery County Jail REMOTE (at home) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

Schedule Remote Video Visit with Reliance

• All visits must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance.
• Remote visits are charged a fee of $0.25 per minute.
• Visitation Schedule subject to change.

REMOTE VISITATION SCHEDULE

Attorneys have access to their clients during the following times:

9:00 AM - 10:00 PM

• Inmates cannot be seen during mealtimes, lockdowns and emergency situations.
• Attorneys may call 712-623-5107 for questions or appointments.

Montgomery County Jail uses the services of Reliance Telephone for video (visit) phone calls and for emailing/texting to inmates.

Note: This option may not be available for your inmate. When registering, check to see if devices are available.

Known as the 'Reliance Inmate Wallet', it makes funding jail communication easy. Payments made into an 'Inmate Wallet' account are linked to a dedicated telephone number for inmates who rent one of their Reliance Tablet Phones. Inmate Wallet funds can be used for personal inmate text messaging, voice calls and video calls. 

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 712-623-5107 for further assistance.

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

Video session rates for Montgomery County Jail are listed when you schedule through Reliance, so check the total before confirming. For a disputed video charge, contact Reliance first, then the jail if needed.

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 712-623-5107 for further assistance.

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Montgomery 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
Montgomery 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 Montgomery 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#
Montgomery County Jail
c/o Montgomery County Sheriff
106 W Coolbaugh St
Red Oak, IA 51566

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 Montgomery County

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

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• Register to open an account, or Sign In to JailATM, the deposit service used for inmates at Montgomery County.
• After registering and signing in, select 'Send Money Now'.
• Choose Iowa, then choose Montgomery 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 Montgomery 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 Montgomery County Jail, or depositing money at the jail, over the phone or by mail, check out our Send Money Page for Montgomery County.

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 712-623-5107 for further assistance.

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

Per-minute call rates for Montgomery County Jail are shown in the Reliance account before any call is paid for, and Reliance customer service at 1-800-896-3201 answers billing questions about a charge.

How Do Inmates in Montgomery County Jail Make Phone Calls?

To set up your Montgomery County inmate to make phone calls to you and others, follow these instructions:

• Register and set up a new account with RELIANCE Telephone, or log in if you already have an account.
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• Review your communication options and choose a plan.
• Select Montgomery County Jail, then select your inmate who you will be funding.

For all the information you need in order to receive phone calls from your Montgomery County inmate, or to assist them in making calls to others, including instructions, fees, cost of calls, payment methods and times that your inmate can use the phone, check out our Inmate Phone Page.
NOTE: All of your communication with your inmate will be monitored and recorded. Use discretion when discussing sensitive information about 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 712-623-5107 for further assistance.

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

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 712-623-5107 for further assistance.

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

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

Search for JailATM services for Montgomery County Jail.

Make an inmate deposit with JailATM for Montgomery County Jail. 

Note: While JailATM offers the following inmate services, Montgomery 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

Montgomery 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 Montgomery County

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

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• Go to JailATM, choose Iowa, then choose Montgomery 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 Montgomery County Jail, and then input your payment method. 
• NOTE: There may be a limit on how much product you can send your inmate in Montgomery 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 Montgomery County Jail check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Montgomery County.

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 712-623-5107 for further assistance.

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

Montgomery County Jail uses the services of Reliance Telephone for emailing/texting to inmates.

Known as the 'Reliance Inmate Wallet', it makes funding jail communication easy. 

• Payments made into an 'Inmate Wallet' account are linked to a dedicated telephone number for inmates who rent one of their Reliance Tablet Phones.
• Inmate Wallet funds can be used for personal inmate text messaging, voice calls and video calls.  

How Do Inmates in Montgomery County Jail Send and Receive Texts and Emails?

To set up your Montgomery County inmate to make to send and receive texts and emails to you and others, follow these instructions:

• Register and set up a new account with RELIANCE Telephone, or log in if you already have an account.
• 
• Review your communication options and choose the option for sending secure messages.
• Select Montgomery County Jail, then select your inmate who you will be funding.

For all the information you need in order to send and receive texts and emails from your Montgomery County inmate, or to assist them in sending and receiving secure messages to and from others, including instructions, fees, cost of each message, tablet rentals, payment methods and times that your inmate can send messages, check out our Text/Email an Inmate Page.
NOTE: All of your communication with your inmate will be monitored and recorded. Use discretion when communicating sensitive information about 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 Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 712-623-5107 for further assistance.

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

Montgomery County Jail uses the services of Reliance Telephone for video (visit) phone calls and for emailing/texting to inmates.

Note: This option may not be available for your inmate. When registering, check to see if tablets are available.

• Known as the 'Reliance Inmate Wallet', it makes funding jail communication easy. 
• Payments made into an 'Inmate Wallet' account are linked to a dedicated telephone number for inmates who rent one of their Reliance Tablet Phones.
• Inmate Wallet funds can be used for personal inmate text messaging, voice calls and video calls. 

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 712-623-5107 for further assistance.

What are the other City and County Jails in Montgomery County?

Montgomery County County Jails

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