For information about an inmate, call the 48-bed Broadwater County Detention Center at 406-266-3441. The line is answered 24 hours a day.
This facility is responsible for the booking and processing of everyone arrested in the county for a misdemeanor or felony. Depending on the charges, inmates may be held until they are bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or kept in custody until their trial reaches a conclusion.
The facility’s roster is searchable through the inmate search tool.
Sentences of under one year are served here. Anything longer is served in the Montana State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page provides:
Save the inmate’s jail ID or booking number; you may need it for mail and other communication. If it isn’t online, call Broadwater County Detention Center at 406-266-3441.
Phone: 406-266-3441
Physical Address:
519 Broadway
Townsend, MT 59644
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Broadwater County Detention Center
519 Broadway St.
Townsend, MT 59644
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Broadwater County Detention Center
519 Broadway St.
Townsend, MT 59644
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Broadwater County Detention Center, 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 406-266-3441 for the information you are looking for.
Broadwater County Detention Center Inmate Search
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about finding an inmate in the Broadwater County Detention Center, how the jail rosters work and what happens after an offender is arrested and booked. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-266-3441 for further assistance.
The Broadwater County Detention Center maintains an average of 48 offenders in custody on any given day. The Broadwater County Detention Center 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 Broadwater County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 960 offenders.
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The 48-bed Broadwater County Detention Center is responsible for the housing and care of those who are accused or convicted of committing a misdemeanor or felony in Broadwater County as they wait for their trial or as they serve their sentence, usually less than one year.
It serves many law enforcement organizations including the Sheriff’s Department, local police, Immigration, and other surrounding counties as needed.
If you have questions regarding an inmate or the programs and services provided, the staff can be reached at 406-266-3441, and an online listing of all the detainees is published for your own investigation.
Upon intake, the booking process is completed, which includes a medical screening, fingerprinting and mugshots, DNA sample, along with an assessment to determine security needs, medical needs, mental health requirements, and housing assignment.
Staff is available to transport all inmates to court dates and any medical appointments or emergency needs, as well as inspecting all mail for contraband, receiving commissary funds and other money for inmates, maintaining the safety of the community and the security of the facility, and other tasks.
The Broadwater County Detention Center also provides several other services to inmates including basic needs in meals, laundry, and hygiene items, and programs including AA, counseling, religious programs, education, recreation, and opportunities to grow social and life skills.
Along with the efforts made by the staff, reduced recidivism is seen when inmates are able to stay in contact and supported by their family or friends who are not incarcerated so mail, phones, and visits are provided.
Visits are in person, and are via video and an account is created online to book and complete visits, allowing both visitors and inmates to schedule a visit.
Phone accounts are also registered online, and allow for inmates to make outgoing calls during the daytime and evening hours when they are not participating in a task or program.
Information for money for an inmate’s commissary can be found on our Inmate Money page.
All personal mail is sent to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Broadwater County Detention Center
519 Broadway St.
Townsend, MT 59644
Staff will open each piece and look for contraband, which is removed before it is given to the inmate.
Legal mail, money orders, books and newspaper and magazine subscriptions are mailed to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Broadwater County Detention Center
519 Broadway St.
Townsend, MT 59644
After an arrest, the individual is brought to Broadwater County Detention Center for the booking process. This procedure involves identifying the person, determining charges, and deciding whether they’ll be released on their own recognizance, posted for bail, or held until court.
Remaining silent is highly recommended, as anything said can later be used in court. Wait for legal advice before responding to questions.
The booking process typically involves the following steps at Broadwater County Detention Center:
For details on an offender’s bail or bond, call Broadwater County Detention Center at 406-266-3441.
Once an individual is booked at Broadwater County Detention Center in Townsend, options for their release include:
1. Release without paying bail, with a commitment to appear in court.
2. Continued detention until their court date.
3. Release upon paying a bail or bond. Call 406-266-3441 for the bail amount.
Bail can be paid through various methods.
For more details on the bail process in Broadwater County, Montana, visit the Broadwater County Detention Center Bail Page.
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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Broadwater County Detention Center? What is the Schedule?
Broadwater County Detention Center VISITATION Schedule
A POD:
Mon and Thurs 3pm-9pm / Saturday 2pm-8pm
B POD:
Mon and Thurs 3pm-9pm / Saturday 2pm-8pm
C POD:
Tue and Fri 3pm-9pm / Sunday 2pm-8pm
D POD:
Tue and Fri 3pm-9pm / Sunday 2pm-8pm
In other words, you can visit your inmate in jail by using your home computer, as long as it is equipped with a microphone and camera that supports video.
Ask Broadwater County Detention Center whether a video visit made at the jail is free.
Costs
NCIC shows the price of a video visit before you confirm it. Rates are set by the provider and can change.
Ask Broadwater County Detention Center whether a video visit made at the jail is free.
How to set up your Video Visit
Your inmate will be notified by the jail staff of the date and time for the visit. Be logged in and connected to NCIC before the scheduled start time.
NCIC Customer Service
Phone - 800-943-2189 or 903-247-0069
Email – info@ncic.com
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Broadwater County Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-266-3441 for further assistance.
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Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Broadwater County Detention Center?
In other words, you can visit your inmate in jail by using your home computer, as long as it is equipped with a microphone and camera that supports video.
Ask Broadwater County Detention Center whether a video visit made at the jail is free.
Costs
NCIC shows the price of a video visit before you confirm it. Rates are set by the provider and can change.
Ask Broadwater County Detention Center whether a video visit made at the jail is free.
How to set up your Video Visit
Your inmate will be notified by the jail staff of the date and time for the visit. Be logged in and connected to NCIC before the scheduled start time.
NCIC Customer Service
Phone - 800-943-2189 or 903-247-0069
Email – info@ncic.com
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Broadwater County Detention Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-266-3441 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Broadwater County Detention Center?
Instructions on purchasing commissary items for an inmate:
NOTE: Broadwater County Detention Center may only allow online deposits for local commissary purchasing.
1. Register or Log in to your account at Inmate Canteen.
2. Select the facility where the inmate is located and the inmate you wish to purchase commissary items for.
3. Select the "Purchase Items" option.
4. Follow the prompts on screen to purchase items for an inmate.
Inmate Canteen Customer Service can be reached at 715-690-2965, or by email at support@inmatecanteen.com.
For all information, tips and to see the hundreds of available items for shipping Commissary packages to an inmate in Broadwater County Detention Center, or to see how deposit money so that your inmate can purchase their own commissary, check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Broadwater County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Broadwater County Detention Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-266-3441 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Broadwater County Detention Center?
To receive phone calls from an inmate in Broadwater County follow these instructions:
Broadwater County Detention Center uses the services of NCIC for inmate phone calling. It is called a ‘friends & family account”.
In order to receive phone calls from your inmate, you need to do the following:
NOTE:
1. You cannot receive any calls to your phone number from your inmate until both you and your phone number are registered.
2. When you do receive a call, the number you will view on your phone from the incoming call is: 800-943-2189.
3. When allowed by Broadwater County Detention Center, families can also leave secure voicemails for inmates to listen to.
Fees
NCIC Customer Service
Phone - 800-943-2189 or 903-247-0069
Email – info@ncic.com
Full list of participating jails.
For all the information regarding phone calls with Broadwater County inmates; rules, policies, phone calling times, fees, limits and more visit our Inmate Phone Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Broadwater County Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-266-3441 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Broadwater County Detention Center, and what can I send them?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Broadwater County Detention Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-266-3441 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Broadwater County Detention Center, and what can I purchase?
Instructions on purchasing commissary items for an inmate:
1. Register or Log in to your account at Inmate Canteen.
2. Select Montana, then Broadwater County Detention Center, and then the inmate you wish to purchase commissary items for.
3. Select the "Purchase Commissary Items" option.
4. Follow the prompts on screen to purchase items for an inmate.
5. Inmate Canteen Customer Service can be reached at 715-690-2965, or by email at support@inmatecanteen.com.
Inmate Canteen has a selection of hundreds of items available to purchase for inmates in Broadwater County.
The items range from candy, snacks, coffee and other drinks, undergarments, stationary supplies and more.
To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Broadwater County Detention Center follow these steps:
For all information, tips and to see the hundreds of available items for shipping Commissary packages to an inmate in Broadwater County Detention Center, or to see how deposit money so that your inmate can purchase their own commissary, check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Broadwater County.
Inmate Canteen Customer Service can be reached at 715-690-2965, or by email at support@inmatecanteen.com.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Broadwater County Detention Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-266-3441 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Broadwater County Detention Center using an Online Messaging Service?
You can deposit money three different ways:
• Deposit online at NCIC.com
• Ask Broadwater County Detention Center whether it has an NCIC deposit kiosk and where it is.
• Deposit over the phone 24/7 at 800-943-2189 or 903-247-0069 (Note: NCIC's terms put the live-agent fee for a phone payment or account set-up at no more than $5.95.)
NCIC Customer Service
Phone - 800-943-2189 or 903-247-0069
Email – info@ncic.com
To send a secure email message to an inmate in Broadwater County Detention Center follow these steps:
Broadwater County Detention Center uses the services of NCIC for you to deposit funds into your inmate's account so that you and they can purchase secure email messaging services from this jail’s e-messaging service.
You can deposit money three different ways:
• Deposit online at NCIC.com
• Ask Broadwater County Detention Center whether it has an NCIC deposit kiosk and where it is.
• Deposit over the phone 24/7 at 800-943-2189 or 903-247-0069 (Note: NCIC's terms put the live-agent fee for a phone payment or account set-up at no more than $5.95.)
Email – info@ncic.com
For all information on how to Text/Email an Inmate in Broadwater County Detention Center check out our Secure Messaging Guide for Broadwater County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Broadwater County Detention Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-266-3441 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Broadwater County Detention Center have Access to Tablets or Computers?
Ask Broadwater County Detention Center whether NCIC tablets are available to inmates there.
Ask Broadwater County Detention Center whether NCIC tablets are available to inmates there.
Ask Broadwater County Detention Center what the tablets can be used for and whether there is a charge.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Broadwater County Detention Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-266-3441 for further assistance.
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What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Broadwater County?
This facility, known as "Broadwater County Detention Center" is also known as Broadwater County Jail & Sheriff.
