Flathead County Detention Center

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Flathead County Detention Center

The 154-bed Flathead County Detention Center has staff available around the clock to provide inmate information at 406-758-5617.

All people arrested in the county for a misdemeanor or felony are brought here for booking and processing. If their charges call for detention, they are held until they are released on bail, released on their own recognizance, or ordered to remain in custody until their trial is complete.

The facility’s current roster can be viewed using the inmate search tool.

If sentenced to less than one year, an inmate serves the time in this county. If sentenced to more than one year, the inmate is sent to the Montana State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

This page explains how to find an inmate on the official jail roster, how to get to the jail, and how to use services such as the visitation schedule, inmate account deposits, mail, phone calls, voicemail, email and texting, tablet rentals, bail bonds, and commissary.

Keep the inmate’s booking number or jail ID on file for mail and communication. If it’s not online, call Flathead County Detention Center at 406-758-5617.

Phone: 406-758-5617

Physical Address:
920 South Main Street
Kalispell, MT 59901

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate Name
Flathead County Detention Center
920 South Main Street, Suite 100
Kalispell, MT 59901

Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate Name
Flathead County Detention Center
920 South Main Street, Suite 100
Kalispell, MT 59901

Other Jails and Prisons

How Do You Find Someone in the Flathead County Detention Center?

To search for an inmate in the Flathead 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 406-758-5617 for the information you are looking for.

Flathead 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 Flathead 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 406-758-5617 for further assistance.

The Flathead County Detention Center maintains an average of 154 offenders in custody on any given day. The Flathead 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 Flathead County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 3,080 offenders.

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About the Flathead County Detention Center

The Flathead County Detention Center is a local jail facility located in Kalispell, Montana. It is run by the Flathead County Sheriff’s Department and licensed by the Montana Department of Corrections. The facility was built in 1987 with a capacity of 63 beds and was considered a medium-security jail. An upgrade to the facility 2007 brought the rated capaciy up to 154 beds,however they typically have fewer inmates in custody than that.

The facility houses both male and female adult inmates and receives an average of 260 bookings per month, which amounts to over 3,100 bookings yearly.

The Flathead County Detention Center is filled with men and women charged with misdemenor and felony crimes who are awaiting trial. Those convicted and sentenced to less than one year are serving their sentence at the detention center, while those who have been convicted of a felony and have been sentenced to more than one year will be shipped off to a Montana State Prison. 

The Flathead County Detention Center is located at 920 South Main Street, Kalispell, Montana, the cvounty Justice Center.

You can reach the detention by phone by calling: 406-758-5617, and can call the Sheriff's office at 406-758-5585. To leave a free voice message for an inmate, call 406-758-5617, then choose option #4. 

As of 2023, there is an inmate roster available on the web that contains each inmate’s full name, date of birth, address, race, IDN#, case #, document type, booking date, charges, court date, court event, division, and court role.

Remote Video Visiting hours at the facility are from 9:00AM to 11:00PM every day. Video visits at the facility are Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 5:30PM to 10:30PM., and on-site peron to person visits are on Saturdays from 12 noon to 9:00PM and Sundays from 9:00AM to 9:00PM.

Mail can be received every day and is processed and passed to the inmates quickly, although there are some restrictions to avoid contraband entering the facility. Friends and family of inmates in the Flathead County Detention Center can arrange to visit inmates by video, both at the jail and remotely from home. They can also send them money and buy them commissary online, and set up a phone account that allows the inmates to call them during the day and evening seven days a week.

All the information on these inmate services can be found in the sections below.  If you still have questions, you can phone the jail 24 hours a day by calling 406-758-5617.

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

How is booking conducted at Flathead County Detention Center?

After an arrest, individuals are transported to Flathead County Detention Center for the booking process. This procedure ensures the person’s identity, assesses charges, and determines if they will be released, eligible for bail, or detained until court.

Remaining silent during this process is vital. Anything said could be used as evidence, so it’s wise to wait for an attorney before speaking about the arrest.

Here’s a breakdown of the booking steps at Flathead County Detention Center:

  • Verifying identification information.
  • Capturing mugshots for record-keeping.
  • Health assessments and questions about criminal history.
  • Possible DNA collection.
  • Physical search for contraband or weapons.
  • Securing personal belongings.
  • Granting a free phone call.

For questions about an arrestee’s bond, call the facility at 406-758-5617.

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Directions / Map to the Flathead County Detention Center
Inmate Bail and Bonding

How to post bail for someone arrested in Flathead County

When an individual is arrested and booked at Flathead County Detention Center in Kalispell, the outcomes include:

1. Release without bail, under the condition they appear for their court date.
2. Remain in custody until the court appearance.
3. Post a bail or bond for release. Contact 406-758-5617 for specific bail amounts.

Bail payments can be made in different ways.

  • Cash bonds must be paid in full, either at the jail's bonding window or with the clerk of court, and are accepted as cash, cashier's check or money order; many jails also process cards through a lobby kiosk or online vendor for a fee, so bring the inmate's full name and booking number, and phone the jail at 406-758-5617 if needed.
  • You can work with a licensed bail bondsman in Flathead County.
  • Many courts allow a property bond, letting an owner put up land or a home after proving clear title and equity of at least the bond (often double) through a deed and a recent tax or appraisal value, with approval from the court that set bail.

For further information on posting bail in Flathead County, Montana, visit the Flathead County Detention Center Bail Information Page.

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Inmate Visitation

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Flathead County Detention Center? What is the Schedule?

Flathead County Detention Center in-person Visits

920 South Main Street
Kalispell, MT 59901

406-758-5617

  • Maximum of 2 persons visiting and one visit per inmate per day.
  • You must be over 18 years of age to visit an inmate.

Saturday – From noon until 9pm, with a break from 1pm to 3pm for lunch.  Visitor sign in begins at 11:45am.

Sunday – From 9am until 9pm, with a break for lunch between 1pm to 3pm. Visitor sign in begins at 8:45am.



Flathead County Detention Center ON-SITE (at the jail) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

920 South Main Street
Kalispell, MT 59901
406-758-5617

Schedule Video Visits online with Securus

  • On-site Visits are free. You must be 18 years old to visit.
  • Visits are 30 minutes.
  • Visitation schedule subject to change.
  • Inmates are allowed a maximum of one visit per day.
  • 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

DAY TIME
SUNDAY NO ON-SITE VIDEO VISITS
MONDAY NO ON-SITE VIDEO VISITS
TUESDAY NO ON-SITE VIDEO VISITS
WEDNESDAY 5:30 PM - 10:30 PM
THURSDAY 5:30 PM - 10:30 PM
FRIDAY 5:30 PM - 10:30 PM
SATURDAY NO ON-SITE VIDEO VISITS


Flathead County Detention Center REMOTE (at home) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

Schedule Video Visits online with Securus

  • All visits must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance.
  • Remote visits are charged a fee of $9.99 for a 20 minute visit.
  • Visitation Schedule subject to change.

REMOTE VISITATION SCHEDULE

DAY TIME
SUNDAY 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
MONDAY 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
TUESDAY 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
WEDNESDAY 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
THURSDAY 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
FRIDAY 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
SATURDAY 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Attorneys have access to their clients during the following times:

9:00 AM - 10:00 PM

20 MINUTE $9.99
40 MINUTE $19.98

  • Inmates cannot be seen during mealtimes, lockdowns and emergency situations.
  • Attorneys may call 406-758-5617 for questions or appointments.

Flathead County Detention Center 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. 

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 Flathead County Detention Center 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.
Flathead County Detention Center 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 Flathead County Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-758-5617 for further assistance.

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Remote Video Visitation

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

Flathead County Detention Center ON-SITE (at the jail) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

920 South Main Street
Kalispell, MT 59901
406-758-5617

Schedule Video Visits online with Securus

  • On-site Visits are free. You must be 18 years old to visit.
  • Visits are 30 minutes.
  • Visitation schedule subject to change.
  • Inmates are allowed a maximum of one visit per day.
  • 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

DAY TIME
SUNDAY NO ON-SITE VIDEO VISITS
MONDAY NO ON-SITE VIDEO VISITS
TUESDAY NO ON-SITE VIDEO VISITS
WEDNESDAY 5:30 PM - 10:30 PM
THURSDAY 5:30 PM - 10:30 PM
FRIDAY 5:30 PM - 10:30 PM
SATURDAY NO ON-SITE VIDEO VISITS


Flathead County Detention Center REMOTE (at home) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

Schedule Video Visits online with Securus

  • All visits must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance.
  • Remote visits are charged a fee of $9.99 for a 20 minute visit.
  • Visitation Schedule subject to change.

REMOTE VISITATION SCHEDULE

DAY TIME
SUNDAY 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
MONDAY 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
TUESDAY 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
WEDNESDAY 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
THURSDAY 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
FRIDAY 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
SATURDAY 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Attorneys have access to their clients during the following times:

9:00 AM - 10:00 PM

20 MINUTE $9.99
40 MINUTE $19.98

  • Inmates cannot be seen during mealtimes, lockdowns and emergency situations.
  • Attorneys may call 406-758-5617 for questions or appointments.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Flathead County Detention Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-758-5617 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Flathead County Detention Center?

There are multiple ways to add money to an inmate's account at Flathead County Detention Center, 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 Flathead County Detention Center 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 Flathead County

To send commissary money to an inmate in Flathead County Detention Center follow these steps:

  • Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
  • Select Montana, then select Flathead County Detention Center, 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 Flathead County Detention Center.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Flathead County Detention Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-758-5617 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Flathead County Detention Center?

Leave a message for an inmate at the Flathead County Detention Center

To leave a message for an inmate please call 406-758-5617, option #4.  

Be advised this is available only if the inmate has been moved to general population.

How an Inmate Makes a Phone Call to You or Others from Flathead County Detention Center

To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Flathead 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 Flathead County Detention Center, 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 Flathead 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 Flathead County Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-758-5617 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

How do I Mail an Inmate in the Flathead County Detention Center, and what can I send them?

Flathead County Detention Center Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Flathead County Detention Center allows inmates to receive pre-metered postcards like the type purchased from the post office. They may also allow certain photo postcards as long as they have not been tampered with or contain images that may be considered to be obscene or violent in nature. It is best to only use blue or black ink. Always include your name and return address.

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

Don't enclose anything except what is mentioned below:

  • Cards are allowed, but only plain ones:  No musical, glitter, etc.
  • Photographs are allowed - Size: 6″ x 8″ and smaller and limited to 4.

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 Name
Flathead County Detention Center
920 South Main Street, Suite 100
Kalispell, MT 59901



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate Name
Flathead County Detention Center
920 South Main Street, Suite 100
Kalispell, MT 59901



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
The Flathead County Detention Center allows books to be mailed directly to the jail from a reputable source 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 Flathead County Detention Center standards will be disposed of. 
Hard cover books will not be accepted by the jail due to their potential to be used as a weapon.


All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate Name
Flathead County Detention Center
920 South Main Street, Suite 100
Kalispell, MT 59901

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Flathead County Detention Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-758-5617 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Flathead County Detention Center, and what can I purchase?

How to Send Money to an Inmate in Flathead County

To send commissary money to an inmate in Flathead County Detention Center follow these steps:

  • Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
  • Select Montana, then select Flathead County Detention Center, 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 Flathead County Detention Center.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Flathead County Detention Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-758-5617 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Flathead County Detention Center using an Online Messaging Service?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Flathead County Detention Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-758-5617 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Flathead County Detention Center have Access to Tablets or Computers?

Flathead County Detention Center 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 Flathead County Detention Center.

Questions:

How to Rent a Tablet for an Inmate in Flathead County Detention Center

To rent a tablet for an inmate in Flathead 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 Flathead County inmate will recieve their tablet in 3-5 business days, after you pay.


If you have any questions:

For all Flathead 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 Flathead County Detention Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-758-5617 for further assistance.

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Other Jails Nearby

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

Flathead Lewis and Clark Powell Lake Missoula Sanders Lincoln Glacier Pondera Teton
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