Golden Valley County Jail

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Search for an Inmate or Active Arrest Warrant in Golden Valley County

Golden Valley County Jail

The Golden Valley County Jail is CLOSED.

Offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies in this county are brought to either the Wheatland County Jail or the Musselshell County Jail for booking and processing, and if their crime requires it, are incarcerated until they are either bonded out, are released from custody on their own recognizance, or are ordered to remain in custody until the disposition of their trial.

You can also use the inmate search tool to see this facility's roster of those who have been arrested and are still in custody.

Those who are found guilty and sentenced to a term of less than one year, will do their time in either the Wheatland County Jail or the Musselshell County Jail. Those sentenced to longer terms will be sent to either the Montana State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

It's always a good idea to find out and save the inmate's jail ID number or booking number as you may need this for sending mail or other communication needs. If you can't locate it online, you can call either the Wheatland County Jail or the Musselshell County Jail.

Phone: 406-568-2321

Physical Address:
Golden Valley County Jail
Ryegate, MT

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Wheatland County Jail
203 A Avenue NW
Harlowton, MT 59036

or

Musselshell County Jail
820 Main Street
Roundup, MT 59072

Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Wheatland County Jail
203 A Avenue NW
Harlowton, MT 59036

or

Musselshell County Jail
820 Main Street
Roundup, MT 59072

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How Do You Find Someone in the Golden Valley County Jail?

To search for an inmate in the Golden Valley 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 406-568-2321 for the information you are looking for.

Golden Valley County Jail 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 Golden Valley County Jail, 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 406-568-2321 for further assistance.

The Golden Valley County Jail maintains an average of 8 offenders in custody on any given day. The Golden Valley 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 Golden Valley County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 800 offenders.

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About the Golden Valley County Jail

The Golden Valley County Jail is CLOSED.

Offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies in this county are brought to either the Wheatland County Jail or the Musselshell County Jail for booking and processing, and if their crime requires it, are incarcerated until they are either bonded out, are released from custody on their own recognizance, or are ordered to remain in custody until the disposition of their trial.

You can also use the inmate search tool to see this facility's roster of those who have been arrested and are still in custody.

Those who are found guilty and sentenced to a term of less than one year, will do their time in either the Wheatland County Jail or the Musselshell County Jail. Those sentenced to longer terms will be sent to either the Montana State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

It's always a good idea to find out and save the inmate's jail ID number or booking number as you may need this for sending mail or other communication needs. If you can't locate it online, you can call either the Wheatland County Jail or the Musselshell County Jail.

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

The booking process explained for Golden Valley County Jail

Following an arrest, individuals are processed at Golden Valley County Jail. The booking process confirms identity, charges, and whether the individual will be released, granted bail, or held until court.

It is advisable to remain silent during booking, as anything said can be used against the individual later. Legal counsel should be consulted before any statements are made.

The booking steps at Golden Valley County Jail include:

  • Identification verification.
  • Taking mugshots.
  • Answering questions about health, criminal history, and gang affiliations.
  • Possible DNA sample collection.
  • A full-body search.
  • Confiscating personal items for safekeeping.
  • Providing a phone call.

To inquire about posting bond for an arrestee, contact the facility at 406-568-2321.

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Inmate Bail and Bonding

What are the bail options in Golden Valley County after an arrest?

Once arrested, an individual may be brought to Golden Valley County Jail in for processing. The next steps vary:

1. The individual may be released without paying bail and ordered to appear on a set date.
2. The individual could be held in jail until their hearing.
3. Posting bail or bond allows them to be released. Call 406-568-2321 to confirm the bail amount.

There are several ways to pay an individual’s bail.

  • A cash bond is posted by paying the whole amount at the jail bonding window or the clerk's office with cash, a cashier's check or a money order, and many facilities also accept cards at a kiosk or through an online bond vendor for a fee; bring the inmate's full name and booking number, and the jail's line is 406-568-2321.
  • Licensed bail bond agencies in Golden Valley County can provide assistance.
  • Courts in many places accept real property, such as land or a house, as bond collateral when the owner documents clear title and equity of at least the bond amount, often double, with a deed and a recent tax or appraisal value, and the court that set bail approves.

For more information about bail in Golden Valley County, Montana, see the Golden Valley County Jail Bail Guide.

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Other Jails in Golden Valley County

What are the other City and County Jails in Golden Valley County?

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Other Jails Nearby

What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Golden Valley County?

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Search for an Inmate or Active Arrest Warrant in Golden Valley County

This facility, known as "Golden Valley County Jail" is also known as Golden Valley County Jail & Sheriff, Golden Valley County Jail & Sheriff, Montana, Golden Valley.