Granite County Jail

Search for an Inmate or Active Arrest Warrant in Granite County

Granite County Jail

The 12-bed Granite County Jail offers inmate information over the phone 24 hours a day at 406-859-3251.

This facility is the first stop for people arrested in the county on misdemeanor and felony charges. Everyone goes through booking and processing, and those who are held stay until they are bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or until their trial is finished.

You can search for current inmates using the inmate search tool.

Inmates sentenced to less than one year serve out their time at this jail. Inmates sentenced to longer terms are transferred to the Montana State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

This page tells you how to search the official jail roster, reach the facility, and use services like visitation, inmate account funding, mail, phone calls, voicemail, email and texting, tablet rentals, bail bonds, and commissary.

The inmate’s jail ID or booking number is required for many services, so save it. If it’s not online, call Granite County Jail at 406-859-3251.

Phone

406-859-3251

Physical address

115 Kearney Street
Philipsburg, MT 59858
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Mailing address (personal mail)

Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Granite County Jail
P.O. Box 188
Philipsburg, MT 59858

Mailing address (legal mail or subscriptions)

Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Granite County Jail
P.O. Box 188
Philipsburg, MT 59858

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To search for an inmate in the Granite 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 406-859-3251 for the information you are looking for.

Granite 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 Granite 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 406-859-3251 for further assistance.

The Granite County Jail maintains an average of 12 offenders in custody on any given day. The Granite 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 Granite County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 240 offenders.

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The 12-bed Granite County Jail is responsible for the housing and care of those who are accused or convicted of committing a misdemeanor or felony in Granite 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 406-859-3251, 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 Granite County Jail 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 #
Granite County Jail
P.O. Box 188
Philipsburg, MT 59858

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 #
Granite County Jail
P.O. Box 188
Philipsburg, MT 59858

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How does the booking process work at Granite County Jail?

Once someone is arrested, they are taken to Granite County Jail for booking. This process involves identifying the individual, determining charges, and deciding if they will be released on their own recognizance, released on bail, or held in custody until their court date.

It’s important for the arrestee to stay silent, as anything they say can be used against them. The best advice is to avoid answering any questions about the arrest until legal counsel is present.

The booking process at Granite County Jail typically includes the following steps:

  • Verifying identity.
  • Taking a mugshot.
  • Answering questions regarding medical, mental health, and substance use history.
  • DNA collection, if required.
  • Conducting a thorough search.
  • Confiscating personal belongings.
  • Providing a free phone call.

For questions about paying an arrestee’s bond or bail amount, contact the facility at 406-859-3251.

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What is the process to pay bail for someone detained in Granite County?

After an individual is apprehended and taken to Granite County Jail in Philipsburg for booking, their release options vary based on the situation:

1. They might be released without bail, on the condition they appear in court on a scheduled date.
2. They may be detained until their court appearance.
3. They may be eligible for release after posting a bail or bond.  Call 406-859-3251 for the exact bail amount.

There are different ways to settle an individual's bail or bond.

  • To post a cash bond, pay the full amount at the jail bonding window or the clerk's office by cash, cashier's check or money order; many facilities also accept cards at a lobby kiosk or through an online bond vendor for a fee, and you will need the inmate's full name and booking number (jail phone: 406-859-3251).
  • A licensed bail bondsman in Granite County can assist with payment.
  • Real property such as land or a house is accepted as collateral by many courts, provided the owner proves clear title and equity worth at least the bond, frequently twice the bond, with a deed and a current tax or appraisal value; the court that set bail signs off on it.

For more information on the bail process in Granite County, Montana, visit the Granite County Jail Bail Information Page.

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

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

115 Kearney Street
Philipsburg, MT 59858
406-859-3251

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

DAY TIME
SUNDAY 4:30 PM - 9:30 PM
MONDAY NO VISITS ON SITE
TUESDAY NO VISITS ON SITE
WEDNESDAY NO VISITS ON SITE
THURSDAY 4:30 PM - 9:30 PM
FRIDAY 4:30 PM - 9:30 PM
SATURDAY 4:30 PM - 9:30 PM


Granite 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

DAY TIME
SUNDAY 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
MONDAY 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
TUESDAY 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
WEDNESDAY 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
THURSDAY 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
FRIDAY 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
SATURDAY 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM

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 406-859-3251 for questions or appointments.

Granite 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 Granite County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-859-3251 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 Granite County Jail?

Video session rates for Granite 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 Granite County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-859-3251 for further assistance.

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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Granite County Jail?

Depositing Money in an Inmate's Commissary Account at Granite County Jail

Whatever cash the inmate has on their person when booked into the facility will automatically deposited and credited to their account. When released any money left in the account will be returned to them in the form of a check from the Sheriff's Department or the Granite County Jail Trust Account. There may be circumstances where the inmate can give permission to have his money released to a family member or friend.

Option 1 - Dropping Money at the Jail

  • Bring money to the jail in person. 
  • The jail personnel will process the Inmate Account payment. Cash or Money Order only.

Option 2 - 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.
  • Never send cash. Always send a Money Order or Cashier's Check from the US Post Office, a reputable bank or Western Union.
  • Make the Money Order out to the inmate and put their Inmate ID# in memo section of the Money Order.

Mail to the Jail.
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Granite County Jail
P.O. Box 188
Philipsburg, MT 59858

Failure to do this properly will delay your inmate getting their account credited and may require you to have to resubmit a second money order.
Call 406-859-3251 to ask any questions about this.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Granite County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-859-3251 for further assistance.

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

Per-minute call rates for Granite 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 Granite County Jail Make Phone Calls?

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

For all the information you need in order to receive phone calls from your Granite 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 Granite County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-859-3251 for further assistance.

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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Granite 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 Granite County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-859-3251 for further assistance.

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

Depositing Money in an Inmate's Commissary Account at Granite County Jail

Whatever cash the inmate has on their person when booked into the facility will automatically deposited and credited to their account. When released any money left in the account will be returned to them in the form of a check from the Sheriff's Department or the Granite County Jail Trust Account. There may be circumstances where the inmate can give permission to have his money released to a family member or friend.

Option 1 - Dropping Money at the Jail

  • Bring money to the jail in person. 
  • The jail personnel will process the Inmate Account payment. Cash or Money Order only.

Option 2 - 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.
  • Never send cash. Always send a Money Order or Cashier's Check from the US Post Office, a reputable bank or Western Union.
  • Make the Money Order out to the inmate and put their Inmate ID# in memo section of the Money Order.

Mail to the Jail.
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Granite County Jail
P.O. Box 188
Philipsburg, MT 59858

Failure to do this properly will delay your inmate getting their account credited and may require you to have to resubmit a second money order.
Call 406-859-3251 to ask any questions about this.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Granite County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-859-3251 for further assistance.

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

Granite 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 Granite County Jail Send and Receive Texts and Emails?

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

For all the information you need in order to send and receive texts and emails from your Granite 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 Granite County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-859-3251 for further assistance.

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

Granite 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 Granite County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-859-3251 for further assistance.

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

Granite County (this county)Deer Lodge CountyRavalli CountyPowell CountyMissoula County
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Search for an Inmate or Active Arrest Warrant in Granite County

The Granite County Jail serves the following cities and towns of Granite County: Drummond, Flint Creek, Hall, Maxville and Philipsburg.