Lewis & Clark County Detention Center
Lewis & Clark County Detention Center
Call 406-447-8232 any time, 24 hours a day, to get inmate information from the 126-bed Lewis & Clark County Detention Center.
This is the county’s intake point for people arrested on misdemeanor and felony charges. Every arrestee goes through booking and processing here, and depending on the charges, may stay until they are bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or held pending the outcome of their trial.
For a current list of inmates, use the inmate search tool.
Short sentences, those under one year, are served at this jail. Longer sentences are served in the Montana State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
On this page: how to search the official roster, directions to the jail, the visitation schedule, depositing money for an inmate, mailing letters, phone calls, voicemail, emails and texts, tablets, bail bond instructions, and commissary.
Tip: save the inmate’s jail ID or booking number. Mail and many other services require it. If it isn’t online, Lewis & Clark County Detention Center can provide it at 406-447-8232.
Inmate Services
Phone
406-447-8232Mailing address (personal mail)
Lewis and Clark County Detention Center
PO BOX 591
Longview, Texas 75606
Mailing address (legal mail or subscriptions)
Lewis and Clark County Detention Center
221 Breckenridge Ave.
Helena, MT 59601
(Magazines, newspapers, bulk mail and books)
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Lewis & Clark 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 406-447-8232 for the information you are looking for.
Lewis & Clark 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 Lewis & Clark 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 406-447-8232 for further assistance.
The Lewis & Clark County Detention Center maintains an average of 126 offenders in custody on any given day. The Lewis & Clark 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 Lewis and Clark County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 2,520 offenders.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessThe 154-bed Lewis & Clark County Detention Center is located within the Law Enforcement Center that also includes the Sheriff’s Office.
The most recent renovations were completed in 2021, increasing the capacity and housing units to 154 beds, as well as providing up to date security for all areas of the building.
Upon arrival, all offenders are booked with fingerprints, mug shots, and updating their files and charges, along with an assessment of their history, medical needs, and mental health at that time.
Each will have their first appearance in court via closed circuit television either that day or the next at 1:00pm, these take place Monday through Friday so those arrested on the weekend will have their first appearance on the following Monday.
Lewis & Clark County Detention Center provides a list of current inmates, or by calling the front office at 406-447-8232.
During incarceration inmates will receive all their basic needs with housing, clean bedding and clothing, healthy meals, exercise and recreation, and socialization with other inmates and officers. Positive social interactions are encouraged with other inmates as well as through contact with friends and family who are not incarcerated.
Mail can be addressed to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate Number
Lewis and Clark County Detention Center
PO BOX 591
Longview, Texas 75606
... and will be passed to the inmate directly after being checked for contraband, and they are able to respond as often as they like. Mail is processed by a third party and scanned to be digitally delivered, and they are also able to access a messaging system using tablets.
Inmates have accounts that allow them to purchase commissary items or to make phone calls, and these accounts can be funded online as well as in the kiosk at the building.
Visits are provided on Saturday, Sunday, and holidays from 8am to 9:30pm with breaks for meals. One visit is permitted each week for 20 minutes, while video visits are available every day of the week with one 30 minute call in every 12 hour period.
- Jail (Main): 406-447-8232
- Medical Services: 406-447-8256
- Sheriff: 406-447-8204
What is the booking process for the Lewis & Clark County Detention Center?
After being arrested, the offender is brought to the Lewis & Clark County Detention Center for booking, which is the detailed process of identifying, classifying, deciding on charges, and whether the person will either be released on their own recognizance, allowed to be released on bail, or moved into the jail until their court date.
The first thing every newly arrested person must do is close their mouth. Everything an offender says may be used against them, so the best thing to do is remain silent when questioned about the arrest and what led to it.
These are the steps of booking someone into the Lewis & Clark County Detention Center:
- Personal identification.
- Mugshot(s).
- Questions about medical history, mental health, drug and alcohol use, and gang affiliations.
- Possible DNA.
- Full body search.
- Property forfeiture.
- Free phone call.
If you have any questions about when you can pay an offender's bond and what the cost will be, call the facility at 406-447-8232.
How do you pay bail for someone who has been arrested in Lewis and Clark County?
When an offender is arrested and brought to the Lewis & Clark County Detention Center in Helena for booking, there are several outcomes after being processed.
1. The offender will be released with no bail, promising to return on a specific date to appear before a judge in either Municipal or Lewis and Clark County Court.
2. The offender is ordered to remain in jail until their court date.
3. The offender is allowed to be released after paying a specified bond or bail. Call 406-447-8232 to get the exact amount.
The payment of an offender's bail or bond can take many shapes.
- A cash bond is paid in full at the jail's bonding window or the clerk of court, usually by cash, cashier's check or money order, and many jails also take debit or credit cards through a lobby kiosk or an online bond vendor for an added fee; bring the inmate's full name and booking number, and the jail's number is 406-447-8232.
- It can be paid using a bail company, licensed to do business in Lewis and Clark County.
- Many courts accept land or a home as bond collateral; the owner shows clear title and equity of at least the bond amount, often double, using a deed and a recent tax or appraisal value, and the court that set bail approves the property.
For detailed Frequently Asked Questions and Answers about the entire bail process in Lewis and Clark County Montana, check out the Lewis & Clark County Detention Center Bail Page.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the Lewis & Clark County Detention Center? What is the Schedule?
Lewis & Clark County Detention Center ON-SITE (at the jail) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE
Law Enforcement Center
221 Breckenridge Ave.
Helena, MT 59601
406-447-8232
Schedule Video Visits online with NCIC
- On-site Visits are free. One 20 minute visit per day.
- Visits are 20-30 minutes.
- Visitation schedule subject to change.
- A maximum of 2 guests are allowed per an On-site video session. A 3rd guest is allowed if it is a child and no more than 6 years old.
- All visits must be made at least 24 hours in advance.
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | 8:00AM - 10:30AM 12:30PM - 4:30PM 6:30PM - 9:30PM |
| SATURDAY | 8:00AM - 10:30AM 12:30PM - 4:30PM 6:30PM - 9:30PM |
| HOLIDAYS | 8:00AM - 10:30AM 12:30PM - 4:30PM 6:30PM - 9:30PM |
Lewis & Clark County Detention Center REMOTE (at home) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE
- All visits must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance.
- Visitation Schedule subject to change.
- Visits are $0.25 per minute.
- Video messages and picture messages are $0.35 each.
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | 8:00 AM - 9:30PM |
| MONDAY | 8:00 AM - 9:30PM |
| TUESDAY | 8:00 AM - 9:30PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 8:00 AM - 9:30PM |
| THURSDAY | 8:00 AM - 9:30PM |
| FRIDAY | 8:00 AM - 9:30PM |
| SATURDAY | 8:00 AM - 9:30PM |
Lewis & Clark County Detention Center uses the services of NCIC for remote video visitation.
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 Lewis & Clark 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 Lewis & Clark County Detention Center whether a video visit made at the jail is free.
How to set up your Video Visit
- Register here.
- Select Lewis & Clark County Detention Center
- Select your inmate.
- Choose your date and time.
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 Lewis & Clark County Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-447-8232 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Lewis & Clark County Detention Center?
Lewis & Clark County Detention Center ON-SITE (at the jail) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE
Law Enforcement Center
221 Breckenridge Ave.
Helena, MT 59601
406-447-8232
Schedule Video Visits online with NCIC
- On-site Visits are free. One 20 minute visit per day.
- Visits are 20-30 minutes.
- Visitation schedule subject to change.
- A maximum of 2 guests are allowed per an On-site video session. A 3rd guest is allowed if it is a child and no more than 6 years old.
- All visits must be made at least 24 hours in advance.
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | 8:00AM - 10:30AM 12:30PM - 4:30PM 6:30PM - 9:30PM |
| SATURDAY | 8:00AM - 10:30AM 12:30PM - 4:30PM 6:30PM - 9:30PM |
| HOLIDAYS | 8:00AM - 10:30AM 12:30PM - 4:30PM 6:30PM - 9:30PM |
Lewis & Clark County Detention Center REMOTE (at home) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE
- All visits must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance.
- Visitation Schedule subject to change.
- Visits are $0.25 per minute.
- Video messages and picture messages are $0.35 each.
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | 8:00 AM - 9:30PM |
| MONDAY | 8:00 AM - 9:30PM |
| TUESDAY | 8:00 AM - 9:30PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 8:00 AM - 9:30PM |
| THURSDAY | 8:00 AM - 9:30PM |
| FRIDAY | 8:00 AM - 9:30PM |
| SATURDAY | 8:00 AM - 9:30PM |
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lewis & Clark County Detention Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-447-8232 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Lewis & Clark County Detention Center?
You can deposit money four different ways:
- Deposit at correctpay.com.
- Ask the jail whether it has a Correct Pay lobby kiosk for deposits.
- Deposit over the phone 24/7 at 855-836-3364
- Deposit using the iOS or Android app.
correctpay.com Assistance:
24/7 Customer Service - 855-836-3364
Frequently Asked Questions
How to Send Money to an Inmate in Lewis and Clark County
To send commissary money to an inmate in Lewis & Clark County Detention Center follow these steps:
- Register with correctpay by creating an account.
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- Select Montana, then select Lewis & Clark 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.
- You can deposit money four ways:
- Deposit online at correctpay.com.
- Ask the jail whether it has a Correct Pay lobby kiosk for deposits.
- Deposit over the phone 24/7 at 855-836-3364
- Deposit through their iOS or Android app.
For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account, what the fees are, how long it takes to hit their account and more, check out our full money and commissary guide for Lewis & Clark County Detention Center.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lewis & Clark County Detention Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-447-8232 for further assistance.
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How Does an Inmate Make Phone Calls in Lewis & Clark County Detention Center?
To receive phone calls from an inmate in Lewis and Clark County follow these instructions:
Lewis & Clark 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:
- Register here, or by phone 800-943-2189
- Choose Montana.
- Choose Lewis & Clark County Detention Center
- Select your Inmate.
- Enter the phone number your Inmate will be calling.
- Fund your account.
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 Lewis & Clark County Detention Center, families can also leave secure voicemails for inmates to listen to.
Fees
- Adding funds to your account: NCIC's terms cap the fee for an automated payment (web, phone menu or kiosk) at $3.00.
- NCIC shows the current per-minute rate when you set up the account.
- 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
Full list of participating jails.
For all the information regarding phone calls with Lewis and Clark 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 Lewis & Clark County Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-447-8232 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the Lewis & Clark County Detention Center, and what can I send them?
Lewis & Clark County Detention Center Inmate Mail Guidelines
Postcards
Check the Lewis & Clark County Detention Center's mail rules before sending postcards or books. It is best to only use blue or black ink. Always include your name and return address.
Envelopes
The Lewis & Clark County Detention Center also allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates. It is best to only use blue or black ink.
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's Full Name & Inmate Number
Lewis and Clark County Detention Center
PO BOX 591
Longview, Texas 75606
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate Number
Lewis and Clark County Detention Center
221 Breckenridge Ave.
Helena, MT 59601
(Magazines, newspapers, bulk mail and books)
Newspapers
Local or national newspapers may also be mailed to the inmate as long as they are mailed directly from the newspaper 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
Check the Lewis & Clark County Detention Center's mail rules before sending postcards or books.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Lewis & Clark County Detention Center standards will be disposed of.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate Number
Lewis and Clark County Detention Center
221 Breckenridge Ave.
Helena, MT 59601
(Magazines, newspapers, bulk mail and books)
Lewis & Clark County Detention Center Inmate Mail Guidelines
Postcards
Check the Lewis & Clark County Detention Center's mail rules before sending postcards or books.
Envelopes
The Lewis & Clark County Detention Center also allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates.
Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate Number
Lewis and Clark County Detention Center
PO BOX 591
Longview, Texas 75606
Legal Mail
Send all legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate Number
Lewis and Clark County Detention Center
221 Breckenridge Ave.
Helena, MT 59601
(Magazines, newspapers, bulk mail and books)
Newspapers
Local or national newspapers may also be mailed to the inmate as long as they are mailed directly from the newspaper 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
Check the Lewis & Clark County Detention Center's mail rules before sending postcards or books.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Lewis & Clark County Detention Center standards will be disposed of.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate Number
Lewis and Clark County Detention Center
221 Breckenridge Ave.
Helena, MT 59601
(Magazines, newspapers, bulk mail and books)
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lewis & Clark County Detention Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-447-8232 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Lewis & Clark County Detention Center, and what can I purchase?
Purchasing a Lewis & Clark County Detention Center Inmate Commissary
Lewis & Clark County Detention Center allows inmates to purchase commissary, which is a jail affiliated store that sells snacks, hygiene products, stationary, clothing and even e-cigs and nicotine pouches (where allowed).
You can buy commissary for an inmate using an online service called Kellwell Commissary.
These items can be purchased once a week.
This amount you can spend each week is set by the facility. Call 406-447-8232 in order to confirm the amount that cannot be exceeded.
Inmates have access to commissary packages that can be purchased and shipped to the inmate by friends and family.
You can also go to our Inmate Money page for information on how to send money to an inmate.
How to Send Commissary Money to an Inmate in Lewis and Clark County
To send commissary money to an inmate's account in Lewis & Clark County Detention Center follow these steps:
You can deposit money four different ways:
- Deposit online at correctpay.com.
- Ask the jail whether it has a Correct Pay lobby kiosk for deposits.
- Deposit over the phone 24/7 at 855-836-3364
- Deposit through their iOS or Android app.
24/7 Customer Service - 855-836-3364
Frequently Asked Questions
For all information, tips and available items for send money and for shipping Commissary packages to an inmate in Lewis & Clark County Detention Center check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Lewis and Clark County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lewis & Clark County Detention Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-447-8232 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Lewis & Clark County Detention Center using an Online Messaging Service?
Lewis & Clark 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 Lewis & Clark 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
How to Send a Secure Email Message to an Inmate in Lewis and Clark County
To send a secure email message to an inmate in Lewis & Clark County Detention Center follow these steps:
Lewis & Clark 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 Lewis & Clark 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 Lewis & Clark County Detention Center check out our Secure Messaging Guide for Lewis and Clark County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lewis & Clark County Detention Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-447-8232 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the Lewis & Clark County Detention Center have Access to Tablets or Computers?
Ask Lewis & Clark County Detention Center whether NCIC tablets are available to inmates there.
How to Rent a Tablet for an Inmate at the Lewis & Clark County Detention Center
Ask Lewis & Clark County Detention Center whether NCIC tablets are available to inmates there.
Ask Lewis & Clark 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 Lewis & Clark County Detention Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-447-8232 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessWhat are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Lewis and Clark County?
The Lewis & Clark County Detention Center serves the following cities and towns of Lewis and Clark County: Augusta, Canyon Creek, East Helena, Helena, Lincoln and Wolf Creek.