Ravalli County Detention Center

Q: Does Ravalli County have bail?

Does Ravalli County have bail? Yes, Ravalli County recognizes most types of bonds.

Q: What kind of bonds are accepted in Ravalli County?

What kind of bonds are accepted in Ravalli County? Ravalli County permits five types of bonds: • By a deposit with the court of an amount equal to the required bail of cash, stocks, bonds, certificates of deposit, or other personal property approved by the court. • By pledging real estate situated within the state with an unencumbered equity, not exempt, owned by the defendant or sureties at a value double the amount of the required bail. • By posting a written undertaking executed by the defendant and by two sufficient sureties. • By posting a commercial surety bond executed by the defendant and by a qualified agent for and on behalf of the surety company. • By posting an offender's driver's license in lieu of bail if the summons describes a violation of any offense as provided in 61-5-214 and if the offender is the holder of an unexpired driver's license.”

Q: Who can set bail in Ravalli County?

Who can set bail in Ravalli County? For most non-violent crimes bail is preset according to a bail schedule. More serious and violent crimes require a defendant to appear in front of a judge who will determine bail amount.

Q: When is bail set in Ravalli County Montana?

When is bail set in Ravalli County Montana? For most non-violent crimes bail is preset according to a bail schedule and that information is available during the booking process. More serious crimes will require a hearing in front of a judge. This hearing, also known as a bail hearing, will generally be scheduled for the next court day. State law requires the bail hearing to take place within 48 hrs. not counting weekends or holidays.

Q: How do I find out if someone has been arrested and booked into the Ravalli County Detention Center?

How do I find out if someone has been arrested and booked into the Ravalli County Detention Center? To find out if someone you know has been recently arrested and booked into the Ravalli County Detention Center, call the jail’s booking line at 406-375-4080. There may be an automated method of looking them up by their name over the phone, or you may be directed to speak to someone at the jail. Sometimes the jail staff may ask you the offender’s date of birth to ensure privacy of the offender’s status. Keep in mind that after an arrest, the information on an offender may not be publicly available for several hours. If you don’t want to check up on an offender by calling the jail, you can also try looking up people recently booked online. Ravalli County Detention Center Booking Roster

Q: What happens during booking in Ravalli County?

What happens during booking in Ravalli County? After being arrested and taken into custody, and after being read their Miranda Rights, an offender will next be transported to the local police or department or the Sheriff’s Department in Ravalli County for booking. Booking is very involved and requires multiple steps in the process, however, keep in mind that most attorneys will advise that an offender remain silent and not offer any additional information about the crime they have been arrested for because anything they do say may be recorded and may very well be used against them in court.

Q: What is the booking process like at the Ravalli County Detention Center?

What is the booking process like at the Ravalli County Detention Center? Booking includes having their photo (mugshot) and fingerprints taken, as well as being asked a lot of questions about their personal history and state of mind. If it’s a serious felony, their DNA may also be taken. They will also be checked for warrants in Ravalli County and other Montana and USA jurisdictions. If the offender was arrested for a DUI offense, and has refused a breathalyzer test, they may also be forced to have blood drawn by a doctor or nurse. It is also very likely that the offender will undergo a humiliating full body search while in the nude. This includes bending over, spreading their cheeks in the direction of an officer, and coughing. They will also be walked through a metal detector or x-ray machine, like those used at an airport.

Q: What kind of questions are asked during booking?

What kind of questions are asked during booking? The arresting jurisdiction will ask about gang affiliations, tattoos, medical conditions, prescribed medication they are taking, recreational drugs they are on or addicted to, allergies, if they are suicidal, and other relevant information that will help with determining their cell assignment and special needs. What happens with an offender’s personal property during booking? During the arrest and booking process an offender will also have all their personal property confiscated and held for either their release from jail, or with the offender’s approval, released to a friend or family member. Personal property includes the clothing they are wearing, money, wallets, purses, cell phones, jewelry, body rings, earrings, watches, and even glasses if they are deemed a security risk. If they are allowed to keep their shoes or sneakers, the laces are removed. If the offender remains in jail for any length of time, the Ravalli County Detention Center will allow a friend or family member to pick up the inmate's property if the offender gives written authorization for a named person to do so. To find out the days and times for picking up an inmate's property, and what you will need to bring to verify your identity, call the jail at 406-375-4080 during business hours.

Q: How long does the Ravalli County Detention Center booking process take?

How long does the Ravalli County Detention Center booking process take? Booking can take anywhere from an hour to 24 hours or more. It all depends on the number of people that are awaiting processing, the number of staff on duty at the time, and the behavior of the offender. If the offender is heavily intoxicated and/or violent, the Booking Officer may decide to stick the offender in a holding cell for several hours until they become more manageable. What happens after an offender is booked into the Ravalli County Detention Center? At this point the offender will be allowed to make a free phone call to a person of their choice to notify them of their arrest, and/or arrange a bond or bail for their release. If the offender is being detained and housed while awaiting arraignment, the Ravalli County Detention Center will provide a jail garment and slip-on shoes, a blanket, sheets, soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, and a towel. Often, before they are dressed in the jail outfit and brought to their housing location, they will be forced to take a shower and undergo a disinfectant treatment for body and hair lice, scabies or other pests that may be residing on their person.

Question 1

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

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To search for an inmate in the Ravalli 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 406-375-4080 for the information you are looking for.

Ravalli 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 Ravalli 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 406-375-4080 for further assistance.

The Ravalli County Detention Center maintains an average of 80 offenders in custody on any given day. The Ravalli 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 Ravalli County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 1,600 offenders.

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About the Ravalli County Detention Center

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The 80-bed Ravalli County Detention Center houses all offenders arrested by any law enforcement in the Ravalli County including both misdemeanor and felony charges until their trial or if they are serving a short sentence of usually under one year.

Staff focus on a positive environment that encourages personal growth, positive social interactions, and encourages a safe environment for staff and inmates.

Receptionists are available during business hours of 8am to 5pm and will be able to answer questions about bonds, procedures, inmate status, and other concerns by calling 406-375-4080 and there is an online look up available around the clock.

Phones are present in the common areas of the housing units and inmates are able to access them for outgoing calls during daytime hours, and all calls are made collect or thought prepaid cards ordered through the commissary.

The commissary and other accounts are funded online or in the lobby by friends or family.

Mail is delivered to:

Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Ravalli County Detention Center
205 Bedford Street
Hamilton, MT 59840

... and if there is a full return address, no contraband, and nothing in the envelope except a letter, it will be delivered to the inmate directly.

Video visits are available each day of the week both onsite and off, with offsite visits being Sunday through Thursday 9am-12pm, 1pm-5pm, and Sunday through Wednesday has an evening 7:30pm-10:30pm time block. Visits on Friday and Saturday are 9am-12pm, 1pm-5pm, and 7:30pm-11:30pm.

Visits can be scheduled online and this is also the address for remote visits. Onsite visits are 20 minutes in length and is first come first served with a sign up sheet in the lobby, with times based upon the housing assignment and occurring Saturday, Sunday, or Monday.

Jail (Main): 406-375-4080
Court: 406-375-6780
Sheriff: 406-375-4060

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Question 3

Recent Bookings & Arrests

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How is booking conducted at Ravalli County Detention Center?

After an arrest, individuals are transported to Ravalli 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 Ravalli 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.

The booking process varies in duration, taking anywhere from an hour to 48 hours. For questions about an arrestee’s bond, call the facility at 406-375-4080.

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Question 4

Directions / Map to the Ravalli County Detention Center

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Question 5

Inmate Bail and Bonding

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How to post bail for someone arrested in Ravalli County

When an individual is arrested and booked at Ravalli County Detention Center in Hamilton, 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 406-375-4080 for specific bail amounts.

Bail payments can be made in different ways.

Cash, credit, or money order are accepted forms of payment.
You can work with a licensed bail bondsman in Ravalli County.
County real estate property can be used as collateral.

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

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Question 6

Inmate Visitation

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

Ravalli County Detention Center ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

205 Bedford Street
Hamilton, MT 59840
406-375-4080

Visits are 20 minutes.
You must be on the inmate's visitor list.
The actual visitation times may depend on the inmate and their housing location. Call 406-375-4080 and get your inmate's times and make an appointment to visit.
Inmates are allowed one visit per day.
A maximum of 2 guests are allowed per inmate.
Visitors must have a government issued photo ID.
Dress professionally with non-revealing clothing.

ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 406-375-4080 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!

DAY	TIMES
SUNDAY B-Block	7:30PM - 9:30PM
TUESDAY MEN PC	9:00AM - 10:30AM
TUESDAY OBS4	9:00PM - 9:30PM
TUESDAY Women	7:30PM - 9:00PM
SATURDAY A-Block	12:30PM - 3:30PM

Ravalli County Detention Center VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

205 Bedford Street
Hamilton, MT 59840
406-375-4080

Schedule Video Visits online with Inmate Canteen

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.

VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

DAY	TIME
SUNDAY	9 AM -12:00 PM 1 PM - 5:00 PM 7:30 PM - 10:30 PM
MONDAY	9 AM -12:00 PM 1 PM - 5:00 PM 7:30 PM - 10:30 PM
TUESDAY	9 AM -12:00 PM 1 PM - 5:00 PM 7:30 PM - 10:30 PM
WEDNESDAY	9 AM -12:00 PM 1 PM - 5:00 PM 7:30 PM - 10:30 PM
THURSDAY	9 AM -12:00 PM 1 PM - 5:00 PM
FRIDAY	9 AM -12:00 PM 1 PM - 5:00 PM 7:30 PM - 11:30 PM
SATURDAY	9 AM -12:00 PM 1 PM - 5:00 PM 7:30 PM - 11:30 PM

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Ravalli County Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-375-4080 for further assistance.

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Remote Video Visitation

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Ravalli County Detention Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-375-4080 for further assistance.

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Question 8

Inmate Money Accounts

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

There are FOUR options for putting money on an inmate's books:

Option 1 - Dropping Money at the Jail
Bring money to the jail in person.
Either the jail personnel will process the Inmate Account payment or you will use a Jail ATM self-serve kiosk in the lobbies that accepts cash, debit or credit cards.

Option 2 - Deposit Inmate Money Online
Ravalli County Detention Center uses Jail ATM to process all online deposits to an inmate's account. The company charges you a small fee for doing so, but the fee probably isn't as much as gas and parking would cost to take it to the jail in person.

Option 3 - 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 and you don't have a debit/credit card for online deposits. Never send cash. Always send a Money Order from the US Post Office, a reputable bank or Western Union. Call the Ravalli County Detention Center first as they may want you to do this online or at the jail kiosk instead.
Make the Money Order out to the inmate's name and put their Inmate ID# in memo section of the Money Order.
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Ravalli County Detention Center
205 Bedford Street
Hamilton, MT 59840

Option 4 - Make an Inmate Deposit with Jail ATM over the Phone by calling 877-810-0914
To do this you will need the inmate's offender # (inmate ID #) and full legal name.

How to Deposit Money Online for an Inmate in Ravalli County

To deposit money online for an inmate in Ravalli County Detention Center follow these steps:

Register to open an account, or Sign In to JailATM, a service that acts as a bank for inmates in Ravalli County.
After registering and signing in, select 'Send Money Now'.
Choose Montana, then choose Ravalli County Detention Center
Type in your inmate's last name or their Inmate ID.
Select your inmate.
Input an amount to deposit to your inmate in Ravalli County Detention Center, and then input your payment method.
NOTE: There may be a limit on how much money you can send your inmate in Ravalli County at any one time.
If you need to phone customer support, call 877-810-0914.

For all information, tips and procedures for sending money to an inmate in Ravalli County Detention Center, or depositing money at the jail, over the phone or by mail, check out our Send Money Page for Ravalli County.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Ravalli County Detention Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-375-4080 for further assistance.

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Question 9

Inmate Phone Contact

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

How Does an Inmate Make Phone Calls in Ravalli County Detention Center?

To receive phone calls from an inmate in Ravalli County follow these instructions:

Ravalli 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 Ravalli County Detention Center
Select your Inmate.
Enter the phone number your Inmate will be calling.
Fund your Account. ($10-$100 at a time)

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 Ravalli County Detention Center, families can also leave secure voicemails for inmates to listen to.

Fees

Adding funds to your account - $3.00
Cost of phone call of a Prepaid Collect Account - $0.21 per minute
Cost of an interstate (ex. Montana to a different state) phone call NOT Prepaid - $0.25 per minute
Cost of an intrastate (ex. Montana to Montana) phone call NOT Prepaid - $0.25 per minute
Cost if you set up your account (or fund it) by phone using a live agent, you will be charged a one-time fee of $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 Ravalli 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 Ravalli County Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-375-4080 for further assistance.

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Question 10

Mailing an Inmate

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

Ravalli County Detention Center Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Ravalli 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 Ravalli 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 ID#
Ravalli County Detention Center
205 Bedford Street
Hamilton, MT 59840

Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Ravalli County Detention Center
205 Bedford Street
Hamilton, MT 59840

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 Ravalli 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 Ravalli 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's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Ravalli County Detention Center
205 Bedford Street
Hamilton, MT 59840

Ravalli County Detention Center Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?

For inmates receiving mail in the Ravalli County Detention Center there are different addresses and policies depending on the inmate's status, as well as what type of mail they are receiving; personal mail, legal mail, subscriptions or books sent from a third-party such as Amazon.

All mail is to be shipped to the Ravalli County Detention Center:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Ravalli County Detention Center
205 Bedford Street
Hamilton, MT 59840

For complete information on mail policies, what you can send an inmate and what address to send them, check out our Inmate Mail page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Ravalli County Detention Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-375-4080 for further assistance.

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Question 11

Inmate Commissary

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Ravalli County Detention Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-375-4080 for further assistance.

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Question 12

Texting and Emailing an Inmate

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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Ravalli 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 Ravalli County Detention Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-375-4080 for further assistance.

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Question 13

Inmate Tablets

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Ravalli County Detention Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-375-4080 for further assistance.

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Question 14

Are there photos of the Ravalli County Detention Center? What does it look like?

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Question 15

Other Jails Nearby

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

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There are FOUR options for putting money on an inmate's books:

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Ravalli County Detention Center

How is booking conducted at Ravalli County Detention Center?

How to post bail for someone arrested in Ravalli County

Ravalli County Detention Center ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

Ravalli County Detention Center VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

There are FOUR options for putting money on an inmate's books:

How to Deposit Money Online for an Inmate in Ravalli County

How Does an Inmate Make Phone Calls in Ravalli County Detention Center?

Ravalli County Detention Center Inmate Mail Guidelines

Ravalli County Detention Center Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?

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