Every detail on this page is checked by hand, not scraped. This unofficial directory helps friends and family of incarcerated individuals find critical information — inmate lists, locations, bail resources, visitation hours, rules, and text, phone, email, and mail services — for jails, detention centers, and prisons across the United States.
You can call the 19-bed Sheridan County Detention Center 24 hours a day for inmate information at 406-765-1200.
This facility processes offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies within the county. They are brought here for booking and processing. Depending on their charges, they may remain incarcerated until they are either bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or ordered to stay in custody until their trial is resolved.
You can use the inmate search tool to view the jail's roster and see who is currently in custody.
Inmates sentenced to less than one year will serve their time in this facility. Those with sentences longer than one year will be transferred to either the Montana State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
On this page, you'll find information on inmate services, including the visitation schedule, funding an inmate's account, sending mail, receiving phone calls, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond instructions, and commissary purchases.
It's useful to note and save the inmate's jail ID or booking number, which is often needed for sending mail or other communications. If you can't find it online, you can call Sheridan County Detention Center at 406-765-1200 for assistance.
Phone: 406-765-1200
Physical Address:
100 W Laurel Avenue
Plentywood, MT 59254
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Sheridan County Detention Center
100 W Laurel Ave.
Plentywood, MT 59254
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Sheridan County Detention Center
100 W Laurel Ave.
Plentywood, MT 59254
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Sheridan 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 406-765-1200 for the information you are looking for.
Sheridan 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 Sheridan 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 406-765-1200 for further assistance.
The Sheridan County Detention Center maintains an average of 19 offenders in custody on any given day. The Sheridan 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 Sheridan County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 380 offenders.
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The 19-bed Sheridan County Detention Center is responsible for the housing and care of those who are accused or convicted of committing a misdemeanor or felony in Sheridan 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 406-765-1200, 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 Sheridan County Detention Center 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:
Sheridan County Detention Center
100 W Laurel Ave.
Plentywood, MT 59254
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:
Sheridan County Detention Center
100 W Laurel Ave.
Plentywood, MT 59254
After arrest, individuals are processed at Sheridan County Detention Center, where they undergo a series of steps that determine their charges and whether they’ll be released on their own recognizance, allowed to post bail, or held until their court date.
The first rule for anyone arrested is to remain silent. Anything they say can be used in court, so it’s best to speak only to an attorney about the incident.
Here are the typical stages of the booking process at Sheridan County Detention Center:
Booking time varies, with some cases completed in an hour, but more complex cases, or those involving uncooperative behavior, can take up to 48 hours. If you need details about an offender’s bail or bond, contact the facility at 406-765-1200.
If someone is taken to Sheridan County Detention Center in Plentywood for booking, the next steps depend on their case:
1. The individual may be released without bail, under a promise to appear at a court hearing.
2. They could be held in custody until their trial.
3. They may post a bail or bond for release. To find out the exact bail amount, call 406-765-1200.
Bail payments can be handled in various ways.
For a comprehensive guide to the bail process in Sheridan County, Montana, visit the Sheridan County Detention Center Bail FAQ page.
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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Sheridan County Detention Center? What is the Schedule?
100 W Laurel Avenue
Plentywood, MT 59254
406-765-1200
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 406-765-1200 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM |
| MONDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| TUESDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| THURSDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| FRIDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| SATURDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM |
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Sheridan County Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-765-1200 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 Sheridan County Detention Center?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Sheridan County Detention Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-765-1200 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Sheridan County Detention Center?
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 Sheridan County Detention Center 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
Option 2 - Mail the Inmate Deposit to the Jail
Mail to the Jail.
Sheridan County Detention Center
100 W Laurel Ave.
Plentywood, MT 59254
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 406-765-1200 to ask any questions about this.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Sheridan County Detention Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-765-1200 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Sheridan County Detention Center?
Collect Calls
Direct Calls
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Sheridan County Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-765-1200 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Sheridan County Detention Center, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Sheridan 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 Sheridan 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:
Sheridan County Detention Center
100 W Laurel Ave.
Plentywood, MT 59254
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Sheridan County Detention Center
100 W Laurel Ave.
Plentywood, MT 59254
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 Sheridan 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 Sheridan 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:
Sheridan County Detention Center
100 W Laurel Ave.
Plentywood, MT 59254
For inmates receiving mail in the Sheridan 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 Sheridan County Detention Center:
Sheridan County Detention Center
100 W Laurel Ave.
Plentywood, MT 59254
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 Sheridan County Detention Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-765-1200 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Sheridan County Detention Center, and what can I purchase?
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 Sheridan County Detention Center 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
Option 2 - Mail the Inmate Deposit to the Jail
Mail to the Jail.
Sheridan County Detention Center
100 W Laurel Ave.
Plentywood, MT 59254
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 406-765-1200 to ask any questions about this.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Sheridan County Detention Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-765-1200 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Sheridan 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 Sheridan County Detention Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-765-1200 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Sheridan 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 Sheridan County Detention Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-765-1200 for further assistance.
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What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Sheridan County?
This facility, known as "Sheridan County Detention Center" is also known as Sheridan County Jail, Sheridan County Jail & Sheriff, Sheridan County Jail & Sheriff , Sheridan County Jail & Sheriff , Montana, Sheridan.
The Sheridan County Detention Center serves the following cities and towns of Sheridan County: Antelope, Dagmar, Dooley, Flaxville, Medicine Lake, Outlook, Plentywood, Raymond, Reserve and Westby.
