The Butte-Silver Bow Detention Center is a 72 bed jail in the city of Butte, Silver Bow County, Montana. You can call them 24 hours a day for inmate information at 406-497-1040.
Offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies in this county are brought here 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 this county. Those sentenced to longer terms will be sent to either the Montana State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page provides information on how to search for an inmate in the official jail roster, or by calling the facility at 406-497-1040, directions to the facility, and inmate services such as the visitation schedule and policies, funding an inmate's account, mailing them a letter, receiving phone calls from an inmate, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond instructions, and commissary purchases.
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 the Butte-Silver Bow Detention Center at 406-497-1040 to get it.
Phone: 406-497-1040
Physical Address:
155 W. Quartz Street
Butte, MT 59701
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Butte-Silver Bow Detention Center
155 W. Quartz Street
Butte, MT 59701
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Butte-Silver Bow Detention Center
155 W. Quartz Street
Butte, MT 59701
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Butte-Silver Bow 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 406-497-1040 for the information you are looking for.
Butte-Silver Bow 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 Butte-Silver Bow 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 406-497-1040 for further assistance.
The Butte-Silver Bow Detention Center maintains an average of 72 offenders in custody on any given day. The Butte-Silver Bow 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 Silver Bow County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 1,440 offenders.
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With a top capacity of 72 inmates, both felony and misdemeanor offenders, the brick building that contains the Butte-Silver Bow Detention Center that serves both Silver Bow County and Butte County, houses all male and female inmates.
The jail is nestled into the city and created with brick to blend into the neighborhood, with the detention center operating all day every day.
To determine if someone is being held at the location an online roster is maintained, and staff are able to answer questions and take concerns by calling 406-497-1040.
An assessment is completed upon booking, and this will determine the housing assignment and security level of the inmate, along with addressing any immediate medical or mental health issues that need treatment, a treatment plan is created for ongoing rehabilitation and programs that will provide tools for reentry to society. The assessments include criminal history and background, their behavior in prior incarceration periods and the current one, disabilities, and personal history.
After this process offenders are able to make phone calls to family, friend, or to their lawyer or employer to report their location and arrange for legal representation as needed.
Programs are offered throughout the length of detention and include AA and NA, therapy and counseling, substance abuse treatments, and behavioral therapies. Full medical care is provided, along with mental health care, and a nurse, doctor, emergency dental care, therapist, and others are available to provide this care around the clock.
Bond may be paid at the jail directly, either with cash or through use of a bail bondsman.
Mail can be sent to the jail however it must follow strict regulations. It must have a full address made out to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Butte-Silver Bow Detention Center
155 W. Quartz Street
Butte, MT 59701
... and a full return address, with no other markings on the envelope. Mail may not have anything harassing or intimidating, no gang writings or drawings, no plans to break the rules of the jail or any laws.
Calling cards can be purchased from the commissary, or they may be purchased from the account of the inmate.
Arranging a visit is done solely by the inmate, who will be able to provide a time of day on their approved visiting day to receive visitors. Visits will occur based on housing assignment with A pod females on Tuesday, B pod on Wednesday, E pod Thursday, F pod Friday, C pod Saturday, and D pod and minimum security on Sunday.
What happens during booking in Silver Bow County?
What is the booking process like at the Butte-Silver Bow Detention Center?
What kind of questions are asked during booking?
How long does the Butte-Silver Bow Detention Center booking process take?
What happens with an offender’s personal property during booking?
To find out if someone you know has been recently arrested and booked into the Butte-Silver Bow Detention Center, call the jail’s booking line at 406-497-1040.
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.
Butte-Silver Bow Detention Center Booking Roster
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 Silver Bow 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.
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 Silver Bow 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.
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.
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 Butte-Silver Bow 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 406-497-1040 during business hours.
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.
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 Butte-Silver Bow 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.
Yes, Silver Bow County recognizes most types of bonds.
Silver Bow 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.”
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.
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.
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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Butte-Silver Bow Detention Center? What is the Schedule?
155 W. Quartz Street
Butte, MT 59701
406-497-1040
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 406-497-1040 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY | D Pod & Minimum |
| MONDAY | No Visits |
| TUESDAY | A Pod Females |
| WEDNESDAY | B Pod |
| THURSDAY | E Pod |
| FRIDAY | F Pod |
| SATURDAY | C Pod |
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Butte-Silver Bow Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-497-1040 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 Butte-Silver Bow Detention Center?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Butte-Silver Bow Detention Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-497-1040 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Butte-Silver Bow 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 Butte-Silver Bow 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.
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Butte-Silver Bow Detention Center
155 W. Quartz Street
Butte, MT 59701
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 406-497-1040 to ask any questions about this.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Butte-Silver Bow Detention Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-497-1040 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Butte-Silver Bow Detention Center?
To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Silver Bow County do the following:
1. Enroll in an account with Securus Technologies.
2. Choose one of three account types, Securus Debit, Advance Connect or Direct Bill.
3. Choose [facility_name_1}, then connect with your inmate.
4. If you have any questions, call Securus: 972-734-1111 or 800-844-6591.
To find out fees, how to's, calling times, limits on phone calls and other systems Securus has do that you can communicate with your Silver Bow County inmate, check out our Inmate Phone Page.
NOTE: All of your inmate's phone calls are recorded and stored. It is advised not to discuss their pending case.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Butte-Silver Bow Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-497-1040 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Butte-Silver Bow Detention Center, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Butte-Silver Bow 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 Butte-Silver Bow 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#
Butte-Silver Bow Detention Center
155 W. Quartz Street
Butte, MT 59701
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Butte-Silver Bow Detention Center
155 W. Quartz Street
Butte, MT 59701
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 Butte-Silver Bow 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 Butte-Silver Bow 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#
Butte-Silver Bow Detention Center
155 W. Quartz Street
Butte, MT 59701
For inmates receiving mail in the Butte-Silver Bow 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 Butte-Silver Bow Detention Center:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Butte-Silver Bow Detention Center
155 W. Quartz Street
Butte, MT 59701
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 Butte-Silver Bow Detention Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-497-1040 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Butte-Silver Bow 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 Butte-Silver Bow 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.
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Butte-Silver Bow Detention Center
155 W. Quartz Street
Butte, MT 59701
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 406-497-1040 to ask any questions about this.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Butte-Silver Bow Detention Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-497-1040 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Butte-Silver Bow 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 Butte-Silver Bow Detention Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-497-1040 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Butte-Silver Bow 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 Butte-Silver Bow Detention Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-497-1040 for further assistance.
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What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Silver Bow County?
This facility, known as "Butte-Silver Bow Detention Center" is also known as Silver Bow County Jail, Silver Bow County Jail & Sheriff, Silver Bow County Jail & Sheriff , Silver Bow County Jail & Sheriff , Montana, Silver Bow.
