Teton County Jail

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Search for an Inmate or Active Arrest Warrant in Teton County

Teton County Jail

At the 10-bed Teton County Jail, inmate information is available 24 hours a day by calling 406-466-5781.

Individuals arrested for misdemeanors or felonies in this county are brought here for booking and processing. Depending on the charges, they are bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or held in custody until their trial is resolved.

Use the inmate search tool to access the facility’s roster of current inmates.

Inmates sentenced to less than one year remain at this jail, and inmates sentenced to more are moved to the Montana State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

This page outlines inmate services including the visitation schedule, funding an inmate’s account, mail, phone calls, voicemail, email and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond details, and commissary.

Save the inmate’s jail ID or booking number for future contact. If it’s not online, call Teton County Jail at 406-466-5781.

Phone: 406-466-5781

Physical Address:
26 First Street SE
Choteau, MT 59422

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Teton County Jail
PO Box 1349
26 First Street SE
Choteau, MT 59422

Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Teton County Jail
PO Box 1349
26 First Street SE
Choteau, MT 59422

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How Do You Find Someone in the Teton County Jail?

To search for an inmate in the Teton 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 406-466-5781 for the information you are looking for.

Teton 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 Teton 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 406-466-5781 for further assistance.

The Teton County Jail maintains an average of 10 offenders in custody on any given day. The Teton 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 Teton County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 200 offenders.

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About the Teton County Jail

The 10-bed Teton County Jail is responsible for the housing and care of those who are accused or convicted of committing a misdemeanor or felony in Teton 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 406-466-5781, 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 Teton 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: 

Teton County Jail
PO Box 1349
26 First Street SE
Choteau, MT 59422

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:

Teton County Jail
PO Box 1349
26 First Street SE
Choteau, MT 59422

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

How booking works at Teton County Jail

When someone is arrested, they are taken to Teton County Jail for booking. This process includes identifying them, deciding on charges, and determining if they will be eligible for bail or held until court.

It's important to stay silent during this process, as any statements made may be used in court. Legal advice should be sought before speaking about the case.

The following steps make up the booking process at Teton County Jail:

  • Verification of personal details.
  • Taking mugshots for identification purposes.
  • Health assessments and questions about criminal history.
  • Possible DNA collection if required.
  • Search of the individual.
  • Confiscation of personal property.
  • Providing a phone call.

The duration of booking can vary, taking between one and 48 hours. For more information on paying an arrestee’s bond, contact Teton County Jail at 406-466-5781.

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Directions / Map to the Teton County Jail
Inmate Bail and Bonding

Paying bail for someone in Teton County

After being arrested and booked into Teton County Jail in Choteau, the arrestee's situation will proceed in one of three ways:

1. They may be released without bail and required to attend a court hearing.
2. They may be held in custody until their court date.
3. Bail can be posted for their release; call 406-466-5781 for the exact bail amount.

There are multiple ways to pay bail.

  • Cash, credit cards, or money orders are acceptable forms of payment.
  • Licensed bail bond agents in Teton County can facilitate the process.
  • Collateral in the form of property within the county can be used for bail.

To get more information on the bail process in Teton County, Montana, visit the Teton County Jail Bail FAQ.

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Inmate Visitation

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

Teton County Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

26 First Street SE
Choteau, MT 59422
406-466-5781

  • Visits are 30 minutes.
  • You must be on the inmate's visitor list.
  • The actual visitation times may depend on the inmate and their housing location. Call 406-466-5781 and get your inmate's times and make an appointment to visit.
  • Inmates are allowed one visit per week.
  • 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 406-466-5781 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 Teton County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-466-5781 for further assistance.

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Remote Video Visitation

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Teton County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-466-5781 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Teton County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-466-5781 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Teton County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-466-5781 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

How do I Mail an Inmate in the Teton County Jail, and what can I send them?

Teton County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Teton County Jail 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 Teton County Jail 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:
Teton County Jail
PO Box 1349
26 First Street SE
Choteau, MT 59422



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Teton County Jail
PO Box 1349
26 First Street SE
Choteau, MT 59422



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 Teton County Jail 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 Teton County Jail 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:
Teton County Jail
PO Box 1349
26 First Street SE
Choteau, MT 59422

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Teton County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-466-5781 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Teton County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-466-5781 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Teton County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-466-5781 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Teton County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-466-5781 for further assistance.

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Are there photos of the Teton County Jail? What does it look like?
Other Jails Nearby

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

Teton Lewis and Clark Flathead Pondera Cascade Chouteau
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Search for an Inmate or Active Arrest Warrant in Teton County

This facility, known as "Teton County Jail" is also known as Teton County Jail & Sheriff, Teton County Courthouse, Teton County Jail & Sheriff, Montana, Teton.

The Teton County Jail serves the following cities and towns of Teton County: Bynum, Choteau, Conrad, Dutton, Fairfield, Farmington, Pendroy and Power.