Montgomery County Correctional Facility
Montgomery County Correctional Facility
The 1479-bed Montgomery County Correctional Facility can be contacted at 610-635-7100 for inmate information at any time of day.
This is the county’s booking facility. Anyone arrested here on a misdemeanor or felony charge is brought in for booking and processing, and may be held until they are bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or ordered to remain in custody until their trial ends.
Use the inmate search tool to view a list of inmates currently in custody.
Inmates sentenced to less than one year serve out their sentence in this county. Inmates sentenced to more are sent to the Pennsylvania State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
On this page you’ll find the visitation schedule and policies, plus how to put money on an inmate’s account, send mail, take phone calls from an inmate, leave voicemail, email and text, rent a tablet, post bail, and buy commissary.
Keep the jail ID or booking number somewhere safe. It’s required for many communication services. If it’s not online, call Montgomery County Correctional Facility at 610-635-7100.
Inmate Services
Phone
610-635-7100Mailing address (personal mail)
Mailing address (legal mail or subscriptions)
Montgomery County Correctional Facility
60 Eagleville Road
Eagleville, PA 19403
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Montgomery County Correctional Facility, 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 610-635-7100 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up an offender's Criminal Court Case online in Montgomery County or any other county in Pennsylvania.
Montgomery County Correctional Facility Inmate Search
The Montgomery County Correctional Facility maintains an average of 1479 offenders in custody on any given day. The Montgomery County Correctional Facility 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 Montgomery County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 30,540 offenders.
The following charts of Montgomery County inmate population demographics are updated daily. The information shown is for today. For research purposes we have broken down the inmates by sex, age, ethnicity, and criminal charges.
The information is compiled from the Montgomery County Corrections Department, the state of Pennsylvania Department of Corrections, as well as the United States Department of Justice and Census Bureau records. It represents every person in custody in Montgomery County.
For complete information on how to get directions, bond, visit, mail, send and receive email and texts, receive phone calls, and send money or commissary to an inmate, find arrest information for Montgomery County and other counties surrounding this one, scroll down this page. We have a section for each.
We also provide photos of the jail that we have collected over the years.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessThe Montgomery County Correctional Facility is a detention facility that houses both the male and female detainees arrested in Montgomery County and provide ongoing services for each of them. Anyone with a concern or question regarding programs or inmates can contact the staff at 610-635-7100. Detainees may be there while they are waiting for trial, while they are in trial waiting for sentencing, and when they are serving a sentence, unless they qualify for the work program at which time they will be transferred to the Work Release.
Along with the general population and the work release program a weekend sentence is available for those who qualify who will be required to spend weekends at the detention center and then return to their homes for the week, and a litter pick up program for those who are doing community service for their sentence.
Upon arrival a medical assessment is conducted as part of the intake and booking process, and this will determine if there are immediate medical needs and ongoing care that will be required, and they will be set up with physicians and nurses to provide this care and deliver prescription medication each day. Specialized treatments may require the transportation of the inmate to another location such as a hospital, dental office, or other provider and they will be taken to their appointment and returned safely via the transportation department. There are professionals on staff to provide necessary medical care and mental health support around the clock.
Behavioral health services are also provided onsite and any assessed disabilities will receive all required support and accommodation to make the experience safe and productive for them. Substance abuse treatments are also provided to all who need it, and there is an education program on substance use and preventing addiction. Both religious counselling and programming is provided for any who are religious and prefer these services and support from a chaplain.
Services that are provided within Montgomery County Correctional Facility include those that provide contact and extras for the inmates, with phones allowing inmates to call friends or family who have registered or funded their account, a commissary that allows for them to order clothing and food items as well as hygiene necessities, and visits which have been shown to improve mental health and to support reducing recidivism with the outside support after they are finished their sentence.
- Jail (Main): 610-635-7100
What happens during booking at Montgomery County Correctional Facility?
After arrest, individuals are processed at Montgomery County Correctional Facility, 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 Montgomery County Correctional Facility:
- Verifying the person’s identity.
- Taking mugshots.
- Questions regarding medical and mental health history, along with drug and gang affiliations.
- Collecting DNA if necessary.
- Conducting a physical search.
- Confiscating personal belongings.
- Providing a phone call.
If you need details about an offender’s bail or bond, contact the facility at 610-635-7100.
How do you post bail in Montgomery County?
If someone is taken to Montgomery County Correctional Facility in Norristown 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 610-635-7100.
Bail payments can be handled in various ways.
- Cash bonds are paid in full, normally at the jail's bonding window or with the clerk of court, by cash, cashier's check or money order, and card payments are often possible through a kiosk in the lobby or an online vendor for a convenience fee; have the inmate's full name and booking number ready, and reach the jail at 610-635-7100.
- Licensed bail bond agents in Montgomery County can facilitate payment.
- Property bonds are available in many courts: an owner may pledge land or a home after proving clear title and equity of at least the bond amount (often double) with the deed and a recent tax or appraisal figure, and the court that set bail decides whether to accept it.
For a comprehensive guide to the bail process in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, visit the Montgomery County Correctional Facility Bail FAQ page.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the Montgomery County Correctional Facility? What is the Schedule?
Montgomery County Correctional Facility ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
60 Eagleville Road
Norristown, PA 19403
610-635-7100
- Visits are 30 minutes.
- You must be on the inmate's visitor list.
- The actual visitation times depends on the inmate and their housing location.
- Call 610-635-7100 and get your inmate's times and make an appointment to visit.
- Review the Visitation Schedule online to see each unit's visitation hours. << click here
- 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.
- All visitors placed on inmate visitors list must pre- registered on Monday and Friday only between the hours of 7:30 AM and 7:30 PM.
- During registration a picture is taken, identification is produced and the visitor is placed on the list. There will be a one-time charge of $5.00 for this badge. Only $5.00 bills will be accepted.
- The visitor will be given the badge and it is their responsibility to produce the badge each time they visit.
- Any visitor that claims they have lost their visiting I.D. card will be charged an additional $5.00 fee
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 610-635-7100 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY | 8:30AM - 4:45PM |
| TUESDAY | 8:30AM - 4:45PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 8:30AM - 4:45PM |
| SATURDAY | 8:30AM - 4:45PM |
Montgomery County Correctional Facility offers Video Visitation for Inmates using the Services of GTL, aka ViaPath Techologies
In order to schedule and then visit an inmate using GTL you need to first register with GTL.
Next Steps:
- Register yourself and all visitors.
- Select Montgomery County Correctional Facility
- Select your inmate.
- Schedule your preferred time for the visit.
For at-home video visits: Sign in to the visitation scheduling site 15 minutes prior to your scheduled visit. Test your connection, and follow the steps to start your visit.
For on-site video visits: Arrive at the facility at least 15 minutes prior to check-in. A valid photo ID is required.
All your questions can be answered after you register, at the Frequently Asked Questions page, or call 855-208-7349 during the following hours:
6AM – 4PM MST Monday – Friday, or
7AM – 4PM MST Saturday – Sunday
Costs for Visits are subject to change but generally run less than $10.00 for a 30 minute visit.
Payment can be made with Visa, Mastercard debit, credit or gift cards.
How to Arrange Video Visitation with Montgomery County Correctional Facility Inmates
Follow these instructions to schedule and then visit an inmate using GTL.
- Register yourself and all visitors.
- Select Montgomery County Correctional Facility
- Select your inmate.
- Schedule your preferred time for the visit.
For all the information you need to know regarding scheduling, cost, rules, tips and guidelines of inmate visits at the Montgomery County Correctional Facility, check out our Visit Inmate Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Montgomery County Correctional Facility’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 610-635-7100 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Montgomery County Correctional Facility?
Montgomery County Correctional Facility offers Video Visitation for Inmates using the Services of GTL, aka ViaPath Techologies
In order to schedule and then visit an inmate using GTL you need to first register with GTL.
Next Steps:
- Register yourself and all visitors.
- Select Montgomery County Correctional Facility
- Select your inmate.
- Schedule your preferred time for the visit.
For at-home video visits: Sign in to the visitation scheduling site 15 minutes prior to your scheduled visit. Test your connection, and follow the steps to start your visit.
For on-site video visits: Arrive at the facility at least 15 minutes prior to check-in. A valid photo ID is required.
All your questions can be answered after you register, at the Frequently Asked Questions page, or call 855-208-7349 during the following hours:
6AM – 4PM MST Monday – Friday, or
7AM – 4PM MST Saturday – Sunday
Costs for Visits are subject to change but generally run less than $10.00 for a 30 minute visit.
Payment can be made with Visa, Mastercard debit, credit or gift cards.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Montgomery County Correctional Facility’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 610-635-7100 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Montgomery County Correctional Facility?
Montgomery County Correctional Facility uses GTL Connect Network, also known as Viapath Technologies, to facilitate family members and friends to make deposits directly into their Trust Fund Commissary Account that can be used for communication services.
The inmate can then use the money to purchase products from commissary or services such as secure messages and phone calls.
Deposits can be made 24/7 online or by telephone by calling tel:888-988-4768, or by using the Montgomery County Correctional Facility kiosk.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Montgomery County Correctional Facility’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 610-635-7100 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Montgomery County Correctional Facility?
How Do You Communicate with an Inmate in the Montgomery County Correctional Facility by Phone
Follow these instructions on how to open an account with GTL Connect Network (aka Viapath Technologies)
- Advance Pay - This phone account allows you to prepay so that your inmate can call you (and only you) whenever he/she wants and the cost of each call is deducted from your balance. You can even be notified by text when your balance gets low. You still have the option of accepting or rejecting each call.
- Pin Debit - This option allows you to fund an inmate's commissary account and lets him pay for phone calls to you and others with the money. You will have no control over who your inmate calls.
- Voicemail - You can leave a secure voicemail without having to contact the facility. When you call the local phone number for a facility offering Inmate Voicemail (call Customer Service at 877-650-4249 to get the local voicemail number for Montgomery County Correctional Facility, you will be informed of the cost for leaving a message. To leave your message, simply select the inmate by ID number. Then, record your voicemail.
For full instructions on the Montgomery County Correctional Facility Inmate Phone System, what the costs are, how it works, and tips and guidelines on rules, regulations and saving money on calls, check out our Inmate Phones Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Montgomery County Correctional Facility’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 610-635-7100 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the Montgomery County Correctional Facility, and what can I send them?
Montgomery County Correctional Facility Inmate Mail Guidelines
Postcards
Check the Montgomery County Correctional Facility'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 Montgomery County Correctional Facility 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 & Booking #
Montgomery County Correctional Facility-PA
PO Box 247
Phoenix, MD 21131
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Booking #
Montgomery County Correctional Facility
60 Eagleville Road
Eagleville, PA 19403
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 Montgomery County Correctional Facility'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 Montgomery County Correctional Facility standards will be disposed of.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Booking #
Montgomery County Correctional Facility
60 Eagleville Road
Eagleville, PA 19403
Montgomery County Correctional Facility Inmate Mail Guidelines
Postcards
Check the Montgomery County Correctional Facility's mail rules before sending postcards or books.
Envelopes
The Montgomery County Correctional Facility also allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates.
Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate's Full Name & Booking #
Montgomery County Correctional Facility-PA
PO Box 247
Phoenix, MD 21131
Legal Mail
Send all legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Booking #
Montgomery County Correctional Facility
60 Eagleville Road
Eagleville, PA 19403
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 Montgomery County Correctional Facility'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 Montgomery County Correctional Facility standards will be disposed of.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Booking #
Montgomery County Correctional Facility
60 Eagleville Road
Eagleville, PA 19403
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Montgomery County Correctional Facility’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 610-635-7100 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Montgomery County Correctional Facility, and what can I purchase?
Montgomery County Correctional Facility contracts with Access Securepak for families to send pre-determined packages of commissary items to your inmate.
Access Securepak's catalog groups items into categories such as:
- Food and Snacks
- Personal Hygiene Products
- Electronics
- Apparel
Registration Process:
1. Register here.
2. Select Pennsylvania.
3. Select Montgomery County Correctional Facility.
4. Find your Inmate.
5. Deposit Funds.
6. Order Commissary Items.
Once you are logged in, you will receive instructions on how much (and what products) you can send your inmate.
Contact Information:
* If you have any questions, you can call Access Securepak at 800-546-6283.
* You can email My Care Pack at customerservice@securepak.net.
* You can write them at:
Access Securepak
10880 Linpage Place
St. Louis, MO 63132
* You can Live Chat with a Representative online: (bottom left corner of page)
Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m.–11 p.m. CST,
and Saturdays, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. CST.
*Note* Access Securepak will issue a refund for or replace broken, damaged, or missing products reported by Montgomery County Correctional Facility staff. They will not honor reports of discrepancies from inmate's families or friends. They have a very good mix of Chips, Snacks, Candy, Meat, Seafood, Hygiene products, Letter writing materials, Electronics and Apparel items for sale on their website.
*NOTE* -- Once you are fully registered and have selected the inmate you wish to send commissary to, you will receive instructions on how much you can deposit, how much (and what) you can purchase for your inmate, and how often you can send commissary.
How to Send a Carepack Commissary Package Directly to an Inmate in Montgomery County
To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Montgomery County Correctional Facility follow these steps:
- Select Pennsylvania, then select Montgomery County Correctional Facility, and then select the 'Send a Package Order' option.
- Register and create an account with Access Securepak, for Montgomery County.
- Choose the inmate and the products you want shipped to them, and input your payment method.
- NOTE: There may be a limit on how much product you can send your inmate in Montgomery County at any one time.
For all information, tips and available items for shipping Commissary packages to an inmate in Montgomery County Correctional Facility check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Montgomery County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Montgomery County Correctional Facility’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 610-635-7100 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Montgomery County Correctional Facility using an Online Messaging Service?
How to Email an Inmate at the Montgomery County Correctional Facility
Follow these instructions on how to arrange secure messaging (aka email and texting) of an inmate at the Montgomery County Correctional Facility
- Sign in to GTL, or Register if you haven't already.
- Select Montgomery County Correctional Facility.
- Select your Inmate.
- Using a credit or debit card, purchase credits to send messages, and, depending on the facility, purchase additional credits to receive responses from your inmate.
Compose a message, attach credits for a reply…and send!
You can also send photos and videos to your inmate, along with your message. These can only be sent from the GTL app. (iphone, Android)
The cost to send messages and photos is approximately $1.00, and videos are $3.00.
If you have any questions, call customer service 24/7 at 877-650-4249.
How to Email an Inmate at the Montgomery County Correctional Facility
Follow these instructions on how to arrange secure messaging (aka email and texting) of an inmate at the Montgomery County Correctional Facility
- Sign in to GTL, or Register if you haven't already.
- Select Montgomery County Correctional Facility.
- Select your Inmate.
- Using a credit or debit card, purchase credits to send messages, and, depending on the facility, purchase additional credits to receive responses from your inmate.
Compose a message, attach credits for a reply…and send!
You can also send photos and videos to your inmate, along with your message.
For all the information you need to know regarding using GTL to send messages, photos and videos, how much it costs, tips and guidelines and more, check out our Text/Email an Inmate Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Montgomery County Correctional Facility’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 610-635-7100 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the Montgomery County Correctional Facility have Access to Tablets or Computers?
Montgomery County Correctional Facility either allows, or may soon be allowing inmates access to tablets to use for the services provided by GTL (aka Viapath Technologies)
Follow the instructions below to get a tablet for your inmate at Montgomery County Correctional Facility
The devices are similar to common handheld tablets, but are made exclusively by GTL and Viapath.
Tablets offer specialized content and services for inmates to use during their stay at Montgomery County Correctional Facility, such as:
- Music
- Books
- Games
- Education
- News
- Radio
- Television
- Read mail and messages
- Video visits
Free services are already available for use on the device at Montgomery County Correctional Facility.
Subscription services are funded separately by family and friends with deposits made into an inmate’s Debit Link account.
Montgomery County Correctional Facility Inmates will then be able to purchase subscription services and premium content to enjoy.
What It Costs
To estimate costs for tablets and other services such as phone calls, sign in to your account and click “Rate & Fees Calculator” in the footer (bottom of the page), but the following gives you a general idea.
Game Center:
30-Day Subscription: $4.99, with an additional $1.00 service infrastructure charge ($5.99)
Fourteen-Day Subscription: $2.99, with an additional $0.75 service infrastructure charge ($3.74)
Seven-Day Subscription: $1.99, with an additional $0.50 service infrastructure charge ($2.49)
Unlimited eBooks:
Thirty-Day Subscription: $1.99, with an additional $1.00 service infrastructure charge ($2.99)
Fourteen-Day Subscription: $0.99, with an additional $0.75 service infrastructure charge ($1.74)
Seven-Day Subscription: $0.49, with an additional $0.50 service infrastructure charge ($0.99)
Streaming Music:
Thirty-Day Subscription: $8.99, with an additional $16.00 service infrastructure charge ($24.99)
Fourteen-Day Subscription: $5.99, with an additional $9.00 service infrastructure charge ($14.99)
Seven-Day Subscription: $2.99, with an additional $5.00 service infrastructure charge ($7.99)
Newsfeed
Thirty-Day Subscription: $3.99, with an additional $6.00 service infrastructure charge ($9.99)
Fourteen-Day Subscription: $1.99, with an additional $5.00 service infrastructure charge ($6.99)
Seven-Day Subscription: $0.99, with an additional $3.00 service infrastructure charge ($3.99)
Same Day Subscription Services
Game Center: $0.99, with an additional $0.50 service infrastructure charge ($1.49)
Unlimited eBooks: $0.25, (Total = 0.25)
Newsfeed: $0.24, with an additional $0.75 service infrastructure charge ($0.99)
FM Radio: $0.24, with an additional $0.25 service infrastructure charge ($0.49)
All Subscription and message credit pricing is subject to state and local taxes.
Replacement Components - should your inmate break it...
Tablet: $249.99 per each
Charger: $8.99 per each
Earbuds: $2.99 per each
How to use a Tablet to Access Services at Montgomery County Correctional Facility
To find out how to get access to a tablet for an inmate read the following:
1. First, Register or Sign In to GTL / Viapath Services.
2. In the top menu, click on 'Services', then on 'Inmate Devices & Content'.
3. All inmates have free access to the tablets to read their letters from family & friends, but there are many other services available to keep your inmate busy while incarcerated... such as Games, Books, Music and Movies. These other services come with fees that you can pay for when you pay for phone service.
To learn more about Tablet Rentals for inmates, including the cost, all the services available and everything else you need to know, check out our Tablet Rental Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Montgomery County Correctional Facility’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 610-635-7100 for further assistance.
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This facility, known as "Montgomery County Correctional Facility" is also known as Montgomery County Jail & Correctional Facility, Montgomery County Jail & Correctional Facility, Pennsylvania, Montgomery.