The Cascade County Detention Facility is a 365 bed jail in the city of Great Falls, Cascade County, Montana.
This page provides information on how to search for an inmate in the official jail roster, or by calling the facility at 406-454-6820, 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.
Phone: 406-454-6820
Physical Address:
3800 Ulm N. Frontage Road
Great Falls, MT 59404
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Cascade County Detention Facility
John Doe
3800 Ulm North Frontage Road
Great Falls, MT. 59404
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Cascade County Detention Facility
John Doe
3800 Ulm North Frontage Road
Great Falls, MT. 59404
(when mailing a money order, use inmate's name and this address on the envelope, but do not use 'Cascade County Detention Facility')
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Cascade County Detention 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 406-454-6820 for the information you are looking for.
Cascade County Detention Facility 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 Cascade County Detention Facility, 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 406-454-6820 for further assistance.
The Cascade County Detention Facility maintains an average of 365 offenders in custody on any given day. The Cascade County Detention 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 Cascade County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 7,300 offenders.
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The Cascade County Detention Facility in Montana has a maximum rated capacity of 365 people, however there are times that the number of inmates exceeds 450. Given that this is Montana and a largely rural area, the question is 'why so many people in a county jail', are there that many criminals in Great Falls, Montana?
The reason there is such a large jail in Cascade County is because it not only holds offenders that have recently been arrested and are awaiting trial, is that the detention facility also holds a significant amount of Montana State Prison inmates (150+), and a significant amount of offenders awaiting disposition of their case in Federal Court. In addition, because of its location near a major airport, there are times when 'Con-Air' passengers have to spend the night at the detention facility, during their normal picking up and dropping off of US Marshal detainees.
A staff of approximately 100 correction officers of the Cascade County Detention Facility oversee this massive 102,808 square foot county jail, originally built in 1998 at a cost of $25 million, and the inmates residing here.
The original Cascade County Jail, first built in 1913 for only 32 inmates, and the Great Falls City Jail, built to hold just 12 inmates, were where inmates in this county were held right up until 1998 when this facility was ready for occupancy. By that time, the county jail was holding an average of 60 inmates and the Great Falls jail was holding twice their capacity, so this new facility was more than welcome.
State inmates are kept separate from the county and federal inmates, as they were already sentenced and are serving long sentences, so they have access to privileges that the jail offenders do not., State inmates have a weight room, hobby room, and access to food like, pizza, burgers, burritos and salad, something that any former jail inmate will tell you is what they can only dream of.
Inmate's visitors can register online for their one 45-minute weekly visit allowed, but as many as four guests are allowed for each inmate at their visit.
Mail can be received every day and is processed and passed to the inmates quickly, however the jail uses a digital service to avoid contraband entering the facility. They can also send them money and buy them commissary online, and set up a phone account that allows the inmates to call them during the day and evening seven days a week.
All the information on these inmate services can be found in the sections below. If you still have questions, you can phone the jail 24 hours a day by calling 406-454-6820.
To find out if someone you know has been recently arrested and booked into the Cascade County Detention Facility, call the jail’s booking line at 406-454-6820.
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.
Cascade County Detention Facility 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 Cascade 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 Cascade 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.
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 Cascade County Detention Facility 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.
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.
How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Cascade County Detention Facility? What is the Schedule?
3800 Ulm N. Frontage Road
Great Falls, MT 59404
406-454-6820
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 406-454-6820 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!
| DAY | HOURS | PODS |
| SAT | 8:30AM - 1:15PM | G, H, J |
| SAT | 1:30PM - 4:45PM | K |
| SUN | 8:30AM - 1:15PM | G, H, J |
| SUN | 1:30PM - 4:45PM | K |
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Cascade County Detention Facility’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-454-6820 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 Cascade County Detention Facility?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Cascade County Detention Facility’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-454-6820 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Cascade County Detention Facility?
1. Online - Making a deposit using a verified Visa or Mastercard online, or using their Apple or Android App.
2. By phone - Dial 866.345.1884 to reach their 24/7 Access Corrections domestic call centers.
3. Jail Lobby Kiosk - Kiosks accept cash, credit cards, and debit cards.
4. Mail-in Lockbox - Friends or Family who do not have a credit or debit card can mail money orders to their secure lockbox to make deposits to an inmate’s account. Depositors use a customized form that captures all needed information. Upon receipt, they process and post the deposits to the inmate's trust fund in approximately 48 hours.
Money orders may be mailed to inmates at:
Access Corrections
P.O. Box 12486
St. Louis, MO 63132
Money orders must be made out to "Access Secure Deposits".
Include the state, city, inmate name and ID number on all money orders.
5. Walk-in Cash Deposits - Go to any Cash Pay Today location to deposit cash to your inmate's account.
Secure Deposits - Frequently Asked Questions
Secure Deposits - Video Tutorial on How it Works
Secure Deposits - Help Pages
Customer Service Contacts:
Phone: 866-345-1884
Email: [email protected]
Online Chat - Look for 'bubble' on bottom right of the page linked here.
To send commissary money to an inmate in Cascade County Detention Facility follow these steps:
For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account check out our full money and commissary guide for Cascade County Detention Facility.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Cascade County Detention Facility’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-454-6820 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Cascade County Detention Facility?
To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Cascade 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 Cascade 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 Cascade County Detention Facility’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-454-6820 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Cascade County Detention Facility, and what can I send them?
When mailing a letter or postcard to an inmate, please address your mail as follows:
Cascade County Detention Facility
John Doe
3800 Ulm North Frontage Road
Great Falls, MT. 59404
All mail sent to an inmate at the Cascade County Detention Facility must include the sender's name and mailing address in the top left corner of the envelope or postcard.
Failure to include your return address will most likely result in your mail NOT being delivered and your letter destroyed.
Mail must be 10 pages or less per envelope
Page size no larger than 8.5” x 11”
Photo size no larger than 5” x 7”, no polaroid photos, no photos of nude persons
No items containing, depicting, or relating to sexually explicit activity, gang activity, illegal activity, violence, drug, or alcohol use, etc.
No magazines, books, or packages
No cash allowed
No 3rd party mail
No blank envelopes, blank paper, stamps, photocopies or laminated items, stickers, internet materials, newspaper clippings, or sticky notes
No illegal substances or any other items considered as contraband
No originals of important documents such as birth certificates, driver’s licenses, social security cards, green cards, etc., as these items cannot be returned
No original photos or other irreplaceable or valuable items
Follow these instructions exactly to help ensure that your inmate receives his/her mail and not have it thrown away.
The Cascade County Detention Facility has a zero-tolerance policy regarding mail violations.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Cascade County Detention Facility’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-454-6820 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Cascade County Detention Facility, and what can I purchase?
Access Securepak carries over 1,000 different items in the following categories:
- Food and Snacks
- Personal Hygiene Products
- Electronics
- Apparel
Registration Process:
1. Register here.
2. Select Montana.
3. Select Cascade County Detention 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 [email protected].
* 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 Cascade County Detention Facility staff. They will not honor reports of discrepancies from inmate's families or friends.
My CarePack is the Cascade County Detention Facility's outside vendor for Commissary Items. 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.
To send commissary money to an inmate in Cascade County Detention Facility follow these steps:
For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account check out our full money and commissary guide for Cascade County Detention Facility.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Cascade County Detention Facility’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-454-6820 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Cascade County Detention Facility using an Online Messaging Service?
Register here. (You are already registered if you signed up with Securus for 'Phone' or 'Remote Visitation').
Steps:
1. Sign up for eMessaging
2. Find your inmate.
3. Purchase a book of Securus ‘stamps’.
4. Type & Send message.
Things you CAN do:
1. You CAN ONLY send messages from the Securus website, or with the Securus app. (links below).
2. You CAN transfer ‘stamps’ to your inmate.
3. You CAN deposit money to your inmate, and they can purchase ‘stamps’ on their end.
4. Each time you send a message, you CAN pay for them to reply.
5. You CAN send photos. (Jail staff will review for appropriateness)
Things you CANNOT do:
1. You CANNOT use your own personal email to send messages.
2. You CANNOT send any message or photo that would normally be rejected by regular mail.
Other Things:
1. Photos must be .jpg, .jpeg or .png.
2. eMessages and photos must meet the jail’s standards for regular mail.
3. If your eMessage or Photo is rejected you will be notified of the reason, but you will NOT get a refund.
What is the cost of sending inmate messages?
What can your inmate do with digital 'stamps'?
Contact Information and Help:
eMessaging FAQ
eMessaging Signup & Helpful Information
Online Customer Service Support
Phone Support: 972-734-1111 or 800-844-6591
iphone app
Android app
Mailing Check payments
Securus Correctional Billing Services
PO Box 650757
Dallas, Texas 75265-075
To send a text or email message to a Cascade County inmate, do the following:
Cascade County Detention Facility uses Securus eMessaging for Inmate Email.
Register here. (You are already registered if you signed up with Securus for 'Phone' or 'Remote Visitation' in Cascade County or any jail or prison in the country).
Steps:
1. Sign up for eMessaging
2. Find your Cascade County inmate.
3. Purchase a book of Securus ‘stamps’.
4. Type & Send message.
For all Cascade County information for sending secure messages to an inmate in Cascade County Detention Facility, including instructions, video examples, fees, limits, tablet rentals and more, check out out Text/Email an Inmate Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Cascade County Detention Facility’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-454-6820 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Cascade County Detention Facility have Access to Tablets or Computers?
The tablets can be rented on a monthly basis and while not directly connected to the internet, the inmates can use them for the following activities:
Here's how it works:
Questions:
To rent a tablet for an inmate in Cascade County follow these instructions:
If you have any questions:
For all Cascade County information on Tablet Rentals for your inmate, check out our Tablet Rental Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Cascade County Detention Facility’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-454-6820 for further assistance.
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What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Cascade County?
This facility, known as "Cascade County Detention Facility" is also known as Cascade County Jail & Detention Center, Cascade County Jail & Detention Ctr, Cascade County Jail & Detention Ctr, Montana, Cascade.
