Located in Townsend, Broadwater County, Montana, the Broadwater County Detention Center is a 48-bed facility. You can call them anytime for inmate information at 406-266-3441.
This facility handles offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies, who are brought here for booking and processing. Depending on their charges, inmates may remain in custody until they are either bonded out, released on recognizance, or held until their trial is completed.
The inmate search tool can be used to view the jail's roster and find out who is in custody.
Offenders sentenced to less than one year will serve their time at this jail, while those with longer sentences will be transferred to either the Montana State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page provides information on a range of inmate services, including the visitation schedule, inmate account funding, sending mail, phone calls, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bonds, and commissary purchases.
It’s a good idea to keep the inmate’s jail ID or booking number for future communication needs. If it’s not available online, call Broadwater County Detention Center at 406-266-3441 for further assistance.
Phone: 406-266-3441
Physical Address:
519 Broadway
Townsend, MT 59644
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Broadwater County Detention Center
519 Broadway St.
Townsend, MT 59644
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Broadwater County Detention Center
519 Broadway St.
Townsend, MT 59644
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Broadwater 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 406-266-3441 for the information you are looking for.
Broadwater 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 Broadwater 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 406-266-3441 for further assistance.
The Broadwater County Detention Center maintains an average of 48 offenders in custody on any given day. The Broadwater 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 Broadwater County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 960 offenders.
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The 48-bed Broadwater County Detention Center is responsible for the housing and care of those who are accused or convicted of committing a misdemeanor or felony in Broadwater 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 406-266-3441, 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 Broadwater 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:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Broadwater County Detention Center
519 Broadway St.
Townsend, MT 59644
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:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Broadwater County Detention Center
519 Broadway St.
Townsend, MT 59644
When someone is arrested, they are taken to Broadwater County Detention Center 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 Broadwater County Detention Center:
The duration of booking can vary, taking between one and 48 hours. For more information on paying an arrestee’s bond, contact Broadwater County Detention Center at 406-266-3441.
After being arrested and booked into Broadwater County Detention Center in Townsend, 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 406-266-3441 for the exact bail amount.
There are multiple ways to pay bail.
To get more information on the bail process in Broadwater County, Montana, visit the Broadwater County Detention Center Bail FAQ.
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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Broadwater County Detention Center? What is the Schedule?
Broadwater County Detention Center VISITATION Schedule
A POD:
Mon and Thurs 3pm-9pm / Saturday 2pm-8pm
B POD:
Mon and Thurs 3pm-9pm / Saturday 2pm-8pm
C POD:
Tue and Fri 3pm-9pm / Sunday 2pm-8pm
D POD:
Tue and Fri 3pm-9pm / Sunday 2pm-8pm
Broadwater County Detention Center uses the services of Inmate Canteen for 'At the Jail' Visitation with Inmates.
For best results use Google Chrome as your browser for accessing Inmate Canteen.
Instructions on Inmate Video Visitation:
To register and sign up for a remote visitation account with Inmate Canteen to communicate with your Broadwater County Detention Center inmate, follow the instructions below:
Instructions for Inmate Video Visitation:
- Register or Log in to your account
- Select Broadwater County Detention Center and the inmate you wish to visit.
- Select the "Video Visit an Inmate" option
- Follow the prompts on screen to schedule the visit.
For all the information you need to know, including instructions, policies, tips and solutions to possible issues regarding visiting with an inmate (both at the jail and remotely) in Broadwater County, visit our full page guide.
NOTE: All video visits are recorded and stored. Whatever you talk about, can and will be used against your inmate in court. Never discuss their pending criminal case!
Also, be warned that some video visits providers are collecting voice prints for a database which law enforcement agencies are building.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Broadwater County Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-266-3441 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 Broadwater County Detention Center?
For best results use Google Chrome as your browser for accessing Inmate Canteen.
Instructions on Inmate Video Visitation:
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Broadwater County Detention Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-266-3441 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Broadwater County Detention Center?
Instructions on purchasing commissary items for an inmate:
NOTE: Broadwater County Detention Center may only allow online deposits for local commissary purchasing.
1. Register or Log in to your account at Inmate Canteen.
2. Select the facility where the inmate is located and the inmate you wish to purchase commissary items for.
3. Select the "Purchase Items" option.
4. Follow the prompts on screen to purchase items for an inmate.
For all information, tips and to see the hundreds of available items for shipping Commissary packages to an inmate in Broadwater County Detention Center, or to see how deposit money so that your inmate can purchase their own commissary, check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Broadwater County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Broadwater County Detention Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-266-3441 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Broadwater County Detention Center?
To receive phone calls from inmates in Broadwater County, or to assist them in making phone calls to other people, follow these steps:
Instructions on Purchasing Calling Cards or setting up to receive calls from an inmate:
For all the information regarding phone calls with Broadwater County inmates; rules, policies, phone calling times, limits and more visit our Inmate Phone Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Broadwater County Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-266-3441 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Broadwater County Detention Center, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Broadwater 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 Broadwater 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:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Broadwater County Detention Center
519 Broadway St.
Townsend, MT 59644
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Broadwater County Detention Center
519 Broadway St.
Townsend, MT 59644
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 Broadwater 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 Broadwater 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:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Broadwater County Detention Center
519 Broadway St.
Townsend, MT 59644
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Broadwater County Detention Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-266-3441 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Broadwater County Detention Center, and what can I purchase?
Instructions on purchasing commissary items for an inmate:
1. Register or Log in to your account at Inmate Canteen.
2. Select Montana, then Broadwater County Detention Center, and then the inmate you wish to purchase commissary items for.
3. Select the "Purchase Commissary Items" option.
4. Follow the prompts on screen to purchase items for an inmate.
5. Maximum spend is $125.00.
Inmate Canteen has a selection of hundreds of items available to purchase for inmates in Broadwater County.
The items range from candy, snacks, coffee and other drinks, undergarments, stationary supplies and more.
To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Broadwater County Detention Center follow these steps:
For all information, tips and to see the hundreds of available items for shipping Commissary packages to an inmate in Broadwater County Detention Center, or to see how deposit money so that your inmate can purchase their own commissary, check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Broadwater County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Broadwater County Detention Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-266-3441 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Broadwater County Detention Center using an Online Messaging Service?
To send a secure email message to an inmate in Broadwater County Detention Center follow these steps:
For all information on how to Text/Email an Inmate in Broadwater County Detention Center, the costs, rules, policies and more check out our Secure Messaging Guide for Broadwater County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Broadwater County Detention Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-266-3441 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Broadwater 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 Broadwater County Detention Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 406-266-3441 for further assistance.
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What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Broadwater County?
This facility, known as "Broadwater County Detention Center" is also known as Broadwater County Jail & Sheriff.
