Golden Valley County Jail

About Golden Valley County Jail

Golden Valley County Jail is a city jail operating under the municipal government of Golden Valley, Montana. City jails primarily house individuals who have been recently arrested and are awaiting arraignment, trial, or sentencing. They also hold individuals serving short sentences of typically one year or less.

Golden Valley County Jail is administered by the city's law enforcement or corrections department and plays a central role in the local criminal justice system. The facility provides booking, classification, medical screening, and basic services to newly arrested individuals. Programs available may include substance abuse counseling, GED preparation, and pre-release planning, depending on the inmate's length of stay.

Family members can contact inmates housed at Golden Valley County Jail through approved mail, phone calls, and scheduled visitation. Because city jails process a high volume of short-stay inmates, visiting procedures and phone setup should be initiated as early as possible. Review the communication sections below for current options.

Facility Type and Security Level

Golden Valley County Jail operates at a medium level of security as a city detention facility. The facility is managed by the Golden Valley law enforcement department and follows local and state regulations for inmate safety and facility management.

Contact Golden Valley County Jail Administration

Phone

Call the facility directly at 406-568-2321 during regular business hours for questions about inmate status, visiting hours, and facility policies.

How to Contact an Inmate at Golden Valley County Jail

Send Mail

Address mail to:

Phone Calls

Phone calls are managed through GTL. Inmates make outgoing collect calls only. Set up a prepaid account before calls can be received. All calls are recorded. Read our inmate phone guide for setup instructions.

How to Send Money

Use one of the following approved methods to deposit into the inmate's trust account:

Montana inmates rely on a commissary trust account to purchase approved items inside the facility. The Montana Department of Corrections accepts deposits through JPay and money orders by mail.

Method 1 — JPay (Online & Mobile, Recommended)

• Visit JPay.com or the app: Android iOS
• Search by the inmate's Montana DOC number or name. Pay by debit or credit card. Funds post within 24–48 hours.

Method 2 — JPay Phone

• Call JPay at 1-800-574-5729 (24/7) to make a deposit by phone.

Method 3 — Money Order by Mail (USPS Only)

• Make the money order payable to the inmate's full name with the Montana DOC number on the memo line.
• Send via USPS to the specific facility's business office. Processing time: 5–10 business days.

Information Required

• Inmate's full committed name
• Montana DOC inmate number
• Facility name

Read our full inmate money guide for Montana-specific instructions.

Read our full inmate money guide for detailed instructions.

Visitation Guide for Golden Valley County Jail

Visiting an inmate at a city jail requires advance approval. Contact the facility at 406-568-2321 to confirm current visiting hours and procedures before arriving.

Getting Approved

All visitors must be on the inmate's approved visitor list. Download the visitor application for your state and submit it to the facility in advance. Read our complete visitation guide before your first visit.

Visitation Rules

• All adult visitors must present a valid government-issued photo ID.
• Visitors under 18 must be accompanied by an approved adult at all times.
• All visitors are subject to search before entering the visiting area.
• Dress code: no revealing clothing, no gang-affiliated colors, no inmate-style clothing.
• No food, beverages, electronic devices, or cameras permitted in the visiting area.
• Facility staff may deny or terminate any visit for safety or security reasons.

Visitation Timings

Hours are approximate. Confirm current hours with the facility before traveling.