How to send messages, photos, and packages
Communication at Butte Detention Center starts at intake. Arrestees are booked, photographed, fingerprinted, and allowed phone access after booking. A $25 booking fee applies to all arrestees. Like many Montana detention facilities, phone, tablet, and remote video services are handled through a third-party vendor. Calls and messages are routinely monitored and recorded. Many facilities provide a small allotment of free phone or video time, then charge for additional calls, messages, or video visits through a prepaid vendor account. To enable paid calls or extra video time, you'll need to create and verify an account with the approved vendor and add funds to the inmate's communications balance. For questions about bonding or account setup, contact the detention center or check the county law-enforcement pages for Butte-Silver Bow County.
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After booking at intake, arrestees can use the phone. Calls and video services are handled by a third-party vendor and may be monitored and recorded. Follow the vendor's setup and account rules to get started.
You'll need to create an account with the approved communications vendor and load funds into the inmate's prepaid communications account. Check the facility's communications or vendor information for exact funding methods and rate details, since options vary.
Use the detention center phone number published by Butte-Silver Bow County. For bonding details, contact the detention center directly using the published number.
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