How to Search the Yellowstone County Jail Roster: Tips for Finding Someone Fast
Looking for someone on the Yellowstone County Jail roster? How you type their name makes all the difference. Start with the format below—then try the backup options if you don't get a match.
Type the last name first, then a comma, then the first name. So "Doe, John" - not "John Doe." This matters more than you'd think. The search tool is built around this format, and using it helps you get a clean match, especially when multiple people share similar names.
Name search not working? Try the booking date instead. One thing to watch: the form requires you to answer a simple math verification question. Leave it blank or get it wrong, and your search won't submit. When you're rushing, double-check the name format and that math question first. If you're still stuck, switch to booking date as your next move.
Contacts Next Steps
- ✓ For inmate service requests - contact the YCSO Civil Division at 406-256-2959 or email SOCivil@yellowstonecountymt.gov.
- ✓ For bond questions - call Facility Booking at 406-256-6881.
Fastest help: For inmate service requests, contact the YCSO Civil Division at 406-256-2959 or SOCivil@yellowstonecountymt.gov. Need to sort out bond? Call Facility Booking at 406-256-6881.
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