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The State of Montana has 37 Jails across 56 Counties which includes Yellowstone County, Gallatin County, Missoula County, Flathead County, Cascade County and others.

Montana, also known as “Big Sky Country,” is located in the North-western United States, renowned for its dramatic landscapes, vast wilderness areas, and Glacier National Park. Helena is the capital city, known for its historical architecture and museums.

  • Capital City: Helena
  • Population: As of 2023, Montana’s population is estimated to be around 1.1 million.
  • Correctional Facilities: The Montana Department of Corrections (MDOC) oversees the state’s prison system, which consists of a combination of facilities:
    • Montana State Prison (MSP): Located in Deer Lodge, this is the primary facility housing adult male offenders sentenced to long terms.
    • Women’s Prison at Montana Women’s Facility (MWF): Located in Helena, this facility houses adult female offenders.
    • Prerelease Centers: These facilities house inmates nearing the end of their sentences who participate in programs to reintegrate into society.
    • Community Corrections Facilities: These facilities house lower-risk offenders serving shorter sentences or participating in work release programs.
    • County Jails: These hold individuals awaiting trial or serving short sentences.
  • State Prison Population: As of 2021, Montana’s prison population was approximately 4,300 inmates. This translates to an incarceration rate of around 387 per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national average.
  • Probation Population: The exact number of individuals on probation in Montana fluctuates, but estimates suggest it’s likely several times higher than the prison population, exceeding 9,000 as of 2021.
  • Violent Crime Rate: Montana’s violent crime rate falls below the national average. According to the FBI’s Uniform Crime Reporting data, the state has a lower violent crime rate compared to the national average. However, it’s important to note that crime rates can vary within different regions of the state.

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Resources for Further Information:

The Montana Department of Corrections website offers a public inmate search function. You can search for inmates by name or Montana Department of Corrections (MDOC) identification number.

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