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Golden Valley County Sheriff

County Sheriff

Last Updated: February 23, 2025
Address
107 Kemp St, Ryegate, MT 59074
County
Golden Valley
Phone
406-568-2321
Fax
406-568-2598
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Welcome to the Golden Valley Co Sheriff's Directory on InmateAid. Use this tool to find recent arrestees and check the status of arrest warrants. This directory provides current, accurate information, respecting privacy while meeting your needs. Thank you for visiting; we are here to help.

The Golden Valley County Sheriff's Office, under the leadership of Sheriff Robert Pallas, primarily serves as the central hub for law enforcement and administrative functions within the county. While the office operates with a 72-hour holding cell, it does not maintain a full-service jail. Instead, the sheriff's office is responsible for law enforcement duties such as community policing, criminal investigations, emergency response, and the enforcement of court orders.

When an individual is arrested in Golden Valley County, the sheriff's office conducts the initial booking process, which includes recording personal details, documenting the circumstances of the arrest, and collecting fingerprints and photographs. Due to the lack of a dedicated jail facility, arrestees are not housed at the sheriff’s office beyond the short-term holding period. Instead, they are transferred to a county jail or regional detention center equipped to provide long-term housing and manage their needs until their case is resolved.

By transferring detainees to a nearby facility, the sheriff's office ensures they are held in a secure environment designed for proper inmate care and management. The regional jail provides housing, meals, medical services, and access to legal resources, as well as visitation opportunities and communication with family members and legal representatives. Additionally, it offers programs that may support rehabilitation or legal preparation for those in custody.

This operational model allows the Golden Valley County Sheriff's Office to focus on maintaining public safety and law enforcement duties while relying on a fully equipped detention center for inmate housing and care. The collaboration between the sheriff’s office and the regional detention facility ensures a streamlined approach to law enforcement and corrections within the county.

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Visitation Information

The Golden Valley Co Sheriff assumes a comprehensive role in law enforcement, encompassing duties such as patrolling, investigating crimes, making arrests, and executing warrants. This division of responsibilities allows the sheriff's team to concentrate on maintaining public safety and effective law enforcement operations, while detention services are outsourced to other jurisdictions due to the absence of a jail on-site.

The Sheriff's Office must coordinate with the nearby county jail or a regional jail to house their arrestees and you may call 406-568-2321 to get accurate information. This arrangement requires efficient collaboration and communication to transfer detainees to appropriate holding facilities where they can await trial or post bail. Consequently, there is no dedicated location within the sheriff's jurisdiction for visiting detainees, necessitating that family members and legal representatives travel to the external facilities where the arrestees are held.

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Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs - Golden Valley County Sheriff

  1. Does Golden Valley County Sheriff have its own jail?
    No, Golden Valley Co Sheriff does not operate a full-time jail. Individuals who are arrested are typically held for processing and then transferred to a nearby contracted regional detention facility or another county jail.

  2. Where are arrestees taken after being processed at Golden Valley County Sheriff?
    After processing, individuals are transferred to a nearby contracted county jail or regional detention center, which houses inmates for the Golden Valley Co Sheriff on a per-inmate fee basis.

  3. How long can someone be held at Golden Valley County Sheriff before being transferred?
    Golden Valley County Sheriff can only detain individuals for a short period, usually under 72 hours, before moving to a contracted detention facility.

  4. How can I find out where someone was transferred after being arrested by Golden Valley County Sheriff?
    You can check the inmate-locator on the county-website or call 406-568-2321 for information. In most cases, individuals are sent to another contracted facility.

  5. What happens during the booking process at Golden Valley Co Sheriff?
    Booking includes fingerprinting, photographing, medical screening, and a background check. After processing, arrestees are held temporarily before being transferred to a detention facility.

  6. Can I post bail for someone arrested by Golden Valley Co Sheriff?
    Yes, bail can be posted through the County Courthouse or the contracted detention facility where the individual is housed. Bail information can be obtained by contacting 406-568-2321.

  7. What are the visitation rules for inmates arrested by Golden Valley County Sheriff?
    Golden Valley County Sheriff does not handle inmate visitation. Visitation is managed by the detention facility where the inmate is housed. Check the website of the contracted jail for visitation policies.

  8. Can an attorney visit someone arrested by Golden Valley Co Sheriff?
    Yes, attorneys can visit clients at the detention facility where they are housed. Contact the contracted jail directly to schedule legal visits.

  9. How can I send money to someone arrested by Golden Valley County Sheriff?
    Funds must be sent to the contracted detention center’s commissary system, not the Golden Valley County Sheriff. Visit the https://www.goldenvalleycountysheriffsoffice.org/ of the facility where the inmate is housed for deposit options.

  10. What happens if an arrestee requires medical attention while in Golden Valley County Sheriff custody?
    Individuals with medical needs receive basic screening at the Golden Valley County Sheriff. If serious medical attention is required, they may be transported to a hospital or receive treatment at the contracted detention facility after transfer.

  11. Does Golden Valley County Sheriff handle long-term incarceration?
    No, Golden Valley County Sheriff only handles short-term holding for processing and transport. All long-term incarceration is managed by contracted county jails or regional detention centers.

  12. What happens if someone is arrested in Golden Valley County Sheriff’s jurisdiction but has charges elsewhere?
    If an arrestee has warrants in another jurisdiction, they may be held briefly at Golden Valley County Sheriff for processing before being transferred to the requesting jurisdiction or a contracted jail.

  13. How do I retrieve personal property from someone arrested by Golden Valley County Sheriff?
    Personal property is typically held at the Sheriff's Office until the individual is transferred. If the inmate is moved to another jail, property may be sent along or picked up by an authorized person at Golden Valley County Sheriff’s evidence division.

  14. Can Golden Valley County Sheriff refuse to take an arrestee due to jail overcrowding?
    Golden Valley County Sheriff does not operate its own jail, so capacity limitations depend on the contracted jail facility. In cases of overcrowding, alternative arrangements may be made with other regional jails.

  15. Does Golden Valley County Sheriff offer house arrest or electronic monitoring programs?
    In most cases, house arrest and electronic monitoring are managed by the county probation office or the contracted detention facility, not the Golden Valley County Sheriff.

  16. Can Golden Valley County Sheriff issue arrest warrants?
    Yes, the Golden Valley County Sheriff can request and execute arrest warrants, but detainees are transferred to another facility for holding. Warrant information can be checked through the county court records.

  17. How do I report a complaint about an arrest made by Golden Valley County Sheriff deputies?
    Complaints can be filed with the Sheriff’s Office Internal Affairs Division. In serious cases, complaints may be reviewed by Montana’s law enforcement oversight agency.

  18. How can I find out about upcoming court dates for someone arrested by Golden Valley County Sheriff?
    Court dates are scheduled by the county court system. You can search court dockets online or contact the County Clerk’s Office for hearing details.

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