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Teton County MT Sheriff

County Sheriff

Last Updated: February 23, 2025
Address
26 First St SE, Choteau, MT 59422
Beds
4
County
Teton
Phone
406-466-5781
Fax
406-466-5787
Email
mttcso31@montana.com
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The Teton County Sheriff’s Office, under the leadership of Sheriff Keith Van Setten, serves as the primary law enforcement agency for Teton County, overseeing public safety, criminal investigations, emergency response, and court order enforcement. While the office operates four 72-hour holding cells, it does not function as a full-service jail. Instead, individuals taken into custody are processed at the Teton County Sheriff's Office before being transferred to the Pondera County Jail or another regional detention center for long-term housing and care.

The sheriff’s office conducts the initial booking process, which includes recording personal details, fingerprinting, photographing, and documenting the circumstances of the arrest. However, due to the absence of a dedicated jail facility, detainees are not housed at the office beyond the short-term holding period. Instead, they are transported to Pondera County Jail, where they receive housing, meals, medical services, legal access, and visitation opportunities while awaiting trial or serving their sentence.

This structure allows the Teton County Sheriff’s Office to focus on its core law enforcement responsibilities while ensuring that detainees are held in a secure, regulated environment. The partnership between the sheriff’s office and regional detention facilities ensures that inmate management, security, and rehabilitation programs are handled by a fully equipped correctional institution, maintaining an efficient and streamlined approach to law enforcement in Teton County

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Visitation Information

Teton County Sheriff's Office Detention Center Visitation Information

Visitation at the Teton County Sheriff's Office Detention Center is available by appointment only. Visitors must call 406-466-5781 to schedule an appointment in advance.

For inmates housed at Pondera County Jail, visitation hours are:

  • Monday & Friday: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

For inmates housed at Teton County Jail, visitation hours are:

  • Monday, Wednesday, & Saturday: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Visitors should confirm the inmate’s location and review any facility-specific rules before arriving

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Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs - Teton County MT Sheriff

  1. Does Teton County MT Sheriff have its own jail?
    No, Teton 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 Teton County MT Sheriff?
    After processing, individuals are transferred to a nearby contracted county jail or regional detention center, which houses inmates for the Teton Co Sheriff on a per-inmate fee basis.

  3. How long can someone be held at Teton County MT Sheriff before being transferred?
    Teton County MT 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 Teton County MT Sheriff?
    You can check the inmate-locator on the county-website or call 406-466-5781 for information. In most cases, individuals are sent to another contracted facility.

  5. What happens during the booking process at Teton 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 Teton 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 406-466-5781.

  7. What are the visitation rules for inmates arrested by Teton County MT Sheriff?
    Teton County MT 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 Teton 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 Teton County MT Sheriff?
    Funds must be sent to the contracted detention center’s commissary system, not the Teton County MT Sheriff. Visit the https://www.tetoncountysheriffmt.org/ of the facility where the inmate is housed for deposit options.

  10. What happens if an arrestee requires medical attention while in Teton County MT Sheriff custody?
    Individuals with medical needs receive basic screening at the Teton County MT 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 Teton County MT Sheriff handle long-term incarceration?
    No, Teton County MT 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 Teton County MT Sheriff’s jurisdiction but has charges elsewhere?
    If an arrestee has warrants in another jurisdiction, they may be held briefly at Teton County MT 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 Teton County MT 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 Teton County MT Sheriff’s evidence division.

  14. Can Teton County MT Sheriff refuse to take an arrestee due to jail overcrowding?
    Teton County MT 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 Teton County MT 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 Teton County MT Sheriff.

  16. Can Teton County MT Sheriff issue arrest warrants?
    Yes, the Teton County MT 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 Teton County MT 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 Teton County MT 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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