Montana State Prison Guide for Inmates

Overview of the Facility

Montana State Prison is the largest correctional facility in the state, located in Deer Lodge, Montana. It is a multi-custody facility that houses adult male inmates of various security levels.

Contact Information

Address: 400 Conley Lake Road, Deer Lodge, MT 59722
Phone: (406) 846-1320
Website: https://cor.mt.gov/Adult/MSP

How to Locate an Inmate

You can use the Montana Correctional Offender Network (CONWEB) to search for inmates online. Visit https://app.mt.gov/conweb/ and enter the inmate's name or ID number.

Visitation Information and Hours

Visitation hours vary depending on the housing unit and security level. Visitors must be on the inmate's approved visitation list. Contact the facility directly for specific visitation schedules and requirements.

How to Send Money

Money can be sent to inmates through several methods:

Online: Use Access Corrections
Phone: Call 1-866-345-1884
Mail: Send money orders to Inmate Trust Account, Montana State Prison, 400 Conley Lake Road, Deer Lodge, MT 59722

Phone Calls and Video Options

Inmates have access to phone services through IC Solutions. Friends and family can set up accounts at www.icsolutions.com. Video visitation may be available, but you should contact the facility for current options.

Inmate Services and Programs

Montana State Prison offers various programs including:

Educational programs and GED classes
Vocational training
Substance abuse treatment
Mental health services
Religious services
Work programs

History of the Facility

Montana State Prison was established in 1871 in Deer Lodge. The current facility was built in 1977 and has undergone several expansions and renovations since then.

Security and Management Information

The prison houses minimum to maximum security inmates. It employs various security measures including perimeter fencing, guard towers, and electronic surveillance systems.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Inmates have the right to legal counsel and can receive visits from their attorneys. They also have the right to receive visits from approved family and friends, subject to prison regulations.

Booking and Release Process

New inmates go through a reception and diagnostic process upon arrival. Release procedures vary depending on the type of release (e.g., parole, sentence completion) and may involve pre-release programs.

Frequently Asked Questions

What items can I send to an inmate?

Inmates can receive approved items through authorized vendors only. Contact the facility for a list of approved items and vendors.

How often can inmates make phone calls?

Phone access varies depending on the inmate's status and housing unit. Generally, inmates can make collect calls or use their phone account during designated hours.

What medical services are available to inmates?

Montana State Prison provides basic medical, dental, and mental health services to all inmates. Specialized care may be provided off-site if necessary.

Famous Prisoners

Edmund Kemper - Known as the "Co-ed Killer," he was briefly held here in 1973 before being transferred to California.
Duncan McKenzie - Convicted of murder in 1975, he was the last person executed by hanging in Montana in 1995.
Ronald Allen Smith - Canadian citizen on death row for a 1982 double murder.
William Gollehon - Convicted of killing a fellow inmate during the 1991 riot at Montana State Prison.
Barry Beach - Convicted of murder in 1979, his case gained national attention due to claims of innocence before his sentence was commuted in 2015.

General Visiting and Contacting Information

We provide detailed visiting and contact information for Montana State Prison. If you are have completed a Montana State Prison inmate search and have located an inmate, the information on this page will help you to stay in contact. We help you send money to jail, send & receive text messages, and provide the address for in-person visits.

Sending Money

Inmates who are currently imprisoned in Montana State Prison can receive money into their commissary account via money order, check or cash. Inmate visitors can also deposit money directly into the inmate's account at prison administrative office. Note: When sending the money via money order or check, mention the inmate id and full name on the back of the slip.

Sending a Package / Mail

You can send any mail to the inmates who are imprisoned in Montana State Prison. Please send the mail or package to the address mentioned below.

Inmate Name,

Inmate ID,

400 Conley Lake Road, Deer Lodge, MT, 59722

Please make sure the mail or package that you are sending comes under the list of approved items. For further clarification on the allowed items, contact the prison administration directly on 406-846-1320 .

Note: In case you want to send packages, you need to get prior approval from the prison administration. Contact the prison / jail staff for more information.

Phone calls

Inmates can call to any person outside who are on the approved members list between 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM. The cost of the call is beared by the receiver and the call can be of maximum 30 minutes. During rush hours, the calling time is reduced drastically to 10 minutes.

Visitation Rules

You need to get yourself registered in the visitors list before visiting any inmate in the prison. If you are visiting someone in Montana State Prison, make sure you are in approved visitors list. Confirm with the prison authorities before coming to visit the inmate.

Listed below are the basic visitation rules which one must adhere to:

Visitor must not be a prior felon.
Visitor must have a valid government ID.
A legal guardian must be accompanied for children below 16 years of age.

Montana State Prison Inmate Searcher

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