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Lake County Public Records & Jail Directory

Independent public records directory for Lake County, Montana (County Seat: Polson, Population: 32,095). Access verified county jail custody rosters, bail schedules, commissary procedures, and official sheriff facility contacts.

Jurisdiction Status
Custody Status 41 active inmates
State Jurisdiction MT
County Population
32,095
Census estimate
Current Jail Roster
41
Active detainees in facility
County Seat
Polson
Primary administrative center
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Custody Directory

County Custody Portal & Roster Directory

Inmate Search Sheriff / Detention

Lake County Jail Inmate Search & Custody Roster

Search Lake County current custody rosters, recent bookings, criminal charges, and bail bond amounts.

Facility: Lake County Detention Facility
Location: 106 4th Avenue E, Polson, MT 59860
Phone: (406) 883-7272
Facility & Inmate Services Visitation & Mail

Lake County Detention Facility

Physical detention facility operations, detainee account funding, visitation rules, and mail guidelines for Lake County.

Facility Inquiries: Call booking desk at (406) 883-7272 for current visitation and mail delivery requirements.
Custody Statistics

Lake County Custody Profile & Booking Trends

Active custody statistics, recent booking patterns, and top charges for Lake County.

Active Custody Snapshot
Aggregated from 41 verified records
Recent Bookings (7d)
5
14 in 30 days
Common Booking Day
Thursday
20.9% of active sample
Leading Charge
102[Fel] - Criminal Possession Of Dangerous Drugs - Not Otherwise Provided For
11 cases on docket
Average Detainee Age
41.2 yrs
Facility mean census

The Lake County Adult Detention Facility in Montana currently reports an active holding census of 43 detainees. Active custody sample indicators show that 5 individuals were booked within the past 7 days, contributing to 14 active records with booking dates within the trailing 30-day window. Among currently listed records with published booking dates, Thursday represents the most common booking weekday, accounting for 9 records (20.9%) in the active sample.

The primary charges and statutory offenses currently represented on the active docket are led by 102[Fel] - Criminal Possession Of Dangerous Drugs - Not Otherwise Provided For (11 cases), In Subsection 45-9-102(1) Or (2) (11 cases), and Probation And Parole Detention For Probation Violation (5 cases). Under state legal standards, all cited offenses represent pending allegations; every individual detained in Lake County retains the constitutional presumption of innocence until formal adjudication in district or circuit court. Facility demographics reflect housing 76.7% male and 23.3% female inmates with an average detainee age of 41.2 years. The earliest continuous admission among the current custody roster dates back to February 15, 2025, illustrating the presence of both pre-trial detainees and longer-term sentenced stays.

Frequent Statutes: 102[Fel] - Criminal Possession Of Dangerous Drugs - Not Otherwise Provided For 11 In Subsection 45-9-102(1) Or (2) 11 Probation And Parole Detention For Probation Violation 5 Failure To Appear Following Summons Or Notice To Appear 5
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Agency Directory

Lake County Law Enforcement & Courthouse Directory

Verified contact information and physical office addresses for local county authorities.

Sheriff Department

Donald R. Bell

Headquarters: 106 4th Avenue E, Polson, MT 59860
Phone: (406) 883-7279
Detention Center

Lake County Detention Facility

Address: 106 4th Avenue E, Polson, MT 59860
Booking Line: (406) 883-7272
Lake County Public Records Compliance & Corrections Independent Directory · Free 72-Hour Expungement Review

Custody information is synchronized from official public sheriff records. In accordance with the US Constitution, all arrestees are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. To submit court-ordered expungements, dismissals, or report a data discrepancy, access our free compliance desk.

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Answers

Lake County Custody & Records FAQ

Direct answers regarding Lake County inmate searches, detention facilities, and bail procedures.

How many inmates are currently detained in Lake County?

According to verified public custody records as of the most recent verification on Oct 20, 2026, there are 41 individuals listed in Lake County custody. Of these active records, 14 individuals have recorded booking dates within the trailing 30-day monitoring window.

What is the main jail facility in Lake County and how can I contact them?

The primary detention facility is Lake County Detention Facility, located at 106 4th Avenue E, Polson, MT 59860. For booking verification, housing inquiries, or visitation scheduling, the facility desk can be reached at (406) 883-7272.

How do bail and bond postings work in Lake County?

Bail is established according to the local judicial bond schedule or set by a magistrate judge during initial appearance hearings. Bail may be posted via cash directly at the detention facility or through state-licensed surety bail bond agents.

How frequently is the Lake County custody roster updated?

Custody records for Lake County are scheduled for automated daily synchronization from official public sheriff booking portals. The exact verification timestamp for Lake County is displayed on the roster to ensure full data transparency.

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