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Guide to Montague Police Jail, Michigan

Overview of Montague Police Jail

Montague Police Jail is a short-term police jail located at 8778 Ferry Street, Montague, MI, 49437. It is used to confine inmates for short periods while awaiting trial or processing. Being a local jail, it typically holds inmates for less than 24 hours. Most inmates housed here are awaiting bond or trial for minor offenses.

Contact Information

Address: 8778 Ferry Street, Montague, MI 49437
Phone: (231) 893-0810

There is no dedicated website or email for the Montague Police Jail; all queries should be directed through the phone number provided.

How to Locate an Inmate

To find out if someone is being held at Montague Police Jail, you should call the jail’s administration at (231) 893-0810.

Visitation Information and Hours

Montague Police Jail typically does not allow visitation for inmates held at the facility due to the short-term nature of stays. It is advisable to call ahead and confirm the policy at (231) 893-0810.

How to Send Money

Inmates at Montague Police Jail may not need funds owing to the brief duration of their stay. For specific regulations or how to provide financial support for an inmate, contacting the facility directly is recommended.

Phone Calls and Video Options

Inmates at this facility may not generally have access to phone calls or video call facilities. Immediate family members should contact the jail for any urgent messages.

Inmate Services and Programs

Due to its function as a short-term holding facility, Montague Police Jail does not typically offer the same range of services or programs found in longer-term institutions.

Security and Management Information

Montague Police Jail is managed by the Montague Police Department. It focuses on maintaining security and order with the aim of ensuring the safety of both the staff and the inmates.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Even for brief detentions at police jails, inmates do retain basic legal and visitation rights; however, because stay duration is relatively short, those rights may be practiced differently than in long-term facilities. For specific information on an inmate's rights, consulting with a legal advisor is recommended.

Booking and Release Process

Upon arrest, individuals are taken to Montague Police Jail where they are booked and held until they are either bailed out or taken to a longer-term facility. Release often occurs within hours to a day, depending on the case specifics.

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I do if I need to contact a loved one in Montague Police Jail?

Due to the short-term nature of detainees' stays, direct contact might not be possible. It is best to contact the facility directly at (231) 893-0810.

Please note that this guide is meant to assist family members and friends of inmates at Montague Police Jail and is subject to changes. For the most current information, contact the facility directly.

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General Stats for Michigan

Michigan Total Number of Inmates

48,066

Michigan Total No. of Inmates

Number of people under Probation Supervision

118,778

Number of people under Probation Supervision

Prison population rate

320

Prison population rate: 100,000 residents

Parole Population

13,461

Parole Population

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

5,657

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

Sex

Sex

%

Total

Male

95.14

30,621

Female

4.86

1,565

Youth

Type

%

Total

Committed

70.51

954

Detained

27.72

375

Diverted

0.22

3

Prisons and Jails in Michigan