Helena PreRelease Center

How To Contact An Inmate At Helena PreRelease Center

Mail Inmates

You can mail inmates at the Helena PreRelease Center addressed to:

Connect Inmates Via Phone

The Helena PreRelease Center allows phone calls or video communication with offenders. Phone calls get managed through GTL, which requires setting up a specific account. Read our first-time phone setup guide for a hassle-free experience. It's important to note that all calls are recorded and subject to monitoring. Inmates are unable to receive calls but can make collect calls.

How to Send Money To An Inmate's Trust Fund In Helena PreRelease Center

Sending money to an inmate's trust fund has become much easier in the last ten years. To send money to an inmate incarcerated in Helena PreRelease Center, you can use any of the following methods:

To send money to an inmate in Montana, you must be approved on the inmate's visiting list. The attorney of the inmate can also send money.

1. Use online portal of MT Government https://app.mt.gov/inmatebanking/
2. Cashier's cheque: you can also send payment through cashier's cheque. It must be made payable to the Montana Department of Corrections. Mention the sender's name/address, inmate's name and ID in the check.

You can read our ultimate guide to sending money to an inmate or visit the facility website to understand the process better.

Visitation Rules

• Visitors get searched for weapons, drugs, contraband, or tools that might be a violation.
• Visitors are only allowed to have 20$ or less in cash.
• Visitors should avoid Alcohol, drugs, or any intoxication before visitation.
• Cameras and cell phones are not permitted inside the facility.
• Strictly no smoking zone.
• A prior visit appointment has to be made by calling the facility.
• A proper dress code has to be followed; no shorts or revealing dress is allowed.
• Being physical, sexual, or touching is not permitted with inmates.
• Check the timings below to make your visit smooth.

Visitation Timings

1. On-site visits may be scheduled daily between 2:30 PM - 8:00 PM, excluding holidays.
2. Each On-Site visit session is 30 minutes.