Detention center
Yellowstone County Detention Facility
3165 King Ave E, Billings, MT 59101(406) 256-6881
Bail is set by the court. If bail can be posted by surety bond, we can post it. Cash-only bail must be paid directly to the jail or court.
Yellowstone County · County seat: Billings · 13th Judicial District
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Someone you love is in the Yellowstone County Detention Facility. We get them home. Licensed Montana bail agents, flexible payment plans, and paperwork you can sign from your phone.
Posting at Yellowstone County Detention Facility
Serving Billings, Laurel, Broadview
No collateral in most cases
24 / 7 / 365Live agents answer, holidays included
Online bailE-sign from your phone, approved in minutes
Payment plansLow rates, custom arrangements
Since the 1980sFamily owned and operated
Online bail bonds
Get approved for a Yellowstone County bail bond in minutes
Fill this out and a bondsman calls you back right away, usually within minutes, to confirm the bond and send e-sign documents.
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Thanks, —. Your request for — at Yellowstone County Detention Facility is in. Keep your phone close: an agent will call to confirm the bond and text your e-sign documents.
If you don't hear from us within 10 minutes, call (406) 418-1200.
Hyper-local
Yellowstone County jail & court information
Everything you need in one place: where your loved one is being held, which court set the bond, and who to call. Our agent posts the bond in person at the detention center in Billings.
District Court
13th Judicial District Court
217 N 27th St, 7th Floor, Billings, MT 59101(406) 256-2851
Felony cases. 13th Judicial District of Montana.
Justice Court
Yellowstone County Justice Court
217 N 27th St, Room 603, Billings, MT 59101(406) 256-2998
Misdemeanors, initial appearances, and most bail settings. City or municipal court handles city ordinance cases.
Courthouse
Yellowstone County Courthouse
217 N 27th St, Billings, MT 59101Call to confirm
Sheriff's office
Yellowstone County Sheriff
Yellowstone County Sheriff's Office website
Operates the detention center and publishes the inmate roster.
Communities we serve
Yellowstone County
BillingsLaurelBroadview
County seat: Billings. We travel to you anywhere in the county.
Addresses and phone numbers come from county and Montana Judicial Branch listings. Confirm bond amount and type on the roster or by calling the detention center before coming in. We're happy to check for you: (406) 418-1200.
How bail works in Montana
Post bail in three simple steps
A bail bond (a surety bond) lets your loved one come home before their hearing. You pay a fraction of the full bond; we guarantee the rest to the court.
Get qualified
Call or start online. A bondsman confirms the bond amount with the Yellowstone County Detention Facility, qualifies you as the indemnitor, and sets up the agreement.
Sign & pay
Documents are e-signed from your phone. Pay the premium on the invoice, or set up a payment plan that fits your budget. No collateral is needed in most cases.
Release
Our local agent posts the bond at Yellowstone County Detention Facility. Release typically follows once the jail finishes processing, often within a few hours.
Montana specifics
Bond types you'll see
Surety bond — a licensed bail agent posts it. This is what we do.
Cash bail — the full amount paid to the jail or court; call us anyway and we'll help you plan.
Release on own recognizance (OR) — released on a signature, no bond needed.
Property bond — real estate pledged through the court.
Licensing
Licensed Montana bail agents
Montana surety bail agents are licensed and regulated by the Montana Commissioner of Securities and Insurance. Our agents are licensed to write surety bonds statewide, including Yellowstone County.
Six strong reasons
Why Billings families choose Bail City
Online bail bonds
Complete bail documents from your smartphone, tablet, or computer through e-sign.
Quick response
Live agents 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including all major holidays.
Simple process
We walk you through the three steps and handle the jail paperwork for you.
Payment options
The lowest rates allowed and flexible arrangements custom fit to your needs.
Established
The preferred bail bonds company since the late 1980s. We're here to stay.
Here for you
Our agents explain every step so you feel confident, not confused, when posting a bond.
Find your loved one
Inmate locator & warrant check
Look them up on the Yellowstone County roster, or let us do it. Both requests go to a live agent.
Inmate locator
Public roster: Yellowstone County Detention Facility. Or send us the name and we'll check bond amount and type.
Got it. We're checking the Yellowstone County Detention Facility now and will call you with their status and bond amount.
Warrant check
Think there might be a warrant in Yellowstone County? We'll check quietly and, if there is one, arrange a walk-through so you avoid a surprise arrest. Confidential.
Received. An agent will call you back with the result and your options.
Client reviews
What families say about us
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Because of my location resources are limited but Carter drove three hours to help us out! Very kind, helpful and easy to work with.Britainy S. · Google
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I live out of state and was trying to help a family member get bonded out. He was very understanding, professional, and easy to work with.Melinda S. · Google
FAQ
Yellowstone County bail bond questions
How long until release from Yellowstone County Detention Facility?
Once we post the bond, release depends on how busy booking is. Most releases happen within a few hours. Our agent stays in contact with the jail and keeps you updated.
How much does a bail bond cost?
You pay a premium, typically 10% of the total bond, which is our fee and is not refunded. For example, a $5,000 bond is usually $500. We offer payment plans and don't require collateral in most cases.
Do I have to come to Billings?
No. Documents are signed electronically from anywhere, payment is handled online or by phone, and our local agent posts the bond at the detention center for you. Out-of-state family members use this every day.
What if bail is set as "cash only"?
Cash-only bail has to be paid in full to the jail or court, so a surety bond can't be used. Call us anyway. We can explain the options, including asking the court to modify the bond at the next hearing.
Which court handles the case?
Misdemeanors and initial appearances are usually in Yellowstone County Justice Court (or city court for municipal cases). Felonies go to 13th Judicial District Court (13th Judicial District). Both are listed above with addresses and phone numbers.
What happens if they miss court?
Call us immediately. Often we can help get the person back in front of the judge before a warrant is issued. Missing court can forfeit the bond, so stay in touch with your agent about every date.
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