Montgomery County Jail
Illinois
Montgomery County Jail
The Montgomery County Sheriff's Office operates the county jail in Hillsboro.
- Address
- 120 N Main Street, Hillsboro, IL 62049
- Phone
- (217) 532-9511
How to find an inmate
To check whether someone is held at the Montgomery County Jail in Hillsboro, call the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office at (217) 532-9511 with the person's full name and date of birth. If the person has been sentenced to state prison, use the Illinois Department of Corrections Individual in Custody Search on idoc.illinois.gov.
Visitation
The Montgomery County Sheriff's Office sets visitation rules for the jail in Hillsboro. Visitors should bring valid photo ID and follow the jail's dress and conduct rules. Call the jail to confirm the current visiting schedule and visit format.
Bail and bond
Under the Illinois Pretrial Fairness Act, cash bail no longer applies, and a judge decides pretrial release. Contact the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office or the Montgomery County Circuit Clerk for an inmate's status and court dates.
Mail and money
Address mail with the inmate's full name in care of the Montgomery County Jail, 120 N Main Street, Hillsboro, IL 62049. Mail is inspected. Call the jail to confirm the current mail rules and how to deposit money to an inmate's account.
Frequently asked questions
How do I find out if someone is in the Montgomery County Jail?
Call the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office at (217) 532-9511 with the person's full name and date of birth.
What is the address of the Montgomery County Jail?
The jail is at 120 N Main Street, Hillsboro, IL 62049.
How do I get someone released from jail in Montgomery County?
Illinois no longer uses cash bail, and a judge decides pretrial release. Contact the sheriff's office or the Circuit Clerk for details.
Can I send money to an inmate at the Montgomery County Jail?
Yes. Call the jail to confirm the current accepted deposit methods.