Warrant records are public documents in Musselshell County, Montana, pursuant to Montana Code Annotated § 2-6-1003, which establishes the Montana Public Records Act. This legislation ensures governmental records, including warrants, remain accessible to the public to maintain transparency and accountability in governmental operations. The Act specifically affirms the constitutional right of citizens to examine documents of public officials and agencies.
In Musselshell County, warrant information is maintained as part of the public record by the Clerk of Court and the Sheriff's Office. These records document legal actions authorized by judicial officers and executed by law enforcement personnel. Members of the public may access these records during regular business hours at the designated county offices, subject to certain statutory limitations regarding confidential information as outlined in Montana Code Annotated § 2-6-1002.
Musselshell County Courthouse
506 Main Street
Roundup, MT 59072
Phone: (406) 323-1402
Montana Judicial Branch
Warrant records maintained by Musselshell County authorities contain specific information as required by Montana Code Annotated § 46-6-214. Standard warrant documentation includes:
These records are maintained in accordance with Montana's record retention schedules as established by the Secretary of State pursuant to Montana Code Annotated § 2-6-1012.
Members of the public seeking to verify warrant status in Musselshell County may utilize several no-cost methods established under Montana's public access provisions. The following options are available without charge:
Pursuant to Montana Code Annotated § 2-6-1006, agencies may not charge for the inspection of public records, though reasonable fees may apply for document reproduction or extensive research services.
The Musselshell County Sheriff's Office is the primary law enforcement agency responsible for executing warrants within county jurisdiction as authorized by Montana Code Annotated § 7-32-2121. Sheriff warrants are official documents issued by a judicial officer directing law enforcement to perform specific actions, most commonly the apprehension of individuals who have:
The Sheriff's Office maintains a comprehensive database of active warrants and coordinates with other law enforcement agencies for execution. Warrant service is conducted in accordance with Montana Code Annotated § 46-6-210, which governs the time and manner of arrests.
Musselshell County Sheriff's Office
611 Main Street
Roundup, MT 59072
Phone: (406) 323-1402
Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Individuals seeking to determine their warrant status in Musselshell County have multiple verification methods available as established by the Montana Department of Justice. To ascertain whether a warrant has been issued, the following procedures may be utilized:
Pursuant to Montana Code Annotated § 46-6-214, warrant information is maintained in official databases accessible to authorized personnel. Individuals should be prepared to provide proper identification when making inquiries regarding warrant status.
The verification of outstanding warrants in Musselshell County is governed by Montana Code Annotated § 2-6-1003, which establishes public right of access to governmental records. Individuals may utilize the following methods to conduct warrant searches:
When conducting warrant searches, requestors should be prepared to provide the full legal name and date of birth of the subject. Pursuant to Montana Code Annotated § 2-6-1009, certain information may be redacted from public records to protect privacy interests or ongoing investigations.