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RED LODGE

RED LODGE CITY COURT

WHO

  • Individuals with legal matters arising within the City of Red Lodge or otherwise within Red Lodge City Court's jurisdiction.

COST​

  • Varies by service.

WHAT​

  • Local city court serving matters within its jurisdiction.

WHERE​

  • 1 South Platt Ave.
    Red Lodge, MT 59068

  • PHONE
    406-446-4727

WHEN

  • 7 am-4:30 pm Monday - Friday

  • WEBSITE

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DSVS

(Domestic & Sexual Violence Services)

WHO

  • Victims of sexual assault or domestic violence from Carbon County & Stillwater County. 

  • Partners in Sweet Grass County, Park County, & Meagher County.

COST

  • None

WHAT

  • A variety of resources are available to clients. DSVS is committed to serving individuals, families and communities impacted by physical, sexual and emotional abuse and to promote healthy, equitable and violence-free relationships.

  • DSVS can assist with orders of protection and court accompaniment for criminal and civil hearings.

WHERE​

  • 1119 South Broadway, Red Lodge, MT 59068

  • Office: 406-446-2296

  • 24HR DSVS HOTLINE

    • 406-425-2222​

  • National Domestic Violence HOTLINE

    • 800-799-7233​

  • National Sexual Assault HOTLINE

    • 800-656-4673​

  • Satellite Office: 809 E 4th Ave Suite C, Columbus, MT 59019

  • WEBSITE

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CARBON COUNTY JUSTICE COURT

WHO

  • Individuals with legal matters within Carbon County Justice Court's jurisdiction

COST​

  • Varies by service.

WHAT

  • Handles traffic and other citations, misdemeanor cases, civil cases, small claims, landlord-tenant matters, protection orders, and other matters within its jurisdiction.

WHERE​

  • 102 N Broadway, Red Lodge, MT 59068

  • 406-446-1440​

WHEN

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CARBON COUNTY DISTRICT COURT-MONTANA 22ND JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT

WHO

  • Individuals with legal matters within the jurisdiction of the Carbon County District Court, including parties in civil, criminal, family, juvenile, probate, adoption, guardianship, and other District Court cases. The court also provides services to jurors and members of the public seeking court records.

COST

  • Varies by service.

WHAT

  • The Clerk of District Court provides and maintains court services and records, including:

  • Civil cases

  • Criminal cases

  • Divorce and other domestic-relations cases

  • Adoption

  • Dependent-neglect cases

  • Guardianship

  • Juvenile cases

  • Paternity

  • Probate

  • Sanity cases

  • Naturalization

  • Marriage licenses

  • Court records and certified copies

  • Jury administration

  • Filing and case administration

  • E-filing for eligible case types 

WHERE​

  • Carbon County Courthouse
    102 Broadway Avenue North
    Red Lodge, MT 59068

  • Mailing:
    PO Box 948
    Red Lodge, MT 59068 

  • PHONE

  • 406-446-1225 

WHEN​

  • Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
    Except legal holidays. 

  • EMAIL

  • WEBSITE

CARBON/STILLWATER

COUNTY

CARBON COUNTY ALTERNATIVES

WHO

  • Individuals referred by the court or justice system for alternatives to incarceration, including eligible individuals on pretrial supervision or court-ordered community supervision.

COST

  • Varies by program and individual circumstances.

WHAT

  • Provides community-based supervision and treatment services as alternatives to incarceration. Services may include court-ordered supervision, monitoring, work-release support, electronic monitoring, drug/alcohol testing, community service coordination, and educational or intervention programs.

  • The program is designed to reduce jail overcrowding, promote accountability, allow eligible individuals to maintain employment and family responsibilities, and provide appropriate alternatives to incarceration.

WHERE​

  • 206 N. Broadway, Red Lodge, MT 59068

  • 406-446-1675

WHEN​

  • Call for current office hours and appointment information.

  • WEBSITE

CARBON COUNTY ATTORNEY'S OFFICE VICTIM/WITNESS ADVOCATE

WHO

  • Victims and witnesses involved in criminal cases handled by the Carbon County Attorney's Office.

COST

  • None

WHAT

  • Provides information, support, and advocacy to victims and witnesses involved in the criminal justice system. Services may include explaining court procedures, providing case information, connecting victims with support services, and assisting with Crime Victims Compensation.

WHERE​

  • 102 N Broadway PO Box 810

  • Red Lodge, MT 59068

  • 406-426-4403

WHEN​

  • Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., except legal holidays. Call 406-426-4403 to confirm the Victim/Witness Advocate's availability or to schedule an appointment.

  • WEBSITE

BRIDGER CITY COURT

WHO

  • Residents and other people who have legal matters within the jurisdiction of the Town of Bridger, including people cited or charged with violations occurring within town limits and parties in civil matters the court is authorized to hear.

COST

  • Varies by service. 

WHAT​

  • Municipal court for the Town of Bridger; handles local court matters.

WHERE​

  • Court entrance: 314 East Broadway Ave., Bridger, MT 59014
    Mailing address: P.O. Box 128, Bridger, MT 59014

  • PHONE
    406-662-1042

WHEN

  • Court office hours: Monday–Wednesday, 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. Open Court: Generally held Tuesdays at 10:00 a.m. Check the court calendar for specific dates and schedules.

  • WEBSITE

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FROMBERG CITY COURT

WHO

  • Individuals with legal matters within the jurisdiction of the Town of Fromberg City Court.

COST​

  • Varies by service. 

WHAT

  • Municipal court handling matters within the Town of Fromberg's jurisdiction.

WHERE​

  • 118 W River St, P.O. Box 236, Fromberg, MT 59029

  • 406-668-7383

  • 406-668-9062 (fax)

WHEN

  • Court sessions: Call for current schedules

  • WEBSITE

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JOLIET CITY COURT

WHO

  • Individuals with legal matters within the jurisdiction of Joliet City Court.

COST​

  • Varies by service. 

WHAT

  • Municipal court handling matters within the Town of Joliet's jurisdiction.

WHERE​

  • 116 S. Main St. 
    P.O. Box 210
    Joliet, MT 59041

  • PHONE: 406-962-3567
    FAX: 406-962-9803

WHEN

  • Monday–Thursday, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM
    Closed for lunch 11:30 AM–12:30 PM    ​

  • WEBSITE

MONTANA

ESTATE PLANNING

WHO

  • Montanans who want to plan for the management and transfer of their property, finances, health-care decisions, and other affairs during incapacity and after death.

WHAT

  • Montana State University Extension provides free information and educational resources on:

  • Dying Without a Will in Montana

  • Accessing a Deceased Person's Financial Accounts

  • Beneficiary Deeds in Montana

  • Custodial Accounts for Children Under Age 21

  • Designated Beneficiaries Through Contractual Arrangements

  • Estate Planning for Families with Minor and/or Special Needs Children

  • Federal Estate Tax

  • Gifting

  • Letter of Last Instructions

  • Life Insurance

  • Montana's End-of-Life Registry

  • Montana Rights of the Terminally Ill Act / Living Wills (Declarations)

  • Nonprobate Transfers

  • Financial Power of Attorney

  • Probate in Montana

  • Property Ownership

  • Provider Orders for Life-Sustaining Treatment (POLST)

  • Revocable Trusts

  • Settling an Estate

  • Transferring a Farm or Ranch to the Next Generation

  • Transferring a Farm or Ranch to the Next Generation Through a QTIP Trust

  • Using a Bypass Trust to Provide for Children from a Prior Marriage

  • What Are Your Rights Over Your Remains?

  • Who Gets Grandma's Yellow Pie Plate? Transferring Non-Titled Property

  • Wills

  • Selecting an Attorney to Develop an Estate Plan or Administer an Estate (Probate)

  • WEBSITE

MONTANA LEGAL SERVICES ASSOCIATION

WHO

  • MLSA provides free civil legal services to eligible low-income Montanans.

COST

  • Free for eligible clients.

WHAT

  • MLSA assists with a variety of civil legal issues, including family law, housing/landlord-tenant matters, debt and consumer issues, public benefits, employment, agricultural worker issues, domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking, elder abuse, and other civil legal problems.

WHERE​

  • Billings office hours: Monday–Thursday, 9:00 AM–12:00 PM and 1:00–4:00 PM; closed Friday–Sunday.

  • ​Helpline at 1-800-666-6899 

  • Helpline Hours: Tuesday–Thursday, 9:00 AM–1:00 PM

  • WEBSITE​

LEGAL SERVICES

Carbon County Connect Coordinator Contact Information 

connect@rlacf.org

(406) 446-2820

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All businesses and services listed are independently owned and operated. The Red Lodge Area Community Foundation does not endorse or guarantee any services provided and cannot be held liable for any claims/damages that may arise from services rendered or from agreements between the client and professional.

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