Burleigh County Jail
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- Facility Type
- County Facility
- Security Level
- Pretrial / Sentenced
- Inmate Capacity
- 555 approx.
- Established
- Not available
- Operated By
- Burleigh County Sheriff's Office
Burleigh County Jail Inmate Communication Overview
Burleigh County Jail, now known as the Burleigh/Morton County Detention Center, is the county detention facility in Bismarck, North Dakota, operated by the Burleigh County Sheriff's Office. With about 555 beds, it is the largest county jail in North Dakota. The ND Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation contracted 120 beds there in 2025 for minimum security state inmates.
Phone calls at Burleigh County Jail run through Reliance Telephone. Only phone time purchased through Reliance can be used in the Detention Center. The video and messaging vendors are not confirmed.
Visitation follows county rules. Visitors must be approved and bring valid photo identification. All calls and visits are monitored and recorded.
Communication Options
Available communication services at Burleigh County Jail.
Messaging
Electronic messages to and from the inmate.
Messaging options are not confirmed. Ask the facility which vendor, if any, handles electronic messages.
Video Calls
Remote or in-person video visitation.
Video visitation availability is not confirmed. Check with the facility.
Photo Sharing
Send approved digital or physical photos.
Photo sharing options are not confirmed. Confirm with the facility.
Phone Calls
Inmate-initiated phone calls to approved numbers.
Provider: Reliance Telephone
Phone calls through Reliance Telephone. Only phone time purchased through Reliance can be used.
Money Transfer
Send funds to commissary or phone accounts.
Deposit options are not confirmed. Confirm the current method with the facility before sending money.
Communication Providers at Burleigh County Jail
These providers operate communication services at this facility. Each may cover different services.
Reliance Telephone
Reliance Telephone provides phone service. Only phone time purchased through Reliance can be used in the Detention Center.
Communication Rules at Burleigh County Jail
- Confirm the current phone and video vendor with the facility before creating any paid account.
- Visitors must be approved and bring a valid government-issued photo ID.
- Follow the county dress code. Inappropriate clothing will get your visit denied.
- All calls and visits are monitored and recorded.
- Confirm visiting hours before traveling, since schedules vary.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Burleigh County Jail
Common questions from families about communication at this facility.
- Which company handles phone calls at Burleigh County Jail?
- Phone calls run through Reliance Telephone. Only phone time purchased through Reliance can be used.
- How do I visit someone at Burleigh County Jail?
- Visitors must be approved. Bring valid photo ID and follow county visiting rules. Confirm visiting hours before traveling.
- Is Burleigh County Jail the largest county jail in North Dakota?
- Yes. With about 555 beds, the Burleigh/Morton County Detention Center is the largest county jail in North Dakota.
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