A Message from Sheriff Brian Heino
Prior to taking office, one of my goals was to find more ways to inform the public about emergency services, alerts and general calls for service; that impact our daily lives.
Although not fully dependent on the use of modern technology, I feel we can accomplish a lot of our communication goals through social media and operational flexibility.
Much like my predecessor, my goal is to implement a stronger Community Policing effort throughout the county so that we are more visible and responsive to special needs in all areas.
My commitment to you, the tax payer and citizen of Flathead County I remain engaged with the public through meetings, social media and training; to provide the best service for all.
Temporary schedule change for services affected by COVID-19:
- Concealed Weapons Permits – Starting 01/01/2021 in office walk-ins are welcome on Tuesdays & Thursdays for new and renewal applications from 10am-2pm and by appointment on Wednesdays from 9am-3pm. To schedule an appointment call (406)758-5585. You can also apply online by clicking this link: https://apps.flathead.mt.gov/so_cwp_public (Do not open in Safari. Use Chrome for best results.)
- Fingerprints – Starting 01/01/2021 fingerprinting will be by appointment on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9am-3pm and by walk-ins on Fridays 10am-2pm. To schedule your appointment call (406)758-5585.
- VIN Inspections – Starting 04/28/2020 walk-ins are welcome on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9am – 11am and 1pm – 3pm.
- DNA – Starting 05/01/2020 walk-ins are welcome on Fridays from 8am – 4pm.
***For the health and safety of our staff please reschedule your appointment if you are feeling ill or have traveled in the past 2 weeks***
FCDC is resuming onsite weekend visits, starting 5/23/2020. The guidelines are as follows:
- Visitors still need to come to the facility to sign up for a scheduled visit
- Visitors must possess and present a valid ID when scheduling the visit
- Please adhere to the guidelines established for social distancing
- Our lobby area will be appropriately marked regarding spacing between individuals
- It is recommended visitors wear face masks, but it isn’t required.
- Only 1 adult visitor allowed per visit
- Children may attend the visit, if they are accompanied by their parent or legal guardian. Visitors must reside in the same household.
- Visits will be 45 minutes in length
- Visits will be staggered every other hour
- Visiting rooms will be sanitized by staff between each visit
- Sanitizing wipes will be located in the outer visiting area for visitors to use with a trash can available in the hallway for their disposal
Saturday visiting hours will begin at noon. The Saturday visit times are:
12pm – 12:45
2pm – 2:45
4pm – 4:45
6pm – 6:45
8pm – 8:45
Sunday visiting hours will begin at 10:00. The Sunday visit times are:
10am – 10:45
12pm – 12:45
2pm – 2:45
4pm – 4:45
6pm – 6:45
8pm – 8:45
Welcome
The Flathead County Sheriff’s Office duties encompass civil enforcement, disaster preparedness, community watch, law enforcement training and more. To learn more, please take a few minutes to enjoy the video below.
