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Montana Unclaimed Property

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Denton Police Department

The Denton Police Department arrested 81 individuals and responded to 2,591 service and officer-initiated calls from March 16-22, 2026 .

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Denton at a glance

County
Fergus County
County seat
Lewistown
Population
252
Fergus County population
11,446
Local records
Fergus County offices
ZIP codes
59430

About Denton public records

Alongside the local police, the Fergus County Sheriff’s Office is key to overseeing law enforcement throughout the county. For more full criminal history inquiries, one may turn to the Montana Department of Justice’s Criminal Records and Identification Services, which houses the state’s criminal repository. The judicial system serving Denton is the Fergus County District Court, which handles various legal matters including civil, criminal, and family law cases. Vital records such as birth, death, and marriage certificates can be acquired from the Fergus County Clerk and Recorder’s Office, or through the Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services If you need statewide vital records. Residents can exercise their rights under the Montana Right to Know Act, which allows for general public records requests. Typically, these requests are processed within a response timeframe of 5 to 10 business days, ensuring that citizens have timely access to the information they seek while promoting transparency in local governance.

Residents can reach the office at (406) 535-3186, and additional election information is available at www.co.fergus.mt.us. Sheriff Ryan Peterson · P.O. Box 180 · Lewistown, MT 59457 · Phone: 406-535-3415 · Fax: 406-535-3860 · Webpage: Fergus County Sheriff's Office · MSPOA Board Member · Board Member at Large · Deputy Tracey Lewellen · P.O.

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How do I register to vote in Denton, Montana?

To register to vote in Denton, Montana, residents can register online through the Montana Secretary of State's website, by mail, or in person at the Fergus County elections office. Montana requires voters to be U.S. citizens, at least 18 years old by Election Day, and residents of the state. The registration deadline is typically 30 days before an election. Voters can verify their registration status and find polling locations through the Montana Secretary of State's voter lookup tool. For local municipal elections in Denton, contact the Fergus County Clerk's office for schedules and ballot information.

How do I look up property records in Denton, Montana?

Property records for Denton, Montana are maintained by the Fergus Montana Department of Revenue's Office and the Fergus County Clerk and Recorder. The Assessor's Office is responsible for discovering, listing, and valuing all taxable property within Fergus County, including parcels in Denton. Records available include property ownership, assessed values, legal descriptions, parcel maps, and tax history. The Fergus County Clerk and Recorder maintains recorded documents including deeds, mortgages, liens, and easements. Many Montana counties provide online property record searches through their county websites. The Fergus County Treasurer handles property tax payments and tax sale information.

How do I get a birth or death certificate in Denton, Montana?

Birth, death, and marriage records for Denton, Montana residents are available through both county and state offices. The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services, Vital Records, located in Helena, maintains statewide vital records and can issue certified copies of birth and death certificates for events occurring anywhere in Montana. Orders can be placed online, by mail, or in person. Locally, the Fergus County Clerk's office issues marriage licenses and maintains marriage records for Fergus County. Birth and death certificates may also be available through local vital records offices. Requestors typically need to provide valid photo identification and proof of their relationship to the person named on the record. Processing times and fees vary by office and record type.

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