The Gallatin County Sheriff’s Office wants you to be aware of a phone scam that is occurring within Gallatin County. If you get one of the these calls, the caller will inform you that you have criminal charges pending and that you are to send money for these charges to be stopped.

The Caller ID may also indicate the phone number is 406-582-2125. Although this number is the number to the Sheriff’s Office, it is a scam. Do Not Give Them Money.

Additionally, the caller may identify themselves as a member of the Gallatin County Sheriff’s Office. These phone calls are not originating from the Sheriff's office, so please do not respond to their requests.

If you receive one of these calls, please contact the Gallatin County Sheriff's Office.

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