The Village of Almont was established in 1834. In the early years the Town Marshall took care of all matters of law, and received $150.00 per year salary. During that time Almont had it's own jail, and meeting minutes show that in 1884 the jail was being advertised for sale. The jail was again mentioned in 1878 when the council voted to "have some good locks installed". In 1878 the first constable was elected by the voters.