Graves County Jail

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Graves County Jail Information

The Graves County Jail is a 300 bed jail in the city of Mayfield, Graves County, Kentucky. Offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies in this county are brought here for booking and processing, and if their crime requires it, are incarcerated until they either get bail or are released from custody on their own recognizance.

Those who are found guilty and sentenced to a term of less than one year, will do their time in this county. Those sentenced to longer terms will be sent to either the Kentucky State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

This page provides information on how to search for an inmate in the official jail roster, or by calling the facility at Main Jail: 270-247-4373, directions to the facility, and inmate services such as the visitation schedule and policies, funding an inmate's account, mailing them a letter, receiving phone calls from an inmate, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond instructions, and commissary purchases.

It's always a good idea to find out and save the inmate's jail ID number or booking number as you may need this for sending mail or other communication needs. If you can't locate it online, you can call the Graves County Jail at Main Jail: 270-247-4373 to get it.

Phone: Main Jail: 270-247-4373

Physical Address:
Main Jail: 103 East South Street
Restrictive Custody: 150 Jenkins Street
Mayfield, KY 42066

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's first and last name
Main Jail: 103 East South Street
Restrictive Custody: 150 Jenkins Street
Mayfield, KY 42066

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How Do You Find Someone in the Graves County Jail?

To search for an inmate in the Graves County Jail, review their criminal charges, the amount of their bond, when they can get visits, or even view their mugshot, go to the Official Jail Inmate Roster, or call the jail at Main Jail: 270-247-4373 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up an Offender's Criminal Court Case in either the District Court or the Circuit Court,

Graves County Jail Inmate Search

The Graves County Jail maintains an average of 300 offenders in custody on any given day. The Graves County Jail has a monthly turnover of 40% of their inmate population, another 30% turnover every 90 days, another 20% every six months, and approximately 10% stay incarcerated between six and twelve months. Every year Graves County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 6,000 offenders.

The following charts of Graves County inmate population demographics are updated daily. The information shown is for today. For research purposes we have broken down the inmates by sex, age, ethnicity, and criminal charges.

The information is compiled from the Graves County Corrections Department, the state of Kentucky Department of Corrections, as well as the United States Department of Justice and Census Bureau records. It represents every person in custody in Graves County.

For complete information on how to get directions, bond, visit, mail, send and receive email and texts, receive phone calls, and send money or commissary to an inmate, find arrest information for Graves County and other counties surrounding this one, scroll down this page. We have a section for each.

We also provide photos of the jail that we have collected over the years.

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About the Graves County Jail
According to Inside Prison, the stated inmate capacity of Graves County Jail in Kentucky is 65, but it has an average daily inmate population count of 100, representing an overcapacity of 50%. However, according to City of Palmer and The City of New Brunswick, the current capacity of the jail is 294 and 165 beds, respectively. The address of the Graves County Jail in Kentucky is 150 Jenkins Street, Mayfield KY. The contact number for the jail is 270-247-9829. The visitation hours for the Graves County Jail in Kentucky are Monday to Saturday from 8:00 am to 10:45 am, 1:00 pm to 3:45 pm, and 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Each inmate is allowed one or two visits per week, ranging from 15 minutes to one hour in length. Visitation must be scheduled 24 hours in advance through Securus Tech. There is limited information available on the conditions and issues facing inmates at Graves County Jail in Kentucky. The jail's website states that inmates are provided with programs to prepare them for their return to the community. However, a news article from Kentucky.com reports that inmates are required to work and be paid a lawful wage, out of which the jail collects fees. The Kentucky Department of Corrections offers an offender search tool on their website, and state inmates can be housed in county jails. Graves County Jail in Kentucky gained national attention in 2011 for jailing several Amish men who refused to use orange safety triangles on their buggies for religious reasons. The jail's mission statement is to provide a safe, secure, and humane environment for staff and offenders while carrying out the mandates of the legislative and judicial process. The jail was affected by a tornado in December 2021, but with the help of other agencies, it has managed to continue its mission. However, according to a recent article, the jail was destroyed by a tornado in April 2022. The Graves County Restricted Custody Center is a separate facility located in Mayfield, KY, that houses inmates.
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Recent Bookings & Arrests

How do I find out if someone has been arrested and booked into the Graves County Jail?

To find out if someone you know has been recently arrested and booked into the Graves County Jail, call the jail’s booking line at Main Jail: 270-247-4373.

There may be an automated method of looking them up by their name over the phone, or you may be directed to speak to someone at the jail. Sometimes the jail staff may ask you the offender’s date of birth to ensure privacy of the offender’s status.

Keep in mind that after an arrest, the information on an offender may not be publicly available for several hours.

If you don’t want to check up on an offender by calling the jail, you can also try looking up people recently booked online.

Graves County Jail Booking Roster

What happens during booking in Graves County?

After being arrested and taken into custody, and after being read their Miranda Rights, an offender will next be transported to the local police or department or the Sheriff’s Department in Graves County for booking.

Booking is very involved and requires multiple steps in the process, however, keep in mind that most attorneys will advise that an offender remain silent and not offer any additional information about the crime they have been arrested for because anything they do say may be recorded and may very well be used against them in court.

What is the booking process like at the Graves County Jail?

Booking includes having their photo (mugshot) and fingerprints taken, as well as being asked a lot of questions about their personal history and state of mind. If it’s a serious felony, their DNA may also be taken. They will also be checked for warrants in Graves County and other Kentucky and USA jurisdictions.

If the offender was arrested for a DUI offense, and has refused a breathalyzer test, they may also be forced to have blood drawn by a doctor or nurse.

It is also very likely that the offender will undergo a humiliating full body search while in the nude. This includes bending over, spreading their cheeks in the direction of an officer, and coughing. They will also be walked through a metal detector or x-ray machine, like those used at an airport.

What kind of questions are asked during booking?

The arresting jurisdiction will ask about gang affiliations, tattoos, medical conditions, prescribed medication they are taking, recreational drugs they are on or addicted to, allergies, if they are suicidal, and other relevant information that will help with determining their cell assignment and special needs.

What happens to an offender’s personal property during booking?

During the arrest and booking process an offender will also have all their personal property confiscated and held for either their release from jail, or with the offender’s approval, released to a friend or family member.

Personal property includes the clothing they are wearing, money, wallets, purses, cell phones, jewelry, body rings, earrings, watches, and even glasses if they are deemed a security risk. If they are allowed to keep their shoes or sneakers, the laces are removed.

What happens after booking?

At this point the offender will be allowed to make a free phone call to a person of their choice to notify them of their arrest, and/or arrange a bond or bail for their release.

If the offender is being detained and housed while awaiting arraignment, the Graves County Jail will provide a jail garment and slip-on shoes, a blanket, sheets, soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, and a towel.

Often, before they are dressed in the jail outfit and brought to their housing location, they will be forced to take a shower and undergo a disinfectant treatment for body and hair lice, scabies or other pests that may be residing on their person.

How long does the Graves County Jail Booking process take?

Booking can take anywhere from an hour to 24 hours or more. It all depends on the number of people that are awaiting processing, the number of staff on duty at the time, and the behavior of the offender.

If the offender is heavily intoxicated and/or violent, the Booking Officer may decide to stick the offender in a holding cell for several hours until they become more manageable.

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Directions / Map to the Graves County Jail
Inmate Visitation

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Graves County Jail? What is the Schedule?

Graves County Jail uses Securus Video Connect for Remote Inmate Video Visitation. 



Video Visitation allows 'approved' friends, family members, attorneys and clergy of an inmate to connect with them using their computer, Securus Video Visitation app, or ‘on-site’ kiosk. 

Steps:
Register and/or log in.
Select the facility of your inmate.
Review the days, available hours and the cost of remote and on-site visits.
Schedule your visit.

What is the Cost of a Remote Video Visit?
Costs vary and are subject to change, but generally visits range from $5.00 to $15.00 for a 15 to 30 minute online or on-site video visit.

How do you know if your Inmate will be available during the time you schedule?
The Securus system knows the times that Graves County Jail inmates are available for remote video visits.
It will not allow you to schedule a visit with your inmate if they are not available or the video visitation kiosk(s) in the jail are booked already.
Once you schedule a visit with your inmate they will be notified of the date and time of the visit.

Important Tips:
Your entire visit is being monitored and recorded. Do not say or do anything that you would not want being replayed in court.
You should schedule your visit, in advance, at a time that works best for you.
For best sound quality, use earbuds or headsets.

Quick & Easy Access to Important Information & Help:
Phone: 972-734-1111 or 877-578-3658
Video Tutorial on Registering for Securus Video Visits.
Frequently Asked Questions.
Graves County Jail Pricing.
Securus Contact Information.
iphone app
Android app

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Graves County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call Main Jail: 270-247-4373 for further assistance.

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Remote Video Visitation

Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Graves County Jail?

Graves County Jail uses Securus Video Connect for Remote Inmate Video Visitation. 



Video Visitation allows 'approved' friends, family members, attorneys and clergy of an inmate to connect with them using their computer, Securus Video Visitation app, or ‘on-site’ kiosk. 

Steps:
Register and/or log in.
Select the facility of your inmate.
Review the days, available hours and the cost of remote and on-site visits.
Schedule your visit.

What is the Cost of a Remote Video Visit?
Costs vary and are subject to change, but generally visits range from $5.00 to $15.00 for a 15 to 30 minute online or on-site video visit.

How do you know if your Inmate will be available during the time you schedule?
The Securus system knows the times that Graves County Jail inmates are available for remote video visits.
It will not allow you to schedule a visit with your inmate if they are not available or the video visitation kiosk(s) in the jail are booked already.
Once you schedule a visit with your inmate they will be notified of the date and time of the visit.

Important Tips:
Your entire visit is being monitored and recorded. Do not say or do anything that you would not want being replayed in court.
You should schedule your visit, in advance, at a time that works best for you.
For best sound quality, use earbuds or headsets.

Quick & Easy Access to Important Information & Help:
Phone: 972-734-1111 or 877-578-3658
Video Tutorial on Registering for Securus Video Visits.
Frequently Asked Questions.
Graves County Jail Pricing.
Securus Contact Information.
iphone app
Android app

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Graves County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call Main Jail: 270-247-4373 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Graves County Jail?

You can deposit money four different ways:

correctpay.com Assistance:

24/7 Customer Service - 855-836-3364
Frequently Asked Questions

How to Send Money to an Inmate in Graves County

To send commissary money to an inmate in Graves County Jail follow these steps:

  • Register with correctpay by creating an account.
  • Select Kentucky, then select Graves County Jail, and then the inmate you want to send money to.
  • Choose the amount of money you want to send, and input your payment method.
  • You can deposit money four ways:
  • Deposit online at correctpay.com.
  • Deposit at the VendEngine kiosk in the Graves County Jail lobby.
  • Deposit over the phone 24/7 at 855-836-3364
  • Deposit through their iOS or Android app.

For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account, what the fees are, how long it takes to hit their account and more, check out our full money and commissary guide for Graves County Jail.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Graves County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call Main Jail: 270-247-4373 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Graves County Jail?

How an Inmate Makes a Phone Call to You or Others from Graves County Jail

To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Graves County do the following:

1. Enroll in an account with Securus Technologies.

2. Choose one of three account types, Securus Debit, Advance Connect or Direct Bill.
3. Choose [facility_name_1}, then connect with your inmate.
4. If you have any questions, call Securus: 972-734-1111 or 800-844-6591.

To find out fees, how to's, calling times, limits on phone calls and other systems Securus has do that you can communicate with your Graves County inmate, check out our Inmate Phone Page.
NOTE: All of your inmate's phone calls are recorded and stored. It is advised not to discuss their pending case.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Graves County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call Main Jail: 270-247-4373 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

How do I Mail an Inmate in the Graves County Jail, and what can I send them?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Graves County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call Main Jail: 270-247-4373 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Graves County Jail, and what can I purchase?

Graves County Jail uses the services of correctpay.com (aka JailFunds) for you to deposit funds into your inmate’s account so that they can purchase Commissary and/or Gift Packs from this jail’s commissary service.



You can deposit money four different ways:

correctpay.com Contact, Help and FAQ

24/7 Customer Service - 855-836-3364
Frequently Asked Questions

How to Send Commissary Money to an Inmate in Graves County

To send commissary money to an inmate's account in Graves County Jail follow these steps:

You can deposit money four different ways:

  • Deposit online at correctpay.com.
  • Deposit at the VendEngine kiosk in the Graves County Jail lobby.
  • Deposit over the phone 24/7 at 855-836-3364
  • Deposit through their iOS or Android app.

24/7 Customer Service - 855-836-3364
Frequently Asked Questions

For all information, tips and available items for send money and for shipping Commissary packages to an inmate in Graves County Jail check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Graves County.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Graves County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call Main Jail: 270-247-4373 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Graves County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?

Graves County Jail uses Securus eMessaging for Inmate Email.




Register here. (You are already registered if you signed up with Securus for 'Phone' or 'Remote Visitation').

Steps: 
1.  Sign up for eMessaging
2. Find your inmate.
3. Purchase a book of Securus ‘stamps’.
4. Type & Send message.

Things you CAN do:
1.  You CAN ONLY send messages from the Securus website, or with the Securus app. (links below).
2. You CAN transfer ‘stamps’ to your inmate.
3. You CAN deposit money to your inmate, and they can purchase ‘stamps’ on their end.
4. Each time you send a message, you CAN pay for them to reply.
5. You CAN send photos. (Jail staff will review for appropriateness) 

Things you CANNOT do:
1.  You CANNOT use your own personal email to send messages.
2. You CANNOT send any message or photo that would normally be rejected by regular mail.

Other Things:
1.  Photos must be .jpg, .jpeg or .png.
2. eMessages and photos must meet the jail’s standards for regular mail.
3. If your eMessage or Photo is rejected you will be notified of the reason, but you will NOT get a refund.

What is the cost of sending inmate messages?

  • Send a text Message - 1 stamp
  • Purchase a reply for your inmate - 1 stamp
  • Attach up to 5 photos - 1 stamp each photo
  • Share up to 5 eCards - 1 stamp each eCard
  • Send just a photo with no text - 1 stamp
  • Send a 30 second VideoGram - 3 stamps

What can your inmate do with digital 'stamps'?

  • Reply to your eMessage if you attach a return stamp
  • Receive transferred stamps you share with them (no cost to transfer)
  • When available, they can purchase their own stamps from their Inmate Debit Account


Contact Information and Help:
eMessaging FAQ  
eMessaging Signup & Helpful Information  
Online Customer Service Support 
Phone Support: 972-734-1111 or 800-844-6591
iphone app
Android app

Mailing Check payments
Securus Correctional Billing Services
PO Box 650757
Dallas, Texas 75265-075

How to Send a Text or Email Message to an Inmate in Graves County Jail

To send a text or email message to a Graves County inmate, do the following:

Graves County Jail uses Securus eMessaging for Inmate Email.

Register here. (You are already registered if you signed up with Securus for 'Phone' or 'Remote Visitation' in Graves County or any jail or prison in the country).
Steps: 
1.  Sign up for eMessaging
2. Find your Graves County inmate.
3. Purchase a book of Securus ‘stamps’.
4. Type & Send message.

For all Graves County information for sending secure messages to an inmate in Graves County Jail, including instructions, video examples, fees, limits, tablet rentals and more, check out out Text/Email an Inmate Page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Graves County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call Main Jail: 270-247-4373 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Graves County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Graves County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call Main Jail: 270-247-4373 for further assistance.

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Other Jails Nearby

What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Graves County?

Graves Hickman Calloway Marshall McCracken Carlisle Weakley Henry
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Search for an Inmate in Graves County

This facility, known as "Graves County Jail" is also known as Graves County Restricted Custody, Graves County Jail, Kentucky, Graves.