Elliot County Jail

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Elliot County Jail Information

The Elliot County Jail is CLOSED. 

Contact the Elliot County Jailer at 606-738-5422 with any questions where an offender may be jailed.

Phone: 606-738-5422

Physical Address:
Elliot County Jail
Paintsville, KY

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's first and last name
Elliot County Sheriff
PO Box 376
Paintsville, KY 41240

Other Jails and Prisons

How Do You Find Someone in the Elliot County Jail?

To search for an inmate in the Elliot 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 606-738-5422 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,

Elliot County Jail Inmate Search

The Elliot County Jail maintains an average of 25 offenders in custody on any given day. The Elliot 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 Elliott County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 500 offenders.

The following charts of Elliott 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 Elliott 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 Elliott 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 Elliott 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 Elliot County Jail

The Elliot County Jail is CLOSED. 

Contact the Elliot County Jailer at 606-738-5422 with any questions where an offender may be jailed.

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

What should you know about the booking process at Elliot County Jail?

Once arrested, the person is taken to Elliot County Jail for booking, a process that confirms identity, assesses charges, and determines if they will be released on their own recognizance, posted for bail, or held until court.

Staying silent is key during this process, as anything spoken can be used as evidence in court. It’s best to wait for legal counsel before responding to questions.

Steps involved in booking at Elliot County Jail include:

  • Confirming identity.
  • Taking mugshots for record.
  • Medical, mental health, and substance history questioning.
  • DNA collection if applicable.
  • Comprehensive physical search.
  • Seizing personal property.
  • Access to a free phone call.

Booking can range from an hour to 48 hours depending on the circumstances. To check on an offender’s bond amount, contact Elliot County Jail at 606-738-5422.

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Inmate Bail and Bonding

Steps to pay bail in Elliott County

After an arrest, individuals are brought to Elliot County Jail in for processing. Following this, three possible outcomes exist:

1. The individual may be released without posting bail, with a promise to appear in court.
2. The individual could be held in jail until their court date.
3. Bail or bond can be posted for release; for more information, contact 606-738-5422.

Bail payment can be handled through various means.

  • Payment methods include cash, credit cards, and money orders.
  • Licensed bail bond agents in Elliott County are available for assistance.
  • Property within the county can be offered as collateral for bail.

To learn more about the bail process in Elliott County, Kentucky, visit the Elliot County Jail Bail Page.

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Inmate Visitation

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

Elliot County Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

Elliot County Jail
Paintsville, KY
606-738-5422

  • Visits are 30 minutes.
  • You must be on the inmate's visitor list.
  • The actual visitation times may depend on the inmate and their housing location. Call 606-738-5422 and get your inmate's times and make an appointment to visit.
  • Inmates are allowed one visit per week.
  • A maximum of 2 guests are allowed per inmate.
  • Visitors must have a government issued photo ID.
  • Dress professionally with non-revealing clothing.

ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 606-738-5422 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!

DAY TIMES
SUNDAY 9:00AM - 11:00AM
2:00PM - 4:00PM
MONDAY 9:00AM - 11:00AM
2:00PM - 4:00PM
6:00PM - 8:00PM
TUESDAY 9:00AM - 11:00AM
2:00PM - 4:00PM
6:00PM - 8:00PM
WEDNESDAY 9:00AM - 11:00AM
2:00PM - 4:00PM
6:00PM - 8:00PM
THURSDAY 9:00AM - 11:00AM
2:00PM - 4:00PM
6:00PM - 8:00PM
FRIDAY 9:00AM - 11:00AM
2:00PM - 4:00PM
6:00PM - 8:00PM
SATURDAY 9:00AM - 11:00AM
2:00PM - 4:00PM

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Elliot County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 606-738-5422 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 Elliot County Jail?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Elliot County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 606-738-5422 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Elliot County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 606-738-5422 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Elliot County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 606-738-5422 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

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

Elliot County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Elliot County Jail allows inmates to receive pre-metered postcards like the type purchased from the post office. They may also allow certain photo postcards as long as they have not been tampered with or contain images that may be considered to be obscene or violent in nature. It is best to only use blue or black ink. Always include your name and return address.

Envelopes
The Elliot County Jail also allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates. It is best to only use blue or black ink.

Postcards and envelopes MUST HAVE the sender's full name and return address on the envelope. 

Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Elliot County Jail
Paintsville, KY



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Elliot County Jail
Paintsville, KY



Newspapers
Newspapers may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the publisher.

Magazines
News, special interest or sports magazines may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the publisher. Any magazines that contain profanity, weapons, pornography or other content that is adult in nature will be confiscated by the jail staff and will NOT be delivered to the inmate.

Books
The Elliot County Jail allows books to be mailed directly to the jail from a reputable source such as AmazonBarnes & Noble or Books-A-Million. You can order them directly from your computer and have them shipped to the inmate at the address noted.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Elliot County Jail standards will be disposed of. 
Hard cover books will not be accepted by the jail due to their potential to be used as a weapon.


All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Elliot County Jail
Paintsville, KY

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Elliot County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 606-738-5422 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Elliot County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 606-738-5422 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Elliot County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 606-738-5422 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Elliot 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 Elliot County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 606-738-5422 for further assistance.

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Other Jails Nearby

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

Elliott Morgan Rowan Carter Lawrence
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