Estill County Detention Center

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Estill County Detention Center Information

The Estill County Detention Center is CLOSED.

Offenders are  brought to the Three Forks Regional Jail in Beattyville, Kentucky for processing and to be detained

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.

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 Three Forks Regional Jail at 606-464-2598 to get it.

Phone: 606-464-2598

Physical Address:
103 Court Street
Irvine, KY 40336

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Three Forks Regional jail
2221 Fairgrounds Ridge Rd
Beattyville, KY 41311

Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Three Forks Regional jail
2221 Fairgrounds Ridge Rd
Beattyville, KY 41311

Other Jails and Prisons

How Do You Find Someone in the Estill County Detention Center?

To search for an inmate in the Estill County Detention Center, 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 606-464-2598 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,

Estill County Detention Center Inmate Search

The Estill County Detention Center maintains an average of 0 offenders in custody on any given day. The Estill County Detention Center 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 Estill County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 3,681 offenders.

The following charts of Estill 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 Estill 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 Estill 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 Estill 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 Estill County Detention Center

The Estill County Detention Center is CLOSED.

Offenders are  brought to the Three Forks Regional Jail in Beattyville, Kentucky for processing and to be detained

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.

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 Three Forks Regional Jail at 606-464-2598 to get it.

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

How does the booking process work at Estill County Detention Center?

Once someone is arrested, they are taken to Estill County Detention Center for booking. This process involves identifying the individual, determining charges, and deciding if they will be released on their own recognizance, released on bail, or held in custody until their court date.

It’s important for the arrestee to stay silent, as anything they say can be used against them. The best advice is to avoid answering any questions about the arrest until legal counsel is present.

The booking process at Estill County Detention Center typically includes the following steps:

  • Verifying identity.
  • Taking a mugshot.
  • Answering questions regarding medical, mental health, and substance use history.
  • DNA collection, if required.
  • Conducting a thorough search.
  • Confiscating personal belongings.
  • Providing a free phone call.

Depending on circumstances, booking can take anywhere from one hour to up to 48 hours, especially during busy periods or if the individual is uncooperative. For questions about paying an arrestee’s bond or bail amount, contact the facility at 606-464-2598.

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Directions / Map to the Estill County Detention Center
Inmate Bail and Bonding

What is the process to pay bail for someone detained in Estill County?

After an individual is apprehended and taken to Estill County Detention Center in Irvine for booking, their release options vary based on the situation:

1. They might be released without bail, on the condition they appear in court on a scheduled date.
2. They may be detained until their court appearance.
3. They may be eligible for release after posting a bail or bond.  Call 606-464-2598 for the exact bail amount.

There are different ways to settle an individual's bail or bond.

  • Bail can be paid using cash, a money order, or a credit card.
  • A licensed bail bondsman in Estill County can assist with payment.
  • Real estate located in the county can be used as bail collateral. 

For more information on the bail process in Estill County, Kentucky, visit the Estill County Detention Center Bail Information Page.

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Inmate Visitation

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Estill County Detention Center? What is the Schedule?

Estill County Detention Center ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

103 Court Street
Irvine, KY 40336
606-464-2598

  • 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 606-464-2598 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 606-464-2598 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 Estill County Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 606-464-2598 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 Estill County Detention Center?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Estill County Detention Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 606-464-2598 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Estill County Detention Center?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Estill County Detention Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 606-464-2598 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Estill County Detention Center?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Estill County Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 606-464-2598 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

How do I Mail an Inmate in the Estill County Detention Center, and what can I send them?

Estill County Detention Center Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Estill County Detention Center 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 Estill County Detention Center 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:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Three Forks Regional jail
2221 Fairgrounds Ridge Rd
Beattyville, KY 41311



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Three Forks Regional jail
2221 Fairgrounds Ridge Rd
Beattyville, KY 41311



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 Estill County Detention Center 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 Estill County Detention Center 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:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Three Forks Regional jail
2221 Fairgrounds Ridge Rd
Beattyville, KY 41311

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Estill County Detention Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 606-464-2598 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Estill County Detention Center, and what can I purchase?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Estill County Detention Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 606-464-2598 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Estill County Detention Center using an Online Messaging Service?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Estill County Detention Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 606-464-2598 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Estill County Detention Center have Access to Tablets or Computers?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Estill County Detention Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 606-464-2598 for further assistance.

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Are there photos of the Estill County Detention Center? What does it look like?
Other Jails in Estill County

What are the other City and County Jails in Estill County?

Estill County County Jails
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Other Jails Nearby

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

Estill Jackson Lee Powell Clark Madison
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Search for an Inmate in Estill County

This facility, known as "Estill County Detention Center" is also known as Estill County Jail & Detention Center, Estill County Sheriff, Estill County Jail, Estill County Jail, Kentucky, Estill.