Lexington-Fayette County Detention Center

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Lexington-Fayette County Detention Center Information

The Lexington-Fayette County Detention Center is a 1266-bed jail located in Lexington, Fayette County, Kentucky. For inmate details, you can contact them 24/7 at 859-425-2700.

This facility processes offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies. They undergo booking and processing, and depending on their charges, may remain incarcerated until they are bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or held until their trial concludes.

Use the inmate search tool to see who is currently in custody.

Inmates serving less than one year will do their time at this jail, while those with longer sentences will be transferred to the Kentucky State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

This page provides information on the visitation schedule, funding an inmate's account, mailing them, receiving phone calls, voicemail, email and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond details, and commissary purchases.

It is useful to keep the inmate's jail ID or booking number for correspondence purposes. If it’s not available online, contact Lexington-Fayette County Detention Center at 859-425-2700 for assistance.

Phone: 859-425-2700

Physical Address:
600 Old Frankfort Pike
Lexington, KY 40510

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID Number
Lexington-Fayette County Detention Center
600 Old Frankfort Circle
Lexington, Ky. 40510

Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID Number
Lexington-Fayette County Detention Center
600 Old Frankfort Circle
Lexington, Ky. 40510

Other Jails and Prisons

How Do You Find Someone in the Lexington-Fayette County Detention Center?

To search for an inmate in the Lexington-Fayette 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 859-425-2700 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,

Lexington-Fayette County Detention Center Inmate Search

The Lexington-Fayette County Detention Center maintains an average of 1266 offenders in custody on any given day. The Lexington-Fayette 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 Fayette County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 26,600 offenders.

The following charts of Fayette 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 Fayette 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 Fayette 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 Fayette 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 Lexington-Fayette County Detention Center

To get information, including bond and current charges for an inmate in custody in the 1266-bed Lexington-Fayette County Detention Center, call 859-425-2700. To contact an inmate due to family related incidents, call the chaplain. Calls are accepted during normal business hours at the same number. After business hours ask for the shift commander. 

You can pay an inmate's bail 24/7 online. Bail bond information is found below or on this page. You can also contact an inmate by mailing them at the address above. All information about inmate mail policies and what is allowed can be found in the Mail section below or in more detail on our Inmate Mail page. All mail is subject to search for contraband. Refusal is at the discretion of the facility.

Video visitation and in-person visits require that you first register with Securus Technologies. The complete visitation schedule is found below and even more information is on our Inmate Visitation page.  The Lexington-Fayette County Detention Center staff are sticklers for visitors dressing properly when coming to the jail. Don't wear anything seductive, gang related, obscene or trashy. If you do, you won't be allowed to visit. Visitors and offenders who fail to follow Detention Center rules during visitation may lose visitation privileges. Visitors and guests must have a photo ID or other form of identification. Attorney(s) may conduct visitation privately in the attorney visitation room or in the unit multi-purpose room areas.

Money orders are no longer accepted for inmate accounts.  You have to deposit money either online or by telephone.  All the instructions on how to do this can be found below or on the Inmate Money page. You can also purchase hygeine and snacks for an inmate that can be sent to them directly from a company called Access Securepack that the jail contracts with.

Securus, the same company that handles the video visitation here, also has a phone service. They offer the following programs: Collect Calls – offenders may place collect call using the inmate telephone system. The called party is responsible for all billed charges. Debit Calls – offenders may place a debit call using money in their commissary account. The offender is responsible for all billed charges. Voice Mail – Create and activate a private mailbox ID number by contacting Correctional Billing Services at 800-844-6591. An account can be set up online by visiting https://securustech.net/. For more information about phone calls from inmates, check out our Inmate Phone page.

The Lexington-Fayette County Detention Center has recently been plagued with staffing issues, overcrowding, escapes and an inundation of drugs. A lot of people in Fayette County want the jail shut down and a new, modern style facility built in its place. Good luck to that... as there is no money, nor will to get it done.

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

The booking process explained for Lexington-Fayette County Detention Center

Following an arrest, individuals are processed at Lexington-Fayette County Detention Center. The booking process confirms identity, charges, and whether the individual will be released, granted bail, or held until court.

It is advisable to remain silent during booking, as anything said can be used against the individual later. Legal counsel should be consulted before any statements are made.

The booking steps at Lexington-Fayette County Detention Center include:

  • Identification verification.
  • Taking mugshots.
  • Answering questions about health, criminal history, and gang affiliations.
  • Possible DNA sample collection.
  • A full-body search.
  • Confiscating personal items for safekeeping.
  • Providing a phone call.

Depending on circumstances, the booking process can take one hour or up to 48 hours. To inquire about posting bond for an arrestee, contact the facility at 859-425-2700.

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Directions / Map to the Lexington-Fayette County Detention Center
Inmate Bail and Bonding

What are the bail options in Fayette County after an arrest?

Once arrested, an individual may be brought to Lexington-Fayette County Detention Center in Lexington for processing. The next steps vary:

1. The individual may be released without paying bail and ordered to appear on a set date.
2. The individual could be held in jail until their hearing.
3. Posting bail or bond allows them to be released. Call 859-425-2700 to confirm the bail amount.

There are several ways to pay an individual’s bail.

  • Cash, credit, and money orders are accepted payment methods.
  • Licensed bail bond agencies in Fayette County can provide assistance.
  • County real estate may also be used as collateral for bail.

For more information about bail in Fayette County, Kentucky, see the Lexington-Fayette County Detention Center Bail Guide.

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Inmate Visitation

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Lexington-Fayette County Detention Center? What is the Schedule?

Lexington-Fayette County Detention Center Inmate Visitation Schedule

600 Old Frankfort Pike
Lexington, KY 40510
859-425-2700

  • First, you must register online for visitation with Securus Visitation Service.
  • Each inmate gets one free visit per week. 
  • A visit can have two adults and one child, 11 years old or younger; 12 years old and above counts as one of the adults.
  • The visitor must be listed on the inmate’s visitor list.
  • Get there early! Visitation registration begins 30 minutes before start times.
  • Visitors and guests must have a valid government issued photo ID or if a child, other identification.
  • Dress professionally and non-seductively or you won't be allowed to visit. This is enforced.

Inmate Classification Codes
MX – Maximum Security
MI – Minimum Security
GP – General Population
AB – Alert Behavior


Video Visitation Schedule
Schedule-MI GP Programs - Visitation Schedule

Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday
6 – 9:30 p.m.

Sunday
9 – 10:30 a.m. and 1 – 3:30 p.m.

Holidays
9 – 10:30 a.m. and 1 – 3:30 p.m. during the week

Schedule: T/ WR/ SR/ KT/ CS
Monday – Thursday
9 – 10:30 a.m. and 1 – 3:30 p.m.

Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday
6 – 9:30 p.m.

Sunday 
9 – 10:30 a.m. and 1 – 3:30 p.m.



Schedule MI GP - Visitation Schedule

Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday
6 – 9:30 p.m.

Sunday
9 – 10:30 a.m. and 1 – 3:30 p.m.



Schedule MX GP - Visitation Schedule

Monday, Thursday and Sunday
6 – 9:30 p.m.

Saturday
9 – 10:30 a.m. and 1 – 3:30 p.m.

Schedule MX GP ARH/AB Level 1
Tuesday
9 – 10:30 a.m. and 1 – 3:30 p.m. 

Schedule MX-AB Level 2
Tuesday
6. – 8:30 p.m.

Saturday
6 – 9:30 p.m.

Schedule MX-AB Level 3
Tuesday and Saturday
6 – 9:30 p.m. 

Schedule PC-T
Tuesday and Thursday
6 – 9:30 p.m.

Saturday
9 – 10:25 a.m. and 1 – 3:30 p.m.

Schedule MI GP ARH/AB Level 1
Thursday
9 – 10:30 a.m. and 1 – 3:30 p.m.

Schedule MI-AB Level 2
Thursday
9 – 10:30 a.m.

Sunday
9 – 10:30 a.m. and 1 – 3:30 p.m.

Schedule MI-AB Level 3
Thursday
1 – 3:30 p.m.

Sunday
9 – 10:30 a.m. and 1 – 3:30 p.m.



IN-PERSON VISITATION SCHEDULE

Inmate Classification Codes
MX – Maximum Security
MI – Minimum Security
GP – General Population
AB – Alert Behavior

MONDAY:

  • MX-GP Classifications (6 – 9:25 p.m. final registration time)

TUESDAY:

  • MX-AB Level 1 (9 – 10:25 a.m. / 1 – 3:25 p.m. – final registration time)
  • MX-GP w/ARH designation (9 – 10:25 a.m. / 1 – 3:25 p.m. - final registration time)
  • MX-AB Level 2 (6 – 8:25 p.m. – final registration time)
  • MX-AB Level 3 (6 – 9:25 p.m. – final registration time) 
  • PC-T (6 – 9:25 p.m. - final registration time)

WEDNESDAY:

  • MI-GP Classifications (6 – 9:25 p.m. - final registration time)

THURSDAY:

  • MI-AB Level 1 (9 – 10:25 a.m. / 1 – 3:25 p.m. - final registration time)
  • MI-GP w/ARH designation (9 – 10:25 a.m. / 1 – 3:25 p.m. - final registration time)
  • MI-AB Level 2 (9 – 10:25 a.m. – final registration time)
  • MI-AB Level 3 (1 – 3:25 p.m. – final registration time) 

SATURDAY:

  • PC-T (9 – 10:25 a.m. / 1 – 3:25 p.m. - final registration time)
  • MI-GP Classifications (6 – 9:25 p.m. – final registration time)A-D /AA-FF
  • MX-GP (9 – 10:25 a.m./1 – 3:25p .m. - final registration time) E-H / GG-LL
  • MX-AB Level 2 (6 – 9:25 p.m. – final registration time) 
  • MX-AB Level 3 (6 – 9:25 p.m. – final registration time) 

SUNDAY:

  • MI-AB Level 2 (9 – 10:25 a.m. / 1 – 3:25 p.m. – final registration time) 
  • MI-AB Level 3 (9 – 10:25 a.m. / 1 – 3:25 p.m. – final registration time) 
  • MI-GP (9 – 10:25 a.m. / 1 – 3:25 p.m. – final registration time) E-H / GG-LL
  • MX-GP Classifications (6 – 9:25 p.m. – final registration time) A-D / AA-FF


Lexington-Fayette County Detention Center Inmate Remote Visitation Schedule

  • $7.00 FOR 20 MINUTE VISIT.
  • Attorneys can visit this way also... same price.
DAY TIMES
SUNDAY 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
MONDAY 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
TUESDAY 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
WEDNESDAY 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
THURSDAY 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
FRIDAY 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
SATURDAY 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Lexington-Fayette County Detention Center 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 Lexington-Fayette County Detention Center 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.
Lexington-Fayette County Detention Center 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 Lexington-Fayette County Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 859-425-2700 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 Lexington-Fayette County Detention Center?

Lexington-Fayette County Detention Center Inmate Remote Visitation Schedule

  • $7.00 FOR 20 MINUTE VISIT.
  • Attorneys can visit this way also... same price.
DAY TIMES
SUNDAY 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
MONDAY 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
TUESDAY 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
WEDNESDAY 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
THURSDAY 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
FRIDAY 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
SATURDAY 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lexington-Fayette County Detention Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 859-425-2700 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Lexington-Fayette County Detention Center?

There are multiple ways to add money to an inmate's account at Lexington-Fayette County Detention Center, using Access Corrections Secure Deposits

1. Online - Making a deposit using a verified Visa or Mastercard online, or using their Apple or Android App.
2. By phone - Dial 866.345.1884 to reach their 24/7 Access Corrections domestic call centers.
3. Jail Lobby Kiosk - Kiosks accept cash, credit cards, and debit cards.
4. Mail-in Lockbox - Friends or Family who do not have a credit or debit card can mail money orders to their secure lockbox to make deposits to an inmate’s account. Depositors use a customized form that captures all needed information. Upon receipt, they process and post the deposits to the inmate's trust fund in approximately 48 hours.

Money orders may be mailed to inmates at:
Access Corrections
P.O. Box 12486
St. Louis, MO 63132

Money orders must be made out to "Access Secure Deposits".
Include the state, city, inmate name and ID number on all money orders.

5. Walk-in Cash Deposits - Go to any Cash Pay Today location to deposit cash to your inmate's account.

Secure Deposits - Frequently Asked Questions
Secure Deposits - Video Tutorial on How it Works
Secure Deposits - Help Pages

Customer Service Contacts:
Phone: 866-345-1884
Emailcustomerservice@accesscorrections.com
Online Chat - Look for 'bubble' on bottom right of the page linked here.

How to Send Money to an Inmate in Fayette County

To send commissary money to an inmate in Lexington-Fayette County Detention Center follow these steps:

  • Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
  • Select Kentucky, then select Lexington-Fayette County Detention Center, and then the inmate you want to send money to.
  • Choose the amount of money you want to send, and input your payment method.

For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account check out our full money and commissary guide for Lexington-Fayette County Detention Center.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lexington-Fayette County Detention Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 859-425-2700 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Lexington-Fayette County Detention Center?

How an Inmate Makes a Phone Call to You or Others from Lexington-Fayette County Detention Center

To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Fayette 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 Fayette 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 Lexington-Fayette County Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 859-425-2700 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

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

Lexington-Fayette County Detention Center Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Lexington-Fayette 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 Lexington-Fayette 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 Number
Lexington-Fayette County Detention Center
600 Old Frankfort Circle
Lexington, Ky. 40510



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID Number
Lexington-Fayette County Detention Center
600 Old Frankfort Circle
Lexington, Ky. 40510



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 Lexington-Fayette 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 Lexington-Fayette 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 Number
Lexington-Fayette County Detention Center
600 Old Frankfort Circle
Lexington, Ky. 40510

Lexington-Fayette County Detention Center Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?

For inmates receiving mail in the Lexington-Fayette County Detention Center there are different addresses and policies depending on the inmate's status, as well as what type of mail they are receiving; personal mail, legal mail, subscriptions or books sent from a third-party such as Amazon.

All mail is to be shipped to the Lexington-Fayette County Detention Center:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID Number
Lexington-Fayette County Detention Center
600 Old Frankfort Circle
Lexington, Ky. 40510


For complete information on mail policies, what you can send an inmate and what address to send them, check out our Inmate Mail page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lexington-Fayette County Detention Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 859-425-2700 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

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

Lexington-Fayette County Detention Center contracts with Access Securepak (aka MyCarePak) for families to send pre-determined packages of commissary items to your inmate.

Access Securepak carries over 1,000 different items in the following categories:
- Food and Snacks
- Personal Hygiene Products
- Electronics
- Apparel

Registration Process:
1. Register here.
2. Select Kentucky.
3. Select Lexington-Fayette County Detention Center.
4. Find your Inmate.
5. Deposit Funds.
6. Order Commissary Items.
Once you are logged in, you will receive instructions on how much (and what products) you can send your inmate.
Contact Information:
* If you have any questions, you can call Access Securepak at 800-546-6283.
* You can email My Care Pack at customerservice@securepak.net.
* You can write them at:
    Access Securepak
    10880 Linpage Place
    St. Louis, MO 63132

* You can Live Chat with a Representative online: (bottom left corner of page)
   Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m.–11 p.m. CST, 
   and Saturdays, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. CST.

*Note* Access Securepak will issue a refund for or replace broken, damaged, or missing products reported by Lexington-Fayette County Detention Center staff. They will not honor reports of discrepancies from inmate's families or friends.
My CarePack is the Lexington-Fayette County Detention Center's outside vendor for Commissary Items. They have a very good mix of Chips, Snacks, Candy, Meat, Seafood, Hygiene products, Letter writing materials, Electronics and Apparel items for sale on their website.


*NOTE* -- Once you are fully registered and have selected the inmate you wish to send commissary to, you will receive instructions on how much you can deposit, how much (and what) you can purchase for your inmate, and how often you can send commissary.

How to Send Money to an Inmate in Fayette County

To send commissary money to an inmate in Lexington-Fayette County Detention Center follow these steps:

  • Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
  • Select Kentucky, then select Lexington-Fayette County Detention Center, and then the inmate you want to send money to.
  • Choose the amount of money you want to send, and input your payment method.

For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account check out our full money and commissary guide for Lexington-Fayette County Detention Center.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lexington-Fayette County Detention Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 859-425-2700 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

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

Lexington-Fayette County Detention Center 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 Lexington-Fayette County Detention Center

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

Lexington-Fayette County Detention Center uses Securus eMessaging for Inmate Email.

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

For all Fayette County information for sending secure messages to an inmate in Lexington-Fayette County Detention Center, 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 Lexington-Fayette County Detention Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 859-425-2700 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Lexington-Fayette County Detention Center have Access to Tablets or Computers?

Lexington-Fayette County Detention Center now offers Securus 'SecureView' Tablet Rentals to their inmates.


  
Securus is the same company that handles the inmate phone system, video visitations, email and texting and digital letters.

The tablets can be rented on a monthly basis and while not directly connected to the internet, the inmates can use them for the following activities:

  • Phone Calls - Inmates may make calls directly from their tablet allowing for more privacy. The rates are the same as the phones in the unit, and the calls are still recorded and monitored.
  • eMessaging - Communicate via a text based message or picture. Fee based system.
  • Job Search - Using JobView, a secure job search application, inmates have the ability to see what jobs are available when they are released.
  • Education - Free educational platform and course catalog that provides thousands of educational resources.
  • Self Help -Inmates have daily access to mental health and addiction recovery programming.
  • Music - Top-40, Hip-Hop, Country, Rock, Gospel, and more.
  • Law Library -  Legal research with up-to-date case information.
  • eBooks - Thousands of available titles.
  • Religion - Religious resources for spiritual guidance.
  • Games - Inmates can play their favorite games. Available through monthly subscriptions
  • Facility Services - Digital access to submitted forms, requests, facility documents, and notifications from staff.

Here's how it works:

  • Register here.  It is recommended you use Chrome or Firefox.
  • Pay for the subscription using Paypal.
  • You get charged the 1st of each month. 
  • You get charged a full month even if it's only used for a partial month.
  • No activation or early termination fees.
  • Your inmate will receive their tablet in 3-5 business days, after you pay.

Questions:

How to Rent a Tablet for an Inmate in Lexington-Fayette County Detention Center

To rent a tablet for an inmate in Fayette County follow these instructions:

  • Register here.  It is recommended you use Chrome or Firefox.
  • Pay for the subscription using Paypal.
  • You get charged the 1st of each month. 
  • You get charged a full month even if it's only used for a partial month.
  • No activation or early termination fees.
  • Your Fayette County inmate will recieve their tablet in 3-5 business days, after you pay.


If you have any questions:

For all Fayette County information on Tablet Rentals for your inmate, check out our Tablet Rental Page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lexington-Fayette County Detention Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 859-425-2700 for further assistance.

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