The Fulton County Detention Center is a 524-bed jail located in Hickman, Fulton County, Kentucky. For inmate information, you can call them 24/7 at 270-236-2405.
This facility processes offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies within the county. They are brought here for booking and processing. Depending on their charges, they may remain incarcerated until they are either bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or ordered to stay in custody until their trial is resolved.
You can use the inmate search tool to view the jail's roster and see who is currently in custody.
Inmates sentenced to less than one year will serve their time in this facility. Those with sentences longer than one year will be transferred to either the Kentucky State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
On this page, you'll find information on inmate services, including the visitation schedule, funding an inmate's account, sending mail, receiving phone calls, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond instructions, and commissary purchases.
It's useful to note and save the inmate's jail ID or booking number, which is often needed for sending mail or other communications. If you can't find it online, you can call Fulton County Detention Center at 270-236-2405 for assistance.
Phone: 270-236-2405
Physical Address:
2010 South 7th Street
Hickman, KY 42050
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Fulton County Detention Center
2010 South 7th Street
Hickman, KY 42050
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Fulton County Detention Center
2010 South 7th Street
Hickman, KY 42050
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Fulton 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 270-236-2405 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,
Fulton County Detention Center Inmate Search
The Fulton County Detention Center maintains an average of 524 offenders in custody on any given day. The Fulton 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 Fulton County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 10,480 offenders.
The following charts of Fulton 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 Fulton 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 Fulton 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 Fulton 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.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessThe 524-bed Fulton County Detention Center, which includes the non-secure 40-bed JRC and the 36-bed RCC, is responsible for the housing and care of those who are accused or convicted of committing a misdemeanor or felony in Fulton County as they wait for their trial or as they serve their sentence, usually less than one year.
It serves many law enforcement organizations including the Sheriff’s Department, local police, Immigration, and other surrounding counties as needed.
The Fulton County Detention Center is across the street from the Hickman Clinic and the Great River Pharmacy, at Windward Drive in Hickman, Kentucky.
If you have questions regarding an inmate or the programs and services provided, the staff can be reached at 270-236-2405, and an online listing of all the detainees is published for your own investigation.
Upon intake, the booking process is completed, which includes a medical screening, fingerprinting and mugshots, DNA sample, along with an assessment to determine security needs, medical needs, mental health requirements, and housing assignment.
Staff is available to transport all inmates to court dates and any medical appointments or emergency needs, as well as inspecting all mail for contraband, receiving commissary funds and other money for inmates, maintaining the safety of the community and the security of the facility, and other tasks.
The Fulton County Detention Center also provides several other services to inmates including basic needs in meals, laundry, and hygiene items, and programs including AA, counseling, religious programs, education, recreation, and opportunities to grow social and life skills.
Along with the efforts made by the staff, reduced recidivism is seen when inmates are able to stay in contact and supported by their family or friends who are not incarcerated so mail, phones, and visits are provided.
Visits are in person, and are via video and an account is created online to book and complete visits, allowing both visitors and inmates to schedule a visit.
Phone accounts are also registered online, and allow for inmates to make outgoing calls during the daytime and evening hours when they are not participating in a task or program.
Information for money for an inmate’s commissary can be found on our Inmate Money page.
All personal mail is sent to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Fulton County Detention Center
2010 South 7th Street
Hickman, KY 42050
Staff will open each piece and look for contraband, which is removed before it is given to the inmate.
Legal mail, money orders, books and newspaper and magazine subscriptions are mailed to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Fulton County Detention Center
2010 South 7th Street
Hickman, KY 42050
Once someone is arrested, they are taken to Fulton 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 Fulton County Detention Center typically includes the following steps:
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 270-236-2405.
After an individual is apprehended and taken to Fulton County Detention Center in Hickman 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 270-236-2405 for the exact bail amount.
There are different ways to settle an individual's bail or bond.
For more information on the bail process in Fulton County, Kentucky, visit the Fulton County Detention Center Bail Information Page.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the Fulton County Detention Center? What is the Schedule?
2010 South 7th Street
Hickman, KY 42050
270-236-2405
ON SITE VIDEO VISITATION - * NOTE: Each inmate is assigned one day a week for on-site visits. Check with them for their specific day, then book a time online with Inmate Sales.
DAY | TIMES |
SUNDAY | 7:30 am to 4:30 pm. |
MONDAY | 7:30 am to 4:30 pm. |
TUESDAY | 7:30 am to 4:30 pm. |
WEDNESDAY | 7:30 am to 4:30 pm. |
THURSDAY | 7:30 am to 4:30 pm. |
FRIDAY | 7:30 am to 4:30 pm. |
SATURDAY | 7:30 am to 4:30 pm. |
REMOTE VIDEO VISITATION
DAY | TIMES |
SUNDAY | 7:30AM - 11:00PM |
MONDAY | 7:30AM - 11:00PM |
TUESDAY | 7:30AM - 11:00PM |
WEDNESDAY | 7:30AM - 11:00PM |
THURSDAY | 7:30AM - 11:00PM |
FRIDAY | 7:30AM - 11:00PM |
SATURDAY | 7:30AM - 11:00PM |
Fulton County Detention Center uses the services of Inmate Sales, also known as Combined Public Communication (CPC) for visitation communication between inmates and their friends and family members.
In order to have a successful video visit, these are the steps to follow:
Call 877-998-5678 if you have any questions.
iphone app
Google Play app
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Fulton County Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 270-236-2405 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Fulton County Detention Center?
Fulton County Detention Center uses the services of Inmate Sales, also known as Combined Public Communication (CPC) for visitation communication between inmates and their friends and family members.
In order to have a successful video visit, these are the steps to follow:
Call 877-998-5678 if you have any questions.
iphone app
Google Play app
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Fulton County Detention Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 270-236-2405 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Fulton County Detention Center?
If you have specific questions that you want answered, check out their informative FAQ Page. or call them at 800-622-8166.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Fulton County Detention Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 270-236-2405 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Fulton County Detention Center?
To receive phone calls from inmates in Fulton County, or to assist them in making phone calls to other people, follow these steps:
For all the information regarding phone calls with Fulton County inmates; rules, policies, phone calling times, limits and more visit our Inmate Phone Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Fulton County Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 270-236-2405 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the Fulton County Detention Center, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Fulton 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 Fulton 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#
Fulton County Detention Center
2010 South 7th Street
Hickman, KY 42050
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Fulton County Detention Center
2010 South 7th Street
Hickman, KY 42050
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 Fulton County Detention Center allows books to be mailed directly to the jail from a reputable source such as Amazon, Barnes & 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 Fulton 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#
Fulton County Detention Center
2010 South 7th Street
Hickman, KY 42050
For inmates receiving mail in the Fulton 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 Fulton County Detention Center:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Fulton County Detention Center
2010 South 7th Street
Hickman, KY 42050
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 Fulton County Detention Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 270-236-2405 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Fulton County Detention Center, and what can I purchase?
Products available range from basic hygiene like shampoo and toothpaste, all the way to a $50 package of candy bars and other sweets. You can even order fresh food to be cooked and delivered.
Care A Cell requires payment with Visa, Mastercard, Discover, Paypal or Prepaid Debit Money Cards. All purchases are done online.
You can reach Care A Cell by email, by filling out their contact form online here, or by calling them at 800-622-8166.
If you have specific questions that you want answered, check out their informative FAQ Page.
Fulton County Detention Center uses Care A Cell Inmate Care Packages for family and friends of inmates to send commissary into an inmate.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Fulton County Detention Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 270-236-2405 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Fulton 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 Fulton County Detention Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 270-236-2405 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the Fulton County Detention Center have Access to Tablets or Computers?
Inmate Sales also handles inmate phone systems, video visitations, email and texting (they call it chirping) and digital letters.
The tablets can be rented on a monthly basis (or are given to the inmate use for a limited time) and while not directly connected to the internet, the inmates can use them for the following activities:
Here's how it works:
Questions:
Inmate Sales also handles inmate phone systems, video visitations, email and texting (they call it chirping) and digital letters.
The tablets can be rented on a monthly basis (or are given to the inmate use for a limited time) and while not directly connected to the internet, the inmates can use them for the following activities:
Here's how it works:
Questions:
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Fulton County Detention Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 270-236-2405 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessWhat are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Fulton County?
This facility, known as "Fulton County Detention Center" is also known as Fulton County Jailer & Sheriff's Office, Fulton County Jail & Detention Center , Fulton County Jail & Detention Center , Kentucky, Fulton.