The McCracken County Jail is a 471-bed jail located in Paducah, McCracken County, Kentucky. For inmate details, you can contact them 24/7 at 270-444-4730.
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 McCracken County Jail at 270-444-4730 for assistance.
Phone: 270-444-4730
Physical Address:
400 Clarence Gaines Street
Paducah, KY 42003
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
McCracken County Jail
P.O. Box 76550
Highland Heights, KY 41076
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
McCracken County Jail
400 Clarence Gaines St
Paducah, KY 42003
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the McCracken 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 270-444-4730 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,
McCracken County Jail Inmate Search
The McCracken County Jail maintains an average of 471 offenders in custody on any given day. The McCracken 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 McCracken County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 10,380 offenders.
The following charts of McCracken 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 McCracken 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 McCracken 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 McCracken 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 471-bed McCracken County Jail, which includes the 128-bed non-secure McCracken RCC, in McCracken County, provides a safe and secure location for the incarceration of both male and female inmates who are arrested in the county.
For questions regarding the presence or the bail of an inmate McCracken County Jail can be reached at 270-444-4730 or the information can be looked up online.
The low red brick building provides not only housing for the inmates but also provides for their care and needs, protects the community, and offers an environment and programs for personal growth and education in order for the best rehabilitation services and lower recidivism rates.
Programs include substance abuse classes or counseling, support groups, and other learning opportunities.
Within the daily schedule there is time for recreation each day along with regular, healthy meals, exercise, clean clothing, and opportunities for positive social interactions.
In addition to interacting with the inmates and the staff in the direct supervision facility, they are able to have access with their friends and family outside of the facility.
This is done through mail, phone calls, and visits. Inmates who are involved in the work release program will have access to phone calls and visits around their work schedules.
Mail, not magazines, can be sent to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
McCracken County Jail
P.O. Box 76550
Highland Heights, KY 41076
... and must have a full return address, where it will be checked for contraband, adult content, and other banned items before final delivery.
Phones are also available and can be accessed during daytime hours and are easily funded in the kiosk in the lobby or online.
The commissary may also be funded online to allow inmates to purchase the items they need from the commissary each week.
Visits are video based and can be conducted onsite with the kiosks or remotely and can easily be paid for and scheduled online or scheduled by calling 270-444-4730. Two visits are permitted each week for 20 minutes each visit, and they will occur Monday through Friday 9am-4:30pm or Saturday or Sunday 12pm-4pm.
Following an arrest, individuals are processed at McCracken County Jail. 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 McCracken County Jail include:
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 270-444-4730.
Once arrested, an individual may be brought to McCracken County Jail in Paducah 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 270-444-4730 to confirm the bail amount.
There are several ways to pay an individual’s bail.
For more information about bail in McCracken County, Kentucky, see the McCracken County Jail Bail Guide.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the McCracken County Jail? What is the Schedule?
400 Clarence Gaines Street
Paducah, KY 42003
270-444-4730
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 | 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
MONDAY | 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM |
TUESDAY | 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM |
WEDNESDAY | 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM |
THURSDAY | 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM |
FRIDAY | 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM |
SATURDAY | 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
REMOTE VIDEO VISITATION
DAY | TIMES |
SUNDAY | 6:00AM - 11:00PM |
MONDAY | 6:00AM - 11:00PM |
TUESDAY | 6:00AM - 11:00PM |
WEDNESDAY | 6:00AM - 11:00PM |
THURSDAY | 6:00AM - 11:00PM |
FRIDAY | 6:00AM - 11:00PM |
SATURDAY | 6:00AM - 11:00PM |
McCracken County Jail 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 McCracken County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 270-444-4730 for further assistance.
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400 Clarence Gaines Street
Paducah, KY 42003
270-444-4730
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 | 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
MONDAY | 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM |
TUESDAY | 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM |
WEDNESDAY | 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM |
THURSDAY | 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM |
FRIDAY | 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM |
SATURDAY | 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
REMOTE VIDEO VISITATION
DAY | TIMES |
SUNDAY | 6:00AM - 11:00PM |
MONDAY | 6:00AM - 11:00PM |
TUESDAY | 6:00AM - 11:00PM |
WEDNESDAY | 6:00AM - 11:00PM |
THURSDAY | 6:00AM - 11:00PM |
FRIDAY | 6:00AM - 11:00PM |
SATURDAY | 6:00AM - 11:00PM |
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about McCracken County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 270-444-4730 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the McCracken County Jail?
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 McCracken County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 270-444-4730 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the McCracken County Jail?
To receive phone calls from inmates in McCracken County, or to assist them in making phone calls to other people, follow these steps:
For all the information regarding phone calls with McCracken 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 McCracken County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 270-444-4730 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the McCracken County Jail, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The McCracken 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 McCracken 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:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
McCracken County Jail
P.O. Box 76550
Highland Heights, KY 41076
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
McCracken County Jail
400 Clarence Gaines St
Paducah, KY 42003
Newspapers
Local or national newspapers may also be mailed to the inmate as long as they are mailed directly from the newspaper 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 McCracken County Jail 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 below.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the McCracken County Jail standards will be disposed of. No more than three books may be shipped at any one time.
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#
McCracken County Jail
400 Clarence Gaines St
Paducah, KY 42003
Postcards
The McCracken 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.
Envelopes
The McCracken County Jail also allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates.
Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
McCracken County Jail
P.O. Box 76550
Highland Heights, KY 41076
Legal Mail
Send all legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
McCracken County Jail
400 Clarence Gaines St
Paducah, KY 42003
Newspapers
Local or national newspapers may also be mailed to the inmate as long as they are mailed directly from the newspaper 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 McCracken County Jail 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 below.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the McCracken County Jail standards will be disposed of. No more than three books may be shipped at any one time.
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#
McCracken County Jail
400 Clarence Gaines St
Paducah, KY 42003
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about McCracken County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 270-444-4730 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the McCracken County Jail, 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.
McCracken County Jail 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 McCracken County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 270-444-4730 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the McCracken County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
Chirping is the product name for inmate texting.
This product allows inmates to send chirps (texts) to friends and family members.
Here's how it works:
Cost of Chirping:
To send a secure email message to an inmate in McCracken County Jail follow these steps:
- Chirping is the product name for inmate texting.
- This product allows McCracken County inmates to send chirps (texts) to friends and family members.
- Inmates will be charged a monthly service fee of $4.00.
- Inbound and Outbound Chirps are $0.10 each.
Inmate Sales Apps
iphone app
Google Play app
For all information on how to Text/Email an Inmate in McCracken County Jail check out our Secure Messaging Guide for McCracken County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about McCracken County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 270-444-4730 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the McCracken County Jail 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 McCracken County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 270-444-4730 for further assistance.
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What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding McCracken County?
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