McCreary County Jail

Search for an Inmate in McCreary County

McCreary County Jail Information

The McCreary County Jail is CLOSED. 

Phone: 606-878-9431

Physical Address:
Laurel County Detention Center
206 West 4th Street
London, KY 40741

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's first and last name
Laurel County Detention Center
206 West 4th Street
London, KY 40741

Other Jails and Prisons

How Do You Find Someone in the McCreary County Jail?

To search for an inmate in the McCreary 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 606-878-9431 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,

McCreary County Jail Inmate Search

The McCreary County Jail maintains an average of offenders in custody on any given day. The McCreary 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 McCreary County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 13,280 offenders.

The following charts of McCreary 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 McCreary 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 McCreary 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 McCreary 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 McCreary County Jail

The McCreary County Jail is CLOSED. 

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

The booking process explained for McCreary County Jail

Following an arrest, individuals are processed at McCreary 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 McCreary County Jail 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 606-878-9431.

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Directions / Map to the McCreary County Jail
Inmate Bail and Bonding

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

Once arrested, an individual may be brought to McCreary County Jail in London 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 606-878-9431 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 McCreary County can provide assistance.
  • County real estate may also be used as collateral for bail.

For more information about bail in McCreary County, Kentucky, see the McCreary County Jail Bail Guide.

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Inmate Visitation

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

McCreary County Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

Laurel County Detention Center
206 West 4th Street
London, KY 40741
606-878-9431

  • 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 606-878-9431 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 606-878-9431 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 McCreary County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 606-878-9431 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 McCreary County Jail?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about McCreary County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 606-878-9431 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about McCreary County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 606-878-9431 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about McCreary County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 606-878-9431 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

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

McCreary County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The McCreary 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 McCreary 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:
Laurel County Detention Center
206 West 4th Street
London, KY 40741



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Laurel County Detention Center
206 West 4th Street
London, KY 40741



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 McCreary 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 McCreary 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:
Laurel County Detention Center
206 West 4th Street
London, KY 40741

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about McCreary County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 606-878-9431 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the McCreary 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 McCreary County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 606-878-9431 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the McCreary 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 McCreary County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 606-878-9431 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the McCreary 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 McCreary County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 606-878-9431 for further assistance.

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Other Jails in McCreary County

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

McCreary County County Jails
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Other Jails Nearby

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

McCreary Whitley Laurel Pulaski Wayne Scott Campbell
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Search for an Inmate in McCreary County

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