Located in Georgetown, Scott County, Kentucky, the Scott County Detention Center is a 86-bed facility. You can call them anytime for inmate information at 502-863-7880.
This facility handles offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies, who are brought here for booking and processing. Depending on their charges, inmates may remain in custody until they are either bonded out, released on recognizance, or held until their trial is completed.
The inmate search tool can be used to view the jail's roster and find out who is in custody.
Offenders sentenced to less than one year will serve their time at this jail, while those with longer sentences will be transferred to either the Kentucky State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page provides information on a range of inmate services, including the visitation schedule, inmate account funding, sending mail, phone calls, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bonds, and commissary purchases.
It’s a good idea to keep the inmate’s jail ID or booking number for future communication needs. If it’s not available online, call Scott County Detention Center at 502-863-7880 for further assistance.
Phone: 502-863-7880
Physical Address:
130 N. Court Street
Georgetown, KY 40324
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Scott County Detention Center
130 N. Court Street
Georgetown, KY 40324
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Scott County Detention Center
130 N. Court Street
Georgetown, KY 40324
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Scott 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 502-863-7880 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,
Scott County Detention Center Inmate Search
The Scott County Detention Center maintains an average of 86 offenders in custody on any given day. The Scott 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 Scott County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 1,720 offenders.
The following charts of Scott 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 Scott 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 Scott 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 Scott 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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Standing proudly in red brick, the Scott County Detention Center is the responsibility of the Sheriff’s Department for Scott County. Inmates at this 86 bed location, built in 1991, have been charged with a felony or a misdemeanor and will be waiting for their trial or serving their sentence regardless of length.
Information about inmate location and bail is available by calling the facility at 502-863-7880 or the online lookup.
Allowing inmates to serve sentences within their own community allows them to remain in closer contact with their friends and family and they will receive more visits than those who are further away.
The Scott County Detention Center maintains a full staff and ensures access to full medical and mental health care through staff or contracts with providers within the community.
In addition to their basic needs, including three meals a day and clean laundry, recreation, and other care, there are additional programs to provide opportunities for growth through GED, therapy, church services, and more. An inmate work detail allows inmates who qualify to provide community service in the manner of litter pick up, landscaping, and other small tasks throughout the county.
A commissary permits inmates who have funds in their account to purchase hygiene items, snacks, and other items.
Mail can be sent to inmates provided it follows all the regulations and rules surrounding mail including no contraband, no Polaroid pictures, food, illicit images, or other items. Mail is sent to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Scott County Detention Center
130 N. Court Street
Georgetown, KY 40324
Inmates are able to make outgoing calls each day during their dayroom hours or free time. Visits must be scheduled by phone or through the facility itself at least the day before the visit, between 9:00am and 1:00pm, with visits being booked to occur on Wednesday and Saturday. Each visit is 30 minutes long, and inmates may have a visit on each of the approved visiting days.
When someone is arrested, they are taken to Scott County Detention Center for booking. This process includes identifying them, deciding on charges, and determining if they will be eligible for bail or held until court.
It's important to stay silent during this process, as any statements made may be used in court. Legal advice should be sought before speaking about the case.
The following steps make up the booking process at Scott County Detention Center:
The duration of booking can vary, taking between one and 48 hours. For more information on paying an arrestee’s bond, contact Scott County Detention Center at 502-863-7880.
After being arrested and booked into Scott County Detention Center in Georgetown, the arrestee's situation will proceed in one of three ways:
1. They may be released without bail and required to attend a court hearing.
2. They may be held in custody until their court date.
3. Bail can be posted for their release; call 502-863-7880 for the exact bail amount.
There are multiple ways to pay bail.
To get more information on the bail process in Scott County, Kentucky, visit the Scott County Detention Center Bail FAQ.
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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Scott County Detention Center? What is the Schedule?
130 N. Court Street
Georgetown, KY 40324
502-863-7880
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
| DAY | TIME |
| WEDNESDAY | 9:00 PM - 1:00 PM |
| SATURDAY | 9:00 PM - 1:00 PM |
Schedule Video Visits online with Securus
REMOTE VISITATION SCHEDULE
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | NO VISITS ON SITE |
| MONDAY | 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM |
| TUESDAY | 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM |
| WEDNESDAY | NO VISITS ON SITE |
| THURSDAY | 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM |
| FRIDAY | 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM |
| SATURDAY | NO VISITS ON SITE |
9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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 Scott 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.
Scott 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 Scott County Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 502-863-7880 for further assistance.
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Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Scott County Detention Center?
130 N. Court Street
Georgetown, KY 40324
502-863-7880
Schedule Video Visits online with Securus
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | NO VISITS ON SITE |
| MONDAY | 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM |
| TUESDAY | 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM |
| WEDNESDAY | NO VISITS ON SITE |
| THURSDAY | 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| FRIDAY | 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| SATURDAY | NO VISITS ON SITE |
Schedule Video Visits online with Securus
REMOTE VISITATION SCHEDULE
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | NO VISITS ON SITE |
| MONDAY | 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM |
| TUESDAY | 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM |
| WEDNESDAY | NO VISITS ON SITE |
| THURSDAY | 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM |
| FRIDAY | 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM |
| SATURDAY | NO VISITS ON SITE |
9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Scott County Detention Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 502-863-7880 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Scott County Detention Center?
You can deposit money four different ways:
correctpay.com Assistance:
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Frequently Asked Questions
To send commissary money to an inmate in Scott County Detention Center follow these steps:
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For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account, what the fees are, how long it takes to hit their account and more, check out our full money and commissary guide for Scott County Detention Center.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Scott County Detention Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 502-863-7880 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Scott County Detention Center?
To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Scott 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 Scott 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 Scott County Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 502-863-7880 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Scott County Detention Center, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Scott 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 Scott 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#
Scott County Detention Center
130 N. Court Street
Georgetown, KY 40324
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Scott County Detention Center
130 N. Court Street
Georgetown, KY 40324
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 Scott 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 Scott 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#
Scott County Detention Center
130 N. Court Street
Georgetown, KY 40324
For inmates receiving mail in the Scott 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 Scott County Detention Center:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Scott County Detention Center
130 N. Court Street
Georgetown, KY 40324
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 Scott County Detention Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 502-863-7880 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Scott County Detention Center, and what can I purchase?
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 Scott 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 Scott County Detention Center staff. They will not honor reports of discrepancies from inmate's families or friends.
My CarePack is the Scott 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.
To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Scott County Detention Center follow these steps:
For all information, tips and available items for shipping Commissary packages to an inmate in Scott County Detention Center check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Scott County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Scott County Detention Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 502-863-7880 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Scott 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 Scott County Detention Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 502-863-7880 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Scott 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 Scott County Detention Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 502-863-7880 for further assistance.
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What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Scott County?
This facility, known as "Scott County Detention Center" is also known as Scott County Sheriff | Georgetown Police, Scott County Jail & Detention Center, Scott County Jail & Detention Center, Kentucky, Scott.
