Wolfe County Jail

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Wolfe County Jail Information

Offenders in Wolfe County are brought to the Three Forks Regional Jail in Beattyville, Kentucky for processing and to be detained.

Offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies in this county are brought to the Three Forks Regional Jail for booking and processing, and if their crime requires it, are incarcerated until they either get bail or are released from custody on their own recognizance.

Those who are found guilty and sentenced to a term of less than one year, will do their time in that jail. Those sentenced to longer terms will be sent to either the Kentucky State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

This Three Forks Regional Jail page provides information on how to search for an inmate in the official jail roster, or by calling the facility at 606-464-2598, directions to the facility, and inmate services such as the visitation schedule and policies, funding an inmate's account, mailing them a letter, receiving phone calls from an inmate, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond instructions, and commissary purchases.

It's always a good idea to find out and save the inmate's jail ID number or booking number as you may need this for sending mail or other communication needs. If you can't locate it online, you can call the Three Forks Regional Jail at 606-464-2598 to get it.

Phone: 606-464-2598

Physical Address:
2221 Fairgrounds Ridge Road
Beattyville, KY 41311

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Three Forks Regional jail
2221 Fairgrounds Ridge Rd
Beattyville, KY 41311

Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Three Forks Regional jail
2221 Fairgrounds Ridge Rd
Beattyville, KY 41311

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How Do You Find Someone in the Wolfe County Jail?

To search for an inmate in the Wolfe 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 606-464-2598 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,

Wolfe County Jail Inmate Search

The Wolfe County Jail maintains an average of 0 offenders in custody on any given day. The Wolfe 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 Wolfe County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 3,681 offenders.

The following charts of Wolfe 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 Wolfe 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 Wolfe 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 Wolfe 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 Wolfe County Jail

There is no Wolfe County Jail.

Offenders in Wolfe County are brought to the Three Forks Regional Jail in Beattyville, Kentucky for processing and to be detained.

Offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies in this county are brought to the Three Forks Regional Jail for booking and processing, and if their crime requires it, are incarcerated until they either get bail or are released from custody on their own recognizance.

Those who are found guilty and sentenced to a term of less than one year, will do their time in that jail. Those sentenced to longer terms will be sent to either the Kentucky State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

This Three Forks Regional Jail page provides information on how to search for an inmate in the official jail roster, or by calling the facility at 606-464-2598, directions to the facility, and inmate services such as the visitation schedule and policies, funding an inmate's account, mailing them a letter, receiving phone calls from an inmate, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond instructions, and commissary purchases.

It's always a good idea to find out and save the inmate's jail ID number or booking number as you may need this for sending mail or other communication needs. If you can't locate it online, you can call the Three Forks Regional Jail at 606-464-2598 to get it.

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

How booking works at Wolfe County Jail

When someone is arrested, they are taken to Wolfe County Jail 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 Wolfe County Jail:

  • Verification of personal details.
  • Taking mugshots for identification purposes.
  • Health assessments and questions about criminal history.
  • Possible DNA collection if required.
  • Search of the individual.
  • Confiscation of personal property.
  • Providing a phone call.

The duration of booking can vary, taking between one and 48 hours. For more information on paying an arrestee’s bond, contact Wolfe County Jail at 606-464-2598.

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

Paying bail for someone in Wolfe County

After being arrested and booked into Wolfe County Jail in Beattyville, 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 606-464-2598 for the exact bail amount.

There are multiple ways to pay bail.

  • Cash, credit cards, or money orders are acceptable forms of payment.
  • Licensed bail bond agents in Wolfe County can facilitate the process.
  • Collateral in the form of property within the county can be used for bail.

To get more information on the bail process in Wolfe County, Kentucky, visit the Wolfe County Jail Bail FAQ.

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Inmate Visitation

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

Wolfe County Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

2221 Fairgrounds Ridge Road
Beattyville, KY 41311
606-464-2598

  • 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 606-464-2598 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 606-464-2598 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 Wolfe County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 606-464-2598 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 Wolfe County Jail?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Wolfe County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 606-464-2598 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Wolfe County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 606-464-2598 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Wolfe County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 606-464-2598 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

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

Wolfe County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Wolfe 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 Wolfe 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#
Three Forks Regional jail
2221 Fairgrounds Ridge Rd
Beattyville, KY 41311



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Three Forks Regional jail
2221 Fairgrounds Ridge Rd
Beattyville, KY 41311



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 Wolfe 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 Wolfe 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:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Three Forks Regional jail
2221 Fairgrounds Ridge Rd
Beattyville, KY 41311

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Wolfe County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 606-464-2598 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Wolfe 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 Wolfe County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 606-464-2598 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Wolfe 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 Wolfe County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 606-464-2598 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Wolfe 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 Wolfe County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 606-464-2598 for further assistance.

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Other Jails in Wolfe County

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

Wolfe County County Jails
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Other Jails Nearby

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

Wolfe Lee Breathitt Magoffin Powell Menifee Morgan
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Search for an Inmate in Wolfe County

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