Clark County Detention Center
Clark County Detention Center
Physical Address
30 Wall StreetWinchester, KY 40391
Jail Phone Number
859-745-0270Clark County Inmate Search
Families looking for someone held on Wall Street can check the inmate roster of the Clark County Detention Center at 30 Wall Street, Winchester, KY 40391 (859-745-0270), which houses Clark County arrests. Whether the county makes mugshots public is answered further down. Add VINELink alerts and look up court dates on KYeCourts public access.
Read inmate search answers
Read inmate search answers1. What should I know about the Clark County Detention Center?
The Clark County Detention Center is at 30 Wall Street, Winchester, KY 40391, phone 859-745-0270, fax 859-745-0271. It holds people awaiting trial on Clark charges and people serving county sentences. Always use the person's full legal name when you call or write.
↑ Back to the question list2. How do I look up an inmate?
The roster shows who is in custody now and the charges. A brand-new booking can take time to show. VINELink confirms custody and can text you about release or transfer. For hearing dates on Clark cases, check KYeCourts public access.
↑ Back to the question list3. What are the visiting rules at the Wall Street jail?
Call 859-745-0270 first for visiting days and hours. Its rules bar cell phones, keys, food, drinks and large bags. Visitors must dress properly, anything brought in may be searched, and staff can turn away clothing they find improper. Clergy may visit with ID, avoiding meal times and after 9 p.m. Lawyers call 859-745-0270 for an in-person or Zoom visit. More in our visitation guide.
↑ Back to the question list4. Where is bond paid for someone held on Wall Street?
Bonds are paid to the clerk at the Governor James Clark Judicial Center, 17 Cleveland Avenue, P.O. Box 687, Winchester, KY 40392 (859-737-7264). Many people are released on recognizance after the pretrial screen, so check with the jail before paying. Read our bail guide for bond types and refunds.
↑ Back to the question list5. How do I add money to an inmate's account?
Ask at 859-745-0270 which deposit methods the jail uses now and any limits or fees. Have the inmate's full legal name and date of birth ready, and keep any receipt in case a deposit does not post. Our money guide and commissary guide explain the usual choices at Kentucky jails.
↑ Back to the question list6. How do phone calls work for local inmates?
Ask the jail at 859-745-0270 how to set up a phone account. Inmates call out, and calls are normally recorded, so avoid talking about the charges. Our phone guide and messaging guide cover common options for calls and electronic messages.
↑ Back to the question list7. How do I send mail to an inmate?
Put the inmate's full legal name on each letter and mail it to 30 Wall Street, Winchester, KY 40391. Call 859-745-0270 about current mail rules before mailing anything other than a plain letter, such as photos or books, since rules change. A return address belongs on every envelope. See our mail guide.
↑ Back to the question list8. How does an inmate get a lawyer?
A person who cannot afford one asks the judge at arraignment, and if they qualify, the Richmond Trial Office (116 N. Second Street, P.O. Box 766, Richmond, KY 40475; 833-895-0580) is appointed. Relatives who give the office a case number can be told which attorney has the file. More in our court guide.
↑ Back to the question list9. Is it possible a Winchester inmate has an open warrant elsewhere?
Yes, and being so close to Lexington makes a Fayette case common. The sheriff's office will look for a local warrant at 859-744-4390. For everything else, the courts' free guest records search runs statewide and shows open cases in Madison, Montgomery or any other county.
After release, a remaining local warrant is generally resolved by turning in at the Clark County Detention Center, ideally with an attorney ready to request bond. The circuit clerk at 17 Cleveland Ave., Winchester, KY 40392, takes questions about missed dates at 859-737-7264.
↑ Back to the question list10. What happens to a youth after arrest?
Minors are housed apart from adults. A detained youth in Kentucky must get a hearing within 48 hours, not counting weekends and holidays (KRS 610.265). The Department of Juvenile Justice decides where youths go (502-573-2738) and contacts a parent.
↑ Back to the question list11. Can I get a mugshot?
Yes. Submit an Open Records Act request to Wall Street asking for the mugshot. In Winchester, news media can go through the sheriff for these images. An image captured by ICE calls for an ICE records request form. The U.S. Marshals do not hand out federal booking photos except for fugitives they are looking for.
↑ Back to the question list12. Does the Clark jail hold federal prisoners?
Yes, whenever the U.S. Marshals choose Wall Street for a detainee. Federal defendants first appear at the U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Kentucky, 101 Barr Street, Lexington, KY 40507, 859-233-2503, and a detention hearing decides whether they are held. Search the federal prison locator for sentenced federal prisoners. Winchester families may contact Lexington's U.S. Marshals at 859-436-6750.
↑ Back to the question list13. How do ICE holds work at the Clark jail?
The Winchester jail (859-745-0270) is the place to confirm a detainer; ICE's statewide Louisville office answers at 502-625-6202.
Wall Street booking staff (859-745-0270) can confirm whether immigration has lodged paperwork, and ICE's Louisville number is 502-625-6202.
- ICE sends Form I-247A to the jail.
- Once the Clark case allows release, ICE may ask Wall Street staff to keep a Winchester prisoner up to 48 hours after they would otherwise be released.
- ICE must pick up the person in time, or the jail lets them go.
- Find them with the ICE finder.
14. Does the Winchester jail hold federal prisoners too?
Some. Of 236 people listed there on Oct. 22, 2026, the corrections weekly report counted 31 as federal, in a jail with 156 beds; 859-745-0270 is the line to call.
↑ Back to the question list15. What happens on release?
After bond posts or a judge orders release, processing takes some time. The person gets back stored property and account money, minus fees. Plan a ride to Wall Street and call 859-745-0270 to ask about timing.
↑ Back to the question list16. How do I find an inmate in state prison?
For state sentences, the Department of Corrections picks the prison or county jail. Check the KOOL lookup by name for the location, and see our prisons in Kentucky for addresses and phone numbers. New transfers can take time to appear.
↑ Back to the question list17. Where would someone arrested near Winchester but outside Clark be held?
The counties around Winchester book elsewhere. Lexington arrests go to the Lexington-Fayette County Detention Center, 859-425-2700. Madison has the Madison County Detention Center in Richmond, 859-624-4710, and Montgomery the Montgomery County Regional Jail in Mt. Sterling, 859-498-8747. Bourbon uses the Bourbon County Regional Detention Center in Paris, 859-987-2137, and Powell the Powell County Detention Center in Stanton, 606-663-6400. Estill arrests are taken to the Three Forks Regional Jail in Beattyville, 606-464-2598.
↑ Back to the question list18. Which police agencies serve Clark County?
Clark County arrests may come from any of these agencies.
- The Winchester Police Department is at 16 S. Maple Street, Winchester, KY 40391 and takes calls at 859-745-7400.
- The Clark County Sheriff's Office picks up at 859-744-4390.
- Kentucky State Police Post 7, 699 Eastern Bypass, Richmond, KY 40475, 859-623-2404
In an emergency, call 911.
↑ Back to the question listClark County Bail and Pretrial Release
In Winchester, bail is paid at the circuit clerk's counter in the Governor James Clark Judicial Center, 17 Cleveland Avenue, P.O. Box 687, Winchester, KY 40392, while the person waiting on bond and release sits at the Clark County Detention Center, 30 Wall Street, Winchester, KY 40391 (859-745-0270). The circuit clerk's line is 859-737-7264; District Court is 859-737-7141.
1. What is the first step after a Winchester arrest?
Call the jail on Wall Street at 859-745-0270 with the person's full name. Find out the charges, how much the bond is, what kind it is, and the case number. If the bond is low or the person was rated low risk, they may be released before you even reach the clerk, so ask about that as well.
↑ Back to the question list2. How do I pay a bond?
Pay the circuit clerk in the Governor James Clark Judicial Center, 17 Cleveland Avenue, P.O. Box 687, Winchester, KY 40392: circuit 859-737-7264, district 859-737-7141. According to the state court page, the office takes cash and money orders, plus personal checks if the writer lives in the county; any other check needs approval. ePay is also offered. Ask which of those the clerk will take for a bond before you go.
↑ Back to the question list3. Are there bail bondsmen in Winchester?
No. In Winchester bond is paid to the circuit clerk (859-737-7264) or at the Wall Street detention center (859-745-0270), because Kentucky makes it illegal to post bail for profit (KRS 431.510). If the defendant goes to every hearing, the court returns most of the deposit at the end of the case.
↑ Back to the question list4. How is pretrial release decided?
After booking on Wall Street in Winchester (859-745-0270), a pretrial officer interviews each new arrestee, checks the record and court history, and gives the judge a risk rating (KRS 431.515). The law steers judges toward releasing low-risk people with no money required (KRS 431.066). Others may be released under supervision or given a cash bond.
↑ Back to the question list5. What types of bond are used?
Winchester judges may grant own recognizance, which is release based on a promise, or set an unsecured amount that comes due if a court date slips by. Some defendants are allowed a 10 percent deposit (KRS 431.530), and others must post full cash. Property with equity of twice the bail can serve as security too (KRS 431.535).
A family member may become a surety without paying, if the judge agrees (KRS 431.520).
↑ Back to the question list6. What limits apply to bail amounts?
The Winchester district clerk (859-737-7141) has the amount once a judge sets it, and by law it has to fit the person's means (KRS 431.525). People charged only with a violation are rarely held (KRS 431.062). If a misdemeanor caused no injury, the highest fine plus costs caps the bail. Many Class D felonies use a state schedule (KRS 431.540), and domestic cases focus on the victim's safety (KRS 431.064). On many charges, each day in jail is credited as $100.
↑ Back to the question list7. When is a bond refunded?
Perfect attendance means the deposit is repaid when the case wraps up, less a 10 percent fee of $5 or more. Dropped charges or a not-guilty verdict mean a full return. The clerk can apply the money to fines or costs first. Call 859-737-7264 to ask when the refund will be ready.
↑ Back to the question list8. What release conditions are common in Winchester?
Clark judges may order no contact with the victim, no alcohol, drug screens, home monitoring or regular check-ins. A no-show at court triggers a warrant, and the deposit can be kept 20 days after notice (KRS 431.545). When a rule is unworkable, counsel can file a motion to modify it.
↑ Back to the question list9. Who prosecutes and defends Clark County cases?
Clark shares the 25th Judicial Circuit with Madison. Clark's county attorney is at 17 Cleveland Avenue, P.O. Box 626, Winchester, KY 40392 (859-745-0220), and the Commonwealth's Attorney is at 101 North First Street, P.O. Box 717, Richmond, KY 40475 (859-624-4728). If you cannot afford a lawyer, the Richmond Trial Office (116 N. Second Street, P.O. Box 766, Richmond, KY 40475; 833-895-0580) may represent you and ask the judge to reconsider the bond.
↑ Back to the question list10. Does a Clark bond cover federal charges or an immigration detainer?
No. State bond has no effect on a federal case, which is filed at the U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Kentucky, 101 Barr Street, Lexington, KY 40507, 859-233-2503. ICE detainers can hold a person as long as 48 hours past release. Ask the jail at 859-745-0270 about holds first, and check the ICE finder and federal prison locator.
↑ Back to the question listClark County Detention Center on-site Inmate Visitation Schedule
30 Wall Street
Winchester, KY 40391
859-745-0270
- First, you must register with Inmate Sales, and then schedule a visit.
- Each inmate is allowed an unlimited amount of visits per day. Remote visitation is $0.20 per minute.
- Proper attire is required. No low-cut blouses, tank tops, short skirts or dresses, tight shorts, hats or any other form of provocative dress will be allowed. Shirt and shoes must be worn.
- All visitors must provide proper state or government issued photo identification (i.e. driver’s license, foreign id or passports) for inmate visitation.
- On Site video visitation is available at no cost.
- A video visit lasts 20 minutes.
- Visitors may only use this system on the inmates assigned visitation day, whenever the inmates have free time.
- All rules set forth for non-contact visitation shall be adhered to when using the video visitation system.
- Any lewd, profane or inappropriate behavior shall result in loss of video visitation privileges for the visitor and/or inmate.
- Each inmate is permitted a maximum of three on site visitors per session.
- Visitation sign-up is limited and on a first-come first serve basis.
- Visitors are encouraged to go online and reserve a visitation time. Purchased visitation minutes are not transferable.
- An adult must accompany all visitors who are under 17 years of age. Children must be monitored at all times.
- Visitors are not allowed to bring any personal belongings with them into the visitation area other than their picture ID and/or a set of keys unless otherwise allowed by the jail.
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 | 9:00AM - 6:00PM |
| MONDAY | 9:00AM - 6:00PM |
| TUESDAY | 9:00AM - 6:00PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 9:00AM - 6:00PM |
| THURSDAY | 9:00AM - 6:00PM |
| FRIDAY | 9:00AM - 6:00PM |
| SATURDAY | 9:00AM - 6:00PM |
Clark County Detention Center Remote Inmate Video Visitation
- First, you must register with Inmate Sales, and then schedule a visit.
- Each inmate is allowed an unlimited amount of visits per day. Remote visitation is $0.20 per minute.
- Remote Visits are $0.20 per minute.
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 |
Inmate Sales Video Visitation provides a secure online platform that enables families and loved ones to conduct scheduled face-to-face video visits with incarcerated individuals from home. Using an internet-connected smartphone, tablet, or personal computer equipped with a webcam, visitors connect directly through housing-unit video stations or tablets without traveling to the facility.
Important: Advance Registration and Visitor Clearance Required
Detention centers do not permit unscheduled or unverified video sessions. Correctional facilities require prospective visitors to submit government-issued photo identification and receive administrative clearance before booking an appointment, an approval process that can take up to 48 hours depending on facility staffing. You should verify your visitor approval status with the facility prior to scheduling. If you do not register well in advance, you will miss your loved one's scheduled visiting window for the week.
Step-by-Step Instructions to Register and Schedule a Video Visit
- Visit www.inmatesales.com or launch the Inmate Sales mobile app.
- Register your visitor profile and upload a clear photograph of your government-issued ID for background review.
- Wait for email notification confirming facility visitor approval.
- Select Schedule Video Visit, choose the detention facility, and select the inmate.
- Browse the available schedule calendar, select an open time slot, and pay the visitation fee using a credit or debit card.
- Log into the website or mobile app 10 minutes prior to the start time on a device with a functioning camera, microphone, and stable high-speed internet connection.
What the Inmate Needs to Do
The inmate receives a visitation notification on their housing unit video kiosk or tablet. At the appointed time, they log in with their PIN and sit before the terminal. Inmates and visitors must strictly observe jail dress and conduct rules; sessions are monitored by staff and will terminate immediately upon any violation.
Official Provider: Inmate Sales Official Website
Customer Service Telephone: 1-877-998-5678 or 1-702-829-3001
Support Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM EST; Saturday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM EST
Supported Languages: English and Spanish
Other Services Provided by Inmate Sales (CPC)
In addition to Remote Video Visitation, Inmate Sales provides calling, messaging, and commissary options:
- Prepaid Phone Calling Accounts: Prepay for phone calling credits so your loved one can call your telephone directly.
• Learn more on our website: Prepaid Calling Accounts Guide | • Visit official vendor page: Inmate Sales Calling - Two-Way Texting & Messaging: Send digital text messages and photos directly to an inmate's device.
• Learn more on our website: Digital Messaging Guide | • Visit official vendor page: Inmate Sales Messaging - Inmate Tablets & Digital Media: Discover educational programs, phone access, and entertainment offered on facility tablets.
• Learn more on our website: Tablet Programs Guide | • Visit official vendor page: Inmate Sales Tablets - Commissary & Care Packages: Order pre-approved snack boxes, food packages, and clothing directly to the jail.
• Learn more on our website: Commissary Orders Guide | • Visit official vendor page: Inmate Sales Commissary
Clark County Criminal Court Process
Clark District Court and Clark Circuit Court sit at the Governor James Clark Judicial Center, 17 Cleveland Avenue, P.O. Box 687, Winchester, KY 40392, hearing all criminal cases from the county as part of the 25th Judicial Circuit shared with Madison. Defendants held before trial stay at the Clark County Detention Center on Wall Street, and federal cases go to Lexington.
1. Which Clark County court handles a case?
Clark District Court hears misdemeanors, traffic and juvenile cases, and the first stages of felonies. A felony goes up to Clark Circuit Court once a grand jury indicts, which needs 9 of 12 votes. Circuit Court then holds felony trials, takes pleas and hands down sentences.
↑ Back to the question list2. Where can I check a Winchester hearing time?
Search KYeCourts public access, or call circuit at 859-737-7264 or district at 859-737-7141. Dates change, so check again the day before. Allow time for parking and the security line on Cleveland Avenue. Missing a hearing can lead to a warrant.
↑ Back to the question list3. Who handles warrants in Winchester?
The county sheriff's office keeps local warrants, and a deputy at 859-744-4390 can say whether one is active. Families in Winchester and nearby Ford can also read court cases free in Kentucky's statewide record on the KYeCourts guest login; choosing the county and checking the active-only box gives a short list of cases that still need attention.
If someone missed a hearing in Winchester, find the case number and check whether the notice names District Court or Circuit Court. The Clark County clerk’s office lists 859-737-7141 for District Court and 859-737-7264 for Circuit Court. Ask which hearing or order appears on the docket. If a warrant may be active, ask the defense lawyer about the next step before going in person.
↑ Back to the question list4. Where do I pay local fines and costs?
Fines are paid at the circuit clerk's office in the Governor James Clark Judicial Center, 17 Cleveland Avenue, P.O. Box 687, Winchester, KY 40392. Cash, money orders, in-county personal checks and online ePay are all accepted. If money is tight, ask the judge for extra time before the deadline. For bond, see our bail page.
↑ Back to the question list5. How does a Clark County case unfold after an arrest?
The jail on Wall Street books the arrested person first. A pretrial officer interviews them, and a judge issues a release ruling (bail guide). District Court then holds the arraignment on Cleveland Avenue. Anyone charged with a felony is owed a preliminary hearing within 10 days in custody or 20 days out. The grand jury comes next, and an indictment transfers the case to Circuit Court.
↑ Back to the question list6. Who makes arrests in Clark County?
Arrests are made by Winchester police, sheriff's deputies (859-744-4390) and troopers from Post 7 in Richmond. All of them book arrestees at the county jail on Wall Street. The address and phone for each agency are listed in the final answer of our inmate guide.
↑ Back to the question list7. Who are the Clark County prosecutors?
The Clark County Attorney, at 17 Cleveland Avenue, P.O. Box 626, Winchester, KY 40392, 859-745-0220, handles misdemeanors, juvenile cases and the early stage of felonies. After indictment, the 25th Circuit Commonwealth's Attorney, at 101 North First Street, P.O. Box 717, Richmond, KY 40475, 859-624-4728, takes over felony prosecution in both Clark and Madison.
↑ Back to the question list8. What penalties does Kentucky set?
Sentences in Winchester cases follow the state's felony and misdemeanor classes; the circuit clerk (859-737-7264) looks up which class a Clark charge carries, and the caps are below.
Clark judges at the Cleveland Avenue judicial center (859-737-7264) work within these state limits. Up to 12 months and a $500 fine may follow a Class A misdemeanor conviction, and up to 90 days and $250 a Class B (KRS 532.090). A violation means no jail and a fine of up to $250, which judges may excuse for poor defendants (KRS 534.040). Felonies carry 1 to 5 years for Class D, 5 to 10 for C, 10 to 20 for B, and 20 to 50 or life for A (KRS 532.060).
↑ Back to the question list9. How can I get local court records?
Use the records request help page or ask the clerk on Cleveland Avenue for public copies. Juvenile and sealed files are not open. The sheriff at 859-744-4390 or a lawyer can find out whether a warrant is active.
↑ Back to the question list10. How is a public defender assigned in Winchester?
Ask at the first court appearance. Expect questions about pay and household size, on a sworn form. Eligible defendants are assigned the Richmond Trial Office (116 N. Second Street, P.O. Box 766, Richmond, KY 40475; 833-895-0580). That office is in Richmond and serves both counties of the circuit.
↑ Back to the question list11. Where are local defendants held?
At the Clark County Detention Center, 30 Wall Street, Winchester, KY 40391, phone 859-745-0270, unless released. Our guides explain calls, mail, visits, messages, deposits and commissary for people held there.
↑ Back to the question list12. How do Clark federal cases move?
Federal prosecutors file Clark County cases at the U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Kentucky, 101 Barr Street, Lexington, KY 40507, 859-233-2503. After the first appearance, a magistrate holds a detention hearing. The U.S. Marshals hold anyone kept in custody, sometimes in a county jail. The federal prison locator shows sentenced federal prisoners.
↑ Back to the question list13. What do non-citizens charged in Clark County need to know?
Staff at the Winchester detention center (859-745-0270) can confirm an ICE detainer, and ICE's Louisville office answers at 502-625-6202. Detainers are separate from local charges; under 8 CFR 287.7(d), ICE asks Winchester to hold a Clark inmate up to 48 hours after they would otherwise be released. Any plea may threaten a green card or visa, or lead to deportation. Non-citizens should get advice from an immigration lawyer before taking any plea. Use the ICE finder to find a detainee.
↑ Back to the question list14. What support do crime victims have here?
Victims can ask the county or Commonwealth's attorney about hearings and protective orders. Sign up with VINELink to hear about any release or transfer. Restitution can be requested through the prosecutor.
↑ Back to the question list15. Where are state sentences served?
The Wall Street detention center (859-745-0270) can confirm whether a sentenced person has been moved. A prison term transfers custody to Corrections (KRS 532.100), which chooses where each state inmate serves, whether a prison or a county jail that houses state inmates. Search the KOOL lookup by name, and use our prisons in Kentucky for addresses and phone numbers.
↑ Back to the question list
CorrectPay Commissary Ordering allows families to send pre-approved snack gift packs, supplemental meat and seafood items, hygiene essentials, footwear, and thermal clothing directly to an incarcerated loved one. Each package is tailored to match institutional security rules, ensuring items are delivered safely to housing pods.
Important: Package Cutoff Deadlines and Restrictions Vary
Detention centers enforce specific schedules for care package delivery. Some facilities allow orders to be placed weekly, while others restrict deliveries to bi-weekly or monthly windows, and spending caps vary widely by facility. You should verify your loved one's housing eligibility and active order cutoff dates with the facility. If an order is submitted after the weekly processing deadline, it will be delayed until the subsequent cycle, leaving your loved one waiting for fresh supplies.
Step-by-Step Instructions to Place a Commissary Package Order
- Obtain the inmate's legal first and last name, date of birth, and official facility booking ID number.
- Go to www.correctpay.com or launch the CorrectPay app.
- Select Commissary / Store and choose the state and county facility.
- Search for the inmate to load the jail's approved catalog of food, hygiene items, and stationery.
- Select allowed items and add them to your cart up to the facility's maximum dollar or weight quota.
- Proceed to checkout, enter your debit or credit card billing details, and submit payment.
- Save your digital receipt and shipment confirmation number for your tracking records.
What the Inmate Needs to Do
The inmate does not need an active online account to receive commissary items. The package is packed and shipped directly to the jail commissary department. Facility staff inspect the box and deliver it to the inmate during their scheduled housing unit distribution day, where the inmate signs the receipt roster.
Official Provider: CorrectPay Official Website
Customer Service Telephone: 1-855-836-3364
Support Hours: Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM CST; Saturday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM CST
Supported Languages: English and Spanish
Other Services Provided by CorrectPay (VendEngine)
In addition to Commissary Orders, CorrectPay provides several other communication, financial, and visitation services at participating correctional facilities:
- Inmate Trust Money Deposits: Send money directly into an inmate's personal trust account for canteen and phone usage.
• Learn more on our website: Inmate Trust Deposits Guide | • Visit official vendor page: CorrectPay Trust Deposits - Cash Bail & Bonding Services: Pay cash bail and court appearance bonds online 24/7.
• Learn more on our website: Cash Bail & Bonding Guide | • Visit official vendor page: CorrectPay Bail Services - Digital Mail & Email Messaging: Send electronic messages and photos directly to their kiosk or tablet.
• Learn more on our website: Digital Messaging Guide | • Visit official vendor page: CorrectPay Messaging - Inmate Phone Time: Prepay for telephone calling minutes so your loved one can call your mobile phone.
• Learn more on our website: Inmate Phone Time Guide | • Visit official vendor page: CorrectPay Phone Time - Remote Video Visits: Meet face-to-face over secure live video from home.
• Learn more on our website: Video Visitation Guide | • Visit official vendor page: CorrectPay Video Visits
Buy Commissary for an Inmate in the Clark County Detention Center
Clark County Detention Center Inmate Commissary - Sending Money or Purchasing Commissary for an Inmate
Clark County Detention Center allows inmates to purchase commissary. This can be snacks, hygiene products, stamps, stationary, clothing and even electronics.
You can buy commissary for an inmate using an online service called CorrectPay.
.JPG)
There is a monthly limit of $200-300 on how much inmates can spend on commissary items.
This amount is subject to change so call the facility at 859-745-0270 in order to confirm the amount that cannot be exceeded.
Inmates have access to both an in-house commissary store, and commissary packages that can be purchased and shipped to the inmate by friends and family.
Scroll down for information on the Clark County Detention Center's service they use for you being able to purchase commissary items online and have them shipped directly to the inmate.
You can also go to our Inmate Money page for information on how to send money to an inmate.
Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Clark County Detention Center
The Easiest Way of Depositing Money for an Inmate
There are several methods for depositing money on an inmate's account. You can find out how to do this by calling the Clark County Detention Center at 859-745-0270 and asking, or you can scroll down and review the different methods.
1. Mail an inmate a money order or cashier’s check from a trusted source such as the Post Office, a local bank, or Western Union. The money order should be be made out to either the inmate or the Clark County Sheriff's Office, with the inmate’s name and ID# on the memo line of the check.
When mailing a money order or cashier’s check, send it an envelope by itself. Never send it with a letter or photos for your inmate, unless the facility allows it. Never send personal checks or cash.
2. Deposit cash or use a debit or credit card using a dedicated kiosk for this purpose. The machine is located in the lobby or visitation area of the Clark County Detention Center.
3. The Clark County Detention Center has a reception desk that may accept cash, money orders or cashier checks. Call 859-745-0270 to find out the specific hours for drop off times.
4. The Clark County Detention Center may contract with a third party service which accept inmate deposits online, by mail or over the phone, or even in ATM machines you can find in check cashing stores and retail outlets across the country. Call 859-745-0270 for the company information, along with a list of these companies, or find it by scolling down below.
Send an Inmate Mail in the Clark County Detention Center
Families write to people at the Clark County Detention Center on Wall Street in Winchester using one address for everything: letters, postcards, legal mail and publications. Staff open and inspect each piece for contraband and anything obscene, and they may read what you write. Don't put anything about the case in a letter that you would not want read aloud in court.
All mail, legal papers and publications included:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Clark County Detention Center
30 Wall Street
Winchester, KY 40391
- On the envelope: Put the inmate's full name and their inmate ID number, plus the housing unit if you know it. Look the person up on the jail roster first.
- Sender: Your name and mailing address need to appear at the top left of the envelope, because mail sent without them is usually destroyed.
- Writing: Only blue or black ink. No markers, crayons or colored pens.
- No extras: Skip drawings, lipstick, perfume, glitter and confetti, and draw nothing on the outside.
- Greeting cards: Keep them plain, since cards that play music are turned away.
- Reading material: Books, newspapers and magazines must be brand new and come straight from the publisher.
- Stamps: Not allowed in the mail. The inmate buys stamps through the commissary, and inmates with no funds get two or three stamps a week.
- Packages: Only through the jail's commissary vendor, never boxed up from home.
- Contraband: Anything not clearly allowed counts as contraband. Drugs or weapons are handed to the sheriff or prosecutor, and the sender can be charged.
- Who can't write: Co-defendants, other inmates and anyone covered by a no-contact order can't trade letters with the inmate.
Mail is handed out on weekdays, with no limit on the number of letters. To add money to an account, use the online deposit option.
Inmate Sales (Combined Public Communications - CPC) provides telecommunications services that allow incarcerated individuals to place outbound voice calls from dayroom telephones or handheld tablets to family and friends. Because correctional facilities do not permit incoming calls, funding an Inmate Sales prepaid account links calling credits directly to your phone number so calls connect without carrier restrictions.
Important: Mobile Phones Automatically Block Inmate Collect Calls
Cellular phone carriers automatically reject standard collect calls originating from jail phone systems. While some residential landlines might permit direct monthly billing, mobile devices and internet-based telephone lines require an active prepaid calling balance, which you can verify by checking with your provider. If you do not register online and fund an Inmate Sales account right away, your loved one will receive an automated disconnect announcement when attempting to call your number.
Step-by-Step Instructions to Register and Fund a Phone Account
- Visit www.inmatesales.com or call customer care at 1-877-998-5678.
- Click New User and register using the primary 10-digit telephone number where you want to receive calls.
- Select the state and facility where the inmate is currently detained.
- Link the inmate to your profile using their full legal name and booking ID number.
- Select Prepaid Collect Phone or Direct Inmate PIN Debit.
- Select your deposit dollar amount and enter your debit or credit card billing details.
- Submit payment, record your confirmation number, and confirm that your mobile phone allows calls from automated or unknown correctional numbers.
What the Inmate Needs to Do
The inmate dials your 10-digit telephone number from any dayroom telephone or tablet and keys in their assigned PIN. The automated system verifies that your phone number has an active prepaid balance and connects the call once you accept the automated prompt. All personal telephone conversations are recorded and monitored by facility staff.
Official Provider: Inmate Sales Official Website
Customer Service Telephone: 1-877-998-5678 or 1-702-829-3001
Support Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM EST; Saturday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM EST
Supported Languages: English and Spanish
Other Services Provided by Inmate Sales (CPC)
In addition to Phone Calling Accounts, Inmate Sales provides several other communication and visitation channels:
- Inmate Tablets & Digital Media: Discover educational programs, phone access, and entertainment offered on facility tablets.
• Learn more on our website: Tablet Programs Guide | • Visit official vendor page: Inmate Sales Tablets - Two-Way Texting & Messaging: Send digital text messages and photos directly to an inmate's device.
• Learn more on our website: Digital Messaging Guide | • Visit official vendor page: Inmate Sales Messaging - Remote Video Visitation: Schedule and join live video visits from home using your computer or smartphone.
• Learn more on our website: Video Visitation Guide | • Visit official vendor page: Inmate Sales Video Visits - Commissary & Care Packages: Order pre-approved snack boxes, food packages, and clothing directly to the jail.
• Learn more on our website: Commissary Orders Guide | • Visit official vendor page: Inmate Sales Commissary
Inmate Sales Two-Way Texting allows friends and family members to exchange electronic text messages and digital photo attachments directly with an incarcerated loved one. Messages are delivered electronically to housing unit kiosks and handheld tablets within hours, avoiding the lengthy transit times associated with physical postal mail.
Important: Electronic Messaging Screening Rules Differ
Inmates cannot receive incoming phone calls, and traditional postal mail rules differ across correctional agencies. While some facilities still allow regular handwritten letters, many jails have transitioned to digital-only mail scanning or restrict postal delivery, which you can verify by checking facility rules. If you do not register online and purchase messaging credits immediately, your loved one may face lengthy periods without direct written contact from family.
Step-by-Step Instructions to Register and Send Text Messages
- Go to www.inmatesales.com or launch the Inmate Sales mobile app.
- Register your account using your 10-digit telephone number and email address.
- Select Text Messaging / Chirp from your service options.
- Select your state and detention center, then search for the inmate using their full legal name or booking ID.
- Purchase a messaging credit bundle using a debit or credit card.
- Type your message in the composition window and attach approved JPEG photos if permitted by the facility.
- Submit your message to the facility's screening queue.
What the Inmate Needs to Do
All electronic correspondence is screened by facility staff before delivery. Once approved, messages appear in the inmate's inbox on their housing unit terminal or tablet. The inmate opens the message, reads your note, and types an electronic reply using their available credits.
Official Provider: Inmate Sales Official Website
Customer Service Telephone: 1-877-998-5678 or 1-702-829-3001
Support Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM EST; Saturday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM EST
Supported Languages: English and Spanish
Other Services Provided by Inmate Sales (CPC)
In addition to Two-Way Texting, Inmate Sales provides several communication, commissary, and visitation options:
- Remote Video Visitation: Schedule and join live video visits from home using your computer or smartphone.
• Learn more on our website: Video Visitation Guide | • Visit official vendor page: Inmate Sales Video Visits - Prepaid Phone Calling Accounts: Prepay for phone calling credits so your loved one can call your telephone directly.
• Learn more on our website: Prepaid Calling Accounts Guide | • Visit official vendor page: Inmate Sales Calling - Inmate Tablets & Digital Media: Discover educational programs, phone access, and entertainment offered on facility tablets.
• Learn more on our website: Tablet Programs Guide | • Visit official vendor page: Inmate Sales Tablets - Commissary & Care Packages: Order pre-approved snack boxes, food packages, and clothing directly to the jail.
• Learn more on our website: Commissary Orders Guide | • Visit official vendor page: Inmate Sales Commissary
Inmate Sales (CPC) provides corrections-grade handheld wireless tablets to incarcerated individuals in county detention centers. Operating on a secure internal network, these devices allow inmates to conduct remote video visits, make voice telephone calls, send and receive text messages, stream approved music, read digital books, and access self-help legal resources directly from their living areas.
Important: Tablet Hardware Deployment and Rental Rules Vary
Detention centers do not manage tablet distribution identically. While some agencies issue individual personal tablets to every detainee at booking, others utilize shared pod docking stations or restrict tablet use to specific dayroom hours, which you should confirm with the facility directly. Although core educational and legal resources are generally provided free of charge, sending messages, listening to music, or making phone calls from the tablet requires an active balance funded by outside contacts.
Step-by-Step Instructions to Support and Fund Tablet Use
- Verify that Inmate Sales / CPC tablets are deployed at your loved one's specific detention facility.
- Navigate to www.inmatesales.com or launch the Inmate Sales mobile app.
- Sign into your verified user profile and link the inmate's legal name and booking ID number.
- Select Tablet / Chirp Funds or Inmate PIN Debit to add funds to their available balance.
- Specify your deposit amount, review convenience fees, and enter your credit or debit card billing details.
- Submit payment, save your confirmation receipt, and notify your loved one that their device balance is available.
What the Inmate Needs to Do
The inmate unlocks their assigned tablet using their PIN or biometric scan. Their available balance appears on the screen, allowing them to download songs, read digital books, write messages, and communicate with approved family members. Devices are docked during quiet hours and shift changes for secure recharging and data synchronization.
Official Provider: Inmate Sales Official Website
Customer Service Telephone: 1-877-998-5678 or 1-702-829-3001
Support Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM EST; Saturday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM EST
Supported Languages: English and Spanish
Other Services Provided by Inmate Sales (CPC)
In addition to Tablet Services, Inmate Sales provides several core communication channels:
- Two-Way Texting & Messaging: Send digital text messages and photos directly to an inmate's device.
• Learn more on our website: Digital Messaging Guide | • Visit official vendor page: Inmate Sales Messaging - Remote Video Visitation: Schedule and join live video visits from home using your computer or smartphone.
• Learn more on our website: Video Visitation Guide | • Visit official vendor page: Inmate Sales Video Visits - Prepaid Phone Calling Accounts: Prepay for phone calling credits so your loved one can call your telephone directly.
• Learn more on our website: Prepaid Calling Accounts Guide | • Visit official vendor page: Inmate Sales Calling - Commissary & Care Packages: Order pre-approved snack boxes, food packages, and clothing directly to the jail.
• Learn more on our website: Commissary Orders Guide | • Visit official vendor page: Inmate Sales Commissary
- Jail (Main): 859-745-0270
The Clark County Detention Center serves the following cities and towns of Clark County: Irvine and Winchester.