Franklin County Regional Jail
Franklin County Regional Jail
Physical Address
400 Coffee Tree RoadFrankfort, KY 40601
Jail Phone Number
502-875-8782Franklin County Inmate Search
Search the Frankfort jail roster, check whether mugshots are public, and learn how to find an inmate here. The Franklin County Regional Jail at 400 Coffee Tree Road, Frankfort, KY 40601 (502-875-8782) holds Franklin and Anderson County arrests along with state and federal inmates. The office is open weekdays 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Use the jail roster, VINELink and KYeCourts public access.
Read inmate search answers
Read inmate search answers1. Who is held at the regional jail?
The Coffee Tree Road jail houses pretrial inmates from Franklin and Anderson counties, people serving state sentences, and some federal prisoners. Call 502-875-8782. Write the full name used at booking on every letter and money order so nothing is returned.
↑ Back to the question list2. How do I find an inmate?
The roster lists current inmates and charges. VINELink confirms custody and alerts you to a release or transfer. Court dates are on KYeCourts public access. Recent bookings may take a few hours to show, so call the jail if you cannot find someone.
↑ Back to the question list3. How do visits work?
Visits are by video. Family can visit from home through the jail's video service, or use the lobby kiosks if the visit was scheduled in advance. Call 502-875-8782 for hours and rules. Visits are recorded, and children must be with an adult. See our visitation guide.
↑ Back to the question list4. How do I post bond?
Franklin bonds are cash only. Amounts under $10,000 are paid at the jail at any hour. Bigger amounts are handled by the clerk's office (502-564-7013) on weekdays from 8 to 3, and by the jail after that. Bring photo ID and keep the receipt, since the refund depends on it. Our bail guide explains refunds.
↑ Back to the question list5. How do I send money?
Postal money orders can be sent to FCRJ, P.O. Box 4068, Frankfort, KY 40604-4068. Online deposits are also accepted through the jail's banking vendor. An account can hold no more than $500. Commissary is delivered Tuesday and Thursday. See our money guide and commissary guide.
↑ Back to the question list6. How do phone calls work?
Inmates place calls out; they cannot receive them. Relatives can open a prepaid calling account with the company that runs the jail phones. Every call is recorded and may be played in court, so leave the charges out of every conversation. See our phone guide and messaging guide.
↑ Back to the question list7. Where do I send letters?
Family letters go to the jail's scanning address: the inmate's full name, P.O. Box 76550, Highland Heights, KY 41076. Do not send letters to Coffee Tree Road. Pages are scanned and shown to the inmate electronically, so skip cards, glitter, stickers and anything perfumed. Legal mail from an attorney follows separate rules; ask the jail. See our mail guide.
↑ Back to the question list8. How does an inmate get a lawyer?
Those who qualify get the Frankfort Trial Office of the public defender (223 St. Clair Street, Frankfort, KY 40601; 833-385-6051). Income is reviewed at arraignment. Relatives can phone the Frankfort trial office, give the case number, and ask for the attorney's name. See our court guide.
↑ Back to the question list9. Might a Frankfort inmate have another warrant?
It's possible, since the Coffee Tree Road jail houses Anderson arrests along with the county's own. Franklin's sheriff will run a check for a local warrant at 502-875-8740. For cases elsewhere, the free Court of Justice guest search set to statewide lets one search cover Georgetown, Shelbyville and beyond.
When a warrant is left over at release, a defense attorney can schedule a surrender at the Franklin County Regional Jail and handle bond in the same trip. The circuit clerk at 222 St. Clair St., Frankfort, KY 40601, answers at 502-564-7013.
↑ Back to the question list10. How are juveniles handled?
Juveniles are held apart from adults. A detention hearing must take place within 48 hours, not counting weekends and holidays (KRS 610.265). The Department of Juvenile Justice (502-573-2738) picks placement and contacts a parent.
↑ Back to the question list11. How do I request a mugshot?
Mugshots can be requested in writing under the Open Records Act from the jail at 400 Coffee Tree Road, Frankfort, KY 40601. News media sometimes go through the sheriff's office instead. Booking photos taken by ICE require the ICE records request form. The Marshals withhold federal mugshots except when a wanted poster is needed for a fugitive.
↑ Back to the question list12. What about federal inmates?
The Marshals decide where federal prisoners are housed. Federal arrests appear at the U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Kentucky, 330 West Broadway, Frankfort, KY 40601, 502-223-5225 on West Broadway for a detention hearing. After sentencing, search the federal prison locator. The U.S. Marshals have an office right here in Frankfort; call 502-223-5608.
↑ Back to the question list13. How does an ICE detainer work?
The regional jail in Frankfort (502-875-8782) can say whether a detainer has been lodged; for the immigration side, ICE's Louisville office is at 502-625-6202.
- ICE sends Form I-247A to the jail.
- When the Franklin or Anderson case would let the person walk out, the detainer asks the regional jail to keep a Franklin prisoner up to 48 hours after they would otherwise be released, under 8 CFR 287.7(d).
- If immigration agents have not come to pick up the detainee by then, the jail releases them.
- Search the ICE finder.
14. What happens at release?
Leaving the regional jail involves paperwork that may run several hours once the bond is paid or a judge signs the order. Property and any account balance are returned. Anderson County inmates are released from Coffee Tree Road too, so plan a ride, and call 502-875-8782 for timing.
↑ Back to the question list15. How do I find a state prisoner?
Corrections assigns state prisoners after an intake review, and some stay in county jails like this one for much of their sentence. The KOOL lookup finds people by name or DOC number; our prisons in Kentucky has addresses and phones.
↑ Back to the question list16. Which jails serve the counties around Frankfort?
Only Anderson sends its arrests to Coffee Tree Road; the other bordering counties use different jails. Scott uses the Scott County Detention Center in Georgetown, 502-863-7880. Shelby has the Shelby County Detention Center in Shelbyville, 502-633-2343, and Woodford the Woodford County Detention Center in Versailles, 859-873-3196. Henry and Owen arrests are taken to the Carroll County Detention Center in Carrollton, 502-732-9499.
↑ Back to the question list17. Who argues the case against my relative in Frankfort?
Charges filed in District Court are handled from the county attorney office at 222 St. Clair Street, Suite 2007, Frankfort, KY 40601, 502-875-8745. A capital-city grand jury indictment sends a felony up to the 48th Circuit prosecutor, 502-564-4741.
↑ Back to the question list18. Where is a Franklin bond paid?
Bonds are cash only. Amounts under $10,000 are paid at the jail. Larger ones go to the circuit clerk weekdays from 8 to 3, or to the jail after hours. Our bail guide covers refunds.
↑ Back to the question list19. Is there a limit on the inmate account?
Yes, accounts are capped at $500. Mail USPS money orders to FCRJ, P.O. Box 4068, Frankfort, KY 40604-4068. Online deposits are also accepted. Commissary is delivered Tuesday and Thursday; our commissary guide lists what can be ordered. See our money guide and mail guide for how to address the envelope.
↑ Back to the question list20. How full is the Franklin jail?
The weekly jail count from the Department of Corrections for October 8, 2026 listed 177 people in 221 beds, with 68 more in the 80-bed restricted custody center. Those totals include Anderson County inmates.
↑ Back to the question list21. How do I reach Frankfort police?
Frankfort Police work from the Public Safety Building, 300 W Second Street, Frankfort, KY 40601, 502-875-8523. Franklin deputies answer at 502-875-8740, and Post 12 troopers in Frankfort are at 502-227-2221.
↑ Back to the question list22. When can a lawyer or minister see someone at Coffee Tree Road?
Attorneys may come at any reasonable hour with a driver's license and bar card, but the jail asks them to avoid meal times and anything after 9 p.m. Clergy may visit from 8 to 11 a.m. and noon to 5 p.m. with an ordination certificate, driver's license or Jail Ministries card. Inmates never have to attend religious services. The jailer's office is open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., except holidays. Family visits are covered in our visitation guide.
↑ Back to the question list23. Which police serve Franklin County?
Frankfort Police work out of the Public Safety Building, 300 West Second Street, Frankfort, KY 40601, and answer at 502-875-8523. Outside the city, the Franklin County Sheriff's Office (502-875-8740) patrols, and Kentucky State Police Post 12 sits at 1250 Louisville Road, Frankfort, KY 40601 (502-227-2221).
Call 911 for any emergency in Franklin County. For non-urgent questions, use the numbers above.
↑ Back to the question listFranklin County Bail and Pretrial Release
Bail, bond and release after a Frankfort or Franklin County arrest are handled at the Franklin County Regional Jail, 400 Coffee Tree Road, Frankfort, KY 40601, phone 502-875-8782. It books arrests from Frankfort police, Franklin deputies and Post 12 troopers, and it also holds Anderson County inmates. Bonds here are cash only.
1. How do I find a Frankfort bond amount?
Search the jail roster, then call 502-875-8782 to confirm the amount and type. The jail office is staffed weekdays 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., but booking can answer bond questions after hours. On serious charges the bond may stay blank until arraignment. Ask about any outside hold too.
↑ Back to the question list2. Where is a Franklin County bond paid?
Cash bonds under $10,000 are paid at the jail. For $10,000 or more, the clerk's office in the Franklin County Courthouse, 222 St. Clair Street, Frankfort, KY 40601 takes the money weekdays 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., phone 502-564-7013; after those hours they are taken at the jail. Payment must be cash. Keep the receipt for your refund.
↑ Back to the question list3. Can I use a bail bond company?
No. In Frankfort, whoever posts bond pays the Franklin circuit clerk (502-564-7013) or the regional jail (502-875-8782) directly, because Kentucky forbids commercial bail bonding (KRS 431.510). In Franklin County, people pay their own cash deposit to the court and recover most of it later.
↑ Back to the question list4. What role does pretrial services play?
At the regional jail on the edge of Frankfort (502-875-8782), a pretrial officer interviews each new arrest and reports a risk score to the judge (KRS 431.515). Kentucky law presumes release without money for low-risk defendants (KRS 431.066). The judge decides and can add supervision.
↑ Back to the question list5. What types of bond exist?
Franklin judges most often grant own recognizance, which rests on a written promise, or an unsecured bond, which costs money only after a skipped date. When more security is wanted, they require a 10 percent cash deposit (KRS 431.530), the whole bail in cash, or Franklin County land pledged as security (KRS 431.535).
With court approval, a relative can be surety for free (KRS 431.520).
↑ Back to the question list6. What sets the size of the bond?
A Frankfort district judge sets the figure, and the circuit clerk (502-564-7013) can tell you what was entered. Under the statute, bail must be reasonable for the charge and the person's means (KRS 431.525). Violations seldom lead to jail (KRS 431.062). For a Frankfort misdemeanor where nobody was hurt, the bail ceiling equals the maximum fine plus costs. A statewide schedule applies to many lower felonies (KRS 431.540). In domestic violence matters the victim's safety comes first (KRS 431.064). On many charges, time in jail is credited at $100 a day toward bail.
↑ Back to the question list7. How do I get the bond back?
Once the defendant has made every appearance and the case is over, the clerk keeps 10 percent ($5 at least) and returns the remainder. Dropped charges or a not-guilty finding mean the entire deposit is returned. Fines and costs can come out first; call 502-564-7013 to check.
↑ Back to the question list8. What conditions might the judge add?
Frankfort judges can order no contact with a victim, no alcohol, drug tests, GPS or check-ins. A missed date brings a warrant, and bond is forfeited 20 days after notice (KRS 431.545). If a condition is unworkable, ask through a lawyer to change it.
↑ Back to the question list9. Who are the lawyers in Franklin cases?
Franklin County is the 48th Judicial Circuit. The county attorney is at 222 St. Clair Street, Suite 2007, P.O. Box 73, Frankfort, KY 40602 (502-875-8745), and the Commonwealth's Attorney is at 222 St. Clair Street, 3rd Floor, Frankfort, KY 40601 (502-564-4741). Defendants who cannot afford a lawyer can request the Frankfort Trial Office of the public defender (223 St. Clair Street, Frankfort, KY 40601; 833-385-6051), which can ask for lower bond.
↑ Back to the question list10. Do federal charges or ICE holds matter?
Yes. Ask the regional jail (502-875-8782) first whether a federal or immigration hold is on file; the U.S. Marshals keep a Frankfort office (502-223-5608) and ICE's Louisville office answers at 502-625-6202. Federal cases are heard here in Frankfort at the U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Kentucky, 330 West Broadway, Frankfort, KY 40601, 502-223-5225, and state bond does not cover them. Immigration paperwork can delay walking out by as much as 48 hours past release. Check the ICE finder and the federal prison locator, or read our court guide.
↑ Back to the question listFranklin County Regional Jail on-site Inmate Visitation Schedule
400 Coffee Tree Road
Frankfort, KY 40601
502-875-8782
- 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 |
Franklin County Regional Jail 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
Franklin County Criminal Court Process
Franklin County criminal cases are heard at the Franklin County Courthouse, 222 St. Clair Street, Frankfort, KY 40601. The circuit clerk is at 502-564-7013. The county makes up the 48th Judicial Circuit. Federal cases are heard at the Eastern District courthouse on West Broadway in Frankfort.
1. Which court hears a Franklin case?
Franklin District Court is where lesser crimes, tickets and youth cases are decided, and where every felony starts with an arraignment and a probable cause hearing. If 9 of 12 grand jurors vote to indict, the felony moves to Franklin Circuit Court. There a judge oversees the trial or plea and imposes the sentence.
↑ Back to the question list2. How can I check a court date?
Use KYeCourts public access or call the clerk at 502-564-7013. Hearings move, so check the day before and bring the paperwork you were given. Allow time for security at the St. Clair Street courthouse, because arriving late may count as missing court. Keep your case number with you for any call to the clerk.
↑ Back to the question list3. How do warrants work in Frankfort?
In the capital, the county sheriff's office serves warrants issued by the local courts, and deputies at 502-875-8740 can tell you whether one is out. Kentucky's courts open their files statewide too: on the free KYeCourts guest login you agree to the terms, choose Franklin, and enter a first and last name to see open cases and next dates.
A warrant is normally put to rest by surrendering at the regional jail on Coffee Tree Road, preferably with a lawyer who has spoken with the judge about bond. Franklin's circuit clerk at 222 St. Clair St., Frankfort, KY 40601, answers at 502-564-7013 about resetting a missed court date.
↑ Back to the question list4. How do I pay fines and costs?
Fines and costs are paid to the clerk on St. Clair Street (Franklin County Courthouse, 222 St. Clair Street, Frankfort, KY 40601), weekdays 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Many tickets can be paid by card. Ask about a payment plan if you need one. Our bail page covers release.
↑ Back to the question list5. What are the steps after an arrest?
Frankfort arrests are booked at the regional jail on Coffee Tree Road, and a pretrial officer files a risk report that the judge uses for the release ruling (bail guide). Arraignment comes next, before a Franklin District judge. In a felony, a preliminary hearing must be held within 10 days if the defendant is jailed or 20 if released. Capital-city grand jurors then decide on indictment, and in Circuit Court the case ends in a trial, a plea or a dismissal, with the judge setting any sentence.
↑ Back to the question list6. Which agencies make arrests?
Frankfort police, Franklin County deputies (502-875-8740) and Post 12 troopers book arrests at the regional jail. Our inmate guide lists their contacts, including the Frankfort police address on West Second Street.
↑ Back to the question list7. Who prosecutes in Franklin County?
The Franklin County Attorney, at 222 St. Clair Street, Suite 2007, P.O. Box 73, Frankfort, KY 40602, 502-875-8745, handles lesser crimes, youth court and each felony up to the grand jury vote. The 48th Circuit Commonwealth's Attorney, at 222 St. Clair Street, 3rd Floor, Frankfort, KY 40601, 502-564-4741, handles felonies after that. Crime victims are welcome to phone either prosecutor for case updates.
↑ Back to the question list8. What penalties apply in Kentucky?
Franklin judges in Frankfort sentence inside the ranges below, and the circuit clerk (502-564-7013) can tell you the exact class of the charge filed before you read them. Frankfort judges may impose at most 12 months and a $500 fine for a Class A misdemeanor, and at most 90 days and a $250 fine for a Class B (KRS 532.090). A violation brings a fine up to $250 that may be waived for poverty (KRS 534.040). Felony sentences are 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 do I get court records?
See the records request help page, or ask the clerk at the St. Clair Street courthouse. Juvenile and sealed records are closed. For warrants, call the sheriff at 502-875-8740, or have a lawyer ask first.
↑ Back to the question list10. How do I get a public defender?
The Frankfort Trial Office of the public defender (223 St. Clair Street, Frankfort, KY 40601; 833-385-6051) represents people who qualify. At arraignment the judge goes over the defendant's pay, debts and dependents. Ask early so the defender can push for release, demand discovery from the prosecutor, and prepare for the preliminary hearing.
↑ Back to the question list11. Where are Franklin defendants held?
At the Franklin County Regional Jail, 400 Coffee Tree Road, Frankfort, KY 40601, phone 502-875-8782. Our guides cover calls, mail, visits, messages and deposits for commissary. The roster lists bonds.
↑ Back to the question list12. How does federal court work here?
The Marshals' Frankfort office (502-223-5608) handles anyone held on a federal charge, and a new arrestee may first be booked at the regional jail (502-875-8782). Those charges are filed at the U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Kentucky, 330 West Broadway, Frankfort, KY 40601, 502-223-5225. A magistrate judge decides on custody at a detention hearing, and the U.S. Marshals hold those detained. After sentencing, use the federal prison locator.
↑ Back to the question list13. What should non-citizens know?
An ICE hold is separate from the county case; under 8 CFR 287.7(d), ICE asks Frankfort's regional jail to hold a Franklin inmate up to 48 hours after they would otherwise be released. A plea can have serious immigration effects. Get immigration advice before agreeing to one. See the ICE finder.
↑ Back to the question list14. What help do victims get?
Victims may ask either Frankfort prosecutor's office about hearing dates and protective orders, and can sign up for VINE alerts. VINELink will notify a registered victim by phone or text when the defendant leaves custody.
↑ Back to the question list15. Where are state prisoners sent?
Corrections reviews each new prisoner's record, health and security level, and then picks a facility. Shorter Class D terms can be spent in a local jail. Search the KOOL lookup or see our prisons in Kentucky.
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JailATM Commissary Ordering allows family members to purchase pre-approved snack boxes, meat and cheese selections, hygiene bundles, and seasonal gift care packages sent directly to an incarcerated loved one. Each package is tailored to comply with local facility security rules, ensuring items clear intake smoothly without being rejected at the loading dock.
Important: Package Deadlines and Delivery Windows Vary
Detention centers do not all follow identical package distribution schedules. Some facilities allow weekly orders while others restrict shipments to bi-weekly or monthly windows, and spending limits differ widely across institutions. You should confirm the facility's active cutoff schedule and order allowances by calling them directly. If an order is placed after the weekly processing deadline, it will be held until the following distribution cycle, leaving your loved one waiting an extra cycle for fresh supplies.
Step-by-Step Instructions to Place a Commissary Package Order
- Confirm the inmate's legal first and last name, date of birth, and assigned booking identification number.
- Navigate to deposits.jailatm.com/webdeposits/ and sign into your account.
- Select Commissary Packs or Gift Packs from the service menu.
- Choose your state and detention center to open the jail's authorized product catalog.
- Search for the inmate to link the order to their active housing record.
- Browse available food bundles, hygiene kits, and clothing options, adding items up to the facility's allowed spending limit.
- Enter your billing details, complete checkout with a credit or debit card, and save your confirmation receipt.
What the Inmate Needs to Do
The inmate does not need an active online account to receive care packages. JailATM fulfills the order in tamper-evident security containers and delivers it directly to the facility commissary department. Jail staff inspect the shipment and deliver the items during regular housing unit commissary distribution, where the inmate signs for receipt.
Official Provider: JailATM Official Website
Customer Service Telephone: 1-877-810-0614
Support Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM CST
Supported Languages: English and Spanish
Other Services Provided by JailATM
In addition to Commissary Gift Packs, JailATM provides several other communication, financial, and visitation services at participating facilities:
- Inmate Trust & Commissary Money Deposits: Send money directly into an inmate's jail trust account for independent commissary spending.
• Learn more on our website: Inmate Trust Deposits Guide | • Visit official vendor page: JailATM Trust Deposits - Digital Messaging & Picture Sharing: Send electronic messages and photos directly to an inmate's housing unit kiosk.
• Learn more on our website: Digital Messaging Guide | • Visit official vendor page: JailATM 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: JailATM Video Visits
Buy Commissary for an Inmate in the Franklin County Regional Jail
Franklin County Regional Jail Inmate Commissary - Sending Money or Purchasing Commissary for an Inmate
Franklin County Regional Jail 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 Jail ATM.
Questions? Call Jail ATM at 877-810-0914.
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 502-875-8782 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 Franklin County Regional Jail'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.
JailATM provides a secure electronic payment portal that allows friends and family members to deposit funds directly into an incarcerated person's jail trust and commissary account. Deposited money provides the financial balance needed for your loved one to purchase personal hygiene items, snacks, over-the-counter medical sundries, and correspondence supplies from the facility commissary.
Important: Facility Deposit Rules and Window Intake Vary
Once a person is booked and moved to a housing unit, facilities do not always allow cash drop-offs or phone payments directly to the jail window. Some might and you should confirm this by calling the facility and asking. But if you do not register online and fund your loved one's trust account immediately, they may be forced to wait days or weeks for standard paper processing, leaving them without essential soap, clean undergarments, basic medical sundries or snacks.
Step-by-Step Instructions to Register and Deposit Funds
- Obtain the inmate's legal first and last name, date of birth, and assigned facility booking ID number.
- Navigate to deposits.jailatm.com/webdeposits/ on your computer or mobile device.
- Click Sign In or Register to set up your verified user account using your email address and password.
- Select the state and the detention facility where the inmate is currently housed.
- Search for the inmate using their ID number or legal last name to confirm an exact roster match.
- Enter your desired deposit dollar amount and review the calculated transaction and convenience fees.
- Input your debit or credit card billing details, complete payment authorization, and save your digital receipt.
What the Inmate Needs to Do
The inmate does not need an internet account to receive funds. Once the electronic transaction clears, the balance posts directly to their jail trust ledger according to facility accounting schedules. The inmate can review their updated balance at a dayroom pod kiosk or on their weekly trust statement and place orders on their regular commissary day.
Official Provider: JailATM Official Website
Customer Service Telephone: 1-877-810-0614
Support Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM CST
Supported Languages: English and Spanish
Other Services Provided by JailATM
In addition to Trust & Commissary Money Deposits, JailATM provides several other communication, store, and visitation services at participating facilities:
- Commissary Gift Packs & Store Ordering: Order pre-approved snack boxes, food packages, and hygiene bundles sent directly to the jail.
• Learn more on our website: Commissary Gift Packs Guide | • Visit official vendor page: JailATM Store Orders - Digital Messaging & Picture Sharing: Send electronic messages and photos directly to an inmate's housing unit kiosk.
• Learn more on our website: Digital Messaging Guide | • Visit official vendor page: JailATM 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: JailATM Video Visits
Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Franklin County Regional Jail
The Easiest and Securest Way of Depositing Money for an Inmate
There are several methods for depositing money on an inmate's account:
1. To send money online to an inmate in the Franklin County Regional Jail use Jail ATM.
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2. If you prefer to use your credit or debit card and deposit money over the phone, you can call them at 877-810-0914.
3. Some jails also have a JailATM kiosk for cash or card deposits. Call the Franklin County Regional Jail at 502-875-8782 to ask whether it has one and where it is.
4. The Franklin County Regional Jail may also allow you to *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. Ask the jail who the money order should be made out to and what to write on it. To confirm this option call the facility at 502-875-8782.
*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.
5. To ask whether the Franklin County Regional Jail takes deposits in person, and when, call 502-875-8782.
Send an Inmate Mail in the Franklin County Regional Jail
The Franklin County Regional Jail in Frankfort does not take personal letters at the jail itself. Letters and postcards from family go to a mail-scanning service first, which checks them and passes them on to the inmate. Jails use this setup because people have soaked paper in drugs such as meth or heroin, dried it and mailed it in. Legal mail, publications and money orders still go to the jail's own post office box in Frankfort.
Letters and postcards from family and friends:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Franklin County Jail
PO Box 76550
Highland Heights, KY 41076
Legal mail, publications and postal money orders:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Franklin County Regional Jail
P.O. Box 4068
Frankfort, KY 40604-4068
- Who it's from: Print your own name and mailing address in the top left corner of the envelope. Mail with no return address will most likely be thrown away instead of delivered.
- Pen color: Letters should be written in blue or black ink, and felt markers, crayons, colored ink and lipstick marks are all against the rules.
- Leave it plain: Skip the perfume, drawings and doodles on the envelope, and never tuck glitter, confetti or anything else inside.
- Cards: Any greeting card you send should be a plain one that does not play music.
- Pictures: Photos can be sent, but not Polaroids.
- Money orders: Only U.S. Postal money orders are taken by mail, sent to the Frankfort post office box. Make it payable to the inmate's full name, with their inmate ID number written on the front. If you are unsure, call 502-875-8782 to confirm. The jail also takes deposits made online.
- Books: New books only, mailed straight from the publisher. Hardcovers and spiral-bound books are refused, and books with too much violence or sexual content are thrown out.
- Magazines and newspapers: These also have to come new from the publisher. Magazines with profanity, weapons or adult content are taken away.
- Stamps and packages: You cannot mail in stamps. Inmates buy them, and any other items, through the jail commissary.
- Who may write: Family and friends can write. Co-defendants, other inmates and anyone covered by a no-contact order are not allowed to.
Inmates get their mail on weekdays, Monday through Friday. To find someone's inmate ID number, use the jail's inmate roster.
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
Nearby counties
- Jail (Main): 502-875-8782
The Franklin County Regional Jail serves the following cities and towns of Franklin County: Frankfort and Lawrenceburg. At times this facility may also house inmates arrested in the following counties: Anderson County.