The Louisville Metro Jail is a 1914 bed jail in the city of Louisville, Jefferson County, Kentucky. You can call them 24 hours a day for inmate information at 502-574-8477.
Offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies in this county are brought here for booking and processing, and if their crime requires it, are incarcerated until they are either bonded out, are released from custody on their own recognizance, or are ordered to remain in custody until the disposition of their trial.
You can also use the inmate search tool to see this facility's roster of those who have been arrested and are still in custody.
Those who are found guilty and sentenced to a term of less than one year, will do their time in this county. Those sentenced to longer terms will be sent to either the Kentucky State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page provides information on how to search for an inmate in the official jail roster, or by calling the facility at 502-574-8477, 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 Louisville Metro Jail at 502-574-8477 to get it.
Phone: 502-574-8477
Physical Address:
400 South 6th Street
Louisville, KY 40202
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & CIN#
Louisville Metro Jail
400 South 6th Street
Louisville, KY 40202
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & CIN#
Louisville Metro Jail
400 South 6th Street
Louisville, KY 40202
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Louisville Metro 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 502-574-8477 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,
Louisville Metro Jail Inmate Search
The Louisville Metro Jail maintains an average of 1914 offenders in custody on any given day. The Louisville Metro 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 Jefferson County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 48,680 offenders.
The following charts of Jefferson 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 Jefferson 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 Jefferson 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 Jefferson 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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The Louisville Metro Jail, also known as the Louisville Metro Department of Corrections (LMDC), is the primary correctional facility serving Louisville, Kentucky, and the surrounding areas. It is operated by the Louisville Metro Government and is responsible for the custody and care of individuals who have been arrested and are awaiting trial or sentencing. The Louisville Metro Jail is situated on a land area of approximately 11 acres. This includes the space occupied by the various buildings, parking areas, and other facilities associated with the correctional complex.
The Louisville Metro Jail is located at 400 S. Sixth Street, Louisville, Kentucky, 40202. The phone number is 502-574-8477. The facility consists of multiple buildings and has a capacity to house around 2,100 inmates. You can search for an inmate by viewing their jail roster.
Upon admission to the jail, inmates undergo a classification process to determine their housing assignment and appropriate level of supervision. Factors such as criminal history, gang affiliation, behavior, and medical/mental health needs are taken into consideration during this process.
The Louisville Metro Jail maintains a robust security system to ensure the safety of both inmates and staff members. The facility is staffed by correctional officers who are responsible for maintaining order, overseeing inmate activities, and ensuring compliance with facility rules and regulations.
The Louisville Metro Jail offers various programs aimed at inmate rehabilitation, education, and personal development. These include educational classes, substance abuse treatment, vocational training, and counseling services. The goal of these programs is to equip inmates with skills and resources that can assist them in reintegrating into society upon release.
Friends and family members of inmates are allowed to visit within specified visitation hours. Visitors must follow the facility's visitation guidelines, including dress code and conduct rules. The exact visitation policies and procedures can vary, so it's advisable to check with the Louisville Metro Jail directly for the most up-to-date information, however all the information regarding visitating days and hours are detailed in the visitation section below. You can also find information below regarding mailing, emailing, texting, getting phone calls and everything else you need to know about services available to inmates such as sending them money and commissary.
Louisville Metro Jail is the main location for the Louisville Metro Department of Corrections and it houses intake, release, transportation, and other services.
Jefferson County has two detention facilities, this and the Community Correctional Center, both housing inmates for the county and ensuring access to healthy meals, clean laundry, cleaned environment, medical and dental care, pharmacy care, and mental health support.
Counseling is provided for addiction, domestic violence, substance use, and there are treatments for mental health concerns to provide inmates with the best chance of successful reintegration.
Academics are also present including a skills academy, GED education and exams, access to further education and library resources, and even religious programming for those who choose to attend. Standing several stories high with a glass face, the building is located closer to the courthouse than the other location, and it provides a space that allows for natural light to flow in which can create a more positive environment that proves beneficial for the mental health of both inmates and staff.
Contact with friends and family has also been shown to support better mental health and reduce recidivism as they have a support system outside of the jail. Hours for visits can be confirmed by calling Louisville Metro Jail at 502-574-8477 but are generally available to be booked online at least one day before the requested visit.
To find out if someone you know has been recently arrested and booked into the Louisville Metro Jail, call the jail’s booking line at 502-574-8477.
There may be an automated method of looking them up by their name over the phone, or you may be directed to speak to someone at the jail. Sometimes the jail staff may ask you the offender’s date of birth to ensure privacy of the offender’s status.
Keep in mind that after an arrest, the information on an offender may not be publicly available for several hours.
If you don’t want to check up on an offender by calling the jail, you can also try looking up people recently booked online.
Louisville Metro Jail Booking Roster
After being arrested and taken into custody, and after being read their Miranda Rights, an offender will next be transported to the local police or department or the Sheriff’s Department in Jefferson County for booking.
Booking is very involved and requires multiple steps in the process, however, keep in mind that most attorneys will advise that an offender remain silent and not offer any additional information about the crime they have been arrested for because anything they do say may be recorded and may very well be used against them in court.
Booking includes having their photo (mugshot) and fingerprints taken, as well as being asked a lot of questions about their personal history and state of mind. If it’s a serious felony, their DNA may also be taken. They will also be checked for warrants in Jefferson County and other Kentucky and USA jurisdictions.
If the offender was arrested for a DUI offense, and has refused a breathalyzer test, they may also be forced to have blood drawn by a doctor or nurse.
It is also very likely that the offender will undergo a humiliating full body search while in the nude. This includes bending over, spreading their cheeks in the direction of an officer, and coughing. They will also be walked through a metal detector or x-ray machine, like those used at an airport.
The arresting jurisdiction will ask about gang affiliations, tattoos, medical conditions, prescribed medication they are taking, recreational drugs they are on or addicted to, allergies, if they are suicidal, and other relevant information that will help with determining their cell assignment and special needs.
During the arrest and booking process an offender will also have all their personal property confiscated and held for either their release from jail, or with the offender’s approval, released to a friend or family member.
Personal property includes the clothing they are wearing, money, wallets, purses, cell phones, jewelry, body rings, earrings, watches, and even glasses if they are deemed a security risk. If they are allowed to keep their shoes or sneakers, the laces are removed.
At this point the offender will be allowed to make a free phone call to a person of their choice to notify them of their arrest, and/or arrange a bond or bail for their release.
If the offender is being detained and housed while awaiting arraignment, the Louisville Metro Jail will provide a jail garment and slip-on shoes, a blanket, sheets, soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, and a towel.
Often, before they are dressed in the jail outfit and brought to their housing location, they will be forced to take a shower and undergo a disinfectant treatment for body and hair lice, scabies or other pests that may be residing on their person.
Booking can take anywhere from an hour to 24 hours or more. It all depends on the number of people that are awaiting processing, the number of staff on duty at the time, and the behavior of the offender.
If the offender is heavily intoxicated and/or violent, the Booking Officer may decide to stick the offender in a holding cell for several hours until they become more manageable.
Some inmates can self bond so you can add money to their account (see below).
Inmates can only self-bond if they meet the following criteria:
If you have any questions call the District Court Clerk's Office at 502-595-4428 or 502-595-3060 for assistance.
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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Louisville Metro Jail? What is the Schedule?
Public Video Visits are free and can be at either:
The Louisville Metro Jail
400 South 6th Street
Louisville, KY 40202
or
The lower level of the Hall of Justice
600 W Jefferson Street
Louisville, KY, 40202
502-574-8477
Schedule Video Visits online with Securus
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | 8:00AM - 9:50AM 12:00PM-1:50PM 5:00PM - 9:50PM |
| MONDAY | 8:00AM - 9:50AM 12:00PM-1:50PM 5:00PM - 9:50PM |
| TUESDAY | 8:00AM - 9:50AM 12:00PM-1:50PM 5:00PM - 9:50PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 8:00AM - 9:50AM 12:00PM-1:50PM 5:00PM - 9:50PM |
| THURSDAY | 8:00AM - 9:50AM 12:00PM-1:50PM 5:00PM - 9:50PM |
| FRIDAY | 8:00AM - 9:50AM 12:00PM-1:50PM 5:00PM - 9:50PM |
| SATURDAY | 8:00AM - 9:50AM 12:00PM-1:50PM 5:00PM - 9:50PM |
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | 8:00AM - 9:50AM 12:00PM-1:50PM 5:00PM - 9:50PM |
| MONDAY | 8:00AM - 9:50AM 12:00PM-1:50PM 5:00PM - 9:50PM |
| TUESDAY | 8:00AM - 9:50AM 12:00PM-1:50PM 5:00PM - 9:50PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 8:00AM - 9:50AM 12:00PM-1:50PM 5:00PM - 9:50PM |
| THURSDAY | 8:00AM - 9:50AM 12:00PM-1:50PM 5:00PM - 9:50PM |
| FRIDAY | 8:00AM - 9:50AM 12:00PM-1:50PM 5:00PM - 9:50PM |
| SATURDAY | 8:00AM - 9:50AM 12:00PM-1:50PM 5:00PM - 9:50PM |
Video Visitation allows 'approved' friends, family members, attorneys and clergy of an inmate to connect with them using their computer, Securus Video Visitation app, or ‘on-site’ kiosk.
Steps:
Register and/or log in.
Select the facility of your inmate.
Review the days, available hours and the cost of remote and on-site visits.
Schedule your visit.
What is the Cost of a Remote Video Visit?
Costs vary and are subject to change, but generally visits range from $5.00 to $15.00 for a 15 to 30 minute online or on-site video visit.
How do you know if your Inmate will be available during the time you schedule?
The Securus system knows the times that Louisville Metro Jail inmates are available for remote video visits.
It will not allow you to schedule a visit with your inmate if they are not available or the video visitation kiosk(s) in the jail are booked already.
Once you schedule a visit with your inmate they will be notified of the date and time of the visit.
Important Tips:
Your entire visit is being monitored and recorded. Do not say or do anything that you would not want being replayed in court.
You should schedule your visit, in advance, at a time that works best for you.
For best sound quality, use earbuds or headsets.
Quick & Easy Access to Important Information & Help:
Phone: 972-734-1111 or 877-578-3658
Video Tutorial on Registering for Securus Video Visits.
Frequently Asked Questions.
Louisville Metro Jail Pricing.
Securus Contact Information.
iphone app
Android app
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Louisville Metro Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 502-574-8477 for further assistance.
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Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Louisville Metro Jail?
Public Video Visits are free and can be at either:
The Louisville Metro Jail
400 South 6th Street
Louisville, KY 40202
or
The lower level of the Hall of Justice
600 W Jefferson Street
Louisville, KY, 40202
502-574-8477
Schedule Video Visits online with Securus
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | 8:00AM - 9:50AM 12:00PM-1:50PM 5:00PM - 9:50PM |
| MONDAY | 8:00AM - 9:50AM 12:00PM-1:50PM 5:00PM - 9:50PM |
| TUESDAY | 8:00AM - 9:50AM 12:00PM-1:50PM 5:00PM - 9:50PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 8:00AM - 9:50AM 12:00PM-1:50PM 5:00PM - 9:50PM |
| THURSDAY | 8:00AM - 9:50AM 12:00PM-1:50PM 5:00PM - 9:50PM |
| FRIDAY | 8:00AM - 9:50AM 12:00PM-1:50PM 5:00PM - 9:50PM |
| SATURDAY | 8:00AM - 9:50AM 12:00PM-1:50PM 5:00PM - 9:50PM |
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | 8:00AM - 9:50AM 12:00PM-1:50PM 5:00PM - 9:50PM |
| MONDAY | 8:00AM - 9:50AM 12:00PM-1:50PM 5:00PM - 9:50PM |
| TUESDAY | 8:00AM - 9:50AM 12:00PM-1:50PM 5:00PM - 9:50PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 8:00AM - 9:50AM 12:00PM-1:50PM 5:00PM - 9:50PM |
| THURSDAY | 8:00AM - 9:50AM 12:00PM-1:50PM 5:00PM - 9:50PM |
| FRIDAY | 8:00AM - 9:50AM 12:00PM-1:50PM 5:00PM - 9:50PM |
| SATURDAY | 8:00AM - 9:50AM 12:00PM-1:50PM 5:00PM - 9:50PM |
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Louisville Metro Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 502-574-8477 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Louisville Metro Jail?
Option 1 - Dropping Money at the Jail Payment window
Bring a Postal Service Money Order (ONLY!) or cash to the jail in person. Bring it to the Liberty Street side (Exit lobby) located at 600 South 6th Street in Louisville. The payment window is open on Monday – Friday, from 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. They are closed Weekends and Metro Holidays.
The Money Order must be made out to:
Metro Corrections Inmate Fund, and must include the inmate’s name and CIN #.
Option 2 - Depositing Money into a Touchpay Kiosk
Bring cash, Visa or Mastercard and deposit into one of Touchpay's Kiosks.
You must have the Touchpay Inmate Locator Number of 740202 and the inmate's full booking name and CIN#.
They are located at:
The Main Jail, 400 South 6th Street, in Louisville.
The Hall of Justice - 600 W. Jefferson St, in Louisville. (first floor lobby and basement lobby)
Option 3 - Deposit Inmate Money Online with Touchpay
You must have the Touchpay Inmate Locator Number of 740202 and the inmate's full booking name and CIN#.
Option 4 - Deposit over the Phone with Touchpay by calling 888-497-2387.
You must have the Touchpay Inmate Locator Number of 740202 and the inmate's full booking name and CIN#.
Option 5 - Mail the Inmate Deposit to the Jail
Mailing a deposit takes more time to process than the other methods but can be done if you live too far away to bring it in person and you don't have a debit/credit card for online deposits. Never send cash. Always send a Money Order from the US Post Office. No other Money Orders are accepted.
Make the Money Order out to Metro Corrections Inmate Fund, and you must include the inmate’s name and CIN # in the memo section.
Failure to do this properly will delay your inmate getting his account credited and may require you to have to resubmit a second money order.
Mail to:
Louisville Metro Department of Corrections
Attention: Property
400 S. 6th Street
Louisville, KY 40202
To deposit money into the account of an inmate in Jefferson County, follow these instructions:
For all the information you need regarding making an inmate deposit, what it costs, how much you can send, how long it takes for your inmate to receive funds and more, and to get the Facility Locator Number, check out our Send Money Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Louisville Metro Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 502-574-8477 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Louisville Metro Jail?
To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Jefferson County do the following:
1. Enroll in an account with Securus Technologies.
2. Choose one of three account types, Securus Debit, Advance Connect or Direct Bill.
3. Choose [facility_name_1}, then connect with your inmate.
4. If you have any questions, call Securus: 972-734-1111 or 800-844-6591.
To find out fees, how to's, calling times, limits on phone calls and other systems Securus has do that you can communicate with your Jefferson County inmate, check out our Inmate Phone Page.
NOTE: All of your inmate's phone calls are recorded and stored. It is advised not to discuss their pending case.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Louisville Metro Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 502-574-8477 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Louisville Metro Jail, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Louisville Metro 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 Louisville Metro 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 & CIN#
Louisville Metro Jail
400 South 6th Street
Louisville, KY 40202
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & CIN#
Louisville Metro Jail
400 South 6th Street
Louisville, KY 40202
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 Louisville Metro Jail allows books to be mailed directly to the jail from a reputable source such as Amazon, Barnes & Noble or Books-A-Million. You can order them directly from your computer and have them shipped to the inmate at the address noted.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Louisville Metro 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 & CIN#
Louisville Metro Jail
400 South 6th Street
Louisville, KY 40202
For inmates receiving mail in the Louisville Metro Jail there are different addresses and policies depending on the inmate's status, as well as what type of mail they are receiving; personal mail, legal mail, subscriptions or books sent from a third-party such as Amazon.
All mail is to be shipped to the Louisville Metro Jail:
Inmate's Full Name & CIN#
Louisville Metro Jail
400 South 6th Street
Louisville, KY 40202
For complete information on mail policies, what you can send an inmate and what address to send them, check out our Inmate Mail page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Louisville Metro Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 502-574-8477 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Louisville Metro Jail, and what can I purchase?
Access Securepak carries over 1,000 different items in the following categories:
- Food and Snacks
- Personal Hygiene Products
- Electronics
- Apparel
Registration Process:
1. Register here.
2. Select Kentucky.
3. Select Louisville Metro Jail.
4. Find your Inmate.
5. Deposit Funds.
6. Order Commissary Items.
Once you are logged in, you will receive instructions on how much (and what products) you can send your inmate.
Contact Information:
* If you have any questions, you can call Access Securepak at 800-546-6283.
* You can email My Care Pack at [email protected].
* You can write them at:
Access Securepak
10880 Linpage Place
St. Louis, MO 63132
* You can Live Chat with a Representative online: (bottom left corner of page)
Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m.–11 p.m. CST,
and Saturdays, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. CST.
*Note* Access Securepak will issue a refund for or replace broken, damaged, or missing products reported by Louisville Metro Jail staff. They will not honor reports of discrepancies from inmate's families or friends.
My CarePack is the Louisville Metro Jail's outside vendor for Commissary Items. They have a very good mix of Chips, Snacks, Candy, Meat, Seafood, Hygiene products, Letter writing materials, Electronics and Apparel items for sale on their website.
*NOTE* -- Once you are fully registered and have selected the inmate you wish to send commissary to, you will receive instructions on how much you can deposit, how much (and what) you can purchase for your inmate, and how often you can send commissary.
To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Louisville Metro Jail follow these steps:
For all information, tips and available items for shipping Commissary packages to an inmate in Louisville Metro Jail check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Jefferson County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Louisville Metro Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 502-574-8477 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Louisville Metro Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Louisville Metro Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 502-574-8477 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Louisville Metro 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 Louisville Metro Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 502-574-8477 for further assistance.
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What are the other City and County Jails in Jefferson County?
What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Jefferson County?
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