Marshall County Detention Center
Marshall County Detention Center
You can call the 204-bed Marshall County Detention Center 24 hours a day for inmate information at 270-527-4760.
This facility handles the booking and processing of offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies. Inmates remain in custody until they are either bonded out, released on recognizance, or held until their trial is settled.
The inmate search tool provides access to the jail's roster of those in custody.
Individuals sentenced to less than one year will serve their time here. Those sentenced to more than a year are transferred to either the Kentucky State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page offers detailed information on services such as the visitation schedule, inmate account funding, mail, phone calls, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond details, and commissary purchases.
Save the inmate's jail ID or booking number for future communication needs. If it’s not available online, call Marshall County Detention Center at 270-527-4760 for assistance.
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To search for an inmate in the Marshall County Detention Center, review their criminal charges, the amount of their bond, when they can get visits, or even view their mugshot, go to the Official Jail Inmate Roster, or call the jail at 270-527-4760 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,
Marshall County Detention Center Inmate Search
The Marshall County Detention Center maintains an average of 204 offenders in custody on any given day. The Marshall County Detention Center has a monthly turnover of 40% of their inmate population, another 30% turnover every 90 days, another 20% every six months, and approximately 10% stay incarcerated between six and twelve months. Every year Marshall County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 4,080 offenders.
The following charts of Marshall 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 Marshall 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 Marshall 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 Marshall County and other counties surrounding this one, scroll down this page. We have a section for each.
Find a court date or a court case.
We also provide photos of the jail that we have collected over the years.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessThe 204-bed Marshall County Detention Center, which includes the 84-bed non-secure Marshall County JRC, is responsible for the housing and care of those who are accused or convicted of committing a misdemeanor or felony in Marshall County as they wait for their trial or as they serve their sentence, usually less than one year.
It serves many law enforcement organizations including the Sheriff’s Department, local police, Immigration, and other surrounding counties as needed.
The grey concrete, single story building is located across from the Post Office on W. 5th Street between Commerce Blvd and Postal Drive in Benton, Kentucky.
If you have questions regarding an inmate or the programs and services provided, the staff can be reached at 270-527-4760, and an online listing of all the detainees is published for your own investigation.
Upon intake, the booking process is completed, which includes a medical screening, fingerprinting and mugshots, DNA sample, along with an assessment to determine security needs, medical needs, mental health requirements, and housing assignment.
Staff is available to transport all inmates to court dates and any medical appointments or emergency needs, as well as inspecting all mail for contraband, receiving commissary funds and other money for inmates, maintaining the safety of the community and the security of the facility, and other tasks.
The Marshall County Detention Center also provides several other services to inmates including basic needs in meals, laundry, and hygiene items, and programs including AA, counseling, religious programs, education, recreation, and opportunities to grow social and life skills.
Along with the efforts made by the staff, reduced recidivism is seen when inmates are able to stay in contact and supported by their family or friends who are not incarcerated so mail, phones, and visits are provided.
Visits are in person, and are via video and an account is created online to book and complete visits, allowing both visitors and inmates to schedule a visit.
Phone accounts are also registered online, and allow for inmates to make outgoing calls during the daytime and evening hours when they are not participating in a task or program.
Information for money for an inmate’s commissary can be found on our Inmate Money page.
All personal mail is sent to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Marshall County Detention Center
54 Judicial Drive
Benton, KY 42025
Staff will open each piece and look for contraband, which is removed before it is given to the inmate.
Legal mail, money orders, books and newspaper and magazine subscriptions are mailed to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Marshall County Detention Center
54 Judicial Drive
Benton, KY 42025
- Jail (Main): 270-527-4760
- Juvenile: 270-527-4735
- Police: 270-527-3126
- Sheriff: 270-527-3112
How does the booking process work at Marshall County Detention Center?
Once someone is arrested, they are taken to Marshall County Detention Center for booking. This process involves identifying the individual, determining charges, and deciding if they will be released on their own recognizance, released on bail, or held in custody until their court date.
It’s important for the arrestee to stay silent, as anything they say can be used against them. The best advice is to avoid answering any questions about the arrest until legal counsel is present.
The booking process at Marshall County Detention Center typically includes the following steps:
- Verifying identity.
- Taking a mugshot.
- Answering questions regarding medical, mental health, and substance use history.
- DNA collection, if required.
- Conducting a thorough search.
- Confiscating personal belongings.
- Providing a free phone call.
For questions about paying an arrestee’s bond or bail amount, contact the facility at 270-527-4760.
What is the process to pay bail for someone detained in Marshall County?
After an individual is apprehended and taken to Marshall County Detention Center in Benton for booking, their release options vary based on the situation:
1. They might be released without bail, on the condition they appear in court on a scheduled date.
2. They may be detained until their court appearance.
3. They may be eligible for release after posting a bail or bond. Call 270-527-4760 for the exact bail amount.
There are different ways to settle an individual's bail or bond.
- To post a cash bond, pay the full amount at the jail bonding window or the clerk's office by cash, cashier's check or money order; many facilities also accept cards at a lobby kiosk or through an online bond vendor for a fee, and you will need the inmate's full name and booking number (jail phone: 270-527-4760).
- A licensed bail bondsman in Marshall County can assist with payment.
- Real property such as land or a house is accepted as collateral by many courts, provided the owner proves clear title and equity worth at least the bond, frequently twice the bond, with a deed and a current tax or appraisal value; the court that set bail signs off on it.
For more information on the bail process in Marshall County, Kentucky, visit the Marshall County Detention Center Bail Information Page.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the Marshall County Detention Center? What is the Schedule?
Marshall County Detention Center ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
54 Judicial Drive
Benton, KY 42025
270-527-4760
- Visits are 20 minutes.
- You must be on the inmate's visitor list.
- The actual visitation times may depend on the inmate and their housing location. Call 270-527-4760 and get your inmate's times and make an appointment to visit.
- Inmates are allowed one visit per week.
- A maximum of 2 guests are allowed per inmate.
- Visitors must have a government issued photo ID.
- Dress professionally with non-revealing clothing.
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 270-527-4760 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!
Male Inmates
Tuesday through Saturday
7:30 AM to 10:30 AM – must be signed in by 10:15 AM
Female Inmates
Tuesday through Saturday
12:00 PM to 1:00 PM – must be signed in by 12:45 PM
For those housed in the Restricted Custody Facility (Class D):
Sunday
Dorm 1 and 2, 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM
must be signed in by 10:15 AM
Sunday
Dorm 3 and 4, 12:00 PM to 2:30 AM
must be signed in by 2:15 PM
Monday
All Dorms, 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM
must be signed in by 10:15 AM
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Marshall County Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 270-527-4760 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Marshall County Detention Center?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Marshall County Detention Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 270-527-4760 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Marshall County Detention Center?
For online or over the phone inmate deposits, use Care A Cell Money Deposit System.
If you have specific questions that you want answered, check out their informative FAQ Page. or call them at 800-622-8166.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Marshall County Detention Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 270-527-4760 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Marshall County Detention Center?
How Do Inmates in Marshall County Detention Center Make Phone Calls?
To receive phone calls from inmates in Marshall County, or to assist them in making phone calls to other people, follow these steps:
- Marshall County Detention Center uses the services of a company named Inmate Sales.
- Register with them online or call them at 877-998-5678.
- Agents are available M-F from 8:00 AM - 12:00 midnight EST, Saturdays from 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM, and speak both English & Spanish.
- Services for Marshall County inmates and their families and friends include: Collect Calling, PIN Debit, Purchasing Calling Cards, Deposits, Messaging & Video Visitation.
For all the information regarding phone calls with Marshall County inmates; rules, policies, phone calling times, limits and more visit our Inmate Phone Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Marshall County Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 270-527-4760 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the Marshall County Detention Center, and what can I send them?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Marshall County Detention Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 270-527-4760 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Marshall County Detention Center, and what can I purchase?
Marshall County Detention Center uses Care A Cell Inmate Care Packages for family and friends of inmates to send commissary into an inmate.
Products available range from basic hygiene like shampoo and toothpaste, all the way to a $50 package of candy bars and other sweets. You can even order fresh food to be cooked and delivered.
Care A Cell requires payment with Visa, Mastercard, Discover, Paypal or Prepaid Debit Money Cards. All purchases are done online.
You can reach Care A Cell by email, by filling out their contact form online here, or by calling them at 800-622-8166.
If you have specific questions that you want answered, check out their informative FAQ Page.
How to Send Commissary Packages to an Inmate in Marshall County Detention Center
Marshall County Detention Center uses Care A Cell Inmate Care Packages for family and friends of inmates to send commissary into an inmate.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Marshall County Detention Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 270-527-4760 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Marshall County Detention Center using an Online Messaging Service?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Marshall County Detention Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 270-527-4760 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the Marshall County Detention Center have Access to Tablets or Computers?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Marshall County Detention Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 270-527-4760 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessWhat are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Marshall County?
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This facility, known as "Marshall County Detention Center" is also known as Marshall Sheriff | Benton Police, Marshall County Jail & Detention Center , Marshall County Jail & Detention Center , Kentucky, Marshall.