Owen County Jail

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Owen County Jail

The Owen County Jail is CLOSED.

Offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies in this county are brought to the Carroll County Detention Center 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 the Carroll County Detention Center. Those sentenced to longer terms will be sent to either the Kentucky State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

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 Carroll County Detention Center at 502-732-9499 to get it.

Phone: 502-732-9499

Physical Address:
Owen County Jail
Carrollton, KY

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Carroll County, KY Detention Center
PO Box 76550
Highland Heights, KY 41076

Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Carroll County Detention Center
800 Clay Street
Carrollton, KY 41008

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How Do You Find Someone in the Owen County Jail?

To search for an inmate in the Owen County Jail, review their criminal charges, the amount of their bond, when they can get visits, or even view their mugshot, go to the Official Jail Inmate Roster, or call the jail at 502-732-9499 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,

Owen County Jail Inmate Search

The Owen County Jail maintains an average of 0 offenders in custody on any given day. The Owen County Jail has a monthly turnover of 40% of their inmate population, another 30% turnover every 90 days, another 20% every six months, and approximately 10% stay incarcerated between six and twelve months. Every year Owen County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 1,761 offenders.

The following charts of Owen 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 Owen 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 Owen 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 Owen 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.

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About the Owen County Jail

The Owen County Jail is CLOSED.

Offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies in this county are brought to the Carroll County Detention Center 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 the Carroll County Detention Center. Those sentenced to longer terms will be sent to either the Kentucky State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

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 Carroll County Detention Center at 502-732-9499 to get it.

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

How is booking conducted at Owen County Jail?

After an arrest, individuals are transported to Owen County Jail for the booking process. This procedure ensures the person’s identity, assesses charges, and determines if they will be released, eligible for bail, or detained until court.

Remaining silent during this process is vital. Anything said could be used as evidence, so it’s wise to wait for an attorney before speaking about the arrest.

Here’s a breakdown of the booking steps at Owen County Jail:

  • Verifying identification information.
  • Capturing mugshots for record-keeping.
  • Health assessments and questions about criminal history.
  • Possible DNA collection.
  • Physical search for contraband or weapons.
  • Securing personal belongings.
  • Granting a free phone call.

For questions about an arrestee’s bond, call the facility at 502-732-9499.

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Inmate Bail and Bonding

How to post bail for someone arrested in Owen County

When an individual is arrested and booked at Owen County Jail in , the outcomes include:

1. Release without bail, under the condition they appear for their court date.
2. Remain in custody until the court appearance.
3. Post a bail or bond for release. Contact 502-732-9499 for specific bail amounts.

Bail payments can be made in different ways.

  • Cash bonds must be paid in full, either at the jail's bonding window or with the clerk of court, and are accepted as cash, cashier's check or money order; many jails also process cards through a lobby kiosk or online vendor for a fee, so bring the inmate's full name and booking number, and phone the jail at 502-732-9499 if needed.
  • You can work with a licensed bail bondsman in Owen County.
  • Many courts allow a property bond, letting an owner put up land or a home after proving clear title and equity of at least the bond (often double) through a deed and a recent tax or appraisal value, with approval from the court that set bail.

For further information on posting bail in Owen County, Kentucky, visit the Owen County Jail Bail Information Page.

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Mailing an Inmate

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Owen County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 502-732-9499 for further assistance.

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Other Jails in Owen County

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

Owen County County Jails
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Other Jails Nearby

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

Owen Scott Franklin Henry Grant Gallatin Carroll
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