Pike County Detention Center
Pike County Detention Center
Phone: 606-432-6291. The 346-bed Pike County Detention Center answers inmate information calls 24 hours a day.
This jail books and houses people arrested in the county for misdemeanors and felonies. After booking and processing, an inmate may be bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or held until their trial is resolved.
The inmate search tool lets you see who is currently in custody.
Less than one year: the sentence is served here. More than one year: the inmate is transferred to the Kentucky State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page covers visitation, inmate funds, mail, phone calls, voicemail, email and texting, tablets, bail bonds, and commissary.
Save the inmate’s jail ID or booking number. Not online? Call Pike County Detention Center at 606-432-6291.
Inmate Services
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Pike 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 606-432-6291 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,
Pike County Detention Center Inmate Search
The Pike County Detention Center maintains an average of 346 offenders in custody on any given day. The Pike 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 Pike County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 6,920 offenders.
The following charts of Pike 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 Pike 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 Pike 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 Pike 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 Pike County Detention Center is beige concrete, in stark contrast to its surroundings and is located with the Sheriff’s Office. It has smaller windows on the top floors to provide light to inmates without allowing others to see in, and is able to house both male and female inmates.
Inmates of Pike County that are found within Pike County Detention Center are either waiting for their trial or serving a short sentence on either a felony or misdemeanor charge.
The status of an inmate may be checked by calling the location at 606-432-6291 or accessing the online lookup.
Programs are operational to support reentry, provide education opportunities including GED classes for those who didn’t finish high school, work programs to encourage inmates to engage in the daily activities of the facility, recreational and social activities, and substance abuse treatments.
Kitchen staff provide three meals each day for every inmate, and they make everything based on nutritional needs and regulations of the state. Medical care and mental health care are also provided to ensure the health of all inmates and to maintain the safety of the building and all those within.
To communicate with those outside of the facility, inmates are able to access mail services, telephones, and visits.
Mail is sent to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Pike County Detention Center
172 Division Street
Pikeville, KY 41501
... and it is then checked for contraband before being provided to the inmate, and it must not contain adult content, stickers, glue, glitter, or other items.
Phones are located in the common areas and will allow inmates to make outgoing calls only, during which they can provide information on their status and visitation while staying up to date with their loved ones. Incoming calls are not accepted by the phone systems, but they are available for outgoing calls each day.
Visits can be scheduled with the facility by calling 606-432-6291 and will be arranged to match the schedule of the inmate that you are requesting to visit.
- Jail (Main): 606-432-6291
- Administration: 606-432-0383
- Booking: 606-432-6291
- Inmate Info: 606-432-6232
- Police: 606-437-5111
- Sheriff: 606-432-6260
Steps involved in booking at Pike County Detention Center
After an arrest, the individual is brought to Pike County Detention Center for the booking process. This procedure involves identifying the person, determining charges, and deciding whether they’ll be released on their own recognizance, posted for bail, or held until court.
Remaining silent is highly recommended, as anything said can later be used in court. Wait for legal advice before responding to questions.
The booking process typically involves the following steps at Pike County Detention Center:
- Identification confirmation.
- Photographs (mugshots).
- Answering questions regarding health and criminal background.
- Potential DNA collection.
- Conducting a physical search.
- Seizing personal property.
- Providing a free phone call.
For details on an offender’s bail or bond, call Pike County Detention Center at 606-432-6291.
How to pay bail in Pike County for an arrestee
Once an individual is booked at Pike County Detention Center in Pikeville, options for their release include:
1. Release without paying bail, with a commitment to appear in court.
2. Continued detention until their court date.
3. Release upon paying a bail or bond. Call 606-432-6291 for the bail amount.
Bail can be paid through various methods.
- Bring the full cash bond to the jail's bonding window or the clerk of court and pay by cash, cashier's check or money order; many jails also take debit or credit cards for a fee through a lobby kiosk or an online bond vendor, and staff will need the inmate's full name and booking number (jail: 606-432-6291).
- A licensed bail bondsman in Pike County can assist with the process.
- An owner can often pledge land or a home as bond collateral by proving clear title and equity worth at least the bond, frequently double the bond, with a deed and a recent tax or appraisal value; the court that set bail must approve the property before release.
For more details on the bail process in Pike County, Kentucky, visit the Pike County Detention Center Bail Page.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the Pike County Detention Center? What is the Schedule?
Pike County Detention Center Inmate Visitation Schedule
172 Division Street
Pikeville, KY 41501
606-432-6291
- First, you must register an account with Correct Pay, then add Pike County Detention Center, then your inmate.
- Second, you can choose a time to visit.
- You can also schedule an appointment on the jail visitation kiosk.
- Offsite Video Visits can be done on Android, IOS (Apple) or Windows devices.
- Inmates will be allowed one 20-minute onsite visit per week.
- The number of visitors is limited to three (any combination of adult/children).
- There is no charge for the Onsite Video Visits.
- Offsite Video Visits cost $7.60 for 20 minutes.
- All visits must be scheduled 24 hours prior to the appointment or up to 2 weeks in advance.
- CHECK-IN: 10 minutes prior to scheduled visit.
- Valid picture identification (e.g., driver’s license, State I.D., or Military I.D.) is required at Check-In.
- Visitors under the age of 17 must be listed as an additional visitor and accompanied and supervised by an authorized visitor over the age of 18.
- If a visitor loses internet connection during an offsite video visitation session, no refund will be issued.
ON-SITE VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | No on site visits |
| MONDAY | 12:00noon to 3:50PM |
| TUESDAY | 9:00AM to 10:00AM 12:00noon to 3:50PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 9:00AM to 10:00AM 12:00noon to 3:50PM |
| THURSDAY | 9:00AM to 10:00AM 12:00noon to 3:50PM |
| FRIDAY | 9:00AM to 10:00AM 12:00noon to 3:50PM |
| SATURDAY | 9:00AM to 10:00AM 12:00noon to 3:50PM |
REMOTE VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY | 12:00noon to 10:20PM |
| MONDAY | 12:00noon to 10:20PM |
| TUESDAY | 12:00noon to 10:20PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 12:00noon to 10:20PM |
| THURSDAY | 12:00noon to 10:20PM |
| FRIDAY | 12:00noon to 10:20PM |
| SATURDAY | 12:00noon to 10:20PM |
Pike County Detention Center uses the services of correctpay.com (aka JailFunds) for you to schedule and visit your inmate via remote video visitation.
You can ‘video visit’ your inmate one of three ways:
- Visit from your home computer.
- Visit from the correctpay VendEngine Kiosk in the jail lobby.
- Visit by using the JailFunds iphone or Android app
Go here to begin the process to schedule a visit.
What is the cost to do remote video visitation?
Paid Remote Visits
Having a remote visit from your Home or app, the cost of each 20-25 minute ‘friends and family remote visit’ will be approximately $7.95 plus tax.
FREE Remote Visits
Visitors can also choose to come to the jail and video chat with an inmate via the JailFunds/VendEngine kiosk in the lobby. The video visit on-site at the jail is FREE.
You can deposit money four different ways:
- Deposit online at correctpay.com
- Deposit at the correctpay VendEngine kiosk in the Pike County Detention Center lobby.
- Deposit over the phone 24/7 at 855-836-3364
- Deposit through their iOS or Android app.
Attorney Visits only! < (Lawyers, go here)
correctpay.com Help
24/7 Customer Service - 855-836-3364
Frequently Asked Questions
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Pike County Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 606-432-6291 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Pike County Detention Center?
Pike County Detention Center Inmate Visitation Schedule
172 Division Street
Pikeville, KY 41501
606-432-6291
- First, you must register an account with Correct Pay, then add Pike County Detention Center, then your inmate.
- Second, you can choose a time to visit.
- You can also schedule an appointment on the jail visitation kiosk.
- Offsite Video Visits can be done on Android, IOS (Apple) or Windows devices.
- Inmates will be allowed one 20-minute onsite visit per week.
- The number of visitors is limited to three (any combination of adult/children).
- There is no charge for the Onsite Video Visits.
- Offsite Video Visits cost $7.60 for 20 minutes.
- All visits must be scheduled 24 hours prior to the appointment or up to 2 weeks in advance.
- CHECK-IN: 10 minutes prior to scheduled visit.
- Valid picture identification (e.g., driver’s license, State I.D., or Military I.D.) is required at Check-In.
- Visitors under the age of 17 must be listed as an additional visitor and accompanied and supervised by an authorized visitor over the age of 18.
- If a visitor loses internet connection during an offsite video visitation session, no refund will be issued.
ON-SITE VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | No on site visits |
| MONDAY | 12:00noon to 3:50PM |
| TUESDAY | 9:00AM to 10:00AM 12:00noon to 3:50PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 9:00AM to 10:00AM 12:00noon to 3:50PM |
| THURSDAY | 9:00AM to 10:00AM 12:00noon to 3:50PM |
| FRIDAY | 9:00AM to 10:00AM 12:00noon to 3:50PM |
| SATURDAY | 9:00AM to 10:00AM 12:00noon to 3:50PM |
REMOTE VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY | 12:00noon to 10:20PM |
| MONDAY | 12:00noon to 10:20PM |
| TUESDAY | 12:00noon to 10:20PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 12:00noon to 10:20PM |
| THURSDAY | 12:00noon to 10:20PM |
| FRIDAY | 12:00noon to 10:20PM |
| SATURDAY | 12:00noon to 10:20PM |
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Pike County Detention Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 606-432-6291 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Pike County Detention Center?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Pike County Detention Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 606-432-6291 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Pike County Detention Center?
How Do Inmates in Pike County Detention Center Make Phone Calls?
To receive phone calls from inmates in Pike County, or to assist them in making phone calls to other people, follow these steps:
- Pike 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 Pike 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 Pike 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 Pike County Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 606-432-6291 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the Pike County Detention Center, and what can I send them?
Pike County Detention Center Inmate Mail Guidelines
Postcards
Ask the Pike County Detention Center whether it accepts postcards, and what size and type, before mailing one. Always include your name and return address.
Envelopes
The Pike County Detention Center 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 & Inmate ID#
Pike County Detention Center
172 Division Street
Pikeville, KY 41501
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Pike County Detention Center
172 Division Street
Pikeville, KY 41501
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
Ask the Pike County Detention Center whether books can be mailed in, and whether they must come straight from a publisher or retailer 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 Pike County Detention Center standards will be disposed of.
Ask the Pike County Detention Center whether hardcover books are accepted.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Pike County Detention Center
172 Division Street
Pikeville, KY 41501
Pike County Detention Center Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?
For inmates receiving mail in the Pike County Detention Center 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 Pike County Detention Center:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Pike County Detention Center
172 Division Street
Pikeville, KY 41501
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 Pike County Detention Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 606-432-6291 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Pike County Detention Center, and what can I purchase?
Purchasing a Pike County Detention Center Inmate Commissary
Pike County Detention Center allows inmates to purchase commissary, which is a jail affiliated store that sells snacks, hygiene products, stationary, clothing and even e-cigs and nicotine pouches (where allowed).
You can buy commissary for an inmate using an online service called Kellwell Commissary.
These items can be purchased once a week.
This amount you can spend each week is set by the facility. Call 606-432-6291 in order to confirm the amount that cannot be exceeded.
Inmates have access to commissary packages that can be purchased and shipped to the inmate by friends and family.
You can also go to our Inmate Money page for information on how to send money to an inmate.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Pike County Detention Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 606-432-6291 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Pike 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 Pike County Detention Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 606-432-6291 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the Pike 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 Pike County Detention Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 606-432-6291 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessWhat are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Pike County?
The Pike County Detention Center serves the following cities and towns of Pike County: Elkhorn City, Pikeville and Virgie.
