Todd County Detention Center
Todd County Detention Center
Contact the 137-bed Todd County Detention Center 24 hours a day at 270-265-9966 ext. 211 for inmate information.
People arrested in the county for misdemeanors and felonies are brought here for booking and processing. When the charges require it, they are held until they bond out, are released on their own recognizance, or are ordered to remain in custody until their trial is decided.
The inmate search tool lets you look up anyone currently in custody.
Those sentenced to under one year do their time in this jail. Those sentenced to more than one year are sent to the Kentucky State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page contains information about searching the jail roster, directions to the jail, and inmate services such as visitation, account funding, mail, phone calls, voicemail, email and texting, tablet rentals, bail bonds, and commissary.
Save the inmate’s booking number or jail ID; you’ll need it for most communication. If it’s not online, call Todd County Detention Center at 270-265-9966 ext. 211.
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270-265-9966 ext. 211Mailing address (personal mail)
Todd County Detention Center
201 E. McReynolds Drive
PO Box 808
Elkton, Kentucky 42220
Mailing address (legal mail or subscriptions)
Todd County Detention Center
201 E. McReynolds Drive
PO Box 808
Elkton, Kentucky 42220
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Todd 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 270-265-9966 ext. 211 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,
Todd County Detention Center Inmate Search
The Todd County Detention Center maintains an average of 137 offenders in custody on any given day. The Todd 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 Todd County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 2,740 offenders.
The following charts of Todd 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 Todd 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 Todd 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 Todd 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 137-bed Todd County Detention Center is responsible for the housing and care of those who are accused or convicted of committing a misdemeanor or felony in Todd 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 one story, red brick facilityis located on E. McReynolds Drive, between Williams Lane and Allen Street in Elkton, Kentucky.
If you have questions regarding an inmate or the programs and services provided, the staff can be reached at 270-265-9966 ext. 211, 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 Todd 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#
Todd County Detention Center
201 E. McReynolds Drive
PO Box 808
Elkton, Kentucky 42220
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#
Todd County Detention Center
201 E. McReynolds Drive
PO Box 808
Elkton, Kentucky 42220
- Jail (Main): 270-265-9966 ext. 211
- Police: 270-265-9879
- Sheriff: 270-265-9966
How booking works at Todd County Detention Center
When someone is arrested, they are taken to Todd County Detention Center for booking. This process includes identifying them, deciding on charges, and determining if they will be eligible for bail or held until court.
It's important to stay silent during this process, as any statements made may be used in court. Legal advice should be sought before speaking about the case.
The following steps make up the booking process at Todd County Detention Center:
- Verification of personal details.
- Taking mugshots for identification purposes.
- Health assessments and questions about criminal history.
- Possible DNA collection if required.
- Search of the individual.
- Confiscation of personal property.
- Providing a phone call.
For more information on paying an arrestee’s bond, contact Todd County Detention Center at 270-265-9966 ext. 211.
Paying bail for someone in Todd County
After being arrested and booked into Todd County Detention Center in Elkton, the arrestee's situation will proceed in one of three ways:
1. They may be released without bail and required to attend a court hearing.
2. They may be held in custody until their court date.
3. Bail can be posted for their release; call 270-265-9966 ext. 211 for the exact bail amount.
There are multiple ways to pay bail.
- Cash bonds are paid in full at the jail's bonding window or with the clerk of court, accepted as cash, cashier's check or money order, and many jails let you pay by card at a lobby kiosk or with an online bond vendor for a fee; have the inmate's full name and booking number when you go, and the jail is at 270-265-9966 ext. 211.
- Licensed bail bond agents in Todd County can facilitate the process.
- Many courts accept a home or land as collateral for bond, as long as the owner proves clear title and equity at least equal to the bond amount (often twice it) with a deed and a current tax or appraisal value, and the court that set bail approves the pledge.
To get more information on the bail process in Todd County, Kentucky, visit the Todd County Detention Center Bail FAQ.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the Todd County Detention Center? What is the Schedule?
Todd County Detention Center ON-SITE (at the jail) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE
201 E. McReynolds Drive
Elkton, KY 42220
270-265-9966 ext. 211
Schedule Video Visits online with Inmate Canteen
- On-site Visits are free.
- Visits are 30 minutes.
- Visitation schedule subject to change.
- Inmates are allowed one visit per day however the weekly limit is determined by the inmates classification.
- A maximum of 2 guests are allowed per an on-site video session.
- All visits must be made at least 24 hours in advance.
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | 9:00AM - 7:30PM |
| MONDAY | 9:00AM - 7:30PM |
| TUESDAY | 9:00AM - 7:30PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 9:00AM - 7:30PM |
| THURSDAY | 9:00AM - 7:30PM |
| FRIDAY | 9:00AM - 7:30PM |
| SATURDAY | 9:00AM - 7:30PM |
Todd County Detention Center REMOTE (at home) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE
Schedule Video Visits online with Inmate Canteen
- All visits must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance.
- Remote visits are charged a fee of $6.95 for a 20 minute visit or $13.90 for a 40-minute visit.
- Visitation Schedule subject to change.
REMOTE VISITATION SCHEDULE
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM |
| MONDAY | 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM |
| TUESDAY | 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM |
| THURSDAY | 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM |
| FRIDAY | 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM |
| SATURDAY | 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM |
Attorneys have access to their clients during the following times:
9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Inmates cannot be seen during mealtimes, lockdowns and emergency situations.
- Attorneys may call 270-265-9966 ext. 211 for questions or appointments.
Todd County Detention Center uses the services of Inmate Canteen for 'At the Jail' Visitation with Inmates.
For best results use Google Chrome as your browser for accessing Inmate Canteen.
Instructions on Inmate Video Visitation:
- Register or Log in to your account
- Select the facility where the inmate is located and the inmate you wish to visit.
- Select the "Video Visit an Inmate" option
- Follow the prompts on screen to schedule the visit.
Video Visitation must be done from a computer using Google Chrome and an updated Adobe Flash player. Before starting this process you must make sure that your Adobe Flash player is fully updated and that you are using Google Chrome. First... Set up Flash, then restart your computer and then go to Google Chrome on your desktop or laptop computer and log on to Inmate Canteen.
Steps Inmate canteen Visitation:
1. Go to www.inmatecanteen.com on a computer (not supported on mobile devices i.e. tablets, cell phones, etc)
2. Log in, select your inmate, and select the Video Visit an Inmate option.
3. You will be required to fill out a form, submit a driver's license picture and a picture of your face. Once submitted, Todd County Detention Center will either approve or deny it.
4. Once approved you will be all set to video visit!
NOTES: Make sure you are allowing flash player to run in google chrome by selecting the lock icon to left of the browser. Flash Player needs to be set to “allow”. Then you can refresh the page and it should be good to go. If flash player is being blocked you will not be able to take a picture or see any video during the visitation. When you click on the video visitation link on the website, please visit the Audition Room to test your equipment. To find the Audition Room, please click on 'Video Visit an Inmate' and it will be located on the top of your screen. Here you can test and verify that your webcam and microphone are working. We highly recommend a hard line for video visiting, unstable internet can result in poor visit qualities.
How to Have Remote Video Visits with an Inmate in Todd County
To register and sign up for a remote visitation account with Inmate Canteen to communicate with your Todd County Detention Center inmate, follow the instructions below:
- Register and create an account with your Todd County inmate using Inmate Canteen.
- Inmate Canteen has excellent quality video visits between your home device and a video terminal in the inmate's housing area at Todd County Detention Center.
- You can also send and receive secure messages and use them to make and receive phone calls with your Todd County inmate.
- This is a fee based service.
Instructions for Inmate Video Visitation:
- Register or Log in to your account
- Select Todd County Detention Center and the inmate you wish to visit.
- Select the "Video Visit an Inmate" option
- Follow the prompts on screen to schedule the visit.
For all the information you need to know, including instructions, policies, tips and solutions to possible issues regarding visiting with an inmate (both at the jail and remotely) in Todd County, visit our full page guide.
Inmate Canteen Customer Service can be reached at 715-690-2965, or by email at support@inmatecanteen.com.
NOTE: All video visits are recorded and stored. Whatever you talk about, can and will be used against your inmate in court. Never discuss their pending criminal case!
Also, be warned that some video visits providers are collecting voice prints for a database which law enforcement agencies are building.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Todd County Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 270-265-9966 ext. 211 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Todd County Detention Center?
Todd County Detention Center uses the services of Inmate Canteen for Remote Video Visitation with Inmates.
For best results use Google Chrome as your browser for accessing Inmate Canteen.
Instructions on Inmate Video Visitation:
- Register or Log in to your account
- Select the facility where the inmate is located and the inmate you wish to visit.
- Select the "Video Visit an Inmate" option
- Follow the prompts on screen to schedule the visit.
Video Visitation must be done from a computer using Google Chrome and an updated Adobe Flash player. Before starting this process you must make sure that your Adobe Flash player is fully updated and that you are using Google Chrome. First... Set up Flash, then restart your computer and then go to Google Chrome on your desktop or laptop computer and log on to Inmate Canteen.
Steps Inmate canteen Visitation:
1. Go to www.inmatecanteen.com on a computer (not supported on mobile devices i.e. tablets, cell phones, etc)
2. Log in, select your inmate, and select the Video Visit an Inmate option.
3. You will be required to fill out a form, submit a driver's license picture and a picture of your face. Once submitted, Todd County Detention Center will either approve or deny it.
4. Once approved you will be all set to video visit!
NOTES: Make sure you are allowing flash player to run in google chrome by selecting the lock icon to left of the browser. Flash Player needs to be set to “allow”. Then you can refresh the page and it should be good to go. If flash player is being blocked you will not be able to take a picture or see any video during the visitation. When you click on the video visitation link on the website, please visit the Audition Room to test your equipment. To find the Audition Room, please click on 'Video Visit an Inmate' and it will be located on the top of your screen. Here you can test and verify that your webcam and microphone are working. We highly recommend a hard line for video visiting, unstable internet can result in poor visit qualities.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Todd County Detention Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 270-265-9966 ext. 211 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Todd County Detention Center?
Instructions on purchasing commissary items for an inmate:
NOTE: Todd County Detention Center may only allow online deposits for local commissary purchasing.
1. Register or Log in to your account at Inmate Canteen.
2. Select the facility where the inmate is located and the inmate you wish to purchase commissary items for.
3. Select the "Purchase Items" option.
4. Follow the prompts on screen to purchase items for an inmate.
Inmate Canteen Customer Service can be reached at 715-690-2965, or by email at support@inmatecanteen.com.
How to Send a Carepack Commissary Package Directly to an Inmate in Todd County
To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Todd County Detention Center follow these steps:
- Register to create an account, or Log in to your account at Inmate Canteen if you already have one.
- Select Kentucky, then Todd County Detention Center, and then the inmate you wish to purchase commissary items for.
- Select the "Purchase Commissary Items" option.
- Follow the prompts on screen to purchase items for an inmate.
- NOTE: Todd County Detention Center may at times only allow online deposits for your inmate to purchase their own commissary locally.
For all information, tips and to see the hundreds of available items for shipping Commissary packages to an inmate in Todd County Detention Center, or to see how deposit money so that your inmate can purchase their own commissary, check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Todd County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Todd County Detention Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 270-265-9966 ext. 211 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Todd County Detention Center?
How Do Inmates in Todd County Detention Center Make Phone Calls?
To receive phone calls from inmates in Todd County, or to assist them in making phone calls to other people, follow these steps:
- Todd 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 Todd 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 Todd 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 Todd County Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 270-265-9966 ext. 211 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the Todd County Detention Center, and what can I send them?
Todd County Detention Center Inmate Mail Guidelines
Postcards
Ask the Todd County Detention Center whether it accepts postcards, and what size and type, before mailing one. Always include your name and return address.
Envelopes
The Todd 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#
Todd County Detention Center
201 E. McReynolds Drive
PO Box 808
Elkton, Kentucky 42220
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Todd County Detention Center
201 E. McReynolds Drive
PO Box 808
Elkton, Kentucky 42220
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 Todd 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 Todd County Detention Center standards will be disposed of.
Ask the Todd County Detention Center whether hardcover books are accepted.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Todd County Detention Center
201 E. McReynolds Drive
PO Box 808
Elkton, Kentucky 42220
Todd County Detention Center Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?
For inmates receiving mail in the Todd 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 Todd County Detention Center:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Todd County Detention Center
201 E. McReynolds Drive
PO Box 808
Elkton, Kentucky 42220
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 Todd County Detention Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 270-265-9966 ext. 211 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Todd County Detention Center, and what can I purchase?
Instructions on purchasing commissary items for an inmate:
1. Register or Log in to your account at Inmate Canteen.
2. Select Kentucky, then Todd County Detention Center, and then the inmate you wish to purchase commissary items for.
3. Select the "Purchase Commissary Items" option.
4. Follow the prompts on screen to purchase items for an inmate.
5. Inmate Canteen Customer Service can be reached at 715-690-2965, or by email at support@inmatecanteen.com.
Inmate Canteen has a selection of hundreds of items available to purchase for inmates in Todd County.
The items range from candy, snacks, coffee and other drinks, undergarments, stationary supplies and more.
How to Send a Carepack Commissary Package Directly to an Inmate in Todd County
To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Todd County Detention Center follow these steps:
- Register to create an account, or Log in to your account at Inmate Canteen if you already have one.
- Select Kentucky, then Todd County Detention Center, and then the inmate you wish to purchase commissary items for.
- Select the "Purchase Commissary Items" option.
- Follow the prompts on screen to purchase items for an inmate.
For all information, tips and to see the hundreds of available items for shipping Commissary packages to an inmate in Todd County Detention Center, or to see how deposit money so that your inmate can purchase their own commissary, check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Todd County.
Inmate Canteen Customer Service can be reached at 715-690-2965, or by email at support@inmatecanteen.com.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Todd County Detention Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 270-265-9966 ext. 211 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Todd County Detention Center using an Online Messaging Service?
How to Send a Secure Email Message to an Inmate in Todd County
To send a secure email message to an inmate in Todd County Detention Center follow these steps:
- Register with Inmate Canteen to create an account or log in if you already have one.
- Select Kentucky, then select Todd County Detention Center, and then the inmate you want to send your message to.
- Add money to your account.
- Verify your email.
- Send message.
- NOTE: All messages between you and your Todd County inmate will be permanently recorded and seen by the staff and could be used against your inmate in court.
For all information on how to Text/Email an Inmate in Todd County Detention Center, the costs, rules, policies and more check out our Secure Messaging Guide for Todd County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Todd County Detention Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 270-265-9966 ext. 211 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the Todd 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 Todd County Detention Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 270-265-9966 ext. 211 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessWhat are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Todd County?
This facility, known as "Todd County Detention Center" is also known as Elkton Police Department, Todd County Jail & Detention Center, Todd County Jail & Detention Center, Kentucky, Todd.