Allen County Jail
Kentucky
Allen County Detention Center
The Allen County Detention Center in Scottsville is run by the elected Allen County Jailer.
- Address
- Scottsville, KY 42164
How to find an inmate
To check whether someone is held at the Allen County Detention Center in Scottsville, call the facility with the person's full name and date of birth, or check its official website for a roster. The facility is run by the Allen County Jailer. For people sentenced to state prison, use the Kentucky Department of Corrections KOOL lookup.
Visitation
The Allen County Detention Center sets its own visitation rules and approved visit formats. Call the facility in Scottsville before visiting to confirm the current schedule, ID requirements, and dress code.
Bail and bond
Kentucky does not allow commercial bail bonding, so bail is paid to the court. In Allen County, bail is typically posted at the detention center or with the Allen Circuit Court Clerk. Confirm the bail amount and accepted payment types with the facility or the clerk.
Mail and money
Inmate mail at the Allen County Detention Center must follow the facility's addressing and content rules. Money for commissary is usually deposited through the jail's approved methods. Confirm current mail rules and deposit options with the facility.
Frequently asked questions
How do I find out if someone is in the Allen County Detention Center?
Call the detention center in Scottsville with the person's full name and date of birth. Use Kentucky DOC KOOL for state prison inmates.
Where is the Allen County Detention Center?
It is in Scottsville, Kentucky, and is run by the Allen County Jailer.
How do I post bail in Allen County?
Pay bail at the detention center or through the Allen Circuit Court Clerk. Kentucky does not use commercial bondsmen.
Can I send money to an inmate at the Allen County Detention Center?
Generally yes, through the facility's approved commissary deposit methods. Confirm the details with the jail.