Clay County Jail
Kentucky
Clay County Detention Center
The Clay County Detention Center in Manchester is run by the elected Clay County Jailer, not the sheriff, as is standard in Kentucky.
- Address
- 316 Main Street, Manchester, KY 40962
- Phone
- (606) 598-2122
How to find an inmate
To check whether someone is held at the Clay County Detention Center in Manchester, call the facility and give the person's full name and date of birth. You can also search Kentucky's VINELink service for county jail custody status. For people sentenced to state prison, use the Kentucky Department of Corrections Offender Online Lookup (KOOL).
Visitation
The Clay County Jailer's office sets visitation rules at the detention center in Manchester. Visitors usually need valid photo ID and may have to be on an approved list. Call the facility to confirm current visiting days, hours, and whether visits are in person or by video.
Bail and bond
Bail in Clay County is set by a Kentucky district or circuit judge, and Kentucky does not allow commercial bail bondsmen. Bond is usually paid through the Clay County Circuit Court Clerk or at the jail, depending on the time of day. Call the detention center or the Circuit Clerk's office to confirm the bond amount and accepted payment methods.
Mail and money
Mail for inmates goes to the person's full name at the Clay County Detention Center address in Manchester, and staff inspect it for contraband. Money for commissary accounts is deposited through methods approved by the jail. Call the facility to confirm mail rules, deposit options, and any fees before sending anything.
Frequently asked questions
How do I find out if someone is in the Clay County Detention Center?
Call the detention center with the person's full name and date of birth, or check Kentucky VINELink.
What is the address of the Clay County Detention Center?
The listed address is 316 Main Street, Manchester, KY 40962. Confirm it by phone before visiting or mailing.
How do I post bail in Clay County, KY?
Bond is set by a judge and paid through the Circuit Court Clerk or at the jail, because Kentucky has no commercial bail bondsmen. Call the jail to confirm the amount and how to pay.
Can I send money to an inmate at the Clay County Detention Center?
Yes, through the jail's approved commissary deposit methods. Call the facility for current options and fees.