Floyd County Jail
Kentucky
Floyd County Detention Center
The Floyd County Detention Center in Prestonsburg is run by the elected Floyd County Jailer, not the sheriff, as is standard in Kentucky.
- Address
- Prestonsburg, KY 41653
How to find an inmate
To check whether someone is held at the Floyd County Detention Center in Prestonsburg, call the facility or the Floyd County Jailer's office with the person's full name and date of birth, or check the Kentucky VINE notification service. If the person has been sentenced to state prison, use the Kentucky Department of Corrections KOOL offender locator.
Visitation
The Floyd County Jailer's office sets visitation rules. These may include registration, approved visitor lists, and video visits. Call the detention center before visiting to confirm the current schedule, ID requirements, and dress code.
Bail and bond
In Kentucky, a judge sets bail and pretrial release terms, and bail is posted with the Circuit Court Clerk or at the jail. Kentucky does not allow commercial bail bonding. Call the Floyd County Detention Center or the Floyd County Circuit Court Clerk to confirm the amount, accepted payment methods, and where to pay.
Mail and money
Mail must include the inmate's full name and the facility address, and it is subject to inspection under jail rules. Commissary deposits and phone accounts usually go through approved methods set by the jail. Confirm current mail rules and deposit options with the facility before sending anything.
Frequently asked questions
How do I find out if someone is in the Floyd County Detention Center?
Call the detention center in Prestonsburg with the person's full name and date of birth, or check Kentucky VINE. For state prisoners, use the KY DOC KOOL locator.
Who runs the Floyd County Detention Center?
The elected Floyd County Jailer operates the facility, not the sheriff.
How do I post bail in Floyd County?
Bail is set by a judge and paid through the Circuit Court Clerk or at the jail. Call ahead to confirm the amount and accepted payment methods.
Can I send money to an inmate at the Floyd County Detention Center?
Yes, through the jail's approved deposit methods. Confirm the current options and any limits with the facility.