Hancock County Jail
Kentucky
Daviess County Detention Center (holds Hancock County inmates)
Hancock County has no county jail, so people arrested in Hancock County are generally held at a regional facility such as the Daviess County Detention Center in Owensboro under contract.
- Address
- 3337 US Highway 60 East, Owensboro, KY 42303
- Phone
- (270) 685-8466
How to find an inmate
Hancock County has no county jail, so first call the Hancock County Sheriff's Office in Hawesville to confirm which facility is holding the person. If it is the Daviess County Detention Center in Owensboro, call that facility with the person's full name and date of birth. For people sentenced to state prison, use the Kentucky Department of Corrections KOOL offender locator.
Visitation
Visits follow the rules of the facility holding the inmate, usually the Daviess County Detention Center in Owensboro, which is run by the Daviess County Jailer. Visitors generally must register in advance and bring a valid photo ID. Call the facility to confirm the current schedule and rules before you go.
Bail and bond
Bail for Hancock County charges is set by a Hancock County District or Circuit Court judge, and payments are generally handled through the Hancock County Circuit Court Clerk or at the holding facility. Kentucky does not allow commercial bail bondsmen, so bail is paid directly to the court. Call the circuit clerk or the holding facility to confirm the amount, accepted payment types, and where to pay.
Mail and money
Mail and money go to the facility where the inmate is actually held, not to Hancock County. Address mail with the inmate's full name and the facility address, and follow its rules on content and packages. Contact the facility for current approved deposit methods before sending funds.
Frequently asked questions
Does Hancock County, KY have a jail?
No. Hancock County has no county jail, and its inmates are generally held at a regional facility such as the Daviess County Detention Center in Owensboro.
How do I find out if someone from Hancock County is in jail?
Call the Hancock County Sheriff's Office to confirm where the person is held, then call that facility with the person's full name and date of birth.
How do I post bail in Hancock County?
Bail is set by the Hancock County court and paid to the court, often through the circuit clerk or the holding facility. Kentucky does not use commercial bail bondsmen.
Can I send money to a Hancock County inmate?
Yes. Send it to the facility holding the inmate, and call that facility first to confirm the approved methods.