Hardin County Jail
Kentucky
Hardin County Detention Center
The Hardin County Detention Center in Elizabethtown is operated by the elected Hardin County Jailer.
- Address
- 100 Lawson Boulevard, Elizabethtown, KY 42701
- Phone
- (270) 765-4159
How to find an inmate
To check whether someone is held at the Hardin County Detention Center in Elizabethtown, use the facility's online inmate listing if one is available, or call the detention center with the person's full name and date of birth. Kentucky's VINELink service can also show custody status. For people sentenced to state prison, use the Kentucky Department of Corrections KOOL offender locator.
Visitation
Visitation at the Hardin County Detention Center is managed by the Hardin County Jailer's office. Visitors usually must schedule in advance and bring a valid government-issued photo ID. Confirm the current schedule, method (in person or video), and dress code with the facility before visiting.
Bail and bond
Bail for Hardin County charges is set by a Hardin County District or Circuit Court judge. Kentucky does not allow commercial bail bondsmen, so bail is paid directly to the court, through the Hardin County Circuit Court Clerk or at the detention center. Call the clerk or the jail to confirm the amount, accepted payment forms, and where to pay.
Mail and money
Mail to inmates should include the inmate's full name and the Hardin County Detention Center address in Elizabethtown, and it must follow facility rules on content. Money can usually be added to an inmate's commissary account through methods the facility approves. Check with the detention center for current deposit options and any mail restrictions.
Frequently asked questions
How do I find out if someone is in the Hardin County Detention Center?
Check the facility's inmate listing or VINELink, or call (270) 765-4159 with the person's full name and date of birth.
What is the address of the Hardin County Detention Center?
It is at 100 Lawson Boulevard, Elizabethtown, KY 42701.
How do I post bail in Hardin County?
Bail is set by the court and paid through the Hardin County Circuit Court Clerk or at the jail. Kentucky does not use commercial bail bondsmen.
Can I send money to an inmate at the Hardin County Detention Center?
Yes, through the facility's approved commissary deposit methods. Contact the jail to confirm the current options.