Lyon County Jail
Kentucky
Lyon County Sheriff's Office (inmates housed at a contracted county detention center)
Lyon County has no county jail, so people arrested there are held at a neighboring county's detention center under contract; contact the Lyon County Jailer or Sheriff's Office in Eddyville to confirm which facility.
- Address
- Eddyville, KY 42038
How to find an inmate
Lyon County has no county jail, so people arrested there are housed at another county's detention center. Contact the Lyon County Sheriff's Office or Jailer in Eddyville with the person's full name and date of birth to learn where they are held, or search VINELink. For people sentenced to state prison, use the Kentucky Department of Corrections KOOL lookup at kool.corrections.ky.gov. The state prisons in Eddyville are DOC facilities and do not serve as the county jail.
Visitation
Visitation follows the rules of the facility where the Lyon County inmate is actually housed. Once you know the facility, contact it directly to confirm visiting options, registration, and ID requirements.
Bail and bond
Bail for Lyon County cases is set by the Kentucky Court of Justice and is paid through the Lyon County Circuit Court Clerk or at the housing facility. Kentucky does not allow commercial bail bondsmen. Call the clerk or the housing jail to confirm the amount and accepted payment methods.
Mail and money
Mail and money go to the facility where the inmate is housed, not to Lyon County. Contact that facility to confirm its mailing address, mail rules, and approved deposit methods.
Frequently asked questions
Does Lyon County, KY have a jail?
No. Lyon County has no county jail, and its inmates are held at a contracted detention center in another county.
How do I find someone arrested in Lyon County?
Contact the Lyon County Sheriff's Office or Jailer in Eddyville, or search VINELink to find the housing facility.
How do I post bail in Lyon County?
Bail is paid through the Lyon County Circuit Court Clerk or at the housing jail. Kentucky has no commercial bail bondsmen.
Can I send money to a Lyon County inmate?
Yes, through the facility where the inmate is housed. Contact that facility for its deposit options.