Hancock County Jail, KY Inmate Search, Visitation Hours
- 225 Main Cross Street North PO Box 580, Hawesville, KY, 42348
- 270-927-8770
Hancock County Jail inmate locator: Who's in jail, Probate Documents, Status, Mugshots, Bookings, Charges, Inmate List, Court, Booking Date, Last Name, Arrests, Release Date, Bond.
Hancock County Jail, located in Hawesville, Kentucky, is a medium-security detention center that houses inmates who are awaiting trial or sentencing. Hancock County Jail is run by the Hancock County Sheriff’s Department, and Sheriff supervises the jail. This facility has a capacity of 42 inmates and employs seven full-time staff.
Inmates are housed in separate areas of the jail depending on the crimes they committed, their current risk assessment, and their behavior. The mission of Hancock County Jail is to support and prepare the inmate for release—giving them their best chance to never return to jail.
Inmates at Hancock County Jail have access to various treatment and rehabilitation programs, including substance abuse programs and educational programs. Religious services and recreational time are available to all inmates. Inmates are given three meals a day—all meals are approved by a dietician.
Hancock County Jail - General Information
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Facility Name
Hancock County Jail
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Facility Type
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Address
225 Main Cross Street North PO Box 580, Hawesville, KY, 42348
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Phone
270-927-8770
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City
Hawesville
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Postal Code
42348
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State
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Country
Hancock County
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Facility Name
Hancock County Jail
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Facility Type
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Address
225 Main Cross Street North PO Box 580, Hawesville, KY, 42348
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Phone
270-927-8770
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Country
Hancock County
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City
Hawesville
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Postal Code
42348
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State
Hancock County Sheriff
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Address
225 Main Cross Street South, Hawesville, Kentucky, 42348
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Phone
270-927-6247
How to Find Someone in Hancock County Jail
If someone you know is serving time in Hancock County Jail, you can search for him or her in this Hancock County Jail log. You can search the roster, or you can simply do an inmate search of the inmate’s first and last name.
When you click on an inmate’s name, you will see his or her mugshot, booking number, date of birth, arrest date, and charges.
Send a Mail/Package
Inmates at Hancock County Jail may receive only metered, unstamped, plain white postcards no larger than 4" x 6" as mail. Writing must be in pencil or blue or black ink. Any other mail will be returned to the sender.
If no return address is available, unauthorized mail will be stored in the inmate's locker until the inmate's release.
To send a mail to an inmate at this facility, address the envelope as follows:
Inmate’s full name
Hancock County Jail
225 Main Cross Street North
PO Box 580, Hawesville, KY, 42348
Magazines and books may be sent to an inmate if they are directly from the publisher.
Sending Money
You can either send money to an inmate dropping off a money order at the Hancock County Jail, or you can use MoneyGram to deposit money in an inmate’s account.
Regardless of the method of sending funds, there are several key things you will need to know:
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Inmate’s full committed name
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Inmate’s ID number
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Inmate’s location – or a system like the federal BOP
Phone Calls
Inmates at Hancock County Jail are allowed to make phone calls through the system if there is money in the inmate’s account. Inmates are not allowed to receive incoming calls.
Hancock County Jail has a phone program where you set up an account through the third-party company, GlobalTel, and then they charge you fees for each minute called.
Visitation Rules
Hancock County Jail requires that all visitors to fill out an application prior to your visiting an inmate. Applications must be approved prior to visiting an inmate.
Jail visits are conducted in person behind glass or on a televised screen from another location. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian and guardians must provide proof of their guardianship.
Here are some other rules regarding visitation:
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Inmates at Hancock County Jail are only allowed 2 visits per month.
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Only one child is permitted to visit at a time.
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You must bring proper forms of identification for yourself and your child (birth certificate).
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Attorneys can visit inmates as many times as needed.
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You must cancel a scheduled visit at least two hours prior to your visit.
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If you do not show up for a visit more than twice in 30 days or 3 consecutive times, your visitation may be suspended.
You can call 270-927-8770 for questions regarding jail visitation.
VISITATION HOURS
Directions
Refer the map below to find the driving directions.