Russell County KY Detention Center Inmate Search & Info
Russell County Detention Center Inmate Search, Bond & Family Information
If someone was arrested in Russell County, start with the detention center’s current inmate list rather than an old booking directory. Once you locate the person, this guide helps you move from simply finding a name to handling bond, court, visits, calls, money, mail and release checks.
Russell County Detention Center Quick Facts
Russell County government’s directory links to the county detention center, and Kentucky Department of Corrections records identify Bobby Dunbar as Russell County Jailer. The jail is on Brian Walters Drive in Jamestown.
County detention facility serving Russell County, Kentucky.
Jamestown, KY 42642-4040
Listed in Kentucky DOC’s 2025 District 20 county directory.
How to Search Russell County Detention Center Inmates
The detention center maintains a searchable current-inmate list. Use that local roster for county custody; Kentucky’s KOOL system is more useful when you are checking state correctional supervision or a later transfer.
Open the detention center’s inmate list
Start with the Russell County Detention Center current-inmate page linked from the facility’s website.
Search with as little information as needed
Try the surname first. Add the first name when several people have similar names.
Open the matching record
Review the identifying details, booking information, charges, status and bond fields that are available in the current roster.
Write down the inmate identifier
The inmate or booking number can be useful when calling the jail, sending mail or setting up an approved service.
Confirm anything that affects money or travel
Call 270-858-6900 if custody, bond, visitation or another time-sensitive item is unclear.
What the Jail Search Information Means
A booking record is mainly a custody record. It can help identify the person and the reason listed for detention, but it should not be treated as the final court history.
| Field | What to do with it |
|---|---|
| Inmate / booking ID | Save it. You may need the identifier for facility calls, mail or inmate-service accounts. |
| Booking date | Shows when the person entered the booking process; it is not the same as a conviction date. |
| Charge | Read every listed charge. Court filings can later change, amend or dismiss an allegation. |
| Bond | Use as a starting point only. Confirm eligibility, amount and payment procedure before sending money. |
| Custody status | Helps determine whether the person is still housed locally, has been released or may require another search. |
Can’t Find the Person in the Russell County Jail Roster?
A missing name does not always mean the arrest information is wrong. Recent booking, release, transfer or custody by a different agency can all produce a no-result search.
If the arrest just happened
Call 270-858-6900 with the person’s full legal name and date of birth if known. Ask whether booking is complete and whether the person is currently housed there.
If the person was listed earlier
Check VINE for custody-status information, then use Kentucky KOOL if you have reason to believe the person entered state correctional custody.
You Confirmed the Person Is in Russell County Detention Center. What Next?
Do not start opening payment and communication services immediately. First capture the jail record, understand the bond situation and identify the related court case.
Also note the booking date, charges and any listed bond.
A displayed amount does not always mean immediate release is available.
Use Kentucky Court of Justice resources for the judicial side of the case.
Verify the detention center’s current communication provider before funding an account.
Current service information indicates video-based visitation is used.
Verify the inmate and current provider before sending money.
Russell County KY Bail and Bond: Verify Before Paying
Bond information can appear with a jail booking, but the court controls release conditions. Before paying, confirm that the person is eligible for release and that no additional hold prevents it.
Read every charge and bond entry
An inmate can have multiple charges. Check whether each one has a bond or another status.
Call the jail if the entry is unclear
Ask whether the displayed bond is current and which office accepts the permitted payment.
Confirm the court handling the case
Russell County District and Circuit matters are handled through the Kentucky Court of Justice system.
Ask exactly what form of payment is allowed
Do not assume cash, card, property or a commercial surety is accepted for a particular case.
Ask what happens after payment
Release still requires the jail to receive and process the correct authorization.
Find the Russell County Court Case
The jail roster tells you about detention. Russell County’s Circuit Court Clerk is the correct local starting point for court records involving Circuit, Family and District Court matters.
202 Monument Square, Suite 106
Jamestown, KY 42629
Office of Circuit Court Clerk.
| Source | Best for |
|---|---|
| Russell County jail roster | Current local custody, booking information, listed charges and available bond information. |
| District Court | Many misdemeanor, traffic, preliminary and lower-court criminal matters. |
| Circuit Court | Felony proceedings and other matters within Circuit Court jurisdiction. |
| Circuit Court Clerk | Official starting point for requesting Russell County court-case records and copies. |
How to request a court record
Identify the defendant
Use the legal name from the jail record and note the booking/charge information.
Contact the Circuit Court Clerk
The Kentucky Court of Justice says the county Circuit Clerk is the starting point for copies of local court records.
Ask for the case number
A case number makes later docket, hearing and copy requests easier.
The Russell County Judicial Center currently lists public office hours of 8:00 AM–4:30 PM Monday through Friday. It is closed Saturday and Sunday.
Official Russell County Court PageRussell County Detention Center Visitation
Current jail-service information identifies video visitation for Russell County Detention Center, including on-site and remote options. Because the detention center’s own website was unavailable during this review, confirm the current provider and schedule before creating an account.
Custody can change after a court appearance, release or transfer.
Video-visitation systems commonly require verified visitor registration.
Call 270-858-6900 if the official detention website does not clearly identify the active service.
Practical visit checklist
- Confirm current custody
- Get the inmate ID
- Verify visitor eligibility
- Confirm current visitation provider
- Choose on-site or remote option if offered
- Schedule before traveling
- Have photo identification ready
- Follow dress and conduct rules
Inmate Phone Calls and Communication
Inmates generally make outgoing calls through the facility’s contracted communication system rather than receiving normal incoming calls. Verify the current vendor before putting money into a telephone account.
Can I call an inmate directly?
Do not call the jail expecting staff to transfer you to an inmate. Use the approved inmate communication system once you confirm the current provider.
What should I have before setting up calls?
Keep the inmate’s legal name and identification number available so the account is attached to the correct person.
How to Send Money to a Russell County Inmate
Money placed on an inmate account can typically be used for approved commissary or communication purchases. Verify the current deposit provider and inmate ID before starting any transaction.
Current jail-service listings identify a lobby kiosk. Confirm accepted payment types before traveling.
Do not use a payment website merely because it appears in search results.
Call the jail for its current money-order policy and exact addressing requirements.
Confirm custody
Make sure the person is still in Russell County Detention Center.
Save the inmate number
A missing or incorrect identifier can delay or misdirect a transaction.
Verify the current payment vendor
Use the facility website or call 270-858-6900 before entering card information.
Check the fee before submitting
Review the final amount, service fee and inmate identity before confirming payment.
How to Send Mail to Russell County Detention Center
The facility address is 228 Brian Walters Drive in Jamestown. Before mailing personal correspondence, confirm the jail’s current inmate-mail format because facilities can change scanning vendors or addressing requirements.
Inmate’s Full Legal Name
Inmate ID / Booking Number
228 Brian Walters Drive
Jamestown, KY 42642-4040
Confirm the current personal-mail address and required identifier with the detention center before mailing.
Before sealing the envelope
- Use the booked legal name
- Add the inmate ID when required
- Include your full return address
- Do not send cash
- Check current photo restrictions
- Check publication rules separately
- Do not assume legal mail follows ordinary-mail rules
- Confirm rules before sending valuable material
How to Check Whether an Inmate Was Released or Transferred
Someone disappearing from the Russell County inmate list does not tell you exactly what happened. The person may have been released, transferred, moved into state custody or placed under another correctional status.
1. Recheck the Russell County roster
Make sure the person is no longer appearing under a slightly different name or record.
2. Call the detention center
Ask whether the individual remains in local custody or has been released or transferred.
3. Check Kentucky VINE
VINE can provide custody-status information from jail booking systems and correctional facilities.
4. Search Kentucky KOOL
Use Kentucky Offender Online Lookup if the person may now be under Department of Corrections supervision.
5. Review the court case
Judicial activity may help explain a release, sentence, court order or change in custody.
Get Kentucky VINE Custody Notifications
Kentucky VINE is a free statewide custody-information and notification system. Kentucky DOC says it receives information from jail booking systems, prisons and certain other facilities.
VINE can tell users whether an offender is in custody and provide available status information.
Registered users can receive notices when qualifying custody changes occur.
County Jail Search vs. Kentucky Offender Online Lookup
Russell County’s roster and Kentucky KOOL solve different problems. If you only want a person currently booked locally, start with the detention center.
Best starting point for current local detention and recent booking information.
Useful for Kentucky DOC offenders, supervision information and people who may have moved beyond county custody.
KOOL allows searches using name, DOC number, PID number, offender type, supervision status and other filters. Kentucky DOC recommends entering as little information as needed to find a match.
Before Calling the Detention Center
Staff can usually respond more efficiently when you provide enough identifying information and ask one specific question.
Full legal name, spelling and date of birth if known.
Inmate ID, booking number, booking date or arrest date if available.
Ask specifically about custody, bond, visitation, mail, money, release or current provider.
Russell County Jail, Sheriff and Court Contacts
| Office | Phone | Use it for |
|---|---|---|
| Russell County Detention Center | 270-858-6900 | Current custody, facility procedures and detention questions. |
| Russell County Sheriff | 270-343-2191 | Sheriff’s Office matters; this is separate from the detention-center front desk. |
| Circuit Court Clerk |
270-343-2185 270-343-2186 |
Russell County court records and Circuit Court Clerk services. |
| Kentucky VINE | 1-800-511-1670 | Custody-status information and qualifying notifications. |
| KY DOC Victim Services |
502-564-5061 877-687-6818 |
Kentucky Department of Corrections victim-services questions. |
Russell County Detention Center Location
The Kentucky Department of Corrections lists County Jailer Bobby Dunbar at 228 Brian Walters Drive, Jamestown, KY 42642-4040. Confirm the purpose of your visit before driving to the jail.
Official Resources for Russell County Inmate and Court Information
These are the primary government or government-linked resources for live custody, court and state-corrections information. Use them when a live lookup or transaction is required.
Detention-center website linked from Russell County government’s official site directory.
Use first when looking for someone currently housed in the county detention center.
Official county directory linking the detention center, Circuit Court and other county services.
Current Judicial Center, Circuit Court Clerk, contact information, hours and court-record guidance.
Search Kentucky Department of Corrections offender information after a transfer or when state supervision may apply.
Free custody-status and notification information from the Kentucky Department of Corrections.
Russell County KY Detention Center FAQs
How do I search for an inmate in Russell County, Kentucky?
Start with the Russell County Detention Center current-inmate list. Search the person’s name, open the matching record and save the inmate identifier, charges and available bond information.
What is the Russell County Detention Center phone number?
The current published detention-center number is 270-858-6900.
Where is Russell County Detention Center located?
Kentucky Department of Corrections lists the County Jailer at 228 Brian Walters Drive, Jamestown, KY 42642-4040.
Who is the Russell County jailer?
Kentucky DOC’s October 2025 District 20 resource directory lists Bobby Dunbar as Russell County Jailer.
Why can’t I find someone who was just arrested?
The person may still be going through booking, may be held by another agency or may not yet appear in the public list. Call 270-858-6900 if the arrest is recent.
What should I save after finding an inmate?
Save the full booked name, inmate or booking number, booking date, listed charges and bond information. These details are useful for later jail, court, mail and service questions.
Does a Russell County inmate record show whether someone is guilty?
No. A jail booking records custody and allegations. Guilt is determined through the court process, and charges can be amended or dismissed.
How do I check an inmate’s bond?
Review the current jail record, then confirm the amount and release eligibility with the detention center or court before paying. Check for additional charges or holds.
Where do I find the inmate’s Russell County court case?
Use the Kentucky Court of Justice Russell County page or contact the Office of Circuit Court Clerk at 270-343-2185 or 270-343-2186.
Where is the Russell County Judicial Center?
The Kentucky Court of Justice lists the Russell County Judicial Center at 202 Monument Square, Suite 106, Jamestown, KY 42629.
What are the Russell County Circuit Clerk office hours?
The current Kentucky Court of Justice page lists office hours of 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM Monday through Friday, with the office closed Saturday and Sunday.
How do I request Russell County court records?
The Kentucky Court of Justice says the Office of Circuit Court Clerk is the starting point for requesting records from Circuit, Family and District Court cases in the county.
How do I visit an inmate at Russell County Detention Center?
Current service information indicates video visitation is used. Confirm the current platform, inmate eligibility and schedule with the detention center before registering or traveling.
Can I call an inmate directly?
Do not expect the detention center to transfer an incoming call directly to an inmate. Inmates generally place outgoing calls through the facility’s approved communication system.
Which phone company does Russell County Detention Center use?
Current jail-service listings identify InmateSales or Combined Public Communications, but the detention center website was unavailable during this verification. Confirm the active provider before paying for phone or video credits.
How do I send money to a Russell County inmate?
First confirm the inmate is still housed there and obtain the inmate ID. Then verify the current deposit provider or lobby option directly with the detention center before making payment.
What address should I use for inmate mail?
The facility is at 228 Brian Walters Drive, Jamestown, KY 42642-4040. Confirm the current personal-mail address and required inmate identifier with the detention center before mailing because mail-routing rules can change.
How can I find out if an inmate was released?
Recheck the county inmate list, call the detention center and use Kentucky VINE. If the person may have entered state correctional custody, also search Kentucky KOOL.
What is Kentucky VINE?
VINE is Kentucky’s free automated offender custody-information and notification service. It can provide custody status and allow qualifying users to register for notifications.
What is the Kentucky VINE phone number?
Kentucky Department of Corrections lists the statewide VINE number as 1-800-511-1670.
Will an inmate know that I registered for VINE alerts?
Kentucky DOC says the offender is not told that you registered for VINE notifications.
Should I use Kentucky KOOL instead of the county inmate list?
For current Russell County jail custody, start with the county detention-center roster. KOOL is more useful when checking Kentucky Department of Corrections custody or supervision.
Why can KOOL and the county jail information look different?
They cover different correctional information and update through different processes. Kentucky DOC also warns that KOOL offender data newer than 120 days may not yet be finalized.
What should I do before paying bond or sending inmate money?
Confirm the person’s identity, current custody, inmate number, exact amount and approved payment method directly through the jail, court or verified service provider.
Russell County government, Kentucky Department of Corrections, Kentucky Court of Justice, Kentucky KOOL and Kentucky VINE sources were reviewed for this guide.
The Russell County Detention Center website was temporarily unavailable during part of the review. Time-sensitive visitation, communication and deposit-provider information should therefore be confirmed before payment or travel.
Verification-first detention guideCountyDetentionCenter.org is an independent informational resource. It is not operated by Russell County, Russell County Detention Center, Kentucky Department of Corrections or the Kentucky Court of Justice.
All arrestees are presumed innocent until proven guilty. Jail records and charges may change as a case proceeds through court.