Henry County Jail – New Castle, KY

Henry County Jail is in Henry County and is the primary correctional facility for this county. Looking for somebody locked up in Henry County Jail? This guide gives you info about anything a person needs to know about Henry County Jail,like: How to locate an inmate. How to view Henry County Jail mugshots. The jail’s address and phone number. Bailing out of jail. Henry County Jail intake procedures. Henry County court information. And more…

The chance of going to jail is a scary idea, not only for the person who gets locked up, but also their family and friends. The goal of this guide is to give info that you need to make helping someone get out of jail less stressful. If you have specific questions, please feel free to ask it in the comment section below, and please leave any comments or tips that could be beneficial to other people in the same situation is appreciated.

Do you have a friend or family member in jail and need to find out where they are?

Do you know a family member or friend who’s been arrested and you want to find them?

In order to find out who is in jail at Henry County Jail you will have to visit their website and perform an inmate lookup.

The Henry County Jail Inmate Search is an online list of persons who have been arrested and are in jail, including status, how much their bail is, and times you can visit. Also, you are able to get information for anyone arrested and processed or discharged within the past 24 hours. Inmates are listed alphabetically by their last name. You will be able to locate their inmate information fast if you have the arrestee’s name, birth date, or arrest number.

If the person you are looking for is in another jail you should check the other Kentucky county jails in our Kentucky County Jail Guide: Other County Jails in Kentucky

A mugshot, also called a jail booking picture, is a picture taken by the police during jail intake processing. They take one frontal photo and one profile photo. Your full name and jail booking number will be in the photos, and they will be stored.

Mugshots of Henry County Jail prisoners can be viewed on the website, or you can view them at the Henry County Jail. When viewing online you will need to enter the inmate’s name, and the booking date, if you have it.

Do you want to get your mugshot removed from the Henry County Jail site? This is difficult, as the mugshot is a matter of public record. To get your mugshot taken down you must file a Petition to Expunge in court. What this means is that the record of your arrest would be sealed, so no one will be able to access them. Depending on your situation, this may be a longshot.

For more information about getting your mugshot removed, the different mugshot websites, and the websites that offer to remove your mugshot for you: How To Get Your Mugshot Taken Down

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Naturally, once you’re arrested and put in jail, your primary thought is about when you get out. After booking, your bail amount will be set either through a preset bail schedule or a magistrate. If no bail is set this may mean that you will either be free to go until your court date, or you have to stay in jail until your trial.

If you do bail out you are required to promise to be in court on your court date, and until then you will not be permitted to go out of town.

Usually, a prisoner can earn early release in exchange for good behavior when they follow the rules and area a good inmate while incarcerated.

If you prove to be trustworthy, you may be allowed to participate in a work release program. You will have to return to the jail at the end of the day after work, or you may be permitted to move to a halfway house when you are not working.

Bail is how much money that you have to pay in order to be released from jail until your court date. The amount you will have to pay all depends on the crime you’ve been charged with. You will have to post 10 percent of the total that was set so you are able to get out of jail. If you fail to show up for court, the person that bailed you out of jail will lose all of the bail money.

To find out someone’s bail amount you have to call the Henry County Jail or the County Courthouse. If know the person’s info, such as name, address and date of birth, they’ll tell you what their bail is set at. Also, you can find out how much their bail is on the jail website.

Having to get someone out of jail is never a fun thing, but in some cases, it’s very simple to do. To start with, you need to find out if their bail is a Cash Only Bond. If so, you will not be able to use the services of a bondsman. Cash only – the jail will not take checks. As soon as you’ve paid the bail bond, the inmate will be released. If the conditions of bail are not violated, the bail money you posted will be returned to you.

If the amount of bail set is large, or you can’t afford it yourself, you should hire a bail bondsman. Bail bondsmen will usually have a fee of 10-15% of the total amount of bail set by the magistrate, and in most cases have a minimum fee of $100. This money will not be returned to you and bondsmen usually only accept cash. If their bail has been set particularly high, the bondsman will request to use your assets, such as home, property or cars, as collateral for the bond in addition to their charges.

You can find a local bail bondsman go to: Bail bondsman

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• Early Release For Good Behavior
• Get Out on Work Release
• Released For Time Served
• Get Out on a Pre-Trial Release Program
• Get Released on House Arrest
• Get Released on Your Own Recognizance

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The jail intake process is made up of each of these steps:

• They’ll put you in a holding cell. If the jail is really busy, you will have to wait, sometimes for many hours, before you get processed.
• The first thing you will have to is you will answer some basic questions, like your full legal name, street address, birthdate and an emergency contact.
• You will also be asked about your medical and psychological history.
• You will be issued an inmate number.
• Your fingerprints will be taken.
• You will get your mugshot taken.
• Any personal property you have will be taken from you and stored until you get released from jail.
• You will be allowed to make a telephone call to talk to a member of your family, friend, or bondsman to arrange bail.
• If you are expected to be released shortly, you might be able to keep wearing your own clothes, if not you will be issued a jumpsuit.

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Once you are able to post bail, you will be discharged from jail. This process can take anywhere between 15 minutes to all day. In simple terms, the quicker bail is posted, the sooner you will get released. It also depends on whether you’ve got a cash bond or if the judge needs to decide on the bail amount. For minor offenses, you will simply be booked and then released on your recognizance without having to pay bail. If you have served a sentence in jail and know the discharge date, you should plan to be discharged at any time that day – but usually in the morning.

If you have a, or if you need to begin your sentence in jail, you really should follow the rules and turn yourself in willingly. In the case of an outstanding warrant, go down to the jail reception area, and tell someone that you think they might have a warrant for your arrest. They will check their system to see if there are any outstanding local, state or federal arrest warrants out for you, and if they verify that you have one, they will take you into custody. When reporting to serve a sentence, report at the exact time and date that the sentence order lists. Be very careful that you are not late. Be sure to only bring allowed items when you go to jail, like your driver’s license or even your ID, prescription medication, as well as the sentencing order from court.

Inmates must list information about each visitor to the jail in advance of the visit. Your visitor’s information will be put into a log of approved visitors for the inmate. All visitors will be required to provide proof of identification. Any visitors arriving late or any visitors that are not approved to visit will not be allowed to visit the inmate.
Visitation procedures change often, so it would be wise to review the jail site before you try to visit an inmate.

All phone calls from jail are made through a jail approved pre-paid phone account or phone card . These phone calls are generally more expensive than regular phone calls. Phone calls are restricted on when and how often you can use the phone, but inmates must keep in mind that you are just one of many people who want to talk to their loved ones. If you are disciplined for an infraction, an inmate’s ability to use the phone may be limited or cut altogether.

The Henry County Jail phone number is: 502-845-2909

Any mail that you send to an inmate must be sent via the actual US Postal Service, and not courier or delivery, or hand delivered. You cannot use any other type of mail delivery. You should write the name, prisoner number, and the jail address on the letter. Do not send anything in a package or box, envelope with padding or insulation, plastic bag, or an envelope with metal inside. All mail sent to inmates will be opened and read and inspected by the jail staff, and will get sent back to the person who mailed it if it can’t be delivered.

If you would like to send a letter to an inmate at Henry County Jail, use this address:

Henry County Jail
Po Box 202
New Castle, KY 40050

Here is how you should address the letter:

[INMATE’S FULL NAME]
[INMATE ID]
Henry County Jail
Po Box 202
New Castle, KY 40050

The Henry County Jail inmate mail policy changes frequently, so you should review the official website when you send a letter to an inmate there.

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When you’ve been arrested, you still have rights, and an important one is the right to request a lawyer. You are only allowed to make so many phone calls in jail, so it is a good idea to get a friend or family member to locate an attorney when you call them. I know you’re probably asking yourself right now ‘why do I need a lawyer?’ You can represent yourself if you really want to, but, a criminal defense lawyer can advise you of your rights, help protect your best interests and help you navigate through the legal system that you are now faced with. The quicker you hire a lawyer to represent you and work on your situation, the better.

For more info on this subject, click here: How to Find an Attorney in Henry County

If you can’t afford a lawyer, a Public Defender will be assigned to you. Also, the Public Defender has access to private investigators, crime scene and forensics experts and case workers. All Public Defenders are bona-fide lawyers, admitted to the State Bar and are completely licensed to practice law and represent you in court.

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Court records are public and available to anyone who requests them. Court records have a court case file containing a docket sheet and all documents filed in the course of your case. You are able to access court records with the Henry County website, or at the Clerk of Court.

A Clerk of Court is an officer and clerk of the court who manages the records. They also administer the oath when court is in session, and also read the verdict when the jury makes their final decision. All records relating to your case are maintained at the office of the Clerk of Court.

Court fees and costs are the costs from your court case, such as filing fees, motion fees and various court charges. If you can’t afford to pay these fees and have a court appointed attorney, you will not be responsible for these fees.

A Magistrate acts as the judge that rules over your case. Magistrates do several different things, which include setting bail, issuing warrants, and acting as the presiding judge over preliminary and procedural court proceedings and detention hearings.

A defendant’s pre-sentencing report is completed to include information about your background and information about the arrestee’s life history, which the judge will review when decide your sentence. Information will be collected from the person on trial, his or her family, and in some circumstances the victim. Bear in mind that you can request to receive a copy of the report prior to sentencing, so you have the opportunity to go over it and correct any mistakes in it.

After being convicted of a crime, you will be sentenced. There are a number of different options, which include community service and probation, to even incarceration in either jail (short term) or prison (long term). Depending on the severity of the crime, you might get locked up immediately, or you might be given a date that you are required to report to jail to serve your sentence.

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Do you want to find out if a family member or friend is in jail, or has ever been in jail?

To find this out you should go to the Henry County jail website and do an inmate search lookup, and search by:

• Their name.
• Birthdate.
• Approximate booking date.
• or inmate ID.

If you’re not sure if your friend or family member is in jail, you should call the jail find out if they’ve been arrested.

If you believe you have an outstanding warrant for your arrest, you are able to check the court records on the Henry County court website or call the court directly. You have to have their first and last name. You can also go to the local jail and ask one of the officers. Bear in mind that if there is a warrant for your arrest, you should be prepared to get taken into custody immediately.

If you know a person’s name, and their arrest date, contact the Henry County jail, either by phone, in person, or check online. An arrest is public record and this information is available to anyone.

Civil processes are when you get served with papers, like warrants. You can find these by contacting the Henry County Sheriff’s office, by phone or online.

All people registered as sex offenders must be registered and listed on a sex offender database. Those listed on these databases have been convicted of a sex or kidnapping crime. You are able to view these listings online, but keep in mind that you won’t find the actual address, just the neighborhood block of the address that they registered.

Court Records are public, and are accessible by anyone. Court Records include a court case file that contains a docket and any of the documents filed in the court case. You can access your court records on the internet, or at the Henry County Clerk of Court in the county where the case was filed.

Every state keeps a record of someone’s criminal background. These state databases are connected and you can track criminal convictions from any other state. You are able to go to courthouse and inquire, or check online. It helps to know which county the crime occurred in, and if it was in a different state entirely, you might have to pay a fee for a more intensive search.

A search of someone’s criminal history you will be able to get a listing of all the arrests, charges, or convictions for any of the following crimes:

• DWI or DUI.
• Drug offenses.
• Kidnapping.
• Sex offenses which could include rape, and sexual assault.
• Violent crimes.
• Property crimes like theft or larceny.

When you do a criminal history search, usually will not learn if that person had:

• Speeding or reckless driving.
• Lost their driver’s license or license revoked or suspended.
• Accidents.
• Moving violations.
• Parking Tickets.

To find driving records, you must do a search for their driving history.

Have you ever searched for criminal records? Was it a difficult process? Was your search online or did you make a phone call to the Henry County courthouse? Was the information you received correct? There are many reasons that folks search for criminal records, and your story could make it easier for others.

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Most Wanted

On a Federal level, the FBI has their list of the Ten Most Wanted Criminals. In Henry County, the Henry County Sheriff’s Department keeps their own list of most wanted criminals and fugitives.

FBI Ten Most Wanted List: External Link

Henry County Top Ten Most Wanted List


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Life In Jail / What Its Like

Daily Life

While the prospect of being incarcerated in the Henry County jail is very scary, in time you will become accustomed to the daily routine there. Prisoners get an alarm for wake-up each morning at 6:00AM, and next you’ll have roll call. You will then get breakfast. Following breakfast you will have to work in the work program or other activity that you are assigned. This could be working in the kitchen, laundry, or some sort of manufacturing job. While this may seem tedious, it may help you when you leave jail, as you are gaining experience in a certain field of work. Other inmates go to school, while some take part in mandated treatment programs. After lunch, there will be another roll call, then back to work. Your evening will be spent either in your cell or a common room. During this time dinner is served and you will be expected to take a shower. After another roll call, it’s lights out. Even though you will be confined to your cell, there may be enough light to read or write letters. Then again, most inmates welcome lights out, and try to get as much sleep as they can.

Most people are frightened at the idea of jail because they don’t know what to expect. If you have spent any time in Henry County Jail, your experiences would be welcomed, if it can help another person to deal with it.

Dress Code

When incarcerated, all inmates are expected to wear the Henry County Jail uniform. This is normally a jumpsuit or scrubs. Of note to anyone visiting an inmate – you must be properly dressed. Any clothing considered inappropriate will not be permitted.

How To Send Money to an Inmate

You will have your own ‘bank account’ while in jail. This money is used to purchase items from the Commissary. Family and friends can deposit money into this account for you, and any money you earn while in prison will also be deposited into your account. Outside money can be paid in to your account via a money order, cash or check. If someone sends a check or money order, make sure that they write your inmate ID on it. The maximum amount you are allowed in your account is $290 per month.

The rules for sending funds to Henry County Jail inmates can change, so visit the site when send funds to someone in jail there.


Commissary

The commissary is the jail store. You can purchase a number of things here, such as toiletries, snacks and writing supplies. Bear in mind that you will probably want to use the commissary daily, and any infractions will get that privilege taken away from you.

Inmate Medications

If you are on any type of prescription medication, you will be allowed to continue taking it while in jail. When you are first processed, you will be asked what medication you take. You will then be referred to the jail nurse or doctor who will be in charge of monitoring your health and prescribing your medication.

Meals

You will get three meals a day: breakfast, lunch and dinner. As expected, they are very basic, but healthy. A typical breakfast might be cereal, toast, coffee and fruit. Lunch might be spaghetti, salad, bread and milk. Dinner could be chicken casserole, rice, vegetables, dessert and milk. Contrary to popular belief, prison food has greatly improved over the years, and you might find that it’s not much different from what you would eat at home.

Pods / The Yard

The jail is designed in a ‘pod’ layout, with self-contained housing arranged around an outdoor yard. Each pod has a central control station and a common room, and the inmates take turns in using the yard. The jail is designed this way to keep certain inmates together, and others away from the general population.

Gangs

As with life in general, gangs are a part of prison life. Obviously it is best to avoid becoming a part of this environment as it will only lead to trouble. When you first enter prison, you might find yourself being ‘primed’ to join a gang, or worse, you might get their attention in a negative way. The best thing to do is keep your head down and don’t get involved.


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Jobs

Types of Jobs at Henry County Jail

The Deputy Sheriff is the second in command at the Henry County Jail, overseeing the day to day operations and administration of the jail. An inmate is unlikely to have much interaction with the Deputy Sheriff, unless they have committed an infraction. Detention Officers are responsible for the custody and care of the inmates. They maintain order in the jail, and handle security. A Detention Officer is assigned to a certain pod, and therefore is responsible for the same inmates each day. They get to know the inmates on a certain level and are well equipped to handle any problems that may occur.

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Requirements:

• You must be over the age of 21.
• You must possess a High School Diploma or GED
• You must be a US Citizen.
• You must pass a Criminal, Credit and Driving History background check.
• You must pass a drug test.
• You must have a good level of fitness.
• You must be in good health.
• You must have a valid Driver’s License
• An applicant for Deputy Sheriff must possess a Law Enforcement Certification.


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Family Resources

There are resources for families of both the perpetrator of the crime and the victim. The social and emotional impact of crime is far reaching, affecting many. Families can receive professional counseling, court related assistance, social services assistance and help in navigating the criminal justice system.

If you are a family member, which resources did you find to be particularly helpful? Please let us know, as this will be helpful to other families in the same situation.

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Victim Resources

Important Note: If you, or someone you know, are in immediate danger, call 911.

Victim’s Rights

The Victim Rights Act grants victims the following rights:

• Victims have the right to protection from the accused.
• Victims have the right to notification.
• Victims have the right to attend proceedings.
• Victims have the right to speak at criminal justice proceedings.
• Victims have the right to consult with the prosecuting attorney.
• Victims have the right to restitution.
• Victims have the right to a speedy trial.
• Victims have the right to be treated with fairness, dignity and respect.

The definition of victim includes:

• Spouses and children of all victims.
• Parents and guardians of minor victims.
• Parents, guardians and siblings of mentally or physically incapacitated victims or victims of homicide.
• Foster parents or other caregivers, under certain circumstances.

There are a number of services and programs designed to help victims and their families. You can find out about these services by contacting the courthouse, or local law enforcement agency.

Victim Notification

The Department of Justice Victim Notification System (VNS) is a system that provides victims with information pertaining to their case and/or any defendants in the case. You will receive a Victim Identification Number (VIN) and a Personal Identification Number (PIN) that will allow you to access VNS via the internet or by phone. Here, you will find information about future court hearings, historical court events, and detailed information about the defendant. This will include criminal charges filed, the outcome of charges, sentence imposed, custody location, projected release date and any other release information. The VNS website is updated daily. You will also receive any ongoing information by mail or email.

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Sex Offender Information and Search

All people registered as sex offenders are registered on either a national or state sex offender database. The people on these databases have been convicted of a sex or kidnapping crime. You can access this information online, but bear in mind that you will not get the exact address, rather the block that they live on.

Domestic Violence

If you or someone you know is a victim of domestic violence, there are services to help you. Your county will have a Domestic Violence Services office. They provide free and confidential services, such as emergency shelter information, legal advocacy, support groups and domestic violence education. They will work to help you create a safe and violence-free life, and heal from the trauma of abuse.

Important Note: If you, or someone you know, are in immediate danger, call 911.


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Reviews

Reviews of this Jail

Have you ever been an inmate in this jail? Do you have a family member or friend that spent time there? Have you ever been to visit a prisoner there?

If so, then please tell us about it. Tell us about your jail experience so others will know what to expect.

Things you might want to include in what you write:

• Jail conditions.
• Jail and pod layout and facility
• Staff and guards
• Jail food and commissary
• Visitation Days
• The other inmates – what are they like?
• Prisoner safety
• Jail gangs
• Inmate programs and activities


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Tell Your Story

Everyone’s who has been put in jail has some stories about their time ‘inside’. How’d you get locked up? Did you get fair treatment? How was life in jail? What about the other inmates? Did going to jail affect your life? How?

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Send a Message to Your Cell Mate

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Links and Resources

Main Henry County Jail Website
Henry County Jail Inmate Search
Henry County Jail Mugshots
Henry County Jail Bail Amount Link

Henry County Jail Visitation
Henry County Jail Jail Mail Link
Locate an inmate at Henry County Jail
Henry County Warrants
Henry County Jail Arrest Lookup
Henry County Jail Send Money Procedure
Henry County Jail Jobs


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