Grant County Jail , KY

Physical Address
212 Barnes RdWilliamstown, KY, 41097

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Guides for This Facility

At a Glance

Visitation

  • To schedule a visit at Grant County Jail call (866) 340-7879.
  • Visits must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance.
  • Inmates are permitted at least one 20-minute visit free of charge per week.

Communication

  • Call (877) 998-5678 to add money to an inmate's phone account.
  • To schedule visits or video appointments call (866) 340-7879.
  • Visitors must call at least 24 hours in advance to schedule an appointment.

Sending Money

  • Use the facility 'Add Money' button or call (855) 836-3364 to place funds on an inmate's commissary account.
  • To add money for inmate telephone use the telephone deposit option or call (877) 998-5678.
  • Mailing cash, personal checks, or money orders is listed among prohibited mail items.

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Topic Overviews

Visitation

Visiting at Grant County Jail starts with scheduling. Call (866) 340-7879 and set your appointment at least 24 hours before you want to come in. Each inmate gets at least one free 20-minute visit per week. Before you're approved, you'll typically need to fill out a visitor information form and pass a background check. Confirm the inmate's current housing before you travel, and follow the facility's scheduling system as instructed, whether that's by phone, a vendor site, or an onsite kiosk. You may see services like commissary deposits, phone time, and video options listed on third-party pages, but verify what's actually available through the facility directly.

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Communication

Grant County Jail handles inmate phone calls, video visits, and secure messaging through third-party vendor platforms rather than managing those systems directly. To add money to an inmate's telephone account, use the vendor's payment options or call (877) 998-5678 for deposits and account support. Visits, including video appointments, must be scheduled by phone at (866) 340-7879 at least 24 hours in advance. Keep in mind that calls and electronic messages are commonly monitored or recorded. Before trying to schedule a video visit or send messages, you'll need to create and verify an approved vendor account and complete any required ID and approval steps.

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Sending Money

You can add money to an inmate's commissary at Grant County Jail by using the site's "Add Money" button or calling (855) 836-3364. For phone calls, use the telephone deposit option through the vendor service or call (877) 998-5678 to add funds. Many facilities use vendor portals and third-party services for commissary, phone time, messaging, and related options. Follow the vendor steps to select Kentucky, the correct facility, and the service you need. Available deposit methods can include online payments, phone deposits, and lobby kiosks. The vendor page typically lists posting times and accepted deposit types. Do not mail cash, personal checks, or money orders, since these are prohibited in inmate mail.

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Common Questions

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How do I schedule a visit at Grant County Jail, KY?

Call (866) 340-7879 to schedule a visit at Grant County Jail. You must make the appointment at least 24 hours in advance.

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How long is a free visit at Grant County Jail?

Each inmate gets at least one free visit per week, lasting at least 20 minutes.

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Do I need to be approved to visit an inmate at Grant County Jail?

Yes. You'll typically need to fill out a visitor questionnaire or information form and pass a background check before being approved. Get the form from the inmate or the facility, then wait for staff to add you to the approved list.

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How do I schedule a video visit with an inmate at Grant County Jail?

Call (866) 340-7879 to schedule visits and video appointments. Before scheduling, set up and verify an account with the approved communications vendor and complete any required approval and ID-matching steps.

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Are inmate phone calls and electronic messages monitored at Grant County Jail?

Calls and electronic messages are commonly monitored or recorded. Monitoring and privacy rules can vary by service and facility, and attorney communications may be handled differently.

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Do I need an approved vendor account to receive messages or schedule video visits?

Yes. Secure messaging and video visits generally require approved vendor accounts. Create an account with the facility's approved communications vendor and complete any approval steps before you expect to receive messages or join video visits.

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Grant County Jail in Kentucky has suspended all in-person visitation until further notice, citing COVID and CDC/government guidance.

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