Kentucky Inmate Search

Searching for an individual currently behind bars can feel like an uphill battle. The best way to find an inmate in Kentucky is using the Kentucky Offender Online Lookup. The Kentucky Offender Locator (KOOL) tool is available to anyone looking for a Kentucky prison inmate.

The Department of Corrections is in charge of inmates' official records and KOOL maintenance. Sheriff's departments and local police forces often oversee correctional facilities in Kentucky. These agencies maintain online repositories containing information about those currently behind bars. Visit the website of the local law enforcement agency and enter the inmate's full name or identification number to locate them.

How Do I Find an Inmate in Kentucky?

Here is a simple Kentucky Inmate Search procedure to help you find an inmate in Kentucky:

Step 1: Anyone can use the Kentucky Online inmate search service to find a prisoner in the state. The searcher must enter the first, middle, and last names, PID numbers, and any additional aliases to get relevant results. In addition, you can include the inmate's race, age, date of conviction, and gender for an advanced search result.

Step 2: A list of inmates whose information matches your initial submission will appear. The search returns will appear in a grid format, including the inmate's name, current location (county), Case/DOC number, and offenses/crimes committed.

Step 3: Clicking on an inmate name you are looking for will take you to a page containing the individual's information. Some of the information you will see include the inmate's mugshot, sentence date, and parole eligibility.

Sometimes you might find it challenging to find an inmate online. Inmates may be hard to track down if correctional facilities aren't regularly updating their records with the most recent offenders. It's also likely that the records need to be updated to reflect a transfer. You can try after a few days if the inmate doesn't show up online. You can also contact (502) 564-24330 or fax (502) 564-9575 to reach the central office inmate record for inquiries.