Finding an Inmate at the Fayette County Detention Center
Someone you know was arrested in Lexington, and you need to find them. The Fayette County Detention Center (FCDC) houses all individuals arrested in Fayette County, and this guide from Clark + Harris explains exactly how to locate an inmate in the system.
Online Inmate Search
The fastest way to find an inmate at FCDC is through the online inmate lookup system:
- Visit the Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government (LFUCG) website
- Navigate to the Detention Center or Inmate Search section
- Enter the person’s first name and last name
- Click search and review the results
Search results typically show the inmate’s full name, date of birth, booking date, current charges, bail amount (if set), and housing unit assignment.
Why Can’t I Find Them?
If you cannot find your loved one in the inmate search system, here are the most common reasons:
- Booking isn’t complete: If the arrest happened within the last few hours, they may still be in the booking process. Booking at FCDC typically takes 3 to 6 hours. Wait and search again.
- Name mismatch: The system uses the name on the person’s ID or the name given at arrest. Try searching with their legal name, maiden name, or alternate spellings.
- Already released: If they were arrested on a minor charge and released on their own recognizance, they may have been processed and released before you searched.
- Different facility: In rare cases, individuals may be taken to a different facility. If you’ve exhausted all searches, call FCDC at (859) 425-2612.
Search by Phone
You can call the Fayette County Detention Center directly:
- Phone: (859) 425-2612
- Have the person’s full legal name and date of birth ready
- The operator can confirm whether the person is in custody and provide basic booking information
What Information Will You Find?
Once you locate the inmate in the FCDC system, you will typically see:
- Charges: What the person has been arrested for
- Bail amount: If bail has been set at arraignment
- Booking date and time: When they were processed into the facility
- Next court date: When they are scheduled to appear before a judge
- Housing unit: Where they are being held within FCDC
Next Steps After Finding Your Loved One
Once you’ve confirmed your loved one is at FCDC, take these steps:
- Check the bail amount: Determine how much bail is and which posting method works best for your family
- Contact Clark + Harris: The sooner you have a defense attorney involved, the better. We can appear at arraignment to argue for reduced bail and begin building a defense strategy immediately.
- Get on the visitor list: Ask your loved one to add you to their approved visitor list so you can visit
- Set up a phone account: Register with the FCDC phone provider so your loved one can call you
FCDC Contact Information
- Address: 600 Old Frankfort Circle, Lexington, KY 40510
- Phone: (859) 425-2612
Call Clark + Harris Now
Don’t wait to get legal help. The criminal defense attorneys at Clark + Harris are based in Lexington and handle Fayette County cases every day. We know the FCDC system, the Fayette County courts, and the local prosecutors. Let us fight for your loved one.
Call 859-474-0001 now. We answer 24/7. Serving Lexington, Louisville, and throughout Kentucky.
Frequently Asked Questions
How soon should I contact Clark + Harris after being charged in Kentucky?
As soon as possible. Early representation protects your rights during questioning, preserves evidence, and often leads to better outcomes. Call 859-474-0001 — we respond promptly to new inquiries.
Does Clark + Harris represent clients throughout Kentucky?
Yes. We represent clients in all 120 Kentucky counties, both state District and Circuit courts, and federal courts in the Eastern and Western Districts of Kentucky.
What happens during a free consultation with Clark + Harris?
We review the specific charges and evidence, discuss available defenses, explain the likely process in the relevant court, and give you a clear roadmap of next steps — at no cost to you.
Related Resources
If this information applied to your situation, the following Clark + Harris guides may also be helpful:
- Louisville Metro Department of Corrections (LMDC): Complete Guide for Families
- How to Bail Someone Out of LMDC in Louisville, Kentucky
- LMDC Visitation Rules, Hours, and What to Expect
- LMDC Inmate Search: How to Find Someone in Louisville Metro Corrections
- Jefferson County Arraignment Process: What Happens After an Arrest in Louisville