General Info

The McCracken County Regional Jail has been operating since 1990. It houses more than 450 inmates. The jail charges fees from an inmate for room and board, administrative processing and medical expenses. It provides assistance with emergency treatment and assessment and in-house mental health services. The McCracken County Regional Jail features a range of drug and alcohol programs, as well as conducts blood pressure and insulin checking services. It operates the Department of Corrections, which classifies the working of inmates inside and outside the jail. In partnership with Swanson Services Corporation, the jail offers inmates with purchasing options of personal hygiene items, snacks and soft drinks. The McCracken County Regional Jail maintains a location in Paducah, Ky.