Free Kentucky Parole Search (Parolee Lookup Resource)

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Free Kentucky Parolee Lookup

Find out if someone you know or love was released from prison on parole in Kentucky, free of charge.

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Conducting a free Kentucky parole search allows anyone to access offender’s information, check incarceration status, expand one’s knowledge about the state’s correctional system and more.

Parole is the conditional release of law offenders before the completion of their entire sentence after serving time in prison. It is granted as an early-release option for inmates who agree to comply with behavioral guidelines and will be supervised while serving the community as part of their remaining sentence.

On the other hand, probation is a privilege of freedom permitted by the court that allows law offenders to remain in the community and under supervision, instead of being sent to prison.

Through this resource, citizens can find information on parolees, parole violators, absconders, probationers, hearings, and supervision officers within the state of Kentucky.

How To Perform a Free Kentucky Parole Search (Check Anyone’s Status)

Interested individuals who are seeking information regarding the parole status of a particular person in Kentucky, have several avenues to search.

In the state, parole information can be accessed by the general public. To retrieve accurate information about parolees in Kentucky, it is important to know where exactly to find these records.

The State’s Department of Corrections allows the public to search for an offender’s information online, through the Kentucky Online Offender Lookup (KOOL).¹ This tool is searchable by offender’s first name, middle name, and last name, and with advanced search filters for a more detailed lookup.

To view parolee information, click the “Show Advanced Options” button, select “Parole” as the offender type, and input other conviction information.

Note: For additional instructions, you can hover your mouse over the question marks beside the search bars. 

Providing more information about the particular individual will lead to more detailed search results.

Once you’ve entered the criteria, click “Search Data”. Search results will display the offender’s full name, current location, Person ID (PID)/DOC no., and information regarding their offense counts.

To access more detailed information, such as the offender’s personal information, aliases, conviction, parole details, and view the offender’s photo or mugshot, click the offender’s name.

Furthermore, for more information about parolees, you can also contact the Kentucky Department of Corrections directly through the following details below:²

Kentucky Department of Corrections
275 E Main St.
Frankfort, Kentucky 40601

Phone: 502.564.4360

You can also check the provided external movement by the Kentucky Department of Corrections as part of the policies and procedures. This contains vital information about parole compliance, duties, and procedures.

Additionally, the Kentucky Parole Board posts a monthly list of inmates eligible for parole on their website.

The order of the lists are arranged by the county of conviction. The list may not be updated, as the Parole Board may add inmates or remove them from the list.

Thus, to verify the accuracy of the information gathered contact the Kentucky Parole Board directly at:

Kentucky Parole Board
P.O. Box 2400
Frankfort, KY 40602-2400

Phone: 502.564.3620
Fax: 502.564.8995
Email: Paroleboa​rd@ky.gov

For instance, if a victim of a crime is seeking parole-related information, such as updates about the parolee’s status, they can register for Victim Information & Notification Everyday (VINE). VINE is a third party provider that offers resources, guidance, and services for victims to stay informed about offenders status.

Moreover, it is recommended for the victims to obtain accurate data and reach out to the proper authorities. Victims can contact the VINE at +1.800.511.1670 for inquiries or concerns regarding the specific offender’s parole eligibility.

Inquiries can also be made in person at:

Kentucky Department of Corrections
Office of Victim Services
P.O. Box 2400
Frankfort, Kentucky 40602

Look Up Parole Violators & Escapees Throughout Kentucky

To verify if a particular supervised offender is abiding by or breaking their release conditions, interested individuals can run a Kentucky parole search.

The Kentucky Department of Corrections’ Online Offender Lookup also offers an option that allows the public to search for parolees who have not complied to the terms and conditions set by the board or missing escapees who have failed to report to their supervisor.

To search, enter the full or partial name of the parolee and select “Absconded Probation & Parole Offenders” or “Parole Offenders” as the offender type. The search results will show a list of offenders with their full name, current location, status, PID or DOC no., and offenses committed.

Click on the linked name to access more detailed information, including offenders conviction history, parole details, and any additional relevant data related to their case.

To verify the results, contact the Kentucky Parole Board directly at:

Kentucky Parole Board
P.O. Box 2400
Frankfort, KY 40602-2400

Phone: 502.564.3620
Fax: 502.564.8995
Email: Paroleboa​rd@ky.gov

Additionally, the Kansas Adult Supervised Population Electronic Repository (KASPER) can also be used to execute a parole search and find out information regarding absconders.⁴

The search tool includes various locations not only Kansas counties, but other states as well, including Kentucky. By selecting “Kentucky” as the location, users can obtain specific details about offenders. Additionally, the tool provides an additional feature to display both thumbnail photos and other images of the offenders for more thorough identification.

How To Look Up Inmates in a Kentucky State Prison

Locating someone under custody starts with knowing the right resources and ways to conduct a search.

In Kentucky, inmate information is publicly accessible. However, the availability may vary depending on the policies and procedures enforced by the prison. The Kentucky Department of Corrections (KDOC) operates 14 correctional facilities that housed inmates convicted of felony offenses.⁵

There are several options available that allow the public to look up inmate’s information within the State Prisons.

The most convenient method is through the Kentucky Online Offender Lookup (KOOL). This free tool is maintained by the KDOC.

To start your search, provide the offender’s last, first, and middle name. If you prefer to see only those offenders with photos, click on the “Search Offenders with Photos Only” checkbox. While, if you want to include the offenders aliases, click on the “Search Aliases” checkbox.

For more specific options to search, click on “Show Advanced Options” to view additional search fields, including offender type, DOC number, offender status, conviction information, abscond date and release date. Provide the information required, then click “Search Data” to perform the search.

Search results show a list of inmates incarcerated within the State Prisons, with the offender’s full name, current location, PID no. or DOC no., and offense counts. Click on the specific offender’s name to view more detailed information.

If the online tool does not yield the information that you are searching for, an alternative option is to contact the Kentucky Department of Correction directly by phone at 502.564.4360 or visit the department in person at:

Kentucky Department of Corrections
275 E Main St.
Frankfort, KY 40601

Additionally, you can also directly contact either the 14 Adult Correctional Institutions.⁷

If you want to connect to someone incarcerated in the Kentucky State Prison, you can do so by visiting the facility in person, or sending an email via the US postal service.

Note: The public cannot directly call an inmate; instead, they must wait to receive calls from them.

In Kentucky, only inmates can initiate all phone calls. However, if it is necessary or in emergency cases, you can call the department at 606.337.7065.

Sending money, on the other hand, can be done online. (Follow the instructions on the link provided.)

The KDOC also partnered with VINE (Victim Information and Notification Everyday), a statewide victims notification system. This system allows registered individuals to receive notifications if the subject or offender is released or escaped in prisons.

How To Find Information on Supervising Officers & Parole Hearings in Kentucky

In Kentucky, individuals who are convicted of a crime and are sentenced to prison can be granted an opportunity to be released, before the end of their sentence.

The state offers parole to eligible individuals, wherein offenders are released into their communities under the supervision of parole officers. Offenders under supervision must adhere to specific terms and conditions set by the board.

If you need to know who is the parole officer responsible for overseeing parolees in the state, reach out to the Kentucky Department of Corrections’ Division of Probation and Parole.

Kentucky has 551 sworn supervision officers and 43 class D parole officers, as of December 2022. To search for supervision officers, you can start by contacting the 20 District Parole Supervisor. (Click on the link provided to view the contact information of parole supervisors in each district.)

Additionally, the division also provides a List of Statewide Probation & Parole Directory, that lists supervision officers’ contact spread throughout the state.⁸

The list might not be updated, so for this instance, it is beneficial to contact the Kentucky Parole Board at

Kentucky Parole Board
P.O. Box 2400
Frankfort, KY 40602-2400

Phone: 502.564.3620
Fax: 502.564.8995
Email: ParoleBoard@ky.gov

You can submit your inquiries to the given information above.

To search for a hearing schedule, the division offers a Monthly Parole Board Schedule List.⁹ You may note that hearings all begin at 8:30 AM EST.

It is advised to confirm the schedule (time, date and location), by calling the Parole Board at 502.564.3620.

Furthermore, hearing schedules can also be found by searching offender’s information through the Kentucky Online Offender Locator (KOOL). Navigate the offender details, scroll down to the bottom of the page to access the hearing date.

How To Complete a Kentucky Probationer Search at No Cost

Similar to finding parolee information, probation records can also be accessed by the public. The word “Parole” and “Probation” are used interchangeably by the public as they both involve supervision.

For clarity, parole refers to an offender’s early release from prison and remains under supervision until the end of their sentence, while probation is granted by the court or judge as an alternative to incarceration. Probation allows offenders to remain in the community from the start, but under supervision and must follow specific terms and conditions. If the subject violates those terms, they can be placed in custody.

Probation records can be found from local agencies to state custodians. Information about individuals under probation can also be searched through the Kentucky Online Offender Lookup (KOOL), a tool provided by the State’s Department of Corrections.

This statewide tool is searchable by the offender’s full name or PID/DOC no. To search specifically for probationer information, click on the “Show Advanced Options” then select “Probation Offenders” from the “Offender Type” field. You can also add filters for a more accurate result.

The search results will provide a list of matching records. Click on the probationer’s name to view more detailed information such as physical description, particular offender’s current supervision status, assigned probation office, supervision period, conviction information and offender’s photo.

For more accurate information contact the Kentucky Probation & Parole Districts. The Kentucky Department of Corrections’ website offers a Map of the State’s Probation & Parole Offices.¹⁰

Click on the map to view instructions and information on how to obtain probation information in a specific area.

Moreover, the KDOC provides a Statewide Probation & Parole Phone List on their website, to ensure public access to contact information for all local probation offices in the state.

For general inquiries, you can contact the Kentucky Department of Correction (KDOC) at 502.564.4360 or visit in person at:

Kentucky Department of Corrections
275 E Main St.
Frankfort, KY 40601

Victims can also register to VINE to receive notification about the offender’s current supervision status and more.

For instance, to find probation information in Jefferson County, the most populous county in the state, searchers can use the Kentucky Online Offender Locator (KOOL) or contact the county probation office.

Jefferson County is divided into 5 districts. Jefferson County Probation Districts’ website, address and contact information can be found in the table below:

Jefferson County Probation Department (Northern Region)	Address	Contact Information
District 4	Chestnut Centre – 4th Fl. 410 West Chestnut Street Louisville, KY 40202	Phone: 502.595.4035 Fax: 502.595.3309
District 16	410 W Chestnut Street, 7th floor Louisville, KY 40202	Phone: 502.896.1775 Fax: 502.584.3224
District 17	1407 West Jefferson St., Ste. 1000 Louisville, KY 40203	Phone: 502.595.3405 Fax: 502.595.3411
District 18	5001 Stephens Dve. Louisville, KY 40258	Phone: 502.933.1719 Fax: 502.933.7490
District 19	4710 Champions Trace Suite 107 Louisville, KY 40218	Phone: 502.969.9001 Fax: 502.969.3223

If the above methods do not provide the information you need, you can also consider contacting the Jefferson County Court.¹¹ Probation is granted by the court, so you can contact or visit the clerk’s office to access records related to probation cases.

Follow the steps and instructions provided in this resource to conduct a comprehensive Kentucky parole search to obtain up-to-date and accurate information about individuals under custody, supervised offenders, parole officers, date of hearing and more.

You can look up additional public information via either the Kentucky criminal history search tutorial or the resource on finding free KY public information.