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The Mercer County Sheriff's Office, led by Sheriff Ernie Kelty, serves as the central authority for law enforcement and administrative functions in Mercer County. Operating without an on-site detention facility, the office collaborates with Boyle County to utilize the Boyle County Detention Center for housing inmates. The Mercer County Jailer, based at the Mercer County Courthouse, oversees the transportation of inmates to and from the Joint Jail, manages bookings, prepares jail bonds, and handles necessary documentation to uphold administrative and legal standards. This arrangement enables Mercer County to efficiently address correctional duties by leveraging Boyle County’s resources for secure inmate housing and supervision. The sheriff’s office focuses on law enforcement duties, including community policing, investigative operations, and the enforcement of court orders, ensuring public safety and effective judicial processes within the county.
This structure enables Mercer County to address correctional duties efficiently without a dedicated jail facility, relying instead on Boyle County’s resources for secure inmate housing and supervision. The sheriff’s office itself is dedicated to law enforcement duties, including community policing, investigative operations, and the enforcement of court orders. In situations involving arrests within Mercer County, the sheriff’s office handles initial booking, including documentation and the collection of fingerprints and photographs, before transferring arrestees to the Boyle County Detention Center.
The detention center supports Mercer County’s correctional needs by providing housing, meals, medical care, and access to legal resources. It also accommodates visitation and communication services essential to detainee welfare, while offering programs to support rehabilitation or legal preparation. By partnering with Boyle County, the Mercer County Sheriff’s Office can focus on law enforcement and public safety, effectively utilizing the Boyle County Detention Center to manage detainees securely and support the county’s overall judicial process.
