Cannon County Jail
Cannon County Jail
Call the 46-bed Cannon County Jail at 615-563-5934 for inmate information. Staff are available 24 hours a day.
When someone is arrested for a misdemeanor or felony in this county, they are brought here for booking and processing. The charges determine what comes next: release on bond, release on their own recognizance, or continued custody until their trial is decided.
The inmate search tool shows the jail’s current roster.
Anyone sentenced to less than a year serves the sentence here. Anyone sentenced to more than a year goes to the Tennessee State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page is a guide to:
- Searching the jail roster
- The visitation schedule
- Inmate account funding
- Phone calls and voicemail
- Email and texting
- Tablet rentals
- Bail bonds
- Commissary
Save the inmate’s booking number or jail ID for mail and other contact. If it’s not online, call Cannon County Jail at 615-563-5934.
Inmate Services
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Cannon County Jail, review their criminal charges, the amount of their bond, when they can get visits, or even view their mugshot, go to the Official Jail Inmate Roster, or call the jail at 615-563-5934 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up a Cannon County offender's Criminal Court Case online, or any offender that was arrested in the state of Tennessee.
Tennessee also keeps a public database of all their felony offenders.
Cannon County Jail Inmate Search
The Cannon County Jail maintains an average of 46 offenders in custody on any given day. The Cannon County Jail has a monthly turnover of 40% of their inmate population, another 30% turnover every 90 days, another 20% every six months, and approximately 10% stay incarcerated between six and twelve months. Every year Cannon County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 920 offenders.
The following charts of Cannon County inmate population demographics are updated daily. The information shown is for today. For research purposes we have broken down the inmates by sex, age, ethnicity, and criminal charges.
The information is compiled from the Cannon County Corrections Department, the state of Tennessee Department of Corrections, as well as the United States Department of Justice and Census Bureau records. It represents every person in custody in Cannon County.
For complete information on how to get directions, bond, visit, mail, send and receive email and texts, receive phone calls, and send money or commissary to an inmate, find arrest information for Cannon County and other counties surrounding this one, scroll down this page. We have a section for each.
We also provide photos of the jail that we have collected over the years.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessINTERESTING FACTS about the Cannon County Jail: This jail was decertified in 2020 for failing to meet minimum state standards. It has since reopened. Cannon County is located just east of the Nashville Metro Area.
The 46-bed Cannon County Jail is responsible for the housing and care of those who are accused or convicted of committing a misdemeanor or felony in Cannon County as they wait for their trial or as they serve their sentence, usually less than one year.
It serves many law enforcement organizations including the Sheriff’s Department, local police, Immigration, and other surrounding counties as needed.
If you have questions regarding an inmate or the programs and services provided, the staff can be reached at 615-563-5934, and an online listing of all the detainees is published for your own investigation.
Upon intake, the booking process is completed, which includes a medical screening, fingerprinting and mugshots, DNA sample, along with an assessment to determine security needs, medical needs, mental health requirements, and housing assignment.
Staff is available to transport all inmates to court dates and any medical appointments or emergency needs, as well as inspecting all mail for contraband, receiving commissary funds and other money for inmates, maintaining the safety of the community and the security of the facility, and other tasks.
The Cannon County Jail also provides several other services to inmates including basic needs in meals, laundry, and hygiene items, and programs including AA, counseling, religious programs, education, recreation, and opportunities to grow social and life skills.
Along with the efforts made by the staff, reduced recidivism is seen when inmates are able to stay in contact and supported by their family or friends who are not incarcerated so mail, phones, and visits are provided.
Visits are in person, and are via video and an account is created online to book and complete visits, allowing both visitors and inmates to schedule a visit.
Phone accounts are also registered online, and allow for inmates to make outgoing calls during the daytime and evening hours when they are not participating in a task or program.
Information for money for an inmate’s commissary can be found on our Inmate Money page.
All personal mail is sent to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Cannon County Jail
110 Alexander Dr.,
Woodbury, TN, 37190.
Staff will open each piece and look for contraband, which is removed before it is given to the inmate.
Legal mail, money orders, books and newspaper and magazine subscriptions are mailed to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Cannon County Jail
110 Alexander Dr.,
Woodbury, TN, 37190.
- Jail (Main): 615-563-5934
- Sheriff: 615-563-5934
What happens during booking at Cannon County Jail?
After arrest, individuals are processed at Cannon County Jail, where they undergo a series of steps that determine their charges and whether they’ll be released on their own recognizance, allowed to post bail, or held until their court date.
The first rule for anyone arrested is to remain silent. Anything they say can be used in court, so it’s best to speak only to an attorney about the incident.
Here are the typical stages of the booking process at Cannon County Jail:
- Verifying the person’s identity.
- Taking mugshots.
- Questions regarding medical and mental health history, along with drug and gang affiliations.
- Collecting DNA if necessary.
- Conducting a physical search.
- Confiscating personal belongings.
- Providing a phone call.
If you need details about an offender’s bail or bond, contact the facility at 615-563-5934.
How do you post bail in Cannon County?
If someone is taken to Cannon County Jail in Woodbury for booking, the next steps depend on their case:
1. The individual may be released without bail, under a promise to appear at a court hearing.
2. They could be held in custody until their trial.
3. They may post a bail or bond for release. To find out the exact bail amount, call 615-563-5934.
Bail payments can be handled in various ways.
- Cash bonds are paid in full, normally at the jail's bonding window or with the clerk of court, by cash, cashier's check or money order, and card payments are often possible through a kiosk in the lobby or an online vendor for a convenience fee; have the inmate's full name and booking number ready, and reach the jail at 615-563-5934.
- Licensed bail bond agents in Cannon County can facilitate payment.
- Property bonds are available in many courts: an owner may pledge land or a home after proving clear title and equity of at least the bond amount (often double) with the deed and a recent tax or appraisal figure, and the court that set bail decides whether to accept it.
For a comprehensive guide to the bail process in Cannon County, Tennessee, visit the Cannon County Jail Bail FAQ page.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the Cannon County Jail? What is the Schedule?
Cannon County Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
110 Alexander Drive
Woodbury, TN 37190
615-563-5934
- Visits are 30 minutes.
- You must be on the inmate's visitor list.
- The actual visitation times may depend on the inmate and their housing location. Call 615-563-5934 and get your inmate's times and make an appointment to visit.
- Inmates are allowed one visit per week.
- A maximum of 2 guests are allowed per inmate.
- Visitors must have a government issued photo ID.
- Dress professionally with non-revealing clothing.
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 615-563-5934 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM |
| MONDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| TUESDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| THURSDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| FRIDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| SATURDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM |
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Cannon County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 615-563-5934 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Cannon County Jail?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Cannon County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 615-563-5934 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Cannon County Jail?
The Cannon County Jail uses a company called the Tennessee Business Enterprise (TBE) for depositing money into an inmate's account.
In order to deposit money online using TBE you will first need to register with your personal information.
- Name and Address
- Date of Birth
- Phone Number (they will need to call or text to verify it)
- Driver's License or other ID
- Credit or Debit Card
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Cannon County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 615-563-5934 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Cannon County Jail?
How do Inmates in Cannon County Jail Make Phone Calls?
To receive phone calls from inmates in Cannon County, or to assist them in making phone calls to other people, follow these steps:
- Register with CTEL, the phone system Cannon County inmates must use.
- Open an account,
- Fund your acount,
- Find, and then sync with your inmate.
Rates
- Rates cannot exceed $0.21 per minute for regular calls and $0.25 per minute for collect calls.
- The minimum billable duration is one minute.
- Billable time is measured and rounded to the next higher full minute.
- Phone calls are terminated if the called party does not accept the call charges.
- Customers are not billed for a 'no response'.
Transaction Fees:
- If paying through the Customer Portal Website: $3.00 per transaction
- If paying with the assistance of a live operator: $5.95 per transaction
Minimum Deposit Amount
There is a $25.00 minimum for the first deposit.
Customer Service
Monday - Friday 8-5 PM CST
800-583-9683
Email: support@ctel.us
For full information about using CTEL to communicate by phone with your Cannon County inmate, visit our Inmate Phone Page. You will find information about Inmate Phone schedules, rates, rules, policies, and tips. Please note that all of your phone calls will be recorderd and any information about your inmate's case that you speak about could be used against him in court.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Cannon County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 615-563-5934 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the Cannon County Jail, and what can I send them?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Cannon County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 615-563-5934 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Cannon County Jail, and what can I purchase?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Cannon County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 615-563-5934 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Cannon County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Cannon County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 615-563-5934 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the Cannon County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Cannon County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 615-563-5934 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessWhat are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Cannon County?
Nearby counties
The Cannon County Jail serves the following cities and towns of Cannon County: Auburntown and Woodbury.