The Carter County Jail & Sheriff is a 250 bed jail in the city of Elizabethton, Carter County, Tennessee.
This page provides information on how to search for an inmate in the official jail roster, directions to the facility, and inmate services such as the visitation schedule and policies, funding an inmate's account, mailing them a letter, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond instructions, and commissary purchases.
Phone: 423-542-1845
Physical Address:
900 East Elk Avenue
Elizabethton, TN 37643
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's first and last name
c/o Carter County Jail
900 East Elk Avenue
Elizabethton, TN 37643
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Carter County Jail & Sheriff, 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 423-542-1845 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up a Carter County offender's Criminal Court Case online, or any offender that was arrested in the state of Tennessee.
Carter County Jail & Sheriff Inmate Search
The Carter County Jail & Sheriff maintains an average of 250 offenders in custody on any given day. The Carter County Jail & Sheriff 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 Carter County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 6,680 offenders.
The following charts of Carter 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 Carter 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 Carter 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 Carter 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, and a database of most wanted criminals for Carter County, neighboring counties and the state of Tennessee.
For a collection of over 20 additional graphs and charts of the demographic and criminal arrest information of the inmates in Carter County and Tennessee state prisons, click the button below.
Carter County INMATE DEMOGRAPHICS
| Race | Inmates | % Total |
|---|---|---|
| White | 182 | 68.68% |
| Black | 18 | 6.79% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 18 | 6.79% |
| American Indian/Native Alaskan | 12 | 4.53% |
| Asian | 12 | 4.53% |
| Pacific Islander/Native Hawaiian | 12 | 4.53% |
| Other | 11 | 4.15% |
| Total | 265 | 100.0% |
(many inmates have multiple charges)
| Charge | Inmates | % Total |
|---|---|---|
| Felony (3rd Degree) | 85 | 32.08% |
| Felony (2rd Degree) | 61 | 23.02% |
| Felony (1st Degree) | 22 | 8.30% |
| State Jail Felony | 16 | 6.04% |
| Felony (Uncategorized) | 48 | 18.11% |
| Misdemeanor (Class A) | 33 | 12.45% |
| Misdemeanor (Class C) | 0 | 0.00% |
| Holds | 0 | 0.00% |
| Uncategorized | 0 | 0.00% |
| Sex | Inmates | % Total |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 236 | 89.06% |
| Female | 29 | 10.94% |
| Total | 265 | 100.0% |
| Age | Inmates | % Total |
|---|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0 | 0.00% |
| 18-20 | 13 | 4.91% |
| 21-24 | 17 | 6.42% |
| 25-30 | 59 | 22.26% |
| 31-35 | 57 | 21.51% |
| 36-40 | 50 | 18.87% |
| 41-45 | 26 | 9.81% |
| 46-50 | 13 | 4.91% |
| 51-55 | 12 | 4.53% |
| 56-60 | 14 | 5.28% |
| 61-65 | 2 | 0.75% |
| 66-75 | 2 | 0.75% |
| 76-85 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total | 265 | 100.0% |
INTERESTING FACTS about the Carter County Jail: In 2022, this facility stopped housing Federal inmates due to a lack of guards. Built in 2012, this facility took 10 years to finally be completed. In 2022, this jail failed the state inspection for lack of employees on staff. The jail is located in Elizabethton, Tennessee, which is in eastern Tennessee. Inmates may have one 60 minute in person visit per week, and unlimited online video visits per week.
VISIT YOUR LOVED ONE
During COVID, in person visitation was halted for inmates throughout the country. It prompted facilities to make it a priority to upgrade their abilities to have video visitation. Many jails have restarted in person visitations. Call 423-542-1845 to confirm whether or not the Carter County Jail is offering in person visitation. If not, you will need to create an account for video visitation rights. It may be difficult to see your friend or loved ones while they are incarcerated, but it is important for their well-being.
Visitation hours may be dependent upon the sex of the person and, it also may be dependent upon the section of the facility in which they are housed
If in person visitation is allowed, there are a strict list of rules you must follow. You will also have purses searched upon entering.
COMMISSARY
Commissary posted with cash in the lobby will post THAT DAY. There is also the option to post money online for someone, for them to buy items in the commissary store, or to add time for tablets, phone calls, or messaging.
for sending texts or emails. See the sections below for details.
Please include the inmates name, ID number, their dorm number and cell or bed number if possible, when sending mail. There are strict guidelines in regard to what you can send a friend while they are in jail. Contact the jailer to get a full list of things that are not allowed.
How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Carter County Jail & Sheriff? What is the Schedule?
In addition to normal at-the-jail visits, Carter County Jail & Sheriff uses Securus Video Connect for Remote Inmate Video Visitation.
Video Visitation allows 'approved' friends, family members, attorneys and clergy of an inmate to connect with them using their computer, Securus Video Visitation app, or ‘on-site’ kiosk.
Steps:
Register and/or log in.
Select the facility of your inmate.
Review the days, available hours and the cost of remote and on-site visits.
Schedule your visit.
What is the Cost of a Remote Video Visit?
Costs vary and are subject to change, but generally visits range from $5.00 to 15.00 for a 15 to 30 minute online or on-site video visit.
How do you know if your Inmate will be available during the time you schedule?
The Securus system knows the times that Carter County Jail & Sheriff inmates are available for remote video visits.
It will not allow you to schedule a visit with your inmate if they are not available or the video visitation kiosk(s) in the jail are booked already.
Once you schedule a visit with your inmate they will be notified of the date and time of the visit.
Important Tips:
Your entire visit is being monitored and recorded. Do not say or do anything that you would not want being replayed in court.
You should schedule your visit, in advance, at a time that works best for you.
For best sound quality, use earbuds or headsets.
Quick & Easy Access to Important Information & Help:
Phone: 972-734-1111 or 877-578-3658
Video Tutorial on Registering for Securus Video Visits.
Frequently Asked Questions.
Carter County Jail & Sheriff Pricing.
Securus Contact Information.
iphone app
Android app
Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Carter County Jail & Sheriff?
Video Visitation allows 'approved' friends, family members, attorneys and clergy of an inmate to connect with them using their computer, Securus Video Visitation app, or ‘on-site’ kiosk.
Steps:
Register and/or log in.
Select the facility of your inmate.
Review the days, available hours and the cost of remote and on-site visits.
Schedule your visit.
What is the Cost of a Remote Video Visit?
Costs vary and are subject to change, but generally visits range from $5.00 to $15.00 for a 15 to 30 minute online or on-site video visit.
How do you know if your Inmate will be available during the time you schedule?
The Securus system knows the times that Carter County Jail & Sheriff inmates are available for remote video visits.
It will not allow you to schedule a visit with your inmate if they are not available or the video visitation kiosk(s) in the jail are booked already.
Once you schedule a visit with your inmate they will be notified of the date and time of the visit.
Important Tips:
Your entire visit is being monitored and recorded. Do not say or do anything that you would not want being replayed in court.
You should schedule your visit, in advance, at a time that works best for you.
For best sound quality, use earbuds or headsets.
Quick & Easy Access to Important Information & Help:
Phone: 972-734-1111 or 877-578-3658
Video Tutorial on Registering for Securus Video Visits.
Frequently Asked Questions.
Carter County Jail & Sheriff Pricing.
Securus Contact Information.
iphone app
Android app
How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Carter County Jail & Sheriff?
You can deposit money four different ways:
correctpay.com Assistance:
24/7 Customer Service - 855-836-3364
Frequently Asked Questions
To send commissary money to an inmate in Carter County Jail & Sheriff follow these steps:
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For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account, what the fees are, how long it takes to hit their account and more, check out our full money and commissary guide for Carter County Jail & Sheriff.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Carter County Jail & Sheriff?
Carter County Jail & Sheriff uses the services of correctpay.com (aka JailFunds) for you to deposit funds into your inmate’s account so that they can purchase phone calling time from this jail’s inmate phone calling service.
You can deposit money four different ways:
Cost to Send Money
To deposit between $1.00 and $300.00 the fee ranges from $1.50-$2.95, plus an additional 5%.
*Rates are subject to change.
Examples:
correctpay.com Help
24/7 Customer Service - 855-836-3364
Frequently Asked Questions
To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Carter County do the following:
1. Enroll in an account with Securus Technologies.
2. Choose one of three account types, Securus Debit, Advance Connect or Direct Bill.
3. Choose [facility_name_1}, then connect with your inmate.
4. If you have any questions, call Securus: 972-734-1111 or 800-844-6591.
To find out fees, how to's, calling times, limits on phone calls and other systems Securus has do that you can communicate with your Carter County inmate, check out our Inmate Phone Page.
NOTE: All of your inmate's phone calls are recorded and stored. It is advised not to discuss their pending case.
Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Carter County Jail & Sheriff, and what can I purchase?
Carter County Jail & Sheriff uses the services of correctpay.com (aka JailFunds) for you to deposit funds into your inmate’s account so that they can purchase Commissary and/or Gift Packs from this jail’s commissary service.
You can deposit money four different ways:
correctpay.com Contact, Help and FAQ
24/7 Customer Service - 855-836-3364
Frequently Asked Questions
To send commissary money to an inmate's account in Carter County Jail & Sheriff follow these steps:
You can deposit money four different ways:
24/7 Customer Service - 855-836-3364
Frequently Asked Questions
For all information, tips and available items for send money and for shipping Commissary packages to an inmate in Carter County Jail & Sheriff check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Carter County.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Carter County Jail & Sheriff using an Online Messaging Service?
Register here. (You are already registered if you signed up with Securus for 'Phone' or 'Remote Visitation').
Steps:
1. Sign up for eMessaging
2. Find your inmate.
3. Purchase a book of Securus ‘stamps’.
4. Type & Send message.
Things you CAN do:
1. You CAN ONLY send messages from the Securus website, or with the Securus app. (links below).
2. You CAN transfer ‘stamps’ to your inmate.
3. You CAN deposit money to your inmate, and they can purchase ‘stamps’ on their end.
4. Each time you send a message, you CAN pay for them to reply.
5. You CAN send photos. (Jail staff will review for appropriateness)
Things you CANNOT do:
1. You CANNOT use your own personal email to send messages.
2. You CANNOT send any message or photo that would normally be rejected by regular mail.
Other Things:
1. Photos must be .jpg, .jpeg or .png.
2. eMessages and photos must meet the jail’s standards for regular mail.
3. If your eMessage or Photo is rejected you will be notified of the reason, but you will NOT get a refund.
What is the cost of sending inmate messages?
What can your inmate do with digital 'stamps'?
Contact Information and Help:
eMessaging FAQ
eMessaging Signup & Helpful Information
Online Customer Service Support
Phone Support: 972-734-1111 or 800-844-6591
iphone app
Android app
Mailing Check payments
Securus Correctional Billing Services
PO Box 650757
Dallas, Texas 75265-075
To send a text or email message to a Carter County inmate, do the following:
Carter County Jail & Sheriff uses Securus eMessaging for Inmate Email.
Register here. (You are already registered if you signed up with Securus for 'Phone' or 'Remote Visitation' in Carter County or any jail or prison in the country).
Steps:
1. Sign up for eMessaging
2. Find your Carter County inmate.
3. Purchase a book of Securus ‘stamps’.
4. Type & Send message.
For all Carter County information for sending secure messages to an inmate in Carter County Jail & Sheriff, including instructions, video examples, fees, limits, tablet rentals and more, check out out Text/Email an Inmate Page.
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