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
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.
Carter County Jail & Sheriff Inmate Search
Carter County maintains an average of 295 inmates in custody on any given day (in all jails combined). The jails have a weekly turnover of 55% of their population. Every year Carter County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 5,900 offenders.
The following charts of Carter County inmate population demographics are updated daily. The information shown is for 5/28/2023. For research purposes we have broken down the inmates by sex, age, ethnicity, and criminal charges.
The information is compiled from Carter County, the state of Tennessee, as well as the United States Department of Justice and Census Bureau records.
For complete information on how to bond, visit, mail, send and receive email, receive phone calls, send money or commissary to an inmate, find information in this and other counties, and view the Most Wanted Fugitives, scroll down this page.
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 | 161 | 72.85% |
| Black | 11 | 4.98% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 13 | 5.88% |
| American Indian/Native Alaskan | 9 | 4.07% |
| Asian | 9 | 4.07% |
| Pacific Islander/Native Hawaiian | 9 | 4.07% |
| Other | 9 | 4.07% |
| Total | 221 | 100.0% |
(many inmates have multiple charges)
| Charge | Inmates | % Total |
|---|---|---|
| Felony (3rd Degree) | 75 | 33.94% |
| Felony (2rd Degree) | 35 | 15.84% |
| Felony (1st Degree) | 21 | 9.50% |
| State Jail Felony | 6 | 2.71% |
| Felony (Uncategorized) | 40 | 18.10% |
| Misdemeanor (Class A) | 44 | 19.91% |
| Misdemeanor (Class C) | 0 | 0.00% |
| Holds | 0 | 0.00% |
| Uncategorized | 0 | 0.00% |
| Sex | Inmates | % Total |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 197 | 89.14% |
| Female | 24 | 10.86% |
| Total | 221 | 100.0% |
| Age | Inmates | % Total |
|---|---|---|
| Under 18 | 2 | 0.90% |
| 18-20 | 9 | 4.07% |
| 21-24 | 29 | 13.12% |
| 25-30 | 39 | 17.65% |
| 31-35 | 44 | 19.91% |
| 36-40 | 30 | 13.57% |
| 41-45 | 31 | 14.03% |
| 46-50 | 13 | 5.88% |
| 51-55 | 8 | 3.62% |
| 56-60 | 9 | 4.07% |
| 61-65 | 3 | 1.36% |
| 66-75 | 3 | 1.36% |
| 76-85 | 1 | 0.45% |
| Total | 221 | 100.0% |
Carter County Jail & Sheriff uses the services of correctpay (aka JailFunds) for you to deposit money so that your inmate can bond himself out.
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You can deposit money four 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 send commissary money to an inmate in Carter County Jail & Sheriff follow these steps:
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 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:
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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What are the other City and County Jails in Carter County?
What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Carter County?
Do you have a list of Arrest Warrants, and the Most Wanted Criminals in Carter County, the state of Tennessee and the United States?
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| Race | Inmates | % Total |
|---|---|---|
| White | 161 | 72.85% |
| Black | 11 | 4.98% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 13 | 5.88% |
| American Indian/Native Alaskan | 9 | 4.07% |
| Asian | 9 | 4.07% |
| Pacific Islander/Native Hawaiian | 9 | 4.07% |
| Other | 9 | 4.07% |
| Total | 221 | 100.0% |
(many inmates have multiple charges)
| Charge | Inmates | % Total |
|---|---|---|
| Felony (3rd Degree) | 75 | 33.94% |
| Felony (2rd Degree) | 35 | 15.84% |
| Felony (1st Degree) | 21 | 9.50% |
| State Jail Felony | 6 | 2.71% |
| Felony (Uncategorized) | 40 | 18.10% |
| Misdemeanor (Class A) | 44 | 19.91% |
| Misdemeanor (Class C) | 0 | 0.00% |
| Holds | 0 | 0.00% |
| Uncategorized | 0 | 0.00% |
| Sex | Inmates | % Total |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 197 | 89.14% |
| Female | 24 | 10.86% |
| Total | 221 | 100.0% |
| Age | Inmates | % Total |
|---|---|---|
| Under 18 | 2 | 0.90% |
| 18-20 | 9 | 4.07% |
| 21-24 | 29 | 13.12% |
| 25-30 | 39 | 17.65% |
| 31-35 | 44 | 19.91% |
| 36-40 | 30 | 13.57% |
| 41-45 | 31 | 14.03% |
| 46-50 | 13 | 5.88% |
| 51-55 | 8 | 3.62% |
| 56-60 | 9 | 4.07% |
| 61-65 | 3 | 1.36% |
| 66-75 | 3 | 1.36% |
| 76-85 | 1 | 0.45% |
| Total | 221 | 100.0% |
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