Sullivan County Correctional Facility
Sullivan County Correctional Facility
The 619-bed Sullivan County Correctional Facility offers inmate information over the phone 24 hours a day at 423-279-7500.
This facility is the first stop for people arrested in the county on misdemeanor and felony charges. Everyone goes through booking and processing, and those who are held stay until they are bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or until their trial is finished.
You can search for current inmates using the inmate search tool.
Inmates sentenced to less than one year serve out their time at this jail. Inmates sentenced to longer terms are transferred to the Tennessee State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page tells you how to search the official jail roster, reach the facility, and use services like visitation, inmate account funding, mail, phone calls, voicemail, email and texting, tablet rentals, bail bonds, and commissary.
The inmate’s jail ID or booking number is required for many services, so save it. If it’s not online, call Sullivan County Correctional Facility at 423-279-7500.
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To search for an inmate in the Sullivan County Correctional Facility, 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 423-279-7500 for the information you are looking for.
If you want to find further information, such as the status of an offender's court case, including their criminal charges, you can find it online at the Sullivan County Criminal Court Case Lookup website.
Sullivan County Correctional Facility Inmate Search
The Sullivan County Correctional Facility maintains an average of 619 offenders in custody on any given day. The Sullivan County Correctional Facility 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 Sullivan County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 14,460 offenders.
The following charts of Sullivan 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 Sullivan 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 Sullivan 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 Sullivan 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 lessThe Sullivan County Correctional Facility has a rated capacity of 619 beds, but consistently has over 900 inmates in their custody on any given day, and when the current jail expansion that is underway is completed, they will have a new total capacity of 1179 beds. The jail regularly exceeds its rated capacity by 160%.
Needless to say, that is a massive number of inmates for a county of under 170,000 people, but indicative of three things: 1) The growth rate of the county and state, 2) The high crime rate the county is experiencing, and 3) The 'get tough on crime' approach of the county, in which even low level criminals are detained while they fight their charges in court. The jail was first built in 1987, housing the current rated capacity of 619 beds.
Then there's the cost. Sullivan County spends approximately $42.00 per day to keep some locked up. That comes to $38,000 per day, or over $1.1 million per month. Clearly the taxpayers are paying a high price to keep criminals off the street and in the jail.
The expansion, due to be completed by 2025, calls for a 190,000-square-foot building, costing nearly $95 million, on approximately three acres of land just behind the existing jail. This expansion will add approximately 460 beds, with room to add even more at a later date. The current jail is built on a linear design, meaning long hallways with cells. This creates blind spots and requires more correctional officers to monitor. The new design will create several seperate 'pods', which allow the ability to monitor groups of 50-60 inmates from a single location, and the ability to seperate different classifications of inmates, not to mention rival gang members.
The Sullivan County Correctional Facility is located at 140 Blountville Bypass in Blountville TN 37617. You can reach the jail 24 hours a day be calling 423-279-7500. You can view look up inmates online on the official Jail Inmate Roster which shows you their name, mugshot and date they were booked into jail.
If you want to find further information, such as the status of an offender's court case, including their criminal charges, you can find it online at the Sullivan County Criminal Court Case Lookup website.
Mail can be received every day and is processed and passed to the inmates quickly. Friends and family of inmates in the Sullivan County Correctional Facility can arrange to visit inmates by video, both at the jail and remotely from home. Friends and family can also communicate using an online text/email system, send them money and buy them commissary online, and set up a phone account that allows the inmates to call them during the day and evening seven days a week.
All the information on these inmate services can be found in the sections below. If you still have questions, you can phone the jail 24 hours a day by calling 423-279-7500.
- Jail (Main): 423-279-7500
- Adult Probation: 423-797-4482
- Criminal Court: 423-279-2752
- District Attorney: 423-279-3278
- Public Defender: 423-323-1220
- Sheriff: 423-279-7500
What happens during booking at Sullivan County Correctional Facility?
After arrest, individuals are processed at Sullivan County Correctional Facility, 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 Sullivan County Correctional Facility:
- 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 423-279-7500.
How do you post bail in Sullivan County?
If someone is taken to Sullivan County Correctional Facility in Blountville 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 423-279-7500.
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 423-279-7500.
- Licensed bail bond agents in Sullivan 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 Sullivan County, Tennessee, visit the Sullivan County Correctional Facility Bail FAQ page.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the Sullivan County Correctional Facility? What is the Schedule?
Sullivan County Correctional Facility ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
140 Blountville Bypass
Blountville, TN 37617
423-279-7500
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- Visits are 30 minutes.
- You must be on the inmate's visitor list.
- Inmates are allowed two visits 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.
- Any issues or questions? Call 855-836-3364
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 423-279-7500 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY | 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. |
| TUESDAY | 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. |
| THURSDAY | 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. |
| SATURDAY | 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. |
Sullivan County Correctional Facility uses the services of correctpay.com (aka JailFunds) for you to schedule and visit your inmate via remote video visitation.
You can ‘video visit’ your inmate one of three ways:
- Visit from your home computer.
- Visit from the correctpay VendEngine Kiosk in the jail lobby.
- Visit by using the JailFunds iphone or Android app
Go here to begin the process to schedule a visit.
What is the cost to do remote video visitation?
Paid Remote Visits
Having a remote visit from your Home or app, the cost of each 20-25 minute ‘friends and family remote visit’ will be approximately $7.95 plus tax.
FREE Remote Visits
Visitors can also choose to come to the jail and video chat with an inmate via the JailFunds/VendEngine kiosk in the lobby. The video visit on-site at the jail is FREE.
You can deposit money four different ways:
- Deposit online at correctpay.com
- Deposit at the correctpay VendEngine kiosk in the Sullivan County Correctional Facility lobby.
- Deposit over the phone 24/7 at 855-836-3364
- Deposit through their iOS or Android app.
Attorney Visits only! < (Lawyers, go here)
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Frequently Asked Questions
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Sullivan County Correctional Facility’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 423-279-7500 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Sullivan County Correctional Facility?
Sullivan County Correctional Facility uses the services of correctpay.com (aka JailFunds) for you to schedule and visit your inmate via remote video visitation.
You can ‘video visit’ your inmate one of three ways:
- Visit from your home computer.
- Visit from the correctpay VendEngine Kiosk in the jail lobby.
- Visit by using the JailFunds iphone or Android app
Go here to begin the process to schedule a visit.
What is the cost to do remote video visitation?
Paid Remote Visits
Having a remote visit from your Home or app, the cost of each 20-25 minute ‘friends and family remote visit’ will be approximately $7.95 plus tax.
FREE Remote Visits
Visitors can also choose to come to the jail and video chat with an inmate via the JailFunds/VendEngine kiosk in the lobby. The video visit on-site at the jail is FREE.
You can deposit money four different ways:
- Deposit online at correctpay.com
- Deposit at the correctpay VendEngine kiosk in the Sullivan County Correctional Facility lobby.
- Deposit over the phone 24/7 at 855-836-3364
- Deposit through their iOS or Android app.
Attorney Visits only! < (Lawyers, go here)
correctpay.com Help
24/7 Customer Service - 855-836-3364
Frequently Asked Questions
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Sullivan County Correctional Facility’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 423-279-7500 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Sullivan County Correctional Facility?
The Sullivan County Correctional Facility 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 Sullivan County Correctional Facility’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 423-279-7500 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Sullivan County Correctional Facility?
How Do Inmates in Sullivan County Correctional Facility Make Phone Calls?
To receive phone calls from inmates in Sullivan County, or to assist them in making phone calls from jail to other people, follow these steps:
- Sullivan County Correctional Facility uses the services of Correct Solutions Group.
- Register with them online or call them at 877-618-3516.
- Services for Sullivan County inmates and their families and friends include PIN Debits or depositing money into an inmate's phone account. Ask Correct Solutions Group which services this jail offers.
For all the information regarding phone calls with Sullivan County inmates; rules, policies, phone calling times, limits and more visit our Inmate Phone Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Sullivan County Correctional Facility’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 423-279-7500 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the Sullivan County Correctional Facility, and what can I send them?
Sullivan County Correctional Facility Inmate Mail Guidelines
Postcards
Check the Sullivan County Correctional Facility's mail rules before sending postcards or books. It is best to only use blue or black ink. Always include your name and return address.
Envelopes
The Sullivan County Correctional Facility also allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates. It is best to only use blue or black ink.
Postcards and envelopes MUST HAVE the sender's full name and return address on the envelope.
Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Sullivan County Jail
P.O. Box 610
Blountville, TN 37617
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Sullivan County Jail
P.O. Box 610
Blountville, TN 37617
Newspapers
Local or national newspapers may also be mailed to the inmate as long as they are mailed directly from the newspaper publisher.
Magazines
News, special interest or sports magazines may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the publisher. Any magazines that contain profanity, weapons, pornography or other content that is adult in nature will be confiscated by the jail staff and will NOT be delivered to the inmate.
Books
Check the Sullivan County Correctional Facility's mail rules before sending postcards or books.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Sullivan County Correctional Facility standards will be disposed of.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Sullivan County Jail
P.O. Box 610
Blountville, TN 37617
Sullivan County Correctional Facility Inmate Mail Guidelines
Postcards
Check the Sullivan County Correctional Facility's mail rules before sending postcards or books.
Envelopes
The Sullivan County Correctional Facility also allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates.
Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Sullivan County Jail
P.O. Box 610
Blountville, TN 37617
Legal Mail
Send all legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Sullivan County Jail
P.O. Box 610
Blountville, TN 37617
Newspapers
Local or national newspapers may also be mailed to the inmate as long as they are mailed directly from the newspaper publisher.
Magazines
News, special interest or sports magazines may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the publisher. Any magazines that contain profanity, weapons, pornography or other content that is adult in nature will be confiscated by the jail staff and will NOT be delivered to the inmate.
Books
Check the Sullivan County Correctional Facility's mail rules before sending postcards or books.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Sullivan County Correctional Facility standards will be disposed of.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Sullivan County Jail
P.O. Box 610
Blountville, TN 37617
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Sullivan County Correctional Facility’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 423-279-7500 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Sullivan County Correctional Facility, and what can I purchase?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Sullivan County Correctional Facility’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 423-279-7500 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Sullivan County Correctional Facility using an Online Messaging Service?
Sullivan County Correctional Facility uses the services of jailfunds.com (aka JailFunds) for you to deposit funds into your inmate’s account so that you and they can purchase secure email messaging services from this jail’s e-messaging service.
You can deposit money four different ways:
- Deposit online at correctpay.com.
- Deposit at the VendEngine kiosk in the Sullivan County Correctional Facility lobby.
- Deposit over the phone 24/7 at 855-836-3364
- Deposit through their iOS or Android app.
Go directly here to start the process to send a message
Uploading photos to Inmate’s email
Make sure the file size is less than 5MB.
Also make sure your file is a .jpg, .jpeg or .gif.
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How to Send a Secure Email or Text Message to an Inmate in Sullivan County
To send a secure email message and digital photos to an inmate in Sullivan County Correctional Facility follow these steps:
- Register with correctpay by creating an account.
- Select Tennessee, then select Sullivan County Correctional Facility, and then the inmate you want to send your message to.
- Choose the amount of money you want to spend, and input your payment method. The funds can also be used by the inmate to send a message back to you.
- NOTE: All messages between you and your inmate will be permanently recorded and seen by the staff and could be used against your inmate in court... So be careful what you write.
- Uploading photos to Inmate’s email
Make sure the file size is less than 5MB.
Also make sure your file is a .jpg, .jpeg or .gif.
For all information on how to Text/Email an Inmate in Sullivan County Correctional Facility and send them photos, check out our Secure Messaging Guide for Sullivan County.
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We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Sullivan County Correctional Facility’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 423-279-7500 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the Sullivan County Correctional Facility have Access to Tablets or Computers?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Sullivan County Correctional Facility’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 423-279-7500 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessWhat are the other City and County Jails in Sullivan County?
Sullivan County County Jails
Sullivan County City Jails
Sullivan County Juvenile Facilities
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessWhat are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Sullivan County?
The Sullivan County Correctional Facility serves the following cities and towns of Sullivan County: Blountville, Bristol, Kingsport and Piney Flats.