The Downtown Detention Center is a 762 bed jail in the city of Nashville, Davidson 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: 615-862-8123
Physical Address:
200 James Robertson Pkwy
Nashville, TN 37201
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate's Control Number (OCA#)
Nashville / Davidson County Sheriff’s Office
PO Box 196383
Nashville, TN 37219-6383
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate's Control Number (OCA#)
Nashville / Davidson County Sheriff’s Office
PO Box 196383
Nashville, TN 37219-6383
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Downtown Detention Center, 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 615-862-8123 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up a Davidson County offender's Criminal Court Case online, or any offender that was arrested in the state of Tennessee.
Downtown Detention Center Inmate Search
The Downtown Detention Center maintains an average of 762 offenders in custody on any given day. The Downtown Detention Center 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 Davidson County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 60,400 offenders.
The following charts of Davidson 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 Davidson 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 Davidson 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 Davidson 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 Davidson 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 Davidson County and Tennessee state prisons, click the button below.
Davidson County INMATE DEMOGRAPHICS
Race | Inmates | % Total |
---|---|---|
White | 59 | 2.46% |
Black | 1,461 | 60.98% |
Hispanic or Latino | 555 | 23.16% |
American Indian/Native Alaskan | 62 | 2.59% |
Asian | 135 | 5.63% |
Pacific Islander/Native Hawaiian | 58 | 2.42% |
Other | 66 | 2.75% |
Total | 2,396 | 100.0% |
(many inmates have multiple charges)
Charge | Inmates | % Total |
---|---|---|
Felony (3rd Degree) | 771 | 32.18% |
Felony (2rd Degree) | 557 | 23.25% |
Felony (1st Degree) | 199 | 8.31% |
State Jail Felony | 149 | 6.22% |
Felony (Uncategorized) | 425 | 17.74% |
Misdemeanor (Class A) | 295 | 12.31% |
Misdemeanor (Class C) | 0 | 0.00% |
Holds | 0 | 0.00% |
Uncategorized | 0 | 0.00% |
Sex | Inmates | % Total |
---|---|---|
Male | 2,129 | 88.86% |
Female | 267 | 11.14% |
Total | 2,396 | 100.0% |
Age | Inmates | % Total |
---|---|---|
Under 18 | 2 | 0.08% |
18-20 | 135 | 5.63% |
21-24 | 160 | 6.68% |
25-30 | 527 | 21.99% |
31-35 | 511 | 21.33% |
36-40 | 449 | 18.74% |
41-45 | 234 | 9.77% |
46-50 | 115 | 4.80% |
51-55 | 103 | 4.30% |
56-60 | 126 | 5.26% |
61-65 | 17 | 0.71% |
66-75 | 17 | 0.71% |
76-85 | 0 | 0.00% |
Total | 2,396 | 100.0% |
How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Downtown Detention Center? What is the Schedule?
Schedule Video Visits online with Securus
DAY | TIME |
SUNDAY | 8:00 AM - 8:50 PM |
MONDAY | 5:00 PM - 9:20 PM |
TUESDAY | 5:00 PM - 9:20 PM |
WEDNESDAY | No Visits |
THURSDAY | No Visits |
FRIDAY | 8:00 AM - 8:50 PM |
SATURDAY | 8:00 AM - 8:50 PM |
Downtown Detention Center REMOTE (at home) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE
Schedule Video Visits online with Securus
DAY | TIME |
SUNDAY | 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM 7:30 PM - 9:50 PM |
MONDAY | 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM 7:30 PM - 9:50 PM |
TUESDAY | 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM 7:30 PM - 9:50 PM |
WEDNESDAY | 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM 7:30 PM - 9:50 PM |
THURSDAY | 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM 7:30 PM - 9:50 PM |
FRIDAY | 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM 7:30 PM - 9:50 PM |
SATURDAY | 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM 7:30 PM - 9:50 PM |
In addition to normal at-the-jail visits, Downtown Detention Center 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 Downtown Detention Center 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.
Downtown Detention Center 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 Downtown Detention Center?
Schedule Video Visits online with Securus
DAY | TIME |
SUNDAY | 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM 7:30 PM - 9:50 PM |
MONDAY | 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM 7:30 PM - 9:50 PM |
TUESDAY | 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM 7:30 PM - 9:50 PM |
WEDNESDAY | 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM 7:30 PM - 9:50 PM |
THURSDAY | 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM 7:30 PM - 9:50 PM |
FRIDAY | 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM 7:30 PM - 9:50 PM |
SATURDAY | 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM 7:30 PM - 9:50 PM |
How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Downtown Detention Center?
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 Downtown Detention Center 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 Downtown Detention Center.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Downtown Detention Center?
Downtown Detention Center 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 Davidson 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 Davidson 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.
How do I Mail an Inmate in the Downtown Detention Center, and what can I send them?
Personal Mail - All mail sent to an inmate is opened and then scanned into a digital format that the inmate can read on a kiosk screen or a tablet. Inmate's will not receive the originals.
Legal Mail - All legal mail is opened and the attorney's office is then contacted by phone or email to confirm legitimacy. Any inmate or sender that impersonates legal mail will be criminally charged. No exceptions.
Postcards
The Downtown Detention Center allows inmates to receive pre-metered postcards like the type purchased from the post office. They may also allow certain photo postcards as long as they have not been tampered with or contain images that may be considered to be obscene or violent in nature. The postcard will be scanned and inmate will receive a digital copy to read on a kiosk screen or a tablet. The original will be destroyed.
Envelopes
The Downtown Detention Center allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates. The postcard will be scanned and inmate will receive a digital copy to read on a kiosk screen or a tablet. The original will be destroyed.
Postcards and Envelopes are to be mailed to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate's Control Number (OCA#)
Nashville / Davidson County Sheriff’s Office
PO Box 196383
Nashville, TN 37219-6383
Money Orders
You may mail an inmate a Money Order for their Commissary.
Mail to:
VendEngine
5543 Edmondson Pike
Ste 888
Nashville, TN 37211
Money orders must include:
Downtown Detention Center
Full name of the inmate
Inmate's Control number and Facility ID #
Newspapers
Local or national newspapers are not allowed to mailed to inmates.
Magazines
Magazines are not allowed to be mailed to inmates.
Books
Books are not allowed to be mailed in to inmates.
Care packages
Care Packages are not allowed to mailed to inmates.
Personal Mail - All mail sent to an inmate is opened and then scanned into a digital format that the inmate can read on a kiosk screen or a tablet. Inmate's will not receive the originals.
Legal Mail - All legal mail is opened and the attorney's office is then contacted by phone or email to confirm legitimacy. Any inmate or sender that impersonates legal mail will be criminally charged. No exceptions.
Postcards
The Downtown Detention Center allows inmates to receive pre-metered postcards like the type purchased from the post office. They may also allow certain photo postcards as long as they have not been tampered with or contain images that may be considered to be obscene or violent in nature. The postcard will be scanned and inmate will receive a digital copy to read on a kiosk screen or a tablet. The original will be destroyed.
Envelopes
The Downtown Detention Center allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates. The postcard will be scanned and inmate will receive a digital copy to read on a kiosk screen or a tablet. The original will be destroyed.
Postcards and Envelopes are to be mailed to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate's Control Number (OCA#)
Nashville / Davidson County Sheriff’s Office
PO Box 196383
Nashville, TN 37219-6383
Money Orders
You may mail an inmate a Money Order for their Commissary.
Mail to:
VendEngine
5543 Edmondson Pike
Ste 888
Nashville, TN 37211
Money orders must include:
Downtown Detention Center
Full name of the inmate
Inmate's Control Number & Facility ID number
Newspapers
Local or national newspapers are not allowed to mailed to inmates.
Magazines
Magazines are not allowed to be mailed to inmates.
Books
Books are not allowed to be mailed in to inmates.
Care packages
Care Packages are not allowed to mailed to inmates.
Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Downtown Detention Center, and what can I purchase?
Downtown Detention Center 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 Contact, Help and FAQ
24/7 Customer Service - 855-836-3364
Frequently Asked Questions
To send commissary money to an inmate's account in Downtown Detention Center 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 Downtown Detention Center check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Davidson County.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Downtown Detention Center 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 Davidson County inmate, do the following:
Downtown Detention Center uses Securus eMessaging for Inmate Email.
Register here. (You are already registered if you signed up with Securus for 'Phone' or 'Remote Visitation' in Davidson County or any jail or prison in the country).
Steps:
1. Sign up for eMessaging
2. Find your Davidson County inmate.
3. Purchase a book of Securus ‘stamps’.
4. Type & Send message.
For all Davidson County information for sending secure messages to an inmate in Downtown Detention Center, including instructions, video examples, fees, limits, tablet rentals and more, check out out Text/Email an Inmate Page.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the Downtown Detention Center have Access to Tablets or Computers?
The tablets can be rented on a monthly basis and while not directly connected to the internet, the inmates can use them for the following activities:
Here's how it works:
Questions:
To rent a tablet for an inmate in Davidson County follow these instructions:
For all Davidson County information on Tablet Rentals for your inmate, check out our Tablet Rental Page.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessWhat are the other City and County Jails in Davidson County?
What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Davidson County?
Do you have a list of Arrest Warrants, and the Most Wanted Criminals in Davidson County, the state of Tennessee and the United States?