The Decatur County Jail & Sheriff is a 64 bed jail in the city of Decaturville, Decatur 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: 731-852-3703
Physical Address:
38 North East Street
P.O. Box 427
Decaturville, TN 38329
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To search for an inmate in the Decatur 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 731-852-3703 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up a Decatur County offender's Criminal Court Case online, or any offender that was arrested in the state of Tennessee.
Decatur County Jail & Sheriff Inmate Search
The Decatur County Jail & Sheriff maintains an average of 64 offenders in custody on any given day. The Decatur 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 Decatur County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 1,280 offenders.
The following charts of Decatur 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 Decatur 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 Decatur 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 Decatur 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 Decatur 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 Decatur County and Tennessee state prisons, click the button below.
Decatur County INMATE DEMOGRAPHICS
| Race | Inmates | % Total |
|---|---|---|
| White | 47 | 95.92% |
| Black | 1 | 2.04% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 | 2.04% |
| American Indian/Native Alaskan | 0 | 0.00% |
| Asian | 0 | 0.00% |
| Pacific Islander/Native Hawaiian | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total | 49 | 100.0% |
(many inmates have multiple charges)
| Charge | Inmates | % Total |
|---|---|---|
| Felony (3rd Degree) | 18 | 36.73% |
| Felony (2rd Degree) | 6 | 12.24% |
| Felony (1st Degree) | 1 | 2.04% |
| State Jail Felony | 2 | 4.08% |
| Felony (Uncategorized) | 10 | 20.41% |
| Misdemeanor (Class A) | 12 | 24.49% |
| Misdemeanor (Class C) | 0 | 0.00% |
| Holds | 0 | 0.00% |
| Uncategorized | 0 | 0.00% |
| Sex | Inmates | % Total |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 44 | 89.80% |
| Female | 5 | 10.20% |
| Total | 49 | 100.0% |
| Age | Inmates | % Total |
|---|---|---|
| Under 18 | 2 | 4.08% |
| 18-20 | 4 | 8.16% |
| 21-24 | 5 | 10.20% |
| 25-30 | 8 | 16.33% |
| 31-35 | 6 | 12.24% |
| 36-40 | 6 | 12.24% |
| 41-45 | 6 | 12.24% |
| 46-50 | 4 | 8.16% |
| 51-55 | 3 | 6.12% |
| 56-60 | 2 | 4.08% |
| 61-65 | 1 | 2.04% |
| 66-75 | 1 | 2.04% |
| 76-85 | 1 | 2.04% |
| Total | 49 | 100.0% |
INTERESTING FACTS about the Decatur County Jail The jail was built in 1997 and has 65 beds. Recent updates include state of the art video monitoring and programs for integrating inmate into the community. An addition was built in 2020. The addition is modular in design and split into two 24 bed dorm areas. There is a control room where guards can oversee activities at all times. Before it was completed, the jail that was designed to hold 66 inmates, was having a daily population of around 140. The overcrowding necessitated the new addition.
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 731-852-3703 to confirm whether or not the Decatur 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 Decatur County Jail & Sheriff? What is the Schedule?
In addition to normal at-the-jail visits, Decatur 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 Decatur 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.
Decatur 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 Decatur 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 Decatur 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.
Decatur County Jail & Sheriff Pricing.
Securus Contact Information.
iphone app
Android app
How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Decatur County Jail & Sheriff?
To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Decatur 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 Decatur 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 Decatur County Jail & Sheriff, and what can I purchase?
Access Securepak carries over 1,000 different items in the following categories:
- Food and Snacks
- Personal Hygiene Products
- Electronics
- Apparel
Registration Process:
1. Register here.
2. Select Tennessee.
3. Select Decatur County Jail & Sheriff.
4. Find your Inmate.
5. Deposit Funds.
6. Order Commissary Items.
Once you are logged in, you will receive instructions on how much (and what products) you can send your inmate.
Contact Information:
* If you have any questions, you can call Access Securepak at 800-546-6283.
* You can email My Care Pack at [email protected].
* You can write them at:
Access Securepak
10880 Linpage Place
St. Louis, MO 63132
* You can Live Chat with a Representative online: (bottom left corner of page)
Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m.–11 p.m. CST,
and Saturdays, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. CST.
*Note* Access Securepak will issue a refund for or replace broken, damaged, or missing products reported by Decatur County Jail & Sheriff staff. They will not honor reports of discrepancies from inmate's families or friends.
My CarePack is the Decatur County Jail & Sheriff's outside vendor for Commissary Items. They have a very good mix of Chips, Snacks, Candy, Meat, Seafood, Hygiene products, Letter writing materials, Electronics and Apparel items for sale on their website.
*NOTE* -- Once you are fully registered and have selected the inmate you wish to send commissary to, you will receive instructions on how much you can deposit, how much (and what) you can purchase for your inmate, and how often you can send commissary.
To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Decatur County Jail & Sheriff follow these steps:
For all information, tips and available items for shipping Commissary packages to an inmate in Decatur County Jail & Sheriff check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Decatur County.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Decatur County Jail & Sheriff using an Online Messaging Service?
Decatur County Jail & Sheriff uses the services of Inmate Sales to allow text messaging communication between inmates and their friends and family.
Chirping is the product name for inmate texting.
This product allows inmates to send chirps (texts) to friends and family members.
Here's how it works:
Cost of Chirping:
To send a secure email message to an inmate in Decatur County Jail & Sheriff follow these steps:
- Chirping is the product name for inmate texting.
- This product allows Decatur County inmates to send chirps (texts) to friends and family members.
- Inmates will be charged a monthly service fee of $4.00.
- Inbound and Outbound Chirps are $0.10 each.
Inmate Sales Apps
iphone app
Google Play app
For all information on how to Text/Email an Inmate in Decatur County Jail & Sheriff check out our Secure Messaging Guide for Decatur County.
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