Dickson County Jail
Dickson County Jail
You can call the 399-bed Dickson County Jail 24 hours a day for inmate information at 615-789-4109.
This facility handles the booking and processing of individuals arrested for misdemeanors and felonies. Depending on the charges, they may remain in custody until they are either bonded out, released on recognizance, or ordered to remain in custody until the conclusion of their trial.
The inmate search tool allows you to view the jail’s roster and find out who is currently in custody.
Those sentenced to less than one year will serve their time at this jail. Inmates with longer sentences are transferred to either the Tennessee State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page provides information on inmate services such as the visitation schedule, funding an inmate's account, sending mail, receiving phone calls, voicemail, email and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond instructions, and commissary purchases.
It is helpful to save the inmate’s jail ID or booking number for correspondence. If you cannot locate it online, you can call Dickson County Jail at 615-789-4109 for assistance.
Inmate Services
Phone
615-789-4109Mailing address (personal mail)
Mailing address (legal mail or subscriptions)
Dickson County Jail
140 County Jail Drive
Charlotte, TN 37036
(money orders to this address)
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Dickson County Jail, 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 615-789-4109 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up a Dickson County offender's Criminal Court Case online, or any offender that was arrested in the state of Tennessee.
Tennessee also keeps a public database of all their felony offenders.
Dickson County Jail Inmate Search
The Dickson County Jail maintains an average of 399 offenders in custody on any given day. The Dickson County Jail 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 Dickson County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 7,980 offenders.
The following charts of Dickson 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 Dickson 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 Dickson 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 Dickson 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 sprawling campus of the Dickson County Jail consists of 4 main buildings with the majority connected through interior walkways. The space offers both indoor and outdoor recreation space and secure housing for inmates who are arrested within Dickson County by any law enforcement, both on felony and misdemeanor charges. Several housing units offer safe housing for inmates. This is based upon their current charges, past charges, and any history of escape or behavior while incarcerated.
To learn the status of an offender or inquire for information on visiting or mail or other concerns, Dickson County Jail can be contacted by phone by calling 615-789-4109 and they also maintain an online database of all arrested offenders.
Along with 24 hour medical care, mental health care, and healthy meals that are made each day to meet the nutritional needs of inmates, the jail also provides many programs for inmates to participate in to better prepare for their life after incarceration. Programs include celebrate recovery, AA, NA, GED, work opportunities, and others that may change over the year based upon season or volunteers.
Inmates will have contact with their friends and their family as long as they are not also incarcerated, through the use of mail, tablets, phone calls, and visits.
Mail is sent to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Dickson County Jail, TN
PO Box 76550
Highland Heights, KY 41076
... where it will then be checked for contraband, ensured to have the full address and inmate name and number, a complete return address, is no larger than letter size, and has no adult content, it will be scanned and then delivered digitally to the inmate.
To access a phone account for an inmate or text messaging, an account must be created online where you will be able to access all of these services and add money to the account.
This is also the same location in which visits will be scheduled and remote visits will be engaged. Visits are not permitted during certain hours of the day including 5:30am-7:30am, 11:30am-12:30pm, 4:00pm-5:00pm, or 7:00pm-7:30pm.
- Jail (Main): 615-789-4109
The booking procedure at Dickson County Jail
After an arrest, individuals are taken to Dickson County Jail for the booking process, where their identity is confirmed, charges are reviewed, and decisions are made about whether they will be released on bail or detained.
The arrested individual should remain silent during booking, as anything said could be used against them. It’s important to wait for legal representation before answering questions.
The booking process at Dickson County Jail includes the following steps:
- Personal identification confirmation.
- Mugshots for record-keeping.
- Answering health-related questions and inquiries about criminal history.
- DNA collection may be required.
- Conducting a thorough body search.
- Securing personal belongings.
- Providing a phone call.
For questions about an arrestee’s bond or bail, contact the facility at 615-789-4109.
How to handle bail after an arrest in Dickson County
If someone has been booked at Dickson County Jail in Charlotte, their next steps may include:
1. Release without posting bail, provided they agree to attend court.
2. Detainment until their trial.
3. Posting bail or bond to secure release. For the exact amount, call 615-789-4109.
There are a variety of payment methods available for bail.
- The usual way to post a cash bond is to pay the full amount at the jail bonding window or the clerk of court by cash, cashier's check or money order; many jails also offer card payment through a lobby kiosk or online bond vendor for a fee, and you should bring the inmate's full name and booking number (call 615-789-4109 for the jail).
- Assistance is available from licensed bail bond companies in Dickson County.
- Real property bonds are accepted in many courts: an owner may offer land or a home after showing clear title and equity of at least the bond, often double, with a deed and a recent tax or appraisal value, and the court that set bail approves it.
For a full guide to the bail process in Dickson County, Tennessee, visit the Dickson County Jail Bail Information Page.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the Dickson County Jail? What is the Schedule?
Dickson County Jail on-site Inmate Visitation Schedule
140 County Jail Drive
Charlotte, TN 37036
615-789-4109
- First, you must register with Inmate Sales, and then schedule a visit.
- Each inmate is allowed an unlimited amount of visits per day. Remote visitation is $0.20 per minute.
- Proper attire is required. No low-cut blouses, tank tops, short skirts or dresses, tight shorts, hats or any other form of provocative dress will be allowed. Shirt and shoes must be worn.
- All visitors must provide proper state or government issued photo identification (i.e. driver’s license, foreign id or passports) for inmate visitation.
- On Site video visitation is available at no cost.
- A video visit lasts 20 minutes.
- Visitors may only use this system on the inmates assigned visitation day, whenever the inmates have free time.
- All rules set forth for non-contact visitation shall be adhered to when using the video visitation system.
- Any lewd, profane or inappropriate behavior shall result in loss of video visitation privileges for the visitor and/or inmate.
- Each inmate is permitted a maximum of three on site visitors per session.
- Visitation sign-up is limited and on a first-come first serve basis.
- Visitors are encouraged to go online and reserve a visitation time. Purchased visitation minutes are not transferable.
- An adult must accompany all visitors who are under 17 years of age. Children must be monitored at all times.
- Visitors are not allowed to bring any personal belongings with them into the visitation area other than their picture ID and/or a set of keys unless otherwise allowed by the jail.
ON SITE VIDEO VISITATION - * NOTE: Each inmate is assigned one day a week for on-site visits. Check with them for their specific day, then book a time online with Inmate Sales.
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY | 7:30AM - 11:30AM 12:30PM - 4:00PM 5:00PM - 7:00PM 7:30PM - 5:30AM |
| MONDAY | 7:30AM - 11:30AM 12:30PM - 4:00PM 5:00PM - 7:00PM 7:30PM - 5:30AM |
| TUESDAY | 7:30AM - 11:30AM 12:30PM - 4:00PM 5:00PM - 7:00PM 7:30PM - 5:30AM |
| WEDNESDAY | 7:30AM - 11:30AM 12:30PM - 4:00PM 5:00PM - 7:00PM 7:30PM - 5:30AM |
| THURSDAY | 7:30AM - 11:30AM 12:30PM - 4:00PM 5:00PM - 7:00PM 7:30PM - 5:30AM |
| FRIDAY | 7:30AM - 11:30AM 12:30PM - 4:00PM 5:00PM - 7:00PM 7:30PM - 5:30AM |
| SATURDAY | 7:30AM - 11:30AM 12:30PM - 4:00PM 5:00PM - 7:00PM 7:30PM - 5:30AM |
Dickson County Jail Remote Inmate Video Visitation
- First, you must register with Inmate Sales, and then schedule a visit.
- Each inmate is allowed an unlimited amount of visits per day. Remote visitation is $0.20 per minute.
- Remote Visits are $0.20 per minute.
REMOTE VIDEO VISITATION
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY | 7:30AM - 11:30AM 12:30PM - 4:00PM 5:00PM - 7:00PM 7:30PM - 5:30AM |
| MONDAY | 7:30AM - 11:30AM 12:30PM - 4:00PM 5:00PM - 7:00PM 7:30PM - 5:30AM |
| TUESDAY | 7:30AM - 11:30AM 12:30PM - 4:00PM 5:00PM - 7:00PM 7:30PM - 5:30AM |
| WEDNESDAY | 7:30AM - 11:30AM 12:30PM - 4:00PM 5:00PM - 7:00PM 7:30PM - 5:30AM |
| THURSDAY | 7:30AM - 11:30AM 12:30PM - 4:00PM 5:00PM - 7:00PM 7:30PM - 5:30AM |
| FRIDAY | 7:30AM - 11:30AM 12:30PM - 4:00PM 5:00PM - 7:00PM 7:30PM - 5:30AM |
| SATURDAY | 7:30AM - 11:30AM 12:30PM - 4:00PM 5:00PM - 7:00PM 7:30PM - 5:30AM |
Dickson County Jail uses the services of Inmate Sales, also known as Combined Public Communication (CPC) for visitation communication between inmates and their friends and family members.
In order to have a successful video visit, these are the steps to follow:
- Make sure you have a device a speaker, a camera and a connection to the internet.
- Register with Inmate Sales.
- Find Dickson County Jail
- Select 'New Purchase'
- Choose this facility and a product ('Remote' or 'Onsite' Visit)
- Enter your personal information and purchase minutes.
- Schedule a visit.
Call 877-998-5678 if you have any questions.
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We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Dickson County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 615-789-4109 for further assistance.
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Dickson County Jail on-site Inmate Visitation Schedule
140 County Jail Drive
Charlotte, TN 37036
615-789-4109
- First, you must register with Inmate Sales, and then schedule a visit.
- Each inmate is allowed an unlimited amount of visits per day. Remote visitation is $0.20 per minute.
- Proper attire is required. No low-cut blouses, tank tops, short skirts or dresses, tight shorts, hats or any other form of provocative dress will be allowed. Shirt and shoes must be worn.
- All visitors must provide proper state or government issued photo identification (i.e. driver’s license, foreign id or passports) for inmate visitation.
- On Site video visitation is available at no cost.
- A video visit lasts 20 minutes.
- Visitors may only use this system on the inmates assigned visitation day, whenever the inmates have free time.
- All rules set forth for non-contact visitation shall be adhered to when using the video visitation system.
- Any lewd, profane or inappropriate behavior shall result in loss of video visitation privileges for the visitor and/or inmate.
- Each inmate is permitted a maximum of three on site visitors per session.
- Visitation sign-up is limited and on a first-come first serve basis.
- Visitors are encouraged to go online and reserve a visitation time. Purchased visitation minutes are not transferable.
- An adult must accompany all visitors who are under 17 years of age. Children must be monitored at all times.
- Visitors are not allowed to bring any personal belongings with them into the visitation area other than their picture ID and/or a set of keys unless otherwise allowed by the jail.
ON SITE VIDEO VISITATION - * NOTE: Each inmate is assigned one day a week for on-site visits. Check with them for their specific day, then book a time online with Inmate Sales.
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY | 7:30AM - 11:30AM 12:30PM - 4:00PM 5:00PM - 7:00PM 7:30PM - 5:30AM |
| MONDAY | 7:30AM - 11:30AM 12:30PM - 4:00PM 5:00PM - 7:00PM 7:30PM - 5:30AM |
| TUESDAY | 7:30AM - 11:30AM 12:30PM - 4:00PM 5:00PM - 7:00PM 7:30PM - 5:30AM |
| WEDNESDAY | 7:30AM - 11:30AM 12:30PM - 4:00PM 5:00PM - 7:00PM 7:30PM - 5:30AM |
| THURSDAY | 7:30AM - 11:30AM 12:30PM - 4:00PM 5:00PM - 7:00PM 7:30PM - 5:30AM |
| FRIDAY | 7:30AM - 11:30AM 12:30PM - 4:00PM 5:00PM - 7:00PM 7:30PM - 5:30AM |
| SATURDAY | 7:30AM - 11:30AM 12:30PM - 4:00PM 5:00PM - 7:00PM 7:30PM - 5:30AM |
Dickson County Jail Remote Inmate Video Visitation
- First, you must register with Inmate Sales, and then schedule a visit.
- Each inmate is allowed an unlimited amount of visits per day. Remote visitation is $0.20 per minute.
- Remote Visits are $0.20 per minute.
REMOTE VIDEO VISITATION
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY | 7:30AM - 11:30AM 12:30PM - 4:00PM 5:00PM - 7:00PM 7:30PM - 5:30AM |
| MONDAY | 7:30AM - 11:30AM 12:30PM - 4:00PM 5:00PM - 7:00PM 7:30PM - 5:30AM |
| TUESDAY | 7:30AM - 11:30AM 12:30PM - 4:00PM 5:00PM - 7:00PM 7:30PM - 5:30AM |
| WEDNESDAY | 7:30AM - 11:30AM 12:30PM - 4:00PM 5:00PM - 7:00PM 7:30PM - 5:30AM |
| THURSDAY | 7:30AM - 11:30AM 12:30PM - 4:00PM 5:00PM - 7:00PM 7:30PM - 5:30AM |
| FRIDAY | 7:30AM - 11:30AM 12:30PM - 4:00PM 5:00PM - 7:00PM 7:30PM - 5:30AM |
| SATURDAY | 7:30AM - 11:30AM 12:30PM - 4:00PM 5:00PM - 7:00PM 7:30PM - 5:30AM |
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Dickson County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 615-789-4109 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Dickson County Jail?
The Dickson County Jail 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 Dickson County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 615-789-4109 for further assistance.
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How Do Inmates in Dickson County Jail Make Phone Calls?
To receive phone calls from inmates in Dickson County, or to assist them in making phone calls to other people, follow these steps:
- Dickson County Jail uses the services of a company named Inmate Sales.
- Register with them online or call them at 877-998-5678.
- Agents are available M-F from 8:00 AM - 12:00 midnight EST, Saturdays from 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM, and speak both English & Spanish.
- Services for Dickson County inmates and their families and friends include: Collect Calling, PIN Debit, Purchasing Calling Cards, Deposits, Messaging & Video Visitation.
For all the information regarding phone calls with Dickson 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 Dickson County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 615-789-4109 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the Dickson County Jail, and what can I send them?
Dickson County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines
Postcards
Check the Dickson County Jail'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 Dickson County Jail 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#
Dickson County Jail, TN
PO Box 76550
Highland Heights, KY 41076
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Dickson County Jail
140 County Jail Drive
Charlotte, TN 37036
(money orders to this address)
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 Dickson County Jail'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 Dickson County Jail standards will be disposed of.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Dickson County Jail
140 County Jail Drive
Charlotte, TN 37036
(money orders to this address)
Dickson County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines
Postcards
Check the Dickson County Jail's mail rules before sending postcards or books.
Envelopes
The Dickson County Jail also allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates.
Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Dickson County Jail, TN
PO Box 76550
Highland Heights, KY 41076
Legal Mail
Send all legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Dickson County Jail
140 County Jail Drive
Charlotte, TN 37036
(money orders to this address)
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 Dickson County Jail'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 Dickson County Jail standards will be disposed of.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Dickson County Jail
140 County Jail Drive
Charlotte, TN 37036
(money orders to this address)
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Dickson County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 615-789-4109 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Dickson County Jail, and what can I purchase?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Dickson County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 615-789-4109 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Dickson County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
Dickson County Jail 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:
- First you must register, and then funds are added to the inmate's account. If you want to pay by phone, call 877-998-5678.
- When an inmate gets the device they may send 5 free automated messages each day for the first three days of possession of the chirping device.
- These automated messages will inform the person the inmate Chirped who is sending the Chirps and the facility they are Chirping from.
- It will then ask them to go to a direct link to the inmate's account on the Inmate Sales website.
- The website will then instruct them to use a credit card to put money on the inmate's account.
Cost of Chirping:
- If an inmate has available funds on their chirping device they will be able to chirp any cell phone and that chirp will appear to be a normal text.
- If you wish to stop receiving Chirps from an inmate, reply to the Chirp with STOP.
How to Send a Secure Email Message to an Inmate in Dickson County
To send a secure email message to an inmate in Dickson County Jail follow these steps:
- Register with Inmate Sales, the company that handles inmate messaging in Dickson County, by creating an account.
- Select Tennessee, then select Dickson County Jail, 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.
- If you want to pay by phone, call 877-998-5678.
- 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.
- Chirping is the product name for inmate texting.
- This product allows Dickson County inmates to send chirps (texts) to friends and family members.
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Inmate Sales Apps
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For all information on how to Text/Email an Inmate in Dickson County Jail check out our Secure Messaging Guide for Dickson County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Dickson County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 615-789-4109 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the Dickson County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?
Dickson County Jail now offers Inmate Sales Tablets to their inmates.
Inmate Sales also handles inmate phone systems, video visitations, email and texting (they call it chirping) and digital letters.
The tablets are not directly connected to the internet, and inmates can use them for the following activities:
- Phone Calls - Inmates may make calls directly from their tablet allowing for more privacy. The rates are the same as the phones in the unit, and the calls are still recorded and monitored.
- eMessaging - Communicate via a text based message or picture.
- Job Search - Inmates have the ability to see what jobs are available when they are released.
- Education - Free educational platform and course catalog that provides thousands of educational resources.
- Self Help -Inmates have daily access to mental health and addiction recovery programming.
- Music - Top-40, Hip-Hop, Country, Rock, Gospel, and more.
- Law Library - Legal research with up-to-date case information.
- eBooks - Thousands of available titles.
- Religion - Religious resources for spiritual guidance.
- Games - Inmates can play their favorite games. Available through monthly subscriptions
- Facility Services - Digital access to submitted forms, requests, facility documents, and notifications from staff.
Here's how it works:
- Register here. It is recommended you use Chrome or Firefox.
Questions:
- By phone - 877-998-5678
Dickson County Jail now offers Inmate Sales Tablets to their inmates.
Inmate Sales also handles inmate phone systems, video visitations, email and texting (they call it chirping) and digital letters.
The tablets are not directly connected to the internet, and inmates can use them for the following activities:
Here's how it works:
- Register here. It is recommended you use Chrome or Firefox.
Questions:
- By phone - 877-998-5678
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Dickson County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 615-789-4109 for further assistance.
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