Hawkins County Detention Center

Search for an Inmate or Active Arrest Warrant in Hawkins County

Hawkins County Detention Center

Looking for someone in custody? The inmate search tool shows everyone currently held at the 266-bed Hawkins County Detention Center, and staff can answer questions around the clock at 423-272-4848.

Anyone arrested in the county on misdemeanor or felony charges comes through this facility for booking and processing. Depending on the charges, they may be held until they are bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or kept in custody until their trial is over.

People sentenced to under a year serve that time at this jail. Longer sentences are served in the Tennessee State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

This page covers the visitation schedule, adding funds to an inmate’s account, mail rules, phone calls from inmates, voicemail, email and texting, tablet rentals, how to post bail, and commissary orders.

Keep the inmate’s jail ID or booking number handy, because most mail and messaging services require it. If you can’t find it online, call Hawkins County Detention Center at 423-272-4848.

Phone

423-272-4848

Physical address

117 Justice Center Drive
Rogersville, TN 37857
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Mailing address (personal mail)

Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Hawkins County Detention Center
117 Justice Center Drive
Rogersville, TN 37857

Mailing address (legal mail or subscriptions)

Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Hawkins County Detention Center
117 Justice Center Drive
Rogersville, TN 37857

Other Jails and Prisons

To search for an inmate in the Hawkins County 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 423-272-4848 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up a Hawkins 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.

Hawkins County Detention Center Inmate Search

The Hawkins County Detention Center maintains an average of 266 offenders in custody on any given day. The Hawkins County 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 Hawkins County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 7,400 offenders.

The following charts of Hawkins 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 Hawkins 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 Hawkins 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 Hawkins 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.

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Built in 2010, this is a 266-bed facility. The facility was originally an old Kmart building that was transformed into the new justice center.The jail has recently be in a crisis mode due to an extreme shortage in correctional officers. The officers have described this as a “no frills” jail. There is a drunk tank with bright pink walls, supposedly to “soothe” the arrested.

Located in the Justice Center that also houses the courthouse and the sheriff's office, the is a holding facility for processing arrests and holding those who are unable to be released before their court date.

To learn about bail, visiting, and court dates the staff are able to answer most questions at 423-272-4848 and information about inmates is also available online.

All of those who are arrested in Hawkins County are processed through this location, and its shared address with the rest of the justice center limits the need for transportation, while its small size limits the programs that are offered.

All basic needs and services remain in place including medical care, mental health care, all meals, time and supplies for hygiene needs, personal space for sleeping, recreation time and activities, and opportunities for social interactions.

Contact with friends and family are considered to be necessary for mental health so phones are provided and accessible during the day for outgoing calls, mail can be sent to:

Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Hawkins County Detention Center
117 Justice Center Drive
Rogersville, TN 37857

... and will be delivered on weekdays, right after it has been inspected for contraband. Visits are scheduled directly with the facility and will occur at least once each week. 

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How does the booking process work at Hawkins County Detention Center?

Once someone is arrested, they are taken to Hawkins County Detention Center for booking. This process involves identifying the individual, determining charges, and deciding if they will be released on their own recognizance, released on bail, or held in custody until their court date.

It’s important for the arrestee to stay silent, as anything they say can be used against them. The best advice is to avoid answering any questions about the arrest until legal counsel is present.

The booking process at Hawkins County Detention Center typically includes the following steps:

  • Verifying identity.
  • Taking a mugshot.
  • Answering questions regarding medical, mental health, and substance use history.
  • DNA collection, if required.
  • Conducting a thorough search.
  • Confiscating personal belongings.
  • Providing a free phone call.

For questions about paying an arrestee’s bond or bail amount, contact the facility at 423-272-4848.

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What is the process to pay bail for someone detained in Hawkins County?

After an individual is apprehended and taken to Hawkins County Detention Center in Rogersville for booking, their release options vary based on the situation:

1. They might be released without bail, on the condition they appear in court on a scheduled date.
2. They may be detained until their court appearance.
3. They may be eligible for release after posting a bail or bond.  Call 423-272-4848 for the exact bail amount.

There are different ways to settle an individual's bail or bond.

  • To post a cash bond, pay the full amount at the jail bonding window or the clerk's office by cash, cashier's check or money order; many facilities also accept cards at a lobby kiosk or through an online bond vendor for a fee, and you will need the inmate's full name and booking number (jail phone: 423-272-4848).
  • A licensed bail bondsman in Hawkins County can assist with payment.
  • Real property such as land or a house is accepted as collateral by many courts, provided the owner proves clear title and equity worth at least the bond, frequently twice the bond, with a deed and a current tax or appraisal value; the court that set bail signs off on it.

For more information on the bail process in Hawkins County, Tennessee, visit the Hawkins County Detention Center Bail Information Page.

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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Hawkins County Detention Center? What is the Schedule?

Hawkins County Detention Center on-site Inmate Visitation Schedule

117 Justice Center Drive
Rogersville, TN 37857
423-272-4848

  • 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 9:00AM - 6:00PM
MONDAY 9:00AM - 6:00PM
TUESDAY 9:00AM - 6:00PM
WEDNESDAY 9:00AM - 6:00PM
THURSDAY 9:00AM - 6:00PM
FRIDAY 9:00AM - 6:00PM
SATURDAY 9:00AM - 6:00PM


Hawkins County Detention Center 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 6:00AM - 11:00PM
MONDAY 6:00AM - 11:00PM
TUESDAY 6:00AM - 11:00PM
WEDNESDAY 6:00AM - 11:00PM
THURSDAY 6:00AM - 11:00PM
FRIDAY 6:00AM - 11:00PM
SATURDAY 6:00AM - 11:00PM

Hawkins County Detention Center 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:

  1. Make sure you have a device a speaker, a camera and a connection to the internet.
  2. Register with Inmate Sales.
  3. Find Hawkins County Detention Center
  4. Select 'New Purchase'
  5. Choose this facility and a product ('Remote' or 'Onsite' Visit)
  6. Enter your personal information and purchase minutes.
  7. 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 Hawkins County Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 423-272-4848 for further assistance.

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Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Hawkins County Detention Center?

Hawkins County Detention Center on-site Inmate Visitation Schedule

117 Justice Center Drive
Rogersville, TN 37857
423-272-4848

  • 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 9:00AM - 6:00PM
MONDAY 9:00AM - 6:00PM
TUESDAY 9:00AM - 6:00PM
WEDNESDAY 9:00AM - 6:00PM
THURSDAY 9:00AM - 6:00PM
FRIDAY 9:00AM - 6:00PM
SATURDAY 9:00AM - 6:00PM


Hawkins County Detention Center 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 6:00AM - 11:00PM
MONDAY 6:00AM - 11:00PM
TUESDAY 6:00AM - 11:00PM
WEDNESDAY 6:00AM - 11:00PM
THURSDAY 6:00AM - 11:00PM
FRIDAY 6:00AM - 11:00PM
SATURDAY 6:00AM - 11:00PM

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hawkins County Detention Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 423-272-4848 for further assistance.

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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Hawkins County Detention Center?

The Hawkins County Detention Center 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 Hawkins County Detention Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 423-272-4848 for further assistance.

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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Hawkins County Detention Center?

How Do Inmates in Hawkins County Detention Center Make Phone Calls?

To receive phone calls from inmates in Hawkins County, or to assist them in making phone calls to other people, follow these steps:

  • Hawkins County Detention Center 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 Hawkins County inmates and their families and friends include: Collect Calling, PIN Debit, Purchasing Calling Cards, Deposits, Messaging & Video Visitation.

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For all the information regarding phone calls with Hawkins 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 Hawkins County Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 423-272-4848 for further assistance.

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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Hawkins County Detention Center, and what can I send them?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hawkins County Detention Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 423-272-4848 for further assistance.

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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Hawkins County Detention Center, and what can I purchase?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hawkins County Detention Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 423-272-4848 for further assistance.

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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Hawkins County Detention Center using an Online Messaging Service?

Hawkins County Detention Center 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:  

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  • 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.

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How to Send a Secure Email Message to an Inmate in Hawkins County

To send a secure email message to an inmate in Hawkins County Detention Center follow these steps:

  • Register with Inmate Sales, the company that handles inmate messaging in Hawkins County, by creating an account.
  • Select Tennessee, then select Hawkins County Detention Center, 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 Hawkins 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 Hawkins County Detention Center check out our Secure Messaging Guide for Hawkins County.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hawkins County Detention Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 423-272-4848 for further assistance.

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Do Inmates in the Hawkins County Detention Center have Access to Tablets or Computers?

Hawkins County Detention Center 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:

Questions:

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Hawkins County Detention Center 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:

Questions:

iphone app download

Google Play download

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hawkins County Detention Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 423-272-4848 for further assistance.

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What are the other City and County Jails in Hawkins County?

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What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Hawkins County?

Hawkins County (this county)Sullivan CountyHancock CountyGrainger CountyHamblen CountyGreene CountyWashington CountyScott County, Virginia
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Search for an Inmate or Active Arrest Warrant in Hawkins County

This facility, known as "Hawkins County Detention Center" is also known as Hawkins County Jail & Sheriff, Hawkins County Jail & Sheriff , Hawkins County Jail & Sheriff , Tennessee, Hawkins.