Looking for someone in custody? The inmate search tool shows everyone currently held at the 35-bed Houston County Jail, and staff can answer questions around the clock at 931-289-4614.
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 Houston County Jail at 931-289-4614.
Phone: 931-289-4614
Physical Address:
3330 State Route 149
Erin, TN 37061
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Houston County Jail
3330 Hwy 149
Erin, TN 37061
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Houston County Jail
3330 Hwy 149
Erin, TN 37061
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Houston 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 931-289-4614 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up a Houston 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.
Houston County Jail Inmate Search
The Houston County Jail maintains an average of 35 offenders in custody on any given day. The Houston 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 Houston County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 700 offenders.
The following charts of Houston 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 Houston 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 Houston 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 Houston 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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The 35-bed Houston County Jail, while primarily a facility for local offenders who are both pre-trial and sentenced for short sentences of under one year, also houses some state inmates when they are back in the county to attend court proceedings. On -site visiting hours are Saturday and Sunday from 8:00 am through 5:00 pm., however all visitors are required to fill out an application, and the application must be approved prior to visit.
As with most jails, no outside items from friends or family will be accepted unless approved by the Sheriff, who manages the jail for Houston County.
The Houston County Jail is responsible for the housing and care of those who are accused or convicted of committing a misdemeanor or felony in Houston County as they wait for their trial or as they serve their sentence, usually less than one year.
It serves many law enforcement organizations including the Sheriff’s Department, local police, Immigration, and other surrounding counties as needed.
If you have questions regarding an inmate or the programs and services provided, the staff can be reached at 931-289-4614, and an online listing of all the detainees is published for your own investigation.
Upon intake, the booking process is completed, which includes a medical screening, fingerprinting and mugshots, DNA sample, along with an assessment to determine security needs, medical needs, mental health requirements, and housing assignment.
Staff is available to transport all inmates to court dates and any medical appointments or emergency needs, as well as inspecting all mail for contraband, receiving commissary funds and other money for inmates, maintaining the safety of the community and the security of the facility, and other tasks.
The Houston County Jail also provides several other services to inmates including basic needs in meals, laundry, and hygiene items, and programs including AA, counseling, religious programs, education, recreation, and opportunities to grow social and life skills.
Along with the efforts made by the staff, reduced recidivism is seen when inmates are able to stay in contact and supported by their family or friends who are not incarcerated so mail, phones, and visits are provided.
Visits are in person, and are via video and an account is created online to book and complete visits, allowing both visitors and inmates to schedule a visit.
Phone accounts are also registered online, and allow for inmates to make outgoing calls during the daytime and evening hours when they are not participating in a task or program.
Information for money for an inmate’s commissary can be found on our Inmate Money page.
All personal mail is sent to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Houston County Jail
3330 Hwy 149
Erin, TN 37061
Staff will open each piece and look for contraband, which is removed before it is given to the inmate.
Legal mail, money orders, books and newspaper and magazine subscriptions are mailed to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Houston County Jail
3330 Hwy 149
Erin, TN 37061
When someone is arrested, they are taken to Houston County Jail for booking. This process involves verifying identity, assessing charges, and determining whether the person will be released on bail or detained.
It's crucial to remain silent during this process, as any statements could be used in court. Legal counsel should be consulted before making any comments about the arrest.
The booking process at Houston County Jail typically involves the following steps:
For details on posting bond for an arrestee, call the facility at 931-289-4614.
Once booked at Houston County Jail in Erin, the individual has several possible outcomes:
1. Release without posting bail, with a commitment to appear in court.
2. Remaining in custody until their court date.
3. Posting bail or bond for release. For the exact amount, call 931-289-4614.
Several payment methods are available for bail.
For more details on the bail process in Houston County, Tennessee, visit the Houston County Jail Bail Information Page.
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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Houston County Jail? What is the Schedule?
3330 State Route 149
Erin, TN 37061
931-289-4614
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 931-289-4614 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY | 8:00AM - 5:00PM |
| SATURDAY | 8:00AM - 5:00PM |
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Houston County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 931-289-4614 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 Houston County Jail?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Houston County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 931-289-4614 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Houston County Jail?
1. Online - Making a deposit using a verified Visa or Mastercard online, or using their Apple or Android App.
2. By phone - Dial 866.345.1884 to reach their 24/7 Access Corrections domestic call centers.
3. Lobby kiosk - Ask the jail whether it has an Access Corrections kiosk for deposits.
4. By mail - Ask Access Corrections or the jail whether money orders can be mailed, and to what address.
Ask who the money order should be made out to, and include the inmate name and ID number on all money orders.
5. Walk-in Cash Deposits - Ask the Houston County Jail whether it accepts cash deposits in person, and where.
Secure Deposits - Frequently Asked Questions
Secure Deposits - Video Tutorial on How it Works
Secure Deposits - Help Pages
Customer Service Contacts:
Phone: 866-345-1884
Email: customerservice@accesscorrections.com
Online Chat - Look for 'bubble' on bottom right of the page linked here.
To send commissary money to an inmate in Houston County Jail follow these steps:
For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account check out our full money and commissary guide for Houston County Jail.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Houston County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 931-289-4614 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Houston County Jail?
To receive phone calls from inmates in Houston County, or to assist them in making phone calls to other people, follow these steps:
For all the information regarding phone calls with Houston 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 Houston County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 931-289-4614 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Houston County Jail, and what can I send them?
Postcards
Ask the Houston County Jail whether it accepts postcards, and what size and type, before mailing one. Always include your name and return address.
Envelopes
The Houston 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 #
Houston County Jail
3330 Hwy 149
Erin, TN 37061
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Houston County Jail
3330 Hwy 149
Erin, TN 37061
Newspapers
Newspapers may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the 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
Ask the Houston County Jail whether books can be mailed in, and whether they must come straight from a publisher or retailer such as Amazon, Barnes & Noble or Books-A-Million. You can order them directly from your computer and have them shipped to the inmate at the address noted.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Houston County Jail standards will be disposed of.
Ask the Houston County Jail whether hardcover books are accepted.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Houston County Jail
3330 Hwy 149
Erin, TN 37061
For inmates receiving mail in the Houston County Jail there are different addresses and policies depending on the inmate's status, as well as what type of mail they are receiving; personal mail, legal mail, subscriptions or books sent from a third-party such as Amazon.
All mail is to be shipped to the Houston County Jail:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Houston County Jail
3330 Hwy 149
Erin, TN 37061
For complete information on mail policies, what you can send an inmate and what address to send them, check out our Inmate Mail page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Houston County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 931-289-4614 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Houston County Jail, and what can I purchase?
To send commissary money to an inmate in Houston County Jail follow these steps:
For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account check out our full money and commissary guide for Houston County Jail.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Houston County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 931-289-4614 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Houston County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Houston County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 931-289-4614 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Houston County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Houston County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 931-289-4614 for further assistance.
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What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Houston County?
This facility, known as "Houston County Jail" is also known as Houston County Jail & Sheriff, Houston County Jail & Sheriff , Houston County Jail & Sheriff , Tennessee, Houston.
