Humphreys County Jail
Humphreys County Jail
Staff at the 68-bed Humphreys County Jail can be reached 24 hours a day for inmate information at 931-296-2867.
After an arrest for a misdemeanor or felony in this county, the person is brought here for booking and processing. What happens next depends on the charges: they may be bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or held until the end of their trial.
Check the inmate search tool to see the current list of people in custody.
Inmates who receive a sentence of less than one year stay at this jail to serve it. Those who receive longer sentences are moved to the Tennessee State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page walks you through searching the jail roster, getting directions, and using services like visitation, inmate account funding, mail, phone calls, voicemail, email and text, tablet rentals, bail bonds, and commissary.
Hang on to the inmate’s booking or jail ID number; it’s often required to send mail or messages. If you can’t find it online, call Humphreys County Jail at 931-296-2867.
Inmate Services
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Humphreys 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 931-296-2867 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up a Humphreys 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.
Humphreys County Jail Inmate Search
The Humphreys County Jail maintains an average of 68 offenders in custody on any given day. The Humphreys 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 Humphreys County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 1,360 offenders.
The following charts of Humphreys 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 Humphreys 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 Humphreys 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 Humphreys 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 68-bed Humphreys County Jail is responsible for the housing and care of those who are accused or convicted of committing a misdemeanor or felony in Humphreys 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.
The Humphreys County Sheriff maintains an Active Arrest Warrant Search feature, with photos of the county fugitives, on their website.
If you have questions regarding an inmate or the programs and services provided, the staff can be reached at 931-296-2867, 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 Humphreys 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#
Humphreys County Jail
112 Thompson Street
Waverly, TN 37185
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#
Humphreys County Jail
112 Thompson Street
Waverly, TN 37185
- Jail (Main): 931-296-2867
- Sheriff: 931-296-2301
Booking process details at Humphreys County Jail
When someone is arrested, they are taken to Humphreys 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 Humphreys County Jail typically involves the following steps:
- Identifying the individual.
- Taking a mugshot.
- Health assessments and questions about criminal background.
- DNA collection if applicable.
- Conducting a full-body search.
- Confiscating personal property.
- Allowing a phone call.
For details on posting bond for an arrestee, call the facility at 931-296-2867.
How to post bail for a loved one in Humphreys County
Once booked at Humphreys County Jail in Waverly, 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 931-296-2867.
Several payment methods are available for bail.
- Cash bonds are settled in full at the jail's bonding window or the clerk of court with cash, a cashier's check or a money order, and card payments are often available at a lobby kiosk or through an online bond vendor for a fee; bring the inmate's full name and booking number, and the jail can be reached at 931-296-2867.
- Licensed bail bondsmen in Humphreys County can assist with the process.
- Many courts accept land or a house as bond collateral; the owner proves clear title and equity worth at least the bond amount, often double, with a deed and a recent tax or appraisal value, and the court that set bail approves the property.
For more details on the bail process in Humphreys County, Tennessee, visit the Humphreys County Jail Bail Information Page.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the Humphreys County Jail? What is the Schedule?
Humphreys County Jail ON-SITE (at the jail) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE
112 Thompson Street
Waverly, TN 37185
931-296-2867
Schedule Video Visits online with Paytel
- On-site Visits are free.
- Visitation schedule subject to change.
- Inmates are allowed six 15-minute visits per week.
- You must arrive 15 minutes prior to the visit.
- A maximum of one adult and one child are allowed per an on-site video session.
- Only one infant (under 1 year of age) will be allowed per visit and will not be counted as a visitor
- All visits must be made at least 24 hours in advance.
- Any person visiting must not have been incarcerated within the past 180 days.
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | NO on site VISITS |
| MONDAY | 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM |
| TUESDAY | 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM |
| THURSDAY | 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM |
| FRIDAY | 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM |
| SATURDAY | 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM |
Humphreys County Jail REMOTE (at home) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE
Schedule Video Visits online with Paytel
- All visits must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance.
- Remote visits are charged a fee.
- Visitation Schedule subject to change.
REMOTE VISITATION SCHEDULE
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM |
| MONDAY | 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM |
| TUESDAY | 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM |
| THURSDAY | 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM |
| FRIDAY | 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM |
| SATURDAY | 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM |
Attorneys have access to their clients during the following times:
7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
- Inmates cannot be seen during mealtimes, lockdowns and emergency situations.
- Attorneys may call 931-296-2867 for questions or appointments.
Visiting an Inmate at the Humphreys County Jail
Humphreys County Jail uses PayTel Connect for visiting an inmate - These are video visits.
It works like this:
- To start a video visit, the inmate will need to send the initial invite for the visit.
- After your inmate sends the invite you will receive a text to your phone notifying you of this request.
- At that point you should set up an account on the website www.paytelconnect.com.
- If you already have an account, you will need to access your account from the website www.paytelconnect.com or Pay Tel Connect™.
- You will then need to agree to the terms of use and accept the iinmate as a contact.
- Lastly, you will nned to send in a picture of your state ID and selfie.
- Once the Humphreys County Jail approves your photos, your inmate can send you a request for a visit or you can set up a visit yourself.
Visiting an Inmate at the Humphreys County Jail
Humphreys County Jail uses PayTel Connect for visiting an inmate with video.
It works like this:
- To start a video visit, the inmate will need to send the initial invite for the visit.
- Then you will receive a text to your phone notifying you of this request.
- Then you should set up an account on the website www.paytelconnect.com.
- The Humphreys County Jail requires you upload a copy of your ID and a selfie.
For more information, including dress codes, rules and guidelines, visiting hours and more, check out our Visitation Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Humphreys County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 931-296-2867 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Humphreys County Jail?
Humphreys County Jail uses PayTel Connect for visiting an inmate - These are video visits.
It works like this:
- To start a video visit, the inmate will need to send the initial invite for the visit.
- After your inmate sends the invite you will receive a text to your phone notifying you of this request.
- At that point you should set up an account on the website www.paytelconnect.com.
- If you already have an account, you will need to access your account from the website www.paytelconnect.com or Pay Tel Connect™.
- You will then need to agree to the terms of use and accept the iinmate as a contact.
- Lastly, you will nned to send in a picture of your state ID and selfie.
- Once the Humphreys County Jail approves your photos, your inmate can send you a request for a visit or you can set up a visit yourself.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Humphreys County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 931-296-2867 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Humphreys County Jail?
The Humphreys 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 Humphreys County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 931-296-2867 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Humphreys County Jail?
How Do Inmates in Humphreys County Jail Make Phone Calls?
To receive phone calls from inmates in Humphreys County, or to assist them in making phone calls to other people, follow these steps:
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Register here,
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contact them online, or
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call 800-729-8355 if you want to speak to an agent.
For all the information regarding phone calls with Humphreys County inmates; rules, policies, phone calling times, costs, limits, tablet rental 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 Humphreys County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 931-296-2867 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the Humphreys County Jail, and what can I send them?
Humphreys County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines
Postcards
Ask the Humphreys County Jail whether it accepts postcards, and what size and type, before mailing one. Always include your name and return address.
Envelopes
The Humphreys 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#
Humphreys County Jail
112 Thompson Street
Waverly, TN 37185
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Humphreys County Jail
112 Thompson Street
Waverly, TN 37185
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 Humphreys 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 Humphreys County Jail standards will be disposed of.
Ask the Humphreys County Jail whether hardcover books are accepted.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Humphreys County Jail
112 Thompson Street
Waverly, TN 37185
Humphreys County Jail Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?
For inmates receiving mail in the Humphreys 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 Humphreys County Jail:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Humphreys County Jail
112 Thompson Street
Waverly, TN 37185
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 Humphreys County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 931-296-2867 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Humphreys 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 Humphreys County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 931-296-2867 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Humphreys County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
inteleMESSAGE by Pay Tel is a service in which Humphreys County inmates can use tablets to send messages to any friend or family member that has set up an on-line prepaid or direct bill account with Pay Tel.
How inteleMESSAGE Works
- The Humphreys County Jail inmate must contact you first in order to activate messaging for your account.
- Once an inmate has messaged you, you are then able to visit the Pay Tel website, log in, read and respond to his or her messages.
- When you log in and follow the inteleMESSAGE™ link, you will be asked if you want to accept messages from your Humphreys County inmate. If you accept, you will then be able to read any inmate message that has been sent to you.
- An on-line prepaid or direct bill account is required to use messaging.
- You must visit the Pay Tel website, login to your account, and follow the inteleMESSAGE™ link in order to send or check for messages. You will not be notified of messages by any other method.
- All messages are subject to monitoring and review and should never be used for privileged attorney-inmate communications.
- If a message is rejected for any reason, the sender’s account will be automatically credited for the cost of the message.
- Free messages which are rejected will not be refunded or restored.
Cost to send messages
- The sender of the message is charged $.50 per message. Rates are subject to change.
- For friends and family outside of a facility, this amount is deducted from the prepaid account balance or charged to your direct bill account.
- For inmates, the amount is charged to the inmate and deducted from the inmate’s debit account.
- There is no charge to read a message that was sent to you.
Paytel App Download
Check to see if Tablets are Available in Humphreys County Jail for rent to your inmate. Tablets can be used for phone calls, messaging, education, and entertainment.
How to Send a Secure Email Message to an Inmate in Humphreys County
To send a secure email message to an inmate in Humphreys County Jail follow these steps:
How inteleMESSAGE Works
- The Humphreys County Jail inmate must contact you first in order to activate messaging for your account.
- Once an inmate has messaged you, you are then able to visit the Pay Tel website, log in, read and respond to his or her messages.
- When you log in and follow the inteleMESSAGE™ link, you will be asked if you want to accept messages from your Humphreys County inmate. If you accept, you will then be able to read any inmate message that has been sent to you.
For all information on rates, and how to Text/Email an Inmate in Humphreys County Jail check out our Secure Messaging Guide for Humphreys County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Humphreys County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 931-296-2867 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the Humphreys County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?
Paytel Tablets can be rented by inmates housed in the Humphreys County Jail for a small monthly fee.
Tablets can be used by inmates, for the following things:
- Phone Calls
- Messages (email / texts)
- Educational applications
- Entertainment (movies, games, television, music)
- Humphreys County Jail information (rules, guidelines, visitation schedules, etc.)
- Legal research
- Medical requests
- Programs (anger management, drug recovery, job skills, parenting, etc.)
Contact Paytel online, or call the Humphreys County Jail directly at 931-296-2867 to rent a tablet for your inmate.
If you want download the Paytel App, click the image below:
Tablets Rentals Offer Great Solutions for Inmates at the Humphreys County Jail
How can you rent a tablet for an inmate in Humphreys County? Read the following:
Tablets can be used by inmates, for the following things:
- Phone Calls
- Messages (email / texts)
- Educational applications and Entertainment
- Legal Research
- and much more!
Contact Paytel online, or call the Humphreys County Jail directly at 931-296-2867 to rent a tablet for your inmate.
To find out everything you need to know about renting a tablet, what it can be used for, how much it costs, and more, check out our Tablet Page for Humphreys County Jail.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Humphreys County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 931-296-2867 for further assistance.
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Nearby counties
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