The Jackson County Jail & Sheriff is a 105 bed jail in the city of Gainesboro, Jackson 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: (931) 268-0180
Physical Address:
620 Hospital Drive
Gainesboro, TN 38562
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Jackson 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 (931) 268-0180 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up a Jackson County offender's Criminal Court Case online, or any offender that was arrested in the state of Tennessee.
Jackson County Jail & Sheriff Inmate Search
The Jackson County Jail & Sheriff maintains an average of 105 offenders in custody on any given day. The Jackson 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 Jackson County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 2,100 offenders.
The following charts of Jackson 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 Jackson 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 Jackson 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 Jackson 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 Jackson 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 Jackson County and Tennessee state prisons, click the button below.
Jackson County INMATE DEMOGRAPHICS
| Race | Inmates | % Total |
|---|---|---|
| White | 59 | 71.08% |
| Black | 4 | 4.82% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 4 | 4.82% |
| American Indian/Native Alaskan | 4 | 4.82% |
| Asian | 4 | 4.82% |
| Pacific Islander/Native Hawaiian | 4 | 4.82% |
| Other | 4 | 4.82% |
| Total | 83 | 100.0% |
(many inmates have multiple charges)
| Charge | Inmates | % Total |
|---|---|---|
| Felony (3rd Degree) | 27 | 32.53% |
| Felony (2rd Degree) | 19 | 22.89% |
| Felony (1st Degree) | 6 | 7.23% |
| State Jail Felony | 5 | 6.02% |
| Felony (Uncategorized) | 15 | 18.07% |
| Misdemeanor (Class A) | 11 | 13.25% |
| Misdemeanor (Class C) | 0 | 0.00% |
| Holds | 0 | 0.00% |
| Uncategorized | 0 | 0.00% |
| Sex | Inmates | % Total |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 74 | 89.16% |
| Female | 9 | 10.84% |
| Total | 83 | 100.0% |
| Age | Inmates | % Total |
|---|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1 | 1.20% |
| 18-20 | 5 | 6.02% |
| 21-24 | 6 | 7.23% |
| 25-30 | 18 | 21.69% |
| 31-35 | 18 | 21.69% |
| 36-40 | 16 | 19.28% |
| 41-45 | 8 | 9.64% |
| 46-50 | 4 | 4.82% |
| 51-55 | 4 | 4.82% |
| 56-60 | 3 | 3.61% |
| 61-65 | 0 | 0.00% |
| 66-75 | 0 | 0.00% |
| 76-85 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total | 83 | 100.0% |
INTERESTING FACTS about the Jackson County Jail: In early 2023, a new jail expansion was opened, that added 100 beds to the facility and created a new kitchen and booking area. A new HVAC system was also installed throughout the entire facility. This jail prides itself in having special dinners at Holidays for all inmates.
VISIT YOUR LOVED ONE
Having an outlet to contact loved ones outside the Jackson County Jail may be critical to the well-being of someone serving time behind bars.
Remote Visitation, in the comfort of your own home is available for most facilities. Visitation hours may be dependent upon the sex of the person and, also dependent upon the section of the facility in which they are housed.
In 2020, COVID stopped in person visitation in all facilities, but some have reinstated in person visitation. Call (931) 268-0180 to check the current status of in person visitation in.
You must submit a picture and government photo ID for facility approval prior to visiting someone in our facility and there is a strict protocol that must be followed or privileges can be revoked.
If you are doing in person visitation, visitors are subject to search. Dress appropriately. If too much skin is showing, you may be refused visitation rights.
COMMISSARY
Please include the inmates name, ID number, dorm number and cell or bed number if possible, when sending mail.
DO NOT SEND lewd photos. All mail will be inspected by authorities and contraband seized.
How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Jackson County Jail & Sheriff? What is the Schedule?
Inmate Visitation
IMPORTANT - All remote visitation at the Jackson County Jail & Sheriff is conducted by City Tele Coin video.
You can visit your inmate at the jail, or from your own device or computer at home.
The Jackson County Sheriff's Office provides a video kiosk in the lobby of the Sheriff's Office free of charge.
Visitation is limited to 10 minutes per visitor per day. Visitors must call ahead and follow ALL visitation guidelines.
If not coming to the Sheriff's Office, you may visit with an inmate using City Tele Coin fom home.
Video visitations are monitored and visitors MUST follow visitor guidelines. Visitors that are found to violate these guidelines, will have their visitation privileges suspended.
All Video Visitation services are provided by City Tele Coin.
To register for a direct pay account visit www.CityTeleCoin.com.
After your account has been created you can download the City Tele Coin app from iTunes or Google Play.
To video chat and send emails using the app or the City Tele Coin website, select Jackson County Jail to set up a remote account for the inmate.
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Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Jackson County Jail & Sheriff?
IMPORTANT - All remote visitation at the Jackson County Jail & Sheriff is conducted by City Tele Coin video.
You can visit your inmate at the jail, or from your own device or computer at home.
The Jackson County Sheriff's Office provides a video kiosk in the lobby of the Sheriff's Office free of charge.
Visitation is limited to 10 minutes per visitor per day. Visitors must call ahead and follow ALL visitation guidelines.
If not coming to the Sheriff's Office, you may visit with an inmate using City Tele Coin fom home.
Video visitations are monitored and visitors MUST follow visitor guidelines. Visitors that are found to violate these guidelines, will have their visitation privileges suspended.
All Video Visitation services are provided by City Tele Coin.
To register for a direct pay account visit www.CityTeleCoin.com.
After your account has been created you can download the City Tele Coin app from iTunes or Google Play.
To video chat and send emails using the app or the City Tele Coin website, select Jackson County Jail to set up a remote account for the inmate.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Jackson County Jail & Sheriff?
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. Jail Lobby Kiosk - Kiosks accept cash, credit cards, and debit cards.
4. Mail-in Lockbox - Friends or Family who do not have a credit or debit card can mail money orders to their secure lockbox to make deposits to an inmate’s account. Depositors use a customized form that captures all needed information. Upon receipt, they process and post the deposits to the inmate's trust fund in approximately 48 hours.
Money orders may be mailed to inmates at:
Access Corrections
P.O. Box 12486
St. Louis, MO 63132
Money orders must be made out to "Access Secure Deposits".
Include the state, city, inmate name and ID number on all money orders.
5. Walk-in Cash Deposits - Go to any Cash Pay Today location to deposit cash to your inmate's account.
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: [email protected]
Online Chat - Look for 'bubble' on bottom right of the page linked here.
To send commissary money to an inmate in Jackson County Jail & Sheriff 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 Jackson County Jail & Sheriff.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Jackson County Jail & Sheriff?
To register and sign up for a phone account with City Tele Coin to communicate with your Jackson County Jail & Sheriff inmate, follow the instructions below:
For all the information you need to know, including instructions, policies, tips and solutions to possible issues regarding making phone calls with an inmate in Jackson County, visit our full page guide.
NOTE: All phone conversations and messages are recorded and stored. Whatever you talk about, can and will be used against your inmate in court. Never discuss their pending criminal case!
Also, be warned that some phone providers are collecting voice prints for a database which law enforcement agencies are building.
Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Jackson 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 Jackson 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 Jackson County Jail & Sheriff staff. They will not honor reports of discrepancies from inmate's families or friends.
My CarePack is the Jackson 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 commissary money to an inmate in Jackson County Jail & Sheriff 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 Jackson County Jail & Sheriff.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Jackson County Jail & Sheriff using an Online Messaging Service?
They are the same company that facilitate Secure Deposits and Securepaks, so if you are already registered with them, then you are already approved to send Secure Messages to your inmate.
After Registering/Logging In:
1. You choose Jackson County Jail & Sheriff.
2. You Search for your inmate by typing in his last name. You can further narrow your search by adding his first name and/or Inmate ID.
3. You add a credit or debit card.
4. You buy a message plan (plans and prices vary), or buy credits. One credit costs $0.01.
5. You select the option for your inmate to be able use the credits which you purchase, to message back to you... Or not.
6. Jackson County Jail & Sheriff charges a fee for each message sent or received.
Important Things to Know
- Access Corrections has an iphone app and an android app for using their services.
- ALL of your correspondence will be monitored by the jail.
- Do NOT write anything you wouldn’t want repeated in court.
- Rates vary and are always subject to change.
- Inmates can write you back ONLY if you select that option.
- You CAN send photos up to 32MB in file size. Subject to change.
- You CAN have unlimited credits on your account but are limited in the amount of each credit purchase.
- You may NOT type or send emoticons.
- You may NOT copy and paste text. Type directly.
- You may NOT type profanities, violence or characters not approved.
- Due to messages having to be reviewed first, allow up to five days for a message to be delivered.
- You may NOT transfer credits to another email.
Phone: 866-345-1884
Email: [email protected]
FAQ
Contact Page
iphone app
Android app
To send a secure email message to an inmate in Jackson County Jail & Sheriff follow these steps:
For all information on how to Text/Email an Inmate in Jackson County Jail & Sheriff check out our Secure Messaging Guide for Jackson County.
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