Pickett County Jail

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Search for an Inmate or Active Arrest Warrant in Pickett County

Pickett County Jail

The Pickett County Jail is CLOSED.

Offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies in this county are brought to the Fentress County Jail for booking and processing, and if their crime requires it, are incarcerated until they are either bonded out, are released from custody on their own recognizance, or are ordered to remain in custody until the disposition of their trial.

You can also use the inmate search tool to see this facility's roster of those who have been arrested and are still in custody.

Those who are found guilty and sentenced to a term of less than one year, will do their time in the Fentress County Jail. Those sentenced to longer terms will be sent to either the Tennessee State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

It's always a good idea to find out and save the inmate's jail ID number or booking number as you may need this for sending mail or other communication needs. If you can't locate it online, you can call the Fentress County Jail at 931-879-8142 to get it.

Phone: 931-879-8142

Physical Address:
Pickett County Jail
Byrdstown, TN

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Fentress County Jail
140 Justice Center Drive
Jamestown, TN 38556

Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Fentress County Jail
140 Justice Center Drive
Jamestown, TN 38556

Other Jails and Prisons

How Do You Find Someone in the Pickett County Jail?

To search for an inmate in the Pickett 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 931-879-8142 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up a Pickett 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.

Pickett County Jail Inmate Search

The Pickett County Jail maintains an average of offenders in custody on any given day. The Pickett 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 Pickett County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 3,320 offenders.

The following charts of Pickett 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 Pickett 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 Pickett 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 Pickett 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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About the Pickett County Jail

The Pickett County Jail is CLOSED.

Offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies in this county are brought to the Fentress County Jail for booking and processing, and if their crime requires it, are incarcerated until they are either bonded out, are released from custody on their own recognizance, or are ordered to remain in custody until the disposition of their trial.

You can also use the inmate search tool to see this facility's roster of those who have been arrested and are still in custody.

Those who are found guilty and sentenced to a term of less than one year, will do their time in the Fentress County Jail. Those sentenced to longer terms will be sent to either the Tennessee State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

It's always a good idea to find out and save the inmate's jail ID number or booking number as you may need this for sending mail or other communication needs. If you can't locate it online, you can call the Fentress County Jail at 931-879-8142 to get it.

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

The booking procedure at Pickett County Jail

After an arrest, individuals are taken to Pickett 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 Pickett 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 931-879-8142.

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Inmate Bail and Bonding

How to handle bail after an arrest in Pickett County

If someone has been booked at Pickett County Jail in , 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 931-879-8142.

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 931-879-8142 for the jail).
  • Assistance is available from licensed bail bond companies in Pickett 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 Pickett County, Tennessee, visit the Pickett County Jail Bail Information Page.

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Inmate Visitation

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Pickett County Jail? What is the Schedule?

Pickett County Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

Pickett County Jail
Byrdstown, TN
931-879-8142

  • Visits are 30 minutes.
  • You must be on the inmate's visitor list.
  • The actual visitation times may depend on the inmate and their housing location. Call 931-879-8142 and get your inmate's times and make an appointment to visit.
  • Inmates are allowed one visit per week.
  • A maximum of 2 guests are allowed per inmate.
  • Visitors must have a government issued photo ID.
  • Dress professionally with non-revealing clothing.

ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 931-879-8142 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!

DAY TIMES
SUNDAY 9:00AM - 11:00AM
2:00PM - 4:00PM
MONDAY 9:00AM - 11:00AM
2:00PM - 4:00PM
6:00PM - 8:00PM
TUESDAY 9:00AM - 11:00AM
2:00PM - 4:00PM
6:00PM - 8:00PM
WEDNESDAY 9:00AM - 11:00AM
2:00PM - 4:00PM
6:00PM - 8:00PM
THURSDAY 9:00AM - 11:00AM
2:00PM - 4:00PM
6:00PM - 8:00PM
FRIDAY 9:00AM - 11:00AM
2:00PM - 4:00PM
6:00PM - 8:00PM
SATURDAY 9:00AM - 11:00AM
2:00PM - 4:00PM

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Pickett County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 931-879-8142 for further assistance.

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Remote Video Visitation

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Pickett County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 931-879-8142 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Pickett County Jail?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Pickett County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 931-879-8142 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Pickett County Jail?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Pickett County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 931-879-8142 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

How do I Mail an Inmate in the Pickett County Jail, and what can I send them?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Pickett County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 931-879-8142 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Pickett 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 Pickett County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 931-879-8142 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Pickett 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 Pickett County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 931-879-8142 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Pickett 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 Pickett County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 931-879-8142 for further assistance.

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Other Jails in Pickett County

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

Pickett County County Jails
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Other Jails Nearby

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

Pickett Wayne Clinton Overton Clay Fentress Scott
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Search for an Inmate or Active Arrest Warrant in Pickett County

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