Phone: 423-338-4543
Physical Address:
164 Industrial Access Circle
Benton, TN 37307
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's first and last name
c/o Polk County Detention Center
PO Box 1189
Benton, TN 37307
To search for an inmate in the Polk 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 423-338-4543 for the information you are looking for.
Polk County Jail & Sheriff Inmate Search
Polk County maintains an average of 154 inmates in custody on any given day (in all jails combined). The jail has a weekly turnover of 55% of their population. Every year Polk County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 3,080 offenders.
The following charts of Polk County inmate population demographics are updated daily. The information shown is for 5/28/2023. For research purposes we have broken down the inmates by sex, age, ethnicity, and criminal charges.
The information is compiled from Polk County, the state of Tennessee, as well as the United States Department of Justice and Census Bureau records.
For complete information on how to bond, visit, mail, send and receive email, receive phone calls, send money or commissary to an inmate, find information in this and other counties, and view the Most Wanted Fugitives, scroll down this page.
For a collection of over 20 additional graphs and charts of the demographic and criminal arrest information of the inmates in Polk County and Tennessee state prisons, click the button below.
Polk County INMATE DEMOGRAPHICS
| Race | Inmates | % Total |
|---|---|---|
| White | 84 | 73.04% |
| Black | 5 | 4.35% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 6 | 5.22% |
| American Indian/Native Alaskan | 5 | 4.35% |
| Asian | 5 | 4.35% |
| Pacific Islander/Native Hawaiian | 5 | 4.35% |
| Other | 5 | 4.35% |
| Total | 115 | 100.0% |
(many inmates have multiple charges)
| Charge | Inmates | % Total |
|---|---|---|
| Felony (3rd Degree) | 38 | 33.04% |
| Felony (2rd Degree) | 18 | 15.65% |
| Felony (1st Degree) | 11 | 9.57% |
| State Jail Felony | 4 | 3.48% |
| Felony (Uncategorized) | 21 | 18.26% |
| Misdemeanor (Class A) | 23 | 20.00% |
| Misdemeanor (Class C) | 0 | 0.00% |
| Holds | 0 | 0.00% |
| Uncategorized | 0 | 0.00% |
| Sex | Inmates | % Total |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 103 | 89.57% |
| Female | 12 | 10.43% |
| Total | 115 | 100.0% |
| Age | Inmates | % Total |
|---|---|---|
| Under 18 | 2 | 1.74% |
| 18-20 | 4 | 3.48% |
| 21-24 | 14 | 12.17% |
| 25-30 | 20 | 17.39% |
| 31-35 | 23 | 20.00% |
| 36-40 | 16 | 13.91% |
| 41-45 | 16 | 13.91% |
| 46-50 | 7 | 6.09% |
| 51-55 | 4 | 3.48% |
| 56-60 | 5 | 4.35% |
| 61-65 | 1 | 0.87% |
| 66-75 | 2 | 1.74% |
| 76-85 | 1 | 0.87% |
| Total | 115 | 100.0% |
How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Polk County Jail & Sheriff? What is the Schedule?
In addition to normal at-the-jail visits, Polk County Jail & Sheriff uses Securus Video Connect for Remote Inmate Video Visitation.
Video Visitation allows 'approved' friends, family members, attorneys and clergy of an inmate to connect with them using their computer, Securus Video Visitation app, or ‘on-site’ kiosk.
Steps:
Register and/or log in.
Select the facility of your inmate.
Review the days, available hours and the cost of remote and on-site visits.
Schedule your visit.
What is the Cost of a Remote Video Visit?
Costs vary and are subject to change, but generally visits range from $5.00 to 15.00 for a 15 to 30 minute online or on-site video visit.
How do you know if your Inmate will be available during the time you schedule?
The Securus system knows the times that Polk County Jail & Sheriff inmates are available for remote video visits.
It will not allow you to schedule a visit with your inmate if they are not available or the video visitation kiosk(s) in the jail are booked already.
Once you schedule a visit with your inmate they will be notified of the date and time of the visit.
Important Tips:
Your entire visit is being monitored and recorded. Do not say or do anything that you would not want being replayed in court.
You should schedule your visit, in advance, at a time that works best for you.
For best sound quality, use earbuds or headsets.
Quick & Easy Access to Important Information & Help:
Phone: 972-734-1111 or 877-578-3658
Video Tutorial on Registering for Securus Video Visits.
Frequently Asked Questions.
Polk County Jail & Sheriff Pricing.
Securus Contact Information.
iphone app
Android app
Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Polk County Jail & Sheriff?
Video Visitation allows 'approved' friends, family members, attorneys and clergy of an inmate to connect with them using their computer, Securus Video Visitation app, or ‘on-site’ kiosk.
Steps:
Register and/or log in.
Select the facility of your inmate.
Review the days, available hours and the cost of remote and on-site visits.
Schedule your visit.
What is the Cost of a Remote Video Visit?
Costs vary and are subject to change, but generally visits range from $5.00 to $15.00 for a 15 to 30 minute online or on-site video visit.
How do you know if your Inmate will be available during the time you schedule?
The Securus system knows the times that Polk County Jail & Sheriff inmates are available for remote video visits.
It will not allow you to schedule a visit with your inmate if they are not available or the video visitation kiosk(s) in the jail are booked already.
Once you schedule a visit with your inmate they will be notified of the date and time of the visit.
Important Tips:
Your entire visit is being monitored and recorded. Do not say or do anything that you would not want being replayed in court.
You should schedule your visit, in advance, at a time that works best for you.
For best sound quality, use earbuds or headsets.
Quick & Easy Access to Important Information & Help:
Phone: 972-734-1111 or 877-578-3658
Video Tutorial on Registering for Securus Video Visits.
Frequently Asked Questions.
Polk County Jail & Sheriff Pricing.
Securus Contact Information.
iphone app
Android app
How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Polk 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 Polk 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 Polk County Jail & Sheriff.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Polk County Jail & Sheriff?
To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Polk County do the following:
1. Enroll in an account with Securus Technologies.
2. Choose one of three account types, Securus Debit, Advance Connect or Direct Bill.
3. Choose [facility_name_1}, then connect with your inmate.
4. If you have any questions, call Securus: 972-734-1111 or 800-844-6591.
To find out fees, how to's, calling times, limits on phone calls and other systems Securus has do that you can communicate with your Polk County inmate, check out our Inmate Phone Page.
NOTE: All of your inmate's phone calls are recorded and stored. It is advised not to discuss their pending case.
Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Polk County Jail & Sheriff, and what can I purchase?
To send commissary money to an inmate in Polk 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 Polk County Jail & Sheriff.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Polk 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 Polk 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. Polk 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 Polk County Jail & Sheriff follow these steps:
For all information on how to Text/Email an Inmate in Polk County Jail & Sheriff check out our Secure Messaging Guide for Polk County.
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What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Polk County?
Do you have a list of Arrest Warrants, and the Most Wanted Criminals in Polk County, the state of Tennessee and the United States?
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| Race | Inmates | % Total |
|---|---|---|
| White | 84 | 73.04% |
| Black | 5 | 4.35% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 6 | 5.22% |
| American Indian/Native Alaskan | 5 | 4.35% |
| Asian | 5 | 4.35% |
| Pacific Islander/Native Hawaiian | 5 | 4.35% |
| Other | 5 | 4.35% |
| Total | 115 | 100.0% |
(many inmates have multiple charges)
| Charge | Inmates | % Total |
|---|---|---|
| Felony (3rd Degree) | 38 | 33.04% |
| Felony (2rd Degree) | 18 | 15.65% |
| Felony (1st Degree) | 11 | 9.57% |
| State Jail Felony | 4 | 3.48% |
| Felony (Uncategorized) | 21 | 18.26% |
| Misdemeanor (Class A) | 23 | 20.00% |
| Misdemeanor (Class C) | 0 | 0.00% |
| Holds | 0 | 0.00% |
| Uncategorized | 0 | 0.00% |
| Sex | Inmates | % Total |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 103 | 89.57% |
| Female | 12 | 10.43% |
| Total | 115 | 100.0% |
| Age | Inmates | % Total |
|---|---|---|
| Under 18 | 2 | 1.74% |
| 18-20 | 4 | 3.48% |
| 21-24 | 14 | 12.17% |
| 25-30 | 20 | 17.39% |
| 31-35 | 23 | 20.00% |
| 36-40 | 16 | 13.91% |
| 41-45 | 16 | 13.91% |
| 46-50 | 7 | 6.09% |
| 51-55 | 4 | 3.48% |
| 56-60 | 5 | 4.35% |
| 61-65 | 1 | 0.87% |
| 66-75 | 2 | 1.74% |
| 76-85 | 1 | 0.87% |
| Total | 115 | 100.0% |
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