Smith County Jail
Smith County Jail
You can call the 128-bed Smith County Jail 24 hours a day for inmate information at 615-735-2626.
This facility handles offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies, who are brought here for booking and processing. Depending on their charges, inmates may remain in custody until they are either bonded out, released on recognizance, or held until their trial is completed.
The inmate search tool can be used to view the jail's roster and find out who is in custody.
Offenders sentenced to less than one year will serve their time at this jail, while those with longer sentences will be transferred to either the Tennessee State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page provides information on a range of inmate services, including the visitation schedule, inmate account funding, sending mail, phone calls, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bonds, and commissary purchases.
It’s a good idea to keep the inmate’s jail ID or booking number for future communication needs. If it’s not available online, call Smith County Jail at 615-735-2626 for further assistance.
Inmate Services
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Smith 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 615-735-2626 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up a Smith 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.
Smith County Jail Inmate Search
The Smith County Jail maintains an average of 128 offenders in custody on any given day. The Smith 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 Smith County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 2,560 offenders.
The following charts of Smith 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 Smith 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 Smith 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 Smith 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 lessINTERESTING FACTS about the Smith County Jail: This jail was originally built to house 50 inmates, but has been expanded to now have bed capacity for 128 inmates. This facility is located in the middle of Tennessee, in the town of Carthage.
The one-story brick Smith County Justice Center on Justice Drive in Carthage, Tennessee, houses both the Sheriff and the 128-bed Smith County Jail, and is responsible for the housing and care of those who are accused or convicted of committing a misdemeanor or felony in Smith 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 615-735-2626, 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 Smith 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#
Smith County Jail
322 Justice Drive
Carthage, TN 37030
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#
Smith County Jail
322 Justice Drive
Carthage, TN 37030
- Jail (Main): 615-735-2626
The booking procedure at Smith County Jail
After an arrest, individuals are taken to Smith 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 Smith 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 615-735-2626.
How to handle bail after an arrest in Smith County
If someone has been booked at Smith County Jail in Carthage, 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 615-735-2626.
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 615-735-2626 for the jail).
- Assistance is available from licensed bail bond companies in Smith 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 Smith County, Tennessee, visit the Smith County Jail Bail Information Page.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the Smith County Jail? What is the Schedule?
Smith County Jail ON-SITE (at the jail) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE
322 Justice Drive
Carthage, TN 37030
615-735-2626
Schedule Video Visits online with Securus
- On-site Visits are free.
- Visits are 30 minutes.
- Visitation schedule subject to change.
- Inmates are allowed one visit per day however the weekly limit is determined by the inmates classification.
- A maximum of 2 guests are allowed per an on-site video session.
- All visits must be made at least 24 hours in advance.
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | NO ON SITE VISITS |
| MONDAY | 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| TUESDAY | 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| THURSDAY | 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| FRIDAY | 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| SATURDAY | NO ON SITE VISITS |
Smith County Jail 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.
SRemote video visitation is available every day.
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 Smith County Jail 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.
Smith County Jail Pricing.
Securus Contact Information.
iphone app
Android app
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Smith County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 615-735-2626 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Smith County Jail?
Smith County Jail 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 Smith County Jail 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.
Smith County Jail Pricing.
Securus Contact Information.
iphone app
Android app
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Smith County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 615-735-2626 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Smith County Jail?
The Smith 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 Smith County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 615-735-2626 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Smith County Jail?
Smith County Jail uses the services of correctpay.com for you to deposit funds into your inmate’s account so that they can purchase phone calling time from this jail’s inmate phone calling service.
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You can deposit money four different ways:
- Deposit online at correctpay.com.
- Ask the jail whether it has a Correct Pay lobby kiosk for deposits.
- Deposit over the phone 24/7 at 855-836-3364
- Deposit through their iOS or Android app.
Cost to Send Money
Call Correct Pay at 855-836-3364 to ask what a deposit will cost.
*Rates are subject to change.
correctpay.com Help
24/7 Customer Service - 855-836-3364
Frequently Asked Questions
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Smith County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 615-735-2626 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the Smith County Jail, and what can I send them?
Smith County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines
Postcards
Ask the Smith County Jail whether it accepts postcards, and what size and type, before mailing one. Always include your name and return address.
Envelopes
The Smith 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#
Smith County Jail
322 Justice Drive
Carthage, TN 37030
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Smith County Jail
322 Justice Drive
Carthage, TN 37030
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 Smith 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 Smith County Jail standards will be disposed of.
Ask the Smith County Jail whether hardcover books are accepted.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Smith County Jail
322 Justice Drive
Carthage, TN 37030
Smith County Jail Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?
For inmates receiving mail in the Smith 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 Smith County Jail:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Smith County Jail
322 Justice Drive
Carthage, TN 37030
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 Smith County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 615-735-2626 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Smith 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 Smith County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 615-735-2626 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Smith 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 Smith County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 615-735-2626 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the Smith County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?
Smith County Jail now offers Securus 'SecureView' Tablet Rentals to their inmates.
Securus is the same company that handles the inmate phone system, video visitations, email and texting and digital letters.
The tablets can be rented on a monthly basis and while not directly connected to the internet, the inmates can use them for the following activities:
- Phone Calls - Inmates may make calls directly from their tablet allowing for more privacy. The rates are the same as the phones in the unit, and the calls are still recorded and monitored.
- eMessaging - Communicate via a text based message or picture. Fee based system.
- Job Search - Using JobView, a secure job search application, inmates have the ability to see what jobs are available when they are released.
- Education - Free educational platform and course catalog that provides thousands of educational resources.
- Self Help -Inmates have daily access to mental health and addiction recovery programming.
- Music - Top-40, Hip-Hop, Country, Rock, Gospel, and more.
- Law Library - Legal research with up-to-date case information.
- eBooks - Thousands of available titles.
- Religion - Religious resources for spiritual guidance.
- Games - Inmates can play their favorite games. Available through monthly subscriptions
- Facility Services - Digital access to submitted forms, requests, facility documents, and notifications from staff.
Here's how it works:
- Send funds to the inmate and he or she will be able to subscribe and pay at the Smith County Jail.
Questions:
- By phone - 800-844-6591 or 972-734-1111.
- By email - tablets@securustech.net
How to Rent a Tablet for an Inmate in Smith County Jail
To rent a tablet for an inmate in Smith County follow these instructions:
- Register here. It is recommended you use Chrome or Firefox.
- Pay for the subscription using Paypal.
- You get charged the 1st of each month.
- You get charged a full month even if it's only used for a partial month.
- No activation or early termination fees.
- Your Smith County inmate will recieve their tablet in 3-5 business days, after you pay.
If you have any questions:
- Call - 800-844-6591 or 972-734-1111.
- Email - tablets@securustech.net
For all Smith County information on Tablet Rentals for your inmate, check out our Tablet Rental Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Smith County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 615-735-2626 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessWhat are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Smith County?
Nearby counties
The Smith County Jail serves the following cities and towns of Smith County: Carthage, Gordonsville and Riddleton.