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Carter County Inmate Search & Jail Booking Roster

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1. Current Inmate Booking Roster

Showing 246 active custody records for Carter County • Updated: Sep 01, 2026 13:33 UTC

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Records displayed below are gathered from publicly published local agency rosters and do not constitute an official certified court record. An arrest or booking does not indicate guilt or conviction; all individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. • Source: Primary Agency Registry ↗ • Last Indexed: Sep 01, 2026 13:33 UTC

Photo Full Name Booking # Booking Date Charges Bond Demographics
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LEE, JASON ALLEN 2026-08-31 Warrant Charge: Arrest warrant ST1387-26 issued by Carter, TN (55-50-504 - Driving on Suspended License (2nd Offense or More)); Arrest Date 08/31/2026; Bond - Straight, $3000.00; Set By Clerk;<br />Warrant Charge: Arrest warrant ST1387-26 issued by Carter, TN (39-17-305 - Disorderly Conduct); Arrest Date 08/31/2026; Bond - $0.00; Set By Clerk;<br />Warrant Charge: Arrest warrant ST1387-26 issued by Carter, TN (55-12-139 - Financial Responsibility - No Insurance); Arrest Date 08/31/2026; Bond - $0.00; Set By Clerk; Male/White
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KIMBREL, BRIAN KEITH 2026-08-31 Warrant Charge: Capias warrant ST1451-24,ST540-26,ST875-26 (39-16-609 - Failure to Appear in a Misdemeanor Case); Arrest Date 08/31/2026; Bond - No Bond, $0.00; Set By Judge; Male/White
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CARBERRY, ROBERT MICHAEL 2026-08-31 Warrant Charge: Arrest warrant ST1606-26 issued by Carter, TN (39-14-103 - Auto Theft); Arrest Date 08/31/2026; Bond - Straight, $10000.00; Set By Clerk;<br />Detainer for Johnson County TN Sheriff's Office; Arrest Date 08/31/2026; Male/White
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SHELTON, BRIANNA N. 2026-08-30 Warrant Charge: Arrest warrant ST1386-26 issued by Carter, TN (39-15-401 - Child Abuse and Neglect (Non-Violent) - 2 Counts); Arrest Date 08/30/2026; Bond - Straight, $25000.00; Set By Clerk; Female/White
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OAKS, CLARENCE MACK 2026-08-30 Warrant Charge: Capias warrant 27685 issued by Carter, TN (39-16-609 - Failure to Appear in a Felony Case); Arrest Date 08/30/2026; Bond - No Bond, $0.00;<br />Warrant Charge: Presentment warrant 27903 issued by Carter, TN (39-17-1307 - Convicted Felon in Possession of Firearm); Arrest Date 08/30/2026; Bond - Straight, $25000.00; Set By Clerk;<br />Warrant Charge: Arrest warrant ST1195-26 issued by Carter, TN (39-16-201 - Introduction of Contraband into a Penal Institution); Arrest Date 08/30/2026; Bond - Straight, $5000.00; Set By Clerk; Male/White
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TAYLOR, JOSHUA CHRISTOPHER 2026-08-29 Warrant Charge: Arrest warrant ST1193-26 issued by Carter, TN (39-13-111 - Domestic Violence); Arrest Date 08/29/2026; Bond - Straight, $5000.00; Set By Clerk; Male/White
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STREET, ANTHONY JOE 2026-08-29 Warrant Charge: Arrest warrant ST944-26 issued by Carter, TN (39-14-103 - Theft of Property ($1,001 to $2,499)); Arrest Date 08/29/2026; Bond - Straight, $25000.00; Set By Clerk;<br />Warrant Charge: Arrest warrant ST944-26 issued by Carter, TN (39-13-1002 - Burglary); Arrest Date 08/29/2026; Male/White
Mugshot of ARNETT, AMY ERICKA ARNETT, AMY ERICKA 2026-08-29 Warrant Charge: Attachment warrant C8564 issued by Carter, TN (39-16-609 - Failure to Appear in a Misdemeanor Case); Arrest Date 08/29/2026; Bond - Straight, $1500.00; Set By Clerk; Female/White
Mugshot of WHITE, BARRY EUGENE WHITE, BARRY EUGENE 2026-08-27 Federal Inmate for United States Marshals Service; Arrest Date 08/27/2026;<br />Detainer for Washington County TN Sheriff's Office; Arrest Date 08/27/2026; Male/Black or African American
Mugshot of VESTAL, JASON DANIEL VESTAL, JASON DANIEL 2026-08-27 Federal Inmate for United States Marshals Service; Arrest Date 08/27/2026; Male/White
Mugshot of MORSON-WATSON, ROD LEONARD MORSON-WATSON, ROD LEONARD 2026-08-27 Warrant Charge: Arrest warrant ST1601-26 (39-16-602 - Resisting Stop/Arrest); Arrest Date 08/27/2026; Bond - Straight, $1000.00; Set By Clerk;<br />Detainer - Out of State for Out of State; Arrest Date 08/27/2026; Male/White
Mugshot of MCCURDY, MELISSA DAWN MCCURDY, MELISSA DAWN 2026-08-27 Warrant Charge: Arrest warrant ST1187-26 (39-14-405 - Criminal Trespass); Arrest Date 08/27/2026; Bond - Straight, $0.00; Set By Clerk;<br />Warrant Charge: Arrest warrant ST1187-26 (39-13-113 - Violation of an Order of Protection or Restraining Order); Arrest Date 08/27/2026; Bond - Straight, $6000.00; Set By Clerk; Female/White
Mugshot of MCCLAIN, REBECCA DAWN MCCLAIN, REBECCA DAWN 2026-08-27 Warrant Charge: Violation of Probation warrant 27532 (40-35-311 - Violation of Probation - Criminal); Arrest Date 08/27/2026; Bond - No Bond, $0.00; Set By Clerk; Female/White
Mugshot of LEDFORD, MICHAEL WAYNE LEDFORD, MICHAEL WAYNE 2026-08-27 Warrant Charge: Arrest warrant ST1376-26 (39-14-405 - Criminal Trespass); Arrest Date 08/27/2026; Bond - Straight, $1000.00; Set By Clerk; Male/White
Mugshot of HUSKINS, MAKENZIE SKYLER HUSKINS, MAKENZIE SKYLER 2026-08-27 Federal Inmate for United States Marshals Service; Arrest Date 08/27/2026;<br />Detainer for Washington County TN Sheriff's Office; Arrest Date 08/27/2026; Female/White
Mugshot of EASTERLY, CHAD DANIEL EASTERLY, CHAD DANIEL 2026-08-27 Federal Inmate for United States Marshals Service; Arrest Date 08/27/2026; Male/White
Mugshot of MCCARTHY, SEAN BRADLEY MCCARTHY, SEAN BRADLEY 2026-08-26 Warrant: Arrest warrant ST1373-26 issued by Carter, TN; Arrest Date 08/26/2026; Bond - Straight, $2000.00; Set By Clerk; Male/White
Mugshot of MCCAREY, JAMES JEWEL MCCAREY, JAMES JEWEL 2026-08-26 Warrant Charge: Arrest warrant ST (39-13-111 - Domestic Violence); Arrest Date 08/26/2026; Bond - Straight, $2500.00; Set By Judge; Male/White
Mugshot of MAYSE, AUSTIN CHARLES MAYSE, AUSTIN CHARLES 2026-08-26 Warrant Charge: Violation of Probation warrant ST1110-26 (40-35-311 - Violation of Probation - General Sessions); Arrest Date 08/31/2026; Bond - No Bond, $0.00; Set By Judge;<br />Warrant Charge: Arrest warrant ST1185-26 (39-13-111 - Domestic Assault 2nd Offense/ Simple Assault); Arrest Date 08/26/2026; Bond - Straight, $0.00; Set By Clerk;<br />Warrant Charge: Arrest warrant ST1185-26 (39-13-113 - Violation of an Order of Protection or Restraining Order); Arrest Date 08/26/2026; Bond - Straight, $20000.00; Set By Clerk; Male/White
Mugshot of LOWE, VANESSA LOWE, VANESSA 2026-08-26 Warrant: Arrest warrant ST1632-26 issued by Carter, TN; Arrest Date 08/26/2026; Bond - Straight, $10000.00; Set By Clerk; Female/White
Mugshot of COLLINS, JEFFERY COLLINS, JEFFERY 2026-08-26 Detainer - Out of State for Out of State; Arrest Date 08/26/2026; Bond - No Bond;<br />Warrant: Violation of Probation warrant ST1232-25 issued by Carter, TN; Arrest Date 08/26/2026; Bond - Straight, $25000.00; Set By Clerk; Male/White
Mugshot of BENFIELD, JOHN ALEXANDER BENFIELD, JOHN ALEXANDER 2026-08-26 Warrant Charge: Violation of Bond Supervision warrant ST1353-26 (2 - Violation of Bond Supervision); Arrest Date 08/26/2026; Bond - No Bond, $0.00; Set By Judge; Male/White
Mugshot of WHITAKER, GERALDINE VIRGINIA WHITAKER, GERALDINE VIRGINIA 2026-08-25 Warrant Charge: Violation of Probation warrant ST889-25 (40-35-311 - Violation of Probation - General Sessions); Arrest Date 08/25/2026; Bond - Straight, $25000.00; Set By Judge; Female/White
Mugshot of ROBERSON, CHARLES ANTHONY ROBERSON, CHARLES ANTHONY 2026-08-25 Warrant Charge: Arrest warrant ST1327-26 (40-39-203 - Sex Offender Registration); Arrest Date 08/25/2026; Bond - Straight, $10000.00; Set By Clerk; Male/White
Mugshot of MILLER, WILLIAM JACOB MILLER, WILLIAM JACOB 2026-08-25 Warrant Charge: Arrest warrant ST1180-26 (39-15-401 - Child Endangerment); Arrest Date 08/25/2026; Bond - Straight, $15000.00; Set By Judge;<br />Warrant Charge: Arrest warrant ST1180-26 (39-13-102 - Aggravated Assault - 2 Counts); Arrest Date 08/25/2026; Bond - Total, $0.00; Set By Judge; Male/White
Mugshot of HENSLEY, CALEB MICHAEL HENSLEY, CALEB MICHAEL 2026-08-25 Warrant: Violation of Probation warrant ST9-26 issued by Carter, TN; Arrest Date 08/25/2026; Bond - No Bond; Set By Clerk; Male/White
Mugshot of DUGGER, NICHOLAS CHAD DUGGER, NICHOLAS CHAD 2026-08-25 Warrant Charge: Violation of Probation warrant ST298-26,ST968-25 issued by Carter, TN (40-35-311 - Violation of Probation - General Sessions); Arrest Date 08/25/2026; Bond - Straight, $0.00; Set By Clerk; Male/White
Mugshot of MELTON, BRANDON RICHARD MELTON, BRANDON RICHARD 2026-08-24 Warrant: Arrest warrant ST1172-26 issued by Carter, TN; Arrest Date 08/24/2026; Bond - Straight, $20000.00; Set By Judge; Male/White
Mugshot of JONES, REBECCA Michelle JONES, REBECCA Michelle 2026-08-23 Detainer for Washington County TN Sheriff's Office; Arrest Date 08/24/2026; Bond - No Bond;<br />Warrant Charge: Violation of Probation warrant ST1368-25, ST411-24 issued by Carter, TN (40-35-311 - Violation of Probation - General Sessions); Arrest Date 08/23/2026; Bond - Straight, $25000.00; Set By Clerk; Female/White
Mugshot of FREDRIKSON, KYLE HUNTER FREDRIKSON, KYLE HUNTER 2026-08-23 Warrant: Violation of Probation warrant ST554-24 / ST876-26 issued by Carter, TN; Arrest Date 08/25/2026; Bond - No Bond; Set By Clerk;<br />Warrant Charge: Arrest warrant ST1349-26 issued by Carter, TN (39-14-103 - Theft of Property ($1,001 to $2,499)); Arrest Date 08/23/2026; Bond - Straight, $40000.00; Set By Judge;<br />Warrant Charge: Arrest warrant ST1349-26 issued by Carter, TN (39-13-1002 - Burglary of Motor Vehicle); Arrest Date 08/23/2026; Bond - Total; Set By Judge; Male/White
Mugshot of DUBUQUE- HARDING, CHRISTINA MARIE DUBUQUE- HARDING, CHRISTINA MARIE 2026-08-22 Warrant Charge: Violation of Probation warrant 24038, 26168, 26347, 26351 (40-35-311 - Violation of Probation - Criminal); Arrest Date 08/22/2026; Bond - No Bond, $0.00; Set By Judge; Female/White
Mugshot of WEST PHILLIPS, DEBRA J WEST PHILLIPS, DEBRA J 2026-08-20 Warrant: Arrest warrant ST1358-26 issued by Carter, TN; Arrest Date 08/20/2026; Bond - Straight, $15000.00; Set By Clerk; Female/White
Mugshot of TOLLEY, AUSTIN BRADY TOLLEY, AUSTIN BRADY 2026-08-20 Warrant Charge: Violation of Probation warrant 27505, 27507 issued by Carter, TN (40-35-311 - Violation of Probation - Criminal); Arrest Date 08/20/2026; Bond - No Bond, $0.00; Set By Clerk; Male/White
Mugshot of HENSLEY, MICHAEL JUSTIN HENSLEY, MICHAEL JUSTIN 2026-08-20 Warrant Charge: Violation of Probation warrant 27646 (40-35-311 - Violation of Probation - Criminal); Arrest Date 08/25/2026; Bond - No Bond, $0.00; Set By Clerk;<br />Warrant: Violation of Probation warrant ST1374-25 issued by Carter, TN; Arrest Date 08/20/2026; Bond - Straight, $0.00; Set By Clerk; Male/White
Mugshot of GOUGE, JERRY LYNN GOUGE, JERRY LYNN 2026-08-20 Warrant Charge: Violation of Probation warrant ST1677-25 issued by Carter, TN (40-35-311 - Violation of Probation - General Sessions); Arrest Date 08/20/2026; Bond - Straight, $0.00; Set By Clerk; Female/White
Mugshot of CASEY, JESSICA CASEY, JESSICA 2026-08-20 Warrant Charge: Arrest warrant ST1166-26 issued by Carter, TN (39-17-310 - Public Intoxication); Arrest Date 08/27/2026; Bond - Straight, $7000.00; Set By Clerk;<br />Warrant Charge: Arrest warrant ST1166-26 issued by Carter, TN (39-17-434 - Possession of Methamphetamine); Arrest Date 08/20/2026; Bond - $0.00; Set By Clerk;<br />Warrant Charge: Arrest warrant ST1166-26 issued by Carter, TN (39-17-408 - Possession of Schedule II); Arrest Date 08/20/2026; Set By Clerk; Female/White
Mugshot of CARRIER, CLIFFORD E CARRIER, CLIFFORD E 2026-08-20 Warrant Charge: Arrest warrant ST357-26 issued by Carter, TN (39-13-1003 - Aggravated Burglary); Arrest Date 08/20/2026; Bond - Straight, $10000.00; Set By Clerk;<br />Warrant Charge: Violation of Probation warrant ST1028-26 (40-35-311 - Violation of Probation - General Sessions); Arrest Date 08/25/2026; Bond - Straight, $25000.00; Set By Clerk; Male/White
Mugshot of Miracle, Austin Lee Miracle, Austin Lee 2026-08-19 Warrant Charge: Arrest warrant ST1351-26 issued by Carter, TN (55-50-504 - Driving While Revoked 1st Offense); Arrest Date 08/19/2026; Bond - Straight, $25000.00; Set By Judge;<br />Warrant Charge: Arrest warrant ST1351-26 issued by Carter, TN (39-14-103 - Theft of Property (Up to $1000)); Arrest Date 08/19/2026; Bond - Total; Set By Judge;<br />Warrant Charge: Arrest warrant ST1351-26 issued by Carter, TN (39-14-408 - Vandalism (Up to $1000)); Arrest Date 08/19/2026; Bond - Total; Set By Judge;<br />Warrant Charge: Arrest warrant ST1351-26 issued by Carter, TN (39-13-1002 - Burglary of Motor Vehicle); Arrest Date 08/19/2026; Bond - Total; Set By Judge;<br />Holding For Court for Carter County TN Sheriff's Office; Arrest Date 08/24/2026; Bond - $0.00; Male/White
Mugshot of LAGATE, NATASHA NOEL LAGATE, NATASHA NOEL 2026-08-19 Warrant Charge: Arrest warrant ST1352-26 issued by Carter, TN (39-13-1002 - Burglary); Arrest Date 08/19/2026; Bond - Straight, $10000.00; Set By Clerk;<br />Warrant Charge: Violation of Probation warrant ST662-26 issued by Carter, TN (40-35-311 - Violation of Probation - General Sessions); Arrest Date 08/19/2026; Bond - Straight, $25000.00; Set By Clerk; Female/White
Mugshot of CANTER, EVAN KALEB MORGAN CANTER, EVAN KALEB MORGAN 2026-08-19 Warrant: Violation of Probation warrant 27267 issued by Carter, TN; Arrest Date 08/19/2026; Bond - No Bond; Set By Clerk; Male/White
Mugshot of PHILLIPS, JAMES PHILLIPS, JAMES 2026-08-18 Warrant Charge: Arrest warrant ST1162-26 issued by Carter, TN (39-16-602 - Resisting Stop/Arrest); Arrest Date 08/18/2026; Bond - Straight, $10000.00; Set By Clerk;<br />Warrant Charge: Arrest warrant ST1162-26 issued by Carter, TN (39-17-434 - Possession of Methamphetamine); Arrest Date 08/18/2026; Bond - Straight, $0.00; Set By Clerk;<br />Warrant Charge: Arrest warrant ST1162-26 issued by Carter, TN (39-14-405 - Criminal Trespass); Arrest Date 08/18/2026; Bond - Straight, $0.00; Set By Clerk;<br />Warrant Charge: Arrest warrant ST1162-26 issued by Carter, TN (39-17-305 - Disorderly Conduct); Arrest Date 08/18/2026; Bond - Straight, $0.00; Set By Clerk;<br />Warrant Charge: Arrest warrant ST1162-26 issued by Carter, TN (39-17-425 - Drug Paraphernalia); Arrest Date 08/18/2026; Bond - Straight, $0.00; Set By Clerk;<br />Warrant Charge: Arrest warrant ST1162-26 issued by Carter, TN (39-16-605 - Escape); Arrest Date 08/18/2026; Bond - Straight, $0.00; Set By Clerk; Male/White
Mugshot of HOLT, TIMOTHY HOLT, TIMOTHY 2026-08-18 Federal Inmate for United States Marshals Service; Arrest Date 08/18/2026; Male/White
Mugshot of HOILMAN, ANTHONY DYLAN HOILMAN, ANTHONY DYLAN 2026-08-18 Warrant: Violation of Probation warrant ST1463-25, ST194-26, ST480-26 issued by Carter, TN; Arrest Date 08/18/2026; Bond - Straight, $25000.00; Set By Clerk; Male/White
Mugshot of WILSON, JOSEPH MARK WILSON, JOSEPH MARK 2026-08-17 Warrant Charge: Violation of Probation warrant ST1428-25 issued by Carter, TN (40-35-311 - Violation of Probation - General Sessions); Arrest Date 08/17/2026; Bond - Straight, $0.00; Set By Clerk; Male/White
Mugshot of PETERS, STEVEN LEWIS PETERS, STEVEN LEWIS 2026-08-17 Warrant Charge: Violation of Probation warrant 27452 issued by Carter, TN (40-35-311 - Violation of Probation - Criminal); Arrest Date 08/17/2026; Bond - No Bond, $0.00; Set By Clerk; Male/White
Mugshot of Baker, Jacob Daniel Baker, Jacob Daniel 2026-08-17 TDOC Inmate for Carter County TN Sheriff's Office; Arrest Date 08/17/2026; Male/White
Mugshot of Baughman, William Timothy Baughman, William Timothy 2026-08-16 Warrant Charge: Violation of Probation warrant ST1019-25 (40-35-311 - Violation of Probation - General Sessions); Arrest Date 08/16/2026; Bond - Straight, $0.00; Set By Clerk;<br />Detainer for Unicoi County TN Sheriff's Office; Arrest Date 08/16/2026; Male/White
Mugshot of RASNAKE, BENJAMIN BRIAN RASNAKE, BENJAMIN BRIAN 2026-08-15 Warrant: Arrest warrant ST1152-26 issued by Carter, TN; Arrest Date 08/15/2026; Bond - Straight, $20000.00; Set By Judge; Male/White
Mugshot of EKLUND, BRANDON CLARENCE EKLUND, BRANDON CLARENCE 2026-08-14 Warrant: Violation of Probation warrant 26611 issued by Carter, TN; Arrest Date 08/14/2026; Bond - No Bond; Set By Clerk; Male/White
Mugshot of CLAWSON, STACY S CLAWSON, STACY S 2026-08-14 Warrant: Violation of Probation warrant ST2200-18, ST2362-19, ST2868-18 issued by Carter, TN; Arrest Date 08/14/2026; Bond - No Bond, $0.00; Set By Judge;<br />Detainer for Johnson City Police; Arrest Date 08/14/2026;<br />Detainer for Johnson County TN Sheriff's Office; Arrest Date 08/14/2026; Male/White
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2. Jail Facility Information

Facility Name: Carter County Jail / Detention Center
Physical / Booking Location: Not published by source
Booking / Inmate Information Phone: Not published by source
Operating Agency: Carter County Sheriff's Office

3. How to Search for an Inmate in Carter County

To locate an individual detained in Carter County, follow standard public record intake search procedures:

  1. Online Booking Roster: Search the roster table above using the inmate's full legal first and last name.
  2. Verify Booking Details: Review the booking date, charges, assigned booking number, and bond status.
  3. Intake Phone Verification: If the individual was arrested recently (within the last 2 to 6 hours), they may still be undergoing central intake and booking processing before appearing on the public index.

4. Bail & Bond Release Information

Bail amounts in Carter County are established by judicial bail schedules or set by a magistrate judge during an initial appearance arraignment.

Cash Bond: Paid in full directly at the detention facility bonding window. Exact cash, cashier's checks, or certified funds may be required.
Surety Bail Bond: Secured through a state-licensed bail bond agent, typically requiring a 10% premium fee and collateral.

5. Commissary & Inmate Account Deposits

Detainees in Carter County can use funds deposited into their commissary trust accounts to purchase hygiene products, approved snacks, writing materials, and postage.

  • Online Electronic Deposits: Available through authorized payment processors.
  • Lobby Kiosks: Self-service kiosks located in the detention facility public lobby accepting cash and credit/debit cards.
  • Money Orders: Must be made payable to the inmate with their assigned booking number. Personal checks are not accepted.

6. Inmate Mail & Phone Communication Rules

All incoming correspondence is inspected for contraband by facility security staff prior to delivery.

Standard Inmate Mailing Format:
Inmate Full Legal Name, Booking #
Carter County Jail / Detention Center
Carter, TN

Prohibited items: cash, stamps, stickers, glitter, perfumed paper, polaroid photos, and packages without prior authorization.

7. Visitation Rules & Scheduling

Visitation policies in Carter County require advance registration. Visitors must be on the inmate's approved visitor list.

ID Requirement: All adult visitors must present a valid, government-issued photo ID (driver's license, state ID, or passport).
Minors: Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult parent or legal guardian with valid documentation.

8. Courthouse & Case Docket Records

Formal criminal charges, arraignment schedules, and court case dockets for individuals arrested in Carter County are maintained by the local Clerk of Court.

Courthouse Location: County Courthouse, Carter
Clerk of Court Phone: Check court directory

️ 9. Surrounding & Regional County Jails

If an individual cannot be located in Carter County, check custody records in surrounding regional county facilities:

10. Frequently Asked Questions

How do I search for someone in Carter County custody?

To locate an inmate detained in Carter County, use the custody roster directory above or check the primary detention facility portal. You will generally need the individual's full legal name and date of birth or booking number to verify current housing status.

What information is needed to locate an inmate?

At minimum, the individual's legal first and last name is required. Having additional identifiers such as their date of birth, booking number, or arrest date ensures faster and more accurate verification.

How does bail and bond posting work in Carter County?

Bail is established according to the local judicial bond schedule or determined by a judge during an initial arraignment hearing. Bail can typically be posted in cash directly at the jail bonding window or through a state-licensed bail bond surety agent.

How do I deposit money into an inmate's commissary account?

Funds can generally be added to an inmate's commissary account online via approved electronic payment providers, through electronic kiosks in the facility lobby, or by mailing a postal money order clearly marked with the inmate's full name and booking ID.

What are the rules for sending mail to an inmate?

Incoming mail must be addressed with the inmate's full legal name and booking ID, accompanied by a complete return address. Letters must be on plain paper; contraband, polaroids, stickers, cash, and scented items are strictly prohibited by facility security.

How do inmate phone calls and communications work?

Detainees cannot receive incoming phone calls. Inmates may place outbound collect calls or use prepaid calling accounts set up by family members through the facility's contracted inmate telephone service provider.

What are the general rules for visiting an inmate in Carter County?

Visitors must be on the inmate's pre-approved visitor list and present valid, unexpired government-issued photo identification (such as a driver's license or passport). Minors must be accompanied by an adult legal guardian.

How do I find court hearing dates for someone arrested in Carter County?

Court dates, case dockets, and scheduled appearances are maintained by the Carter County Clerk of Court. Case records can be looked up through the county court docket search or by contacting the clerk's criminal division.

Is inmate arrest and booking information a matter of public record?

Yes. Under state open records statutes and Freedom of Information laws, criminal arrest logs and detention rosters are public records unless sealed or expunged by formal judicial court order.

What should I do if an indexed public record has an error or has been expunged?

If your criminal case was dismissed, sealed, or expunged, or if you wish to request record removal from our directory index, please submit documentation via our Record Removal Request page.

11. Data Source & Directory Disclaimers

This directory compiles public custody data from published agency sources in Carter County, Tennessee. This website is not affiliated with any law enforcement or government department.

FCRA Notice: We are not a Consumer Reporting Agency under 15 U.S.C. § 1681. Information may not be used for employment, housing, or credit decisions. To submit a removal request for sealed or expunged records, visit our Record Removal Request page.

Facility Directory

Facility Name: Carter County Jail / Detention Center
Jail Location: Not published by source
Operating Agency: Carter County Sheriff's Office
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