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Welcome to the most complete and up-to-date directory of police detention and holding facilities in Tennessee. This page lists every active police-operated jail, holding facility, and lockup currently operating across Tennessee, giving families, attorneys, bail bondsmen, and the general public fast and reliable access to accurate information about police-level detention. When a loved one is arrested by a local or municipal police department in Tennessee, they are typically taken to a police-operated facility first — before being transferred to a county jail. This directory helps you find exactly where they are being held and what steps to take next.
What Are Police Detention Facilities?
Police detention facilities — commonly called police lockups, holding cells, or police jails — are short-term detention facilities operated by local or municipal police departments. They hold individuals for 24 to 72 hours immediately following arrest while booking is completed, charges are filed, and bail arrangements are made.
Unlike county jails or state prisons, police facilities are not designed for long-term incarceration. If searching for a recently arrested loved one, they may still be at the police facility rather than a county jail, especially in the first 24 to 48 hours after arrest.
How Police Facilities Differ From Other Facilities
- Police Detention Facilities: Operated by local police. Hold individuals for 24-72 hours during booking and initial processing only.
- City Jails: Operated by municipal authorities for slightly longer-term detention including pretrial holding and short sentences.
- County Jails: Operated by the county sheriff's office for pretrial detainees and sentences under one year.
- State Prisons: Operated by Tennessee's DOC for felony offenses with sentences over one year.
- Federal Prisons: Operated by the Federal Bureau of Prisons for federal crimes.
What Happens After Arrest in Tennessee
- Arrest and Transport: Individual is arrested and transported to the nearest police detention facility.
- Booking and Intake: Photographing, fingerprinting, health screening, belongings search, warrant review (takes several hours).
- Initial Holding: Placed in holding cell while charges are filed and case is reviewed by prosecutors.
- Arraignment/Bail Hearing: Within 24-72 hours, brought before a judge who sets bail or releases them.
- Transfer or Release: Either released or transferred to county jail to await trial.
Finding Someone in Police Detention in Tennessee
Browse the directory below to find the police facility in the area where the arrest took place and contact them directly. You can also use our free US inmate locator tool to search by name once booking is complete. Knowing the arrest location and the person's full legal name will help speed up your search.
Getting Bail
For minor charges, bail may be posted directly at the police facility using a standard bail schedule. For serious charges, bail is set at arraignment (within 24-72 hours). A bail bondsman can post bail for a 10-15% non-refundable fee.
Hiring a Lawyer
The period immediately following arrest is one of the most critical windows in the legal process. A criminal defense attorney can advise on rights during questioning, attend bail hearings, and begin building a defense strategy from day one.
Calling a Detainee
Phone access at police facilities is typically limited during initial booking. Once intake is complete, detainees can usually make a limited number of collect calls to notify family members or contact an attorney.
Visitation
Visitation at police detention facilities is typically very limited during the initial holding period. Most police lockups do not offer standard visitation. Regular visitation becomes available once transferred to a county jail.
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Police Station by County in Tennessee
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Tennessee has Police Station spread across dozens of counties, and finding the right one quickly can be challenging without the right tools. Use the county list below to instantly narrow results and view only the Police Station in a specific county within Tennessee. This is particularly helpful if you are trying to locate someone who was recently arrested in a specific area, or if you are planning a visit and need to find the closest facility to your location.
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Browse the Complete List of Police Detention Facilities in Tennessee
The full directory of police detention and holding facilities in Tennessee is displayed below. Every active police-operated lockup, holding cell, and short-term detention facility is included. Each entry includes the facility name, operating police department, city, county, address, and contact information. Police detention facilities are the first point of contact in the criminal justice system — where booking, processing, and initial detention occur before any further transfer.
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Tazewell TN Police Jail
1830 Main St, Tazewell, TN 37879
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Claiborne | View Details |
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Celina TN Police Jail
143 Cordell Hull Drive, Celina, TN 38551
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Clay | View Details |
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Newport TN Police Jail
330 East Main St, Newport, TN 37821
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Cocke | View Details |
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Manchester TN Police Jail
200 W Fort St, Manchester, TN 37355
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Coffee | View Details |
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Tullahoma TN Police Jail
201 West Grundy St, Tullahoma, TN 37388
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Coffee | View Details |
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Alamo TN Police Jail
31 W Main St, Alamo, TN 38001
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Crockett | View Details |
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Bells TN Police Jail
12987 Hwy 79, Bells, TN 38006
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Crockett | View Details |
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Crossville TN Police Jail
141 Henry Ave, Crossville, TN 38555
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Cumberland | View Details |
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Belle Meade TN Police Jail
4705 Harding Road, Nashville, TN 37205
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Davidson | View Details |
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Goodlettsville TN Police Jail
105 S Main St, Goodlettsville, TN 37072
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Davidson | View Details |
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Metropolitan Nashville TN Police Jail
200 James Robertson Pkwy, Nashville, TN 37201
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Davidson | View Details |
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Ridgetop TN Police Jail
1735 Hwy 41 South, Ridgetop, TN 37152
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Davidson | View Details |
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Vanderbilt TN Police Jail
2800 Vanderbilt Pl, Nashville, TN 37212
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Davidson | View Details |
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Decaturville TN Police Jail
50 N East St
PO Box 159, Decaturville, TN 38329
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Decatur | View Details |
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Parsons TN Police Jail
66 W 2 St, Parsons, TN 38363
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Decatur | View Details |
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Alexandria TN Police Jail
102 High St, Alexandria, TN 37012
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DeKalb | View Details |
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Smithville TN Police Jail
104 E Main St, Smithville, TN 37166
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DeKalb | View Details |
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Dickson TN Police Jail
202 S Main St, Dickson, TN 37055
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Dickson | View Details |
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White Bluff TN Police Jail
1020 Taylor Town Road, White Bluff, TN 37187
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Dickson | View Details |
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Dyersburg TN Police Jail
425 W Market St, Dyersburg, TN 38024
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Dyer | View Details |
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Newbern TN Police Jail
121 East Main St, Newbern, TN 38059
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Dyer | View Details |
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Somerville TN Police Jail
117 W North St,
PO Box 216, Somerville, TN 38068
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Fayette | View Details |
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Jamestown TN Police Jail
222 S Main St, Jamestown, TN 38556
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Fentress | View Details |
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Cowan TN Police Jail
106 N Cherry St, Cowan, TN 37318
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Franklin | View Details |
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Decherd TN Police Jail
1301 W Main St, Decherd, TN 37324
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Franklin | View Details |
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