Davidson County, Tennessee Inmate Search
Inmate searches are public online lookup tools that track people detained in correctional facilities; they let users see who is in custody and why. The Davidson County Sheriff’s Office Active Inmate Search System is the official inmate search platform for the local jail facilities.
At the state level, the Tennessee Department of Correction (TDOC) Felony Offender Information Portal is the official inmate search tool for accessing information about persons incarcerated at the state-operated facilities, including the Debra K. Johnson Rehabilitation Center, the Riverbend Maximum Security Institution, and the Lois M. DeBerry Special Needs Facility. While the federal government does not operate detention facilities in Davidson County, the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) Inmate Locator permits users to track federal inmates nationwide, including those transferred from Davidson County to federal prisons.
In Davidson County, most police coverage is consolidated under the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department (MNPD). The MNPD houses inmates at jail facilities operated by the Davidson County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO), and the agency’s inmate search tool provides digital access to the local jail roster. However, neighboring incorporated municipalities that cross into Davidson County rely on the DCSO inmate search tool or services provided by separate local departments.
For direct inquiries about Davidson County inmates, contact the Davidson County Sheriff’s Office at:
One Jerry Newson Way
Nashville, TN 37201
Phone: (615) 862-8123 (offender information), (615) 862-8170 (administrative office)
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 196383
Nashville, TN 37219-6383.
How to Find an Inmate in Davidson County Jail
In Davidson County, the Sheriff’s Office operates several local jails and provides an online search tool for accessing the local jail roster. To find inmates at a Davidson County Jail facility, access the Davidson County Sheriff’s Office Active Inmate Search System. This digital platform allows users to access information about local inmates. Record seekers may also call the DCSO Offender Information Center at (615) 862-8123, or visit or mail the Davidson County Sheriff’s Office Records Center at:
One Jerry Newson Way,
Nashville, TN 37206
Davidson County’s inmate records are also accessible through formal public records requests using the inmate records request form on the DCSO Public Records Request Page and direct inquiries through Davidson County’s local jail facilities using the following details:
Nashville Downtown Detention Center
200 James Robertson Parkway
Nashville, TN 37201
Phone: (615) 862-8224
Davidson County Male Correctional Development Center-M (CDC-M)
5113 Harding Place
Nashville, TN 37211
Phone: (615) 862-8187, (615) 862-8123
Behavioral Care Center (BCC)
433 Gay Street
Nashville, TN 37219
Phone: (615) 862-8200
Correctional Development Center-Female (CDC-F)
5115 Harding Place
Nashville, TN 37211
Phone: (615) 862-8187
DCSO Annex
5131 Harding Place
Nashville, TN 37211
Phone: (615) 862-8187
How to Use the Davidson County Jail Roster
The Davidson County Sheriff’s Office Active Inmate Search System is the official platform for accessing information about individuals in custody at Davidson County local detention facilities. Users may search for current inmates by name and view information about individuals booked within the previous 48 hours.
To find Davidson County inmates through the Davidson County Sheriff’s Office Active Inmate Search System:
- Visit the Davidson County Sheriff’s Office website.
- Open the main menu and select “Active Inmate Search”.
- Click “Search Active Inmate” to run a name-based search on current inmates.
- For information about individuals booked within the previous 48 hours, select the “Recent Bookings” option, and click the inmate’s name to reveal their profile details.
For direct offline access to Davidson County jail records, contact the DCSO Offender Information Center at (615) 862-8123, or visit or write to the Davidson County Sheriff’s Office at:
One Jerry Newson Way,
Nashville, TN 37206.
What Information is Included in the Davidson County Inmate Roster
The Davidson County Sheriff’s Office Active Inmate Search System is the county’s official digital roster. Users may access basic details of inmates housed at the county's jail facilities. An inmate search through this system will display:
- The inmate’s name, known aliases, date of birth, and demographic information
- Booking/Control Number (recent arrests)
- Jail Management System (JMS) Number
- Originating Agency Case (OCA) Number
- Arrest date and time
- General charge description
- Housing/facility information
- Custody or release status
- Court/sentencing information.
Sections 10-7-501 through 10-7-516 of the Tennessee Code Annotated establish the state's framework that presumes government records are publicly accessible. Specifically, Section 10-7-503(a)(2)(A) of the Tennessee Code Annotated grants Tennessee citizens the right to access Davidson County jail records and other official documents generated by local and state agencies, subject to statutory exemptions.
Nonetheless, not all Davidson County inmate records are disclosable. Tennessee exempts the following records from public disclosure:
- Juvenile records
- Medical, mental health, and other protected records
- Personally identifying information protected by state or federal laws
- Victim identifying details.
Contact Details for Davidson County Jail or Sheriff’s Office
Individuals seeking offline access to Davidson County's jail roster or inmate records should contact the Davidson County Sheriff’s Office or the specific detention facilities housing the inmate using the following information:
County Sheriff’s Office Records Center
One Jerry Newson Way
Nashville, TN 37206
Phone: (615) 862-8123 (Offender Information Center)
Nashville Downtown Detention Center
200 James Robertson Parkway
Nashville, TN 37201
Phone: (615) 862-8224
Davidson County Male Correctional Development Center (CDC-M)
5113 Harding Place
Nashville, TN 37211
Phone: (615) 862-8187, (615) 862-8123
Behavioral Care Center (BCC)
433 Gay Street
Nashville, TN 37219
Phone: (615) 862-8200
Correctional Development Center-Female (CDC-F)
5115 Harding Place
Nashville, TN 37211
Phone: (615) 862-8187
DCSO Annex
5131 Harding Place
Nashville, TN 37211
Phone: (615) 862-8187
Davidson County Maximum Correctional Center
5119 Harding Place
Nashville, TN 37211
Phone: (615) 862-8187
| Agency/Facility | Address | Phone Number | Booking/Visitation Line | Web Directory |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Davidson County Sheriff’s Office | One Jerry Newson Way Nashville, TN 37206 | (615) 862-8123 (offender information), (615) 862-8170 (administrative office) | The Davidson County Sheriff’s Office maintains a centralized booking, offender information, and visitation support line for all jail facilities under its supervision. Interested parties may call the DCSO Offender Information Center line at (615) 862-8123 or the DCSO administrative line at (615) 862-8170 | Davidson County Sheriff’s Office |
| Nashville Downtown Detention Center | 200 James Robertson Parkway Nashville, TN 37201 | (615) 862-8224 | (615) 862-8123 | Nashville Downtown Detention Center |
| Davidson County Male Correctional Development Center (CDC-M) | 5113 Harding Place Nashville, TN 37211 | (615) 862-8187, (615) 862-8123 | (615) 862-8123 | Davidson County Male Correctional Development Center |
| Behavioral Care Center | 433 Gay Street Nashville, TN 37219 | (615) 862-8200 | (615) 862-8123 | Davidson County Behavioral Care Center |
| Maximum Correctional Center | 5119 Harding Place Nashville, TN 37211 | (615) 862-8187 | (615) 862-8123 | Maximum Correctional Center |
| Davidson County Correctional Development Center-Female (CDC-F) | 5115 Harding Place Nashville, TN 37211 | (615) 862-8187 | (615) 862-8123 | Davidson County Correctional Development Center-Female |
| DCSO Annex | 5131 Harding Place Nashville, TN 37211 | (615) 862-8187 | (615) 862-8123 | DCSO Annex |
Jail Facility Overview in Davidson County
Davidson County operates a centralized jail system managed by the Davidson County Sheriff’s Office. The county’s correctional network comprises distinct facilities for specific inmate demographics and security levels.
Among Davidson County's jail facilities, the Male Correctional Development Center (CDC-M) is a key program-focused facility. This 768-bed, medium-security prison provides targeted programs designed to reduce recidivism among male inmates. The CDC-M focuses on rehabilitating, educating, and preparing individuals for successful reentry into society.
The Nashville Downtown Detention Center (DDC) features a maximum design capacity of over 1,000 beds. However, its operational capacity of 762 beds is less than the 768 at the Male Correctional Development Center. The DDC is a multi-story medium-to-maximum-security facility that houses adult male and female pretrial detainees. This facility is the intake and booking hub for individuals arrested by law enforcement agencies in Davidson County, including the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department and state agencies.
| Agency | Office and Mail Address | Phone Number | Office Hours | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Davidson County Male Correctional Development Center (CDC-M) | 5113 Harding Place Nashville, TN 37211 | (615) 862-8187, (615) 862-8123 | ||
| Nashville Downtown Detention Center | 200 James Robertson Parkway Nashville, TN 37201 | (615) 862-8224 |
How to Send Money to an Inmate in Nashville Downtown Detention Center
Individuals sending money to inmates at the Nashville Downtown Detention Center may set up accounts and make deposits through the third-party payment links under the “Commissary Deposits” header on the DDC Webpage or call the listed phone numbers.
The Davidson County Sheriff’s Office permits deposits through payment kiosks located at the DDC and the Correctional Development Center, as well as approved retail outlets (if the sender registers through the “Walk-in Retailer” link on the DDC Webpage).
Depositors may also fund inmate accounts using money orders addressed in the following format:
[Inmate Name & OCA Number]
P.O. Box 196383
Nashville, TN 37219-6383.
Inmate Search by Jail Facility
The Davidson County Sheriff’s Office operates a centralized jail system comprising several facilities and provides access to the county’s jail roster through an inmate search tool. Official information regarding individuals incarcerated at any of the local jail facilities is available through the Davidson County Sheriff’s Office Inmate Search System. This platform provides public-facing information about inmates in custody, including individuals booked by law enforcement agencies within the previous 48 hours.
Record seekers may also call the Davidson County Sheriff’s Office Offender Information Center at (615) 862-8123 or the DCSO administrative line at (615) 862-8170 and inquire about inmates at the agency's detention facilities.
Davidson County Visitation Rules and Schedules
The Davidson County Sheriff’s Office operates remote and on-site video visitation through approved vendor portals for its detention facilities. Friends and family may visit remotely from home or at video terminals located at the lobbies of its adult jail facilities. While the Davidson County Sheriff’s Office does not permit traditional in-person visitation at its jail facilities, friends and family should note the visitation rules for Davidson County jails.
Who may visit
Registered and approved adults may visit inmates at a Davidson County detention facility. Registration is through the third-party link under the “Inmate Phone and Video Visitation” header on any Davidson County jail webpage. Minors may also participate in video visitations if accompanied and supervised by a registered parent or legal guardian. However, persons with active warrants, pending criminal cases, or protective orders involving the specific inmate cannot visit at a Davidson County jail facility.
Identification requirements
Visitors to Davidson County jail facilities must provide valid, unexpired, government-issued photo identification to register for visitation. Acceptable identification documents include:
- State-issued ID or driver's license
- U.S. military ID
- U.S. passport.
Dress code
All visitors to Davidson County jail facilities must wear appropriate attire. The Davidson County Sheriff’s Office does not permit:
- See-through or revealing clothing
- Low-cut tops, halter tops, and tank tops
- Extremely short shorts or skirts
- Clothing displaying profanity, gang symbols, or making drugs or alcohol references.
Behavior expectations
Visitors must remain fully clothed during their visits. Additionally, sexually explicit behavior, disruptive conduct, or illegal activities will result in immediate termination of the visit.
Visitation duration and frequency
The number of visits for each inmate depends on the housing unit classification and the inmate’s status. Each video visit at a Davidson County jail facility lasts 20 to 30 minutes.
Visitation days and hours
The Davidson County Sheriff’s Office permits daily remote video visits at county jail facilities, with visitation hours from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. to 9:20 p.m. On-site video visits vary by housing pods and are scheduled in morning and evening time blocks. Visitors must arrive at least 15 minutes before their scheduled visit time.
Mailing and Commissary Information | Davidson County Jail
Individuals mailing inmates at any Davidson County jail facility must abide by standard rules. For safety and security reasons, all personal mail must be sent through the U.S. Postal Service (USPS). Mail correspondence with a Davidson County inmate must include a complete return address and the sender's full legal name in the upper-left corner of the envelope and be addressed in the following format:
[Inmate full legal name]
[Inmate OCA Number/Control Number]
Nashville/Davidson County Sheriff’s Office
P.O. Box 196383
Nashville, TN 37219-6383.
The Davidson County Sheriff’s Office permits inmates to receive:
- Letters and postcards written in blue and black ink
- Plain standard greeting cards
- Standard 4” by 6” (35mm equivalent) print photos with no explicit content or hand signs
- Legal mail sent directly from an attorney or a court.
For commissary purchases, friends and family may deposit money into an inmate’s account through approved third-party payment platforms listed on each facility's webpage. The Davidson County Sheriff’s Office also allows in-person deposits at payment kiosks in the county's jail lobbies and participating retail outlets after completing registration through the approved link provided on the DCSO facility webpages.