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Welcome to the Montgomery County Jail Information Guide

Overview of Montgomery County Jail

Montgomery County Jail located in Clarksville, Tennessee, serves as the primary correctional facility for Montgomery County. This facility holds individuals awaiting trial or sentencing as well as those who have been sentenced to serve time for misdemeanor and felony offenses.

Contact Information

Address: 116 Commerce Street, Clarksville, TN 37040, USA

Phone Number: (931) 648-0611

Website: mcso.mcgtn.org

How to Locate an Inmate

To locate an inmate in the Montgomery County Jail, you can use the online search tool available on the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office website. You will need the full name and possibly the birth date of the inmate to perform a search.

Visitation Information

Visitation at Montgomery County Jail is strictly regulated for the safety and security of visitors, staff, and inmates. Visitors must register and schedule visits in advance. You can register and schedule a visitation via the jail’s website.

Visitation Hours: Vary by facility and inmate classification. Check the website or contact the facility directly for exact times.

How to Send Money to an Inmate

Inmates’ families and friends can send money through the online payment system, TouchPay. Visit TouchPay’s website to deposit funds into an inmate’s account.

Phone Calls and Video Options

Inmates at Montgomery County Jail are allowed to make outgoing phone calls through a system managed by Securus Technologies. To set up an account and to make pre-paid deposits, visit the Securus Technologies website. Video visitation is also available and can be arranged through the same service.

Inmate Services and Programs

The jail offers various programs including GED preparation, religious services, substance abuse programs, and vocational training aimed at helping inmates lead productive lives post-release.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Inmates are entitled to legal representation and are allowed to meet privately with their attorneys. Family visits are considered a privilege and rules must be strictly adhered to by visitors to maintain their visitation rights.

Booking and Release Process

Individuals arrested in Montgomery County are taken to Montgomery County Jail for booking, which includes fingerprinting, photographing and checking for any previous warrants. Release processes vary depending on whether the inmate is granted bail or released on their own recognizance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I send packages to an inmate at Montgomery County Jail?

No, Montgomery County Jail does not allow packages to be sent directly to inmates. However, you can send money which they can use to purchase items from the commissary.

Q: What items are inmates allowed to receive?

Inmates are only allowed to receive letters, money, and through the jail commissary, they can purchase items such as food, hygiene products, and stationery.

Recent News Involving Montgomery County Jail

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General Stats for Tennessee

Tennessee Total Number of Inmates

53,235

Tennessee Total No. of Inmates

Number of people under Probation Supervision

60,550

Number of people under Probation Supervision

Prison population rate

314

Prison population rate: 100,000 residents

Parole Population

12,407

Parole Population

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

2,831

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

Inmates sentenced to more than 1 Year in private prisons

6,984

Inmates sentenced to more than 1 Year in private prisons

Sex

Sex

%

Total

Male

90.49

19,903

Female

9.51

2,092

Youth

Type

%

Total

Committed

24.35

84

Detained

75.65

261

Diverted

0

0

Prisons and Jails in Tennessee