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Guide to Moore County Jail, Tennessee

Overview of Moore County Jail

The Moore County Jail serves as the detention facility for Moore County in Tennessee. It is responsible for housing inmates who are awaiting trial, serving short sentences, or being held for other jurisdictions. The facility focuses on ensuring the safety of the public, staff, and inmates, while also providing rehabilitation programs to aid in inmates’ reintegration into society.

Contact Information

Address: 58 Elm Street South, Lynchburg, TN 37352, USA

Phone Number: +1 (931) 759-6392

Website: moorecountysheriff.com

How to Locate an Inmate

If you need to find an inmate at Moore County Jail, you can visit the official website of the Moore County Sheriff's Office. There, you can find links to inmate search tools or contact the jail directly for assistance.

Visitation Information

Visiting an inmate in Moore County Jail requires following a set of specific rules:

  • Visits must be scheduled in advance either online or through the jail’s administration office.
  • Each inmate is allowed one visit per week with a maximum of two visitors.
  • Visitors must present a valid ID and follow all instructions regarding attire and conduct.

Visit the Moore County Sheriff’s website to check the visiting hours and to schedule your visit

How to Send Money

Family and friends can send money to inmates via the jail’s approved electronic payment systems. The preferred method for Moore County Jail is through online platforms like MoneyGram, which requires using the specific code provided on the jail’s website.

Phone Calls and Video Options

Inmates at Moore County Jail are permitted to make outgoing phone calls through a secure system. Phone services are provided by a third-party company, and family members can open accounts directly with them to receive calls from inmates.

Video visitation options are also available which allow real-time video chats with inmates. Details and scheduling for video visits can be found on the website.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I visit Moore County Jail without an appointment?

No, all visits to the jail require an appointment which can be made via the official website or by calling the jail administration.

What items can I bring to an inmate at Moore County Jail?

No items are allowed to be brought directly to inmates. Anything intended for an inmate, including money, must go through the proper channels as listed on the jail’s website.

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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