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Johnson County Jail, Tennessee: Inmate Guide

Overview of the Facility

Johnson County Jail is a correctional facility located in Mountain City, Tennessee. It serves as the primary detention center for Johnson County and houses both pre-trial detainees and sentenced inmates.

Contact Information

Address: 999 Highway 67 W, Mountain City, TN 37683
Phone: (423) 727-7761
Website: Johnson County Sheriff's Office - Jail

Inmate Locator

To locate an inmate at Johnson County Jail, you can call the facility directly at (423) 727-7761 or use the Tennessee FOIL (Felony Offender Information Lookup) system available online.

Visitation Information

Visitation hours and policies may vary. It is recommended to contact the jail directly for the most up-to-date information on visitation schedules and procedures.

Sending Money to Inmates

Friends and family can send money to inmates through various methods. Contact the jail for specific instructions on how to deposit funds into an inmate's account.

Phone Calls and Video Options

Inmates are allowed to make phone calls at designated times. For information on phone services and any available video visitation options, please contact the jail directly.

Inmate Services and Programs

Johnson County Jail may offer various programs and services to inmates, such as educational courses, substance abuse treatment, and religious services. Contact the facility for a complete list of available programs.

Security and Management

The Johnson County Sheriff's Office is responsible for the management and security of the jail. They employ trained correctional officers to maintain order and ensure the safety of inmates and staff.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Inmates have certain legal rights, including access to legal counsel and the courts. For specific information on legal and visitation rights at Johnson County Jail, contact the facility or consult with a local attorney.

Booking and Release Process

The booking process typically involves fingerprinting, photographing, and collecting personal information from the arrestee. For information on the release process and bail procedures, contact the jail or the Johnson County Court Clerk's office.

Frequently Asked Questions

What items are inmates allowed to have?

Inmates are typically allowed to have certain approved personal items. Contact the jail for a specific list of permitted items, as policies may change.

How can I send mail to an inmate?

To send mail to an inmate, address it to: Inmate's Full Name, Johnson County Jail, 999 Highway 67 W, Mountain City, TN 37683. Include your return address and follow all mail regulations.

What medical services are available to inmates?

Johnson County Jail provides basic medical care to inmates. For specific information on available medical services, contact the jail administration.

General Visiting and Contacting Information

We provide detailed visiting and contact information for Johnson County Jail. If you are have completed a Johnson County Jail inmate search and have located an inmate, the information on this page will help you to stay in contact. We help you send money to jail, send & receive text messages, and provide the address for in-person visits.

Sending Money

Inmates who are currently imprisoned in Johnson County Jail can receive money into their commissary account via money order, check or cash. Inmate visitors can also deposit money directly into the inmate's account at prison administrative office. Note: When sending the money via money order or check, mention the inmate id and full name on the back of the slip.

Sending a Package / Mail

You can send any mail to the inmates who are imprisoned in Johnson County Jail. Please send the mail or package to the address mentioned below.

Inmate Name,

Inmate ID,

999 Honeysuckle Street, Mountain City, TN, 37683

Please make sure the mail or package that you are sending comes under the list of approved items. For further clarification on the allowed items, contact the prison administration directly on 423-727-7761 .

Note: In case you want to send packages, you need to get prior approval from the prison administration. Contact the prison / jail staff for more information.

Phone calls

Inmates can call to any person outside who are on the approved members list between 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM. The cost of the call is beared by the receiver and the call can be of maximum 30 minutes. During rush hours, the calling time is reduced drastically to 10 minutes.

Visitation Rules

You need to get yourself registered in the visitors list before visiting any inmate in the prison. If you are visiting someone in Johnson County Jail, make sure you are in approved visitors list. Confirm with the prison authorities before coming to visit the inmate.

Listed below are the basic visitation rules which one must adhere to:

  • Visitor must not be a prior felon.
  • Visitor must have a valid government ID.
  • A legal guardian must be accompanied for children below 16 years of age.
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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