The Claiborne County Jail is a 210 bed jail in the city of New Tazewell, Claiborne County, Tennessee. You can call them 24 hours a day for inmate information at 423-626-6262.
Offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies in this county are brought here for booking and processing, and if their crime requires it, are incarcerated until they are either bonded out, are released from custody on their own recognizance, or are ordered to remain in custody until the disposition of their trial.
You can also use the inmate search tool to see this facility's roster of those who have been arrested and are still in custody.
Those who are found guilty and sentenced to a term of less than one year, will do their time in this county. Those sentenced to longer terms will be sent to either the Tennessee State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page provides information on how to search for an inmate in the official jail roster, or by calling the facility at 423-626-6262, directions to the facility, and inmate services such as the visitation schedule and policies, funding an inmate's account, mailing them a letter, receiving phone calls from an inmate, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond instructions, and commissary purchases.
It's always a good idea to find out and save the inmate's jail ID number or booking number as you may need this for sending mail or other communication needs. If you can't locate it online, you can call the Claiborne County Jail at 423-626-6262 to get it.
Phone: 423-626-6262
Physical Address:
415 Straight Creek Road
New Tazewell, TN 37825
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Claiborne County Jail
415 Straight Creek Rd
Tazewell, TN 37879
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Claiborne County Jail
415 Straight Creek Rd
Tazewell, TN 37879
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Claiborne County Jail, review their criminal charges, the amount of their bond, when they can get visits, or even view their mugshot, go to the Official Jail Inmate Roster, or call the jail at 423-626-6262 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up a Claiborne County offender's Criminal Court Case online, or any offender that was arrested in the state of Tennessee.
Tennessee also keeps a public database of all their felony offenders.
Claiborne County Jail Inmate Search
The Claiborne County Jail maintains an average of 210 offenders in custody on any given day. The Claiborne County Jail has a monthly turnover of 40% of their inmate population, another 30% turnover every 90 days, another 20% every six months, and approximately 10% stay incarcerated between six and twelve months. Every year Claiborne County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 4,200 offenders.
The following charts of Claiborne County inmate population demographics are updated daily. The information shown is for today. For research purposes we have broken down the inmates by sex, age, ethnicity, and criminal charges.
The information is compiled from the Claiborne County Corrections Department, the state of Tennessee Department of Corrections, as well as the United States Department of Justice and Census Bureau records. It represents every person in custody in Claiborne County.
For complete information on how to get directions, bond, visit, mail, send and receive email and texts, receive phone calls, and send money or commissary to an inmate, find arrest information for Claiborne County and other counties surrounding this one, scroll down this page. We have a section for each.
We also provide photos of the jail that we have collected over the years.
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INTERESTING FACTS about the Claiborne County Jail: The Claiborne County Justice Center is a 210-bed inmate facility in Tazewell, TN. The center has extensive new security features and areas for administration, incarceration, kitchen, dining, recreation, and a medical clinic. A new Jail to Work program for women being released from the Claiborne County Jail provide rehabilitation services, including therapy, substance use treatment and life skills to women housed in the new facility. After eight to 12 weeks, the women can graduate and reenter society and the workforce.
VISIT YOUR LOVED ONE
During COVID, in person visitation was halted for inmates throughout the country. It prompted facilities to make it a priority to upgrade their abilities to have video visitation. Many jails have restarted in person visitations. Call 423-626-6262 to confirm whether or not the Claiborne County Jail is offering in person visitation. If not, you will need to create an account for video visitation rights. It may be difficult to see your friend or loved ones while they are incarcerated, but it is important for their well-being.
Visitation hours may be dependent upon the sex of the person and, it also may be dependent upon the section of the facility in which they are housed
If in person visitation is allowed, there are a strict list of rules you must follow. You will also have purses searched upon entering.
COMMISSARY
Commissary posted with cash in the lobby will post THAT DAY. There is also the option to post money online for someone, for them to buy items in the commissary store, or to add time for tablets, phone calls, or messaging.
for sending texts or emails. See the sections below for details.
Please include the inmates name, ID number, their dorm number and cell or bed number if possible, when sending mail. There are strict guidelines in regard to what you can send a friend while they are in jail. Contact the jailer to get a full list of things that are not allowed.
To find out if someone you know has been recently arrested and booked into the Claiborne County Jail, call the jail’s booking line at 423-626-6262.
There may be an automated method of looking them up by their name over the phone, or you may be directed to speak to someone at the jail. Sometimes the jail staff may ask you the offender’s date of birth to ensure privacy of the offender’s status.
Keep in mind that after an arrest, the information on an offender may not be publicly available for several hours.
If you don’t want to check up on an offender by calling the jail, you can also try looking up people recently booked online.
Claiborne County Jail Booking Roster
After being arrested and taken into custody, and after being read their Miranda Rights, an offender will next be transported to the local police or department or the Sheriff’s Department in Claiborne County for booking.
Booking is very involved and requires multiple steps in the process, however, keep in mind that most attorneys will advise that an offender remain silent and not offer any additional information about the crime they have been arrested for because anything they do say may be recorded and may very well be used against them in court.
Booking includes having their photo (mugshot) and fingerprints taken, as well as being asked a lot of questions about their personal history and state of mind. If it’s a serious felony, their DNA may also be taken. They will also be checked for warrants in Claiborne County and other Tennessee and USA jurisdictions.
If the offender was arrested for a DUI offense, and has refused a breathalyzer test, they may also be forced to have blood drawn by a doctor or nurse.
It is also very likely that the offender will undergo a humiliating full body search while in the nude. This includes bending over, spreading their cheeks in the direction of an officer, and coughing. They will also be walked through a metal detector or x-ray machine, like those used at an airport.
The arresting jurisdiction will ask about gang affiliations, tattoos, medical conditions, prescribed medication they are taking, recreational drugs they are on or addicted to, allergies, if they are suicidal, and other relevant information that will help with determining their cell assignment and special needs.
During the arrest and booking process an offender will also have all their personal property confiscated and held for either their release from jail, or with the offender’s approval, released to a friend or family member.
Personal property includes the clothing they are wearing, money, wallets, purses, cell phones, jewelry, body rings, earrings, watches, and even glasses if they are deemed a security risk. If they are allowed to keep their shoes or sneakers, the laces are removed.
At this point the offender will be allowed to make a free phone call to a person of their choice to notify them of their arrest, and/or arrange a bond or bail for their release.
If the offender is being detained and housed while awaiting arraignment, the Claiborne County Jail will provide a jail garment and slip-on shoes, a blanket, sheets, soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, and a towel.
Often, before they are dressed in the jail outfit and brought to their housing location, they will be forced to take a shower and undergo a disinfectant treatment for body and hair lice, scabies or other pests that may be residing on their person.
Booking can take anywhere from an hour to 24 hours or more. It all depends on the number of people that are awaiting processing, the number of staff on duty at the time, and the behavior of the offender.
If the offender is heavily intoxicated and/or violent, the Booking Officer may decide to stick the offender in a holding cell for several hours until they become more manageable.
Yes, Claiborne County recognizes most types of bonds.
Claiborne County recognizes most types of bonds. The court will consider what type of bonds will be accepted depending on the circumstances of the arrest.
Bail is set by a magistrate or judge.
Bail is set during the defendant’s first court hearing, also known as a bail hearing. This court appearance will be scheduled within 72 hrs. of arrest not counting weekends or holidays.
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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Claiborne County Jail? What is the Schedule?
415 Straight Creek Road
New Tazewell, TN 37825
423-626-6262
Visitation Procedures
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 423-626-6262 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!
SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE
| DAY | HOURS | SEX |
| SUN | 10AM-12PM | FEMALE |
| MON | 12PM-7PM | MALE |
| TUE | 8AM -12PM | FEMALE |
| WED | 12PM-5PM | MALE Last Name N-Z |
| THU | 5PM-8PM | MALE Last Name A-M |
| FRI | 10AM-4PM | MALE Last Name A-M |
| SAT | 4PM-8PM | MALE Last Name N-Z |
Claiborne County Jail uses the services of Inmate Sales, also known as Combined Public Communication (CPC) for visitation communication between inmates and their friends and family members.
In order to have a successful video visit, these are the steps to follow:
Call 877-998-5678 if you have any questions.
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We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Claiborne County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 423-626-6262 for further assistance.
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Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Claiborne County Jail?
Claiborne County Jail uses the services of Inmate Sales, also known as Combined Public Communication (CPC) for visitation communication between inmates and their friends and family members.
In order to have a successful video visit, these are the steps to follow:
Call 877-998-5678 if you have any questions.
iphone app
Google Play app
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Claiborne County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 423-626-6262 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Claiborne County Jail?
You can deposit money four different ways:
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To send commissary money to an inmate in Claiborne County Jail follow these steps:
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For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account, what the fees are, how long it takes to hit their account and more, check out our full money and commissary guide for Claiborne County Jail.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Claiborne County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 423-626-6262 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Claiborne County Jail?
To receive phone calls from inmates in Claiborne County, or to assist them in making phone calls to other people, follow these steps:
For all the information regarding phone calls with Claiborne County inmates; rules, policies, phone calling times, limits and more visit our Inmate Phone Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Claiborne County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 423-626-6262 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Claiborne County Jail, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Claiborne County Jail allows inmates to receive pre-metered postcards like the type purchased from the post office. They may also allow certain photo postcards as long as they have not been tampered with or contain images that may be considered to be obscene or violent in nature. It is best to only use blue or black ink. Always include your name and return address.
Envelopes
The Claiborne County Jail also allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates. It is best to only use blue or black ink.
Postcards and envelopes MUST HAVE the sender's full name and return address on the envelope.
Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Claiborne County Jail
415 Straight Creek Rd
Tazewell, TN 37879
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Claiborne County Jail
415 Straight Creek Rd
Tazewell, TN 37879
Newspapers
Newspapers may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the publisher.
Magazines
News, special interest or sports magazines may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the publisher. Any magazines that contain profanity, weapons, pornography or other content that is adult in nature will be confiscated by the jail staff and will NOT be delivered to the inmate.
Books
The Claiborne County Jail allows books to be mailed directly to the jail from a reputable source such as Amazon, Barnes & Noble or Books-A-Million. You can order them directly from your computer and have them shipped to the inmate at the address noted.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Claiborne County Jail standards will be disposed of.
Hard cover books will not be accepted by the jail due to their potential to be used as a weapon.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Claiborne County Jail
415 Straight Creek Rd
Tazewell, TN 37879
For inmates receiving mail in the Claiborne County Jail there are different addresses and policies depending on the inmate's status, as well as what type of mail they are receiving; personal mail, legal mail, subscriptions or books sent from a third-party such as Amazon.
All mail is to be shipped to the Claiborne County Jail:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Claiborne County Jail
415 Straight Creek Rd
Tazewell, TN 37879
For complete information on mail policies, what you can send an inmate and what address to send them, check out our Inmate Mail page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Claiborne County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 423-626-6262 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Claiborne County Jail, and what can I purchase?
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To send commissary money to an inmate's account in Claiborne County Jail follow these steps:
You can deposit money four different ways:
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Frequently Asked Questions
For all information, tips and available items for send money and for shipping Commissary packages to an inmate in Claiborne County Jail check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Claiborne County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Claiborne County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 423-626-6262 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Claiborne County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
Chirping is the product name for inmate texting.
This product allows inmates to send chirps (texts) to friends and family members.
Here's how it works:
Cost of Chirping:
To send a secure email message to an inmate in Claiborne County Jail follow these steps:
- Chirping is the product name for inmate texting.
- This product allows Claiborne County inmates to send chirps (texts) to friends and family members.
- Inmates will be charged a monthly service fee of $4.00.
- Inbound and Outbound Chirps are $0.10 each.
Inmate Sales Apps
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For all information on how to Text/Email an Inmate in Claiborne County Jail check out our Secure Messaging Guide for Claiborne County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Claiborne County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 423-626-6262 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Claiborne County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?
Inmate Sales also handles inmate phone systems, video visitations, email and texting (they call it chirping) and digital letters.
The tablets can be rented on a monthly basis (or are given to the inmate use for a limited time) and while not directly connected to the internet, the inmates can use them for the following activities:
Here's how it works:
Questions:
Inmate Sales also handles inmate phone systems, video visitations, email and texting (they call it chirping) and digital letters.
The tablets can be rented on a monthly basis (or are given to the inmate use for a limited time) and while not directly connected to the internet, the inmates can use them for the following activities:
Here's how it works:
Questions:
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Claiborne County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 423-626-6262 for further assistance.
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What are the other City and County Jails in Claiborne County?
What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Claiborne County?
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