Kingsport Jail is a 20-bed jail in Kingsport, Sullivan County, Tennessee. You can contact the facility for inmate information anytime at 423-229-9435.
This jail processes individuals arrested for misdemeanors and felonies. After booking and processing, inmates may be held until they are either bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or remain in custody until their trial is concluded.
The inmate search tool allows you to check the jail's roster and find out who is currently in custody.
Offenders serving less than one year will do their time here, while those sentenced to longer terms will be sent to either the Tennessee State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page provides essential information, including the visitation schedule, how to fund an inmate's account, send mail, receive phone calls, voicemail, email and texting, tablet rentals, bail bonds, and commissary purchases.
Remember to save the inmate's jail ID or booking number for any communication needs. If you cannot locate it online, call Kingsport Jail at 423-229-9435 for assistance.
Phone: 423-229-9435
Physical Address:
200 Shelby Street
Kingsport, TN 37660
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name
Kingsport City Jail
200 Shelby Street
Kingsport, TN 37660
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name
Kingsport City Jail
200 Shelby Street
Kingsport, TN 37660
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Kingsport 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 423-229-9435 for the information you are looking for.
If you want to find further information, such as the status of an offender's court case, including their criminal charges, you can find it online at the Sullivan County Criminal Court Case Lookup website.
The Kingsport Jail maintains an average of 20 offenders in custody on any given day. The Kingsport 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 Sullivan County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 14,460 offenders.
The following charts of Sullivan 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 Sullivan 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 Sullivan 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 Sullivan 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 Kingsport City Jail - It is a state certified holding facility, falling under the rules and regulation of the Tennessee Corrections Institute, where inmates are temporarily housed here until being transferred to the Sullivan County Jail. There are no face to face visits here. An observation deck has full length mirrors that allow officers to see into both male and female cell areas. There are higher security measures for two-man cells.
Once arrested, the person is taken to Kingsport Jail for booking, a process that confirms identity, assesses charges, and determines if they will be released on their own recognizance, posted for bail, or held until court.
Staying silent is key during this process, as anything spoken can be used as evidence in court. It’s best to wait for legal counsel before responding to questions.
Steps involved in booking at Kingsport Jail include:
Booking can range from an hour to 48 hours depending on the circumstances. To check on an offender’s bond amount, contact Kingsport Jail at 423-229-9435.
After an arrest, individuals are brought to Kingsport Jail in Kingsport for processing. Following this, three possible outcomes exist:
1. The individual may be released without posting bail, with a promise to appear in court.
2. The individual could be held in jail until their court date.
3. Bail or bond can be posted for release; for more information, contact 423-229-9435.
Bail payment can be handled through various means.
To learn more about the bail process in Sullivan County, Tennessee, visit the Kingsport Jail Bail Page.
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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Kingsport Jail? What is the Schedule?
200 Shelby Street
Kingsport, TN 37660
423-229-9435
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 423-229-9435 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM |
| MONDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| TUESDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| THURSDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| FRIDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| SATURDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM |
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Kingsport Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 423-229-9435 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 Kingsport Jail?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Kingsport Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 423-229-9435 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Kingsport Jail?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Kingsport Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 423-229-9435 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Kingsport Jail?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Kingsport Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 423-229-9435 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Kingsport Jail, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Kingsport 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 Kingsport 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
Kingsport City Jail
200 Shelby Street
Kingsport, TN 37660
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name
Kingsport City Jail
200 Shelby Street
Kingsport, TN 37660
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 Kingsport 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 Kingsport 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
Kingsport City Jail
200 Shelby Street
Kingsport, TN 37660
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Kingsport Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 423-229-9435 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Kingsport Jail, and what can I purchase?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Kingsport Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 423-229-9435 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Kingsport Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Kingsport Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 423-229-9435 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Kingsport Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Kingsport Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 423-229-9435 for further assistance.
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What are the other City and County Jails in Sullivan County?
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This facility, known as "Kingsport Jail" is also known as Kingsport Justice Center, Kingsport Jail , Kingsport Jail , Tennessee, Sullivan.
