Located in Covington, Tipton County, Tennessee, the Tipton County Jail is a 211-bed facility. You can call them anytime for inmate information at 901-475-3305.
This facility handles offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies, who are brought here for booking and processing. Depending on their charges, inmates may remain in custody until they are either bonded out, released on recognizance, or held until their trial is completed.
The inmate search tool can be used to view the jail's roster and find out who is in custody.
Offenders sentenced to less than one year will serve their time at this jail, while those with longer sentences will be transferred to either the Tennessee State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page provides information on a range of inmate services, including the visitation schedule, inmate account funding, sending mail, phone calls, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bonds, and commissary purchases.
It’s a good idea to keep the inmate’s jail ID or booking number for future communication needs. If it’s not available online, call Tipton County Jail at 901-475-3305 for further assistance.
Phone: 901-475-3305
Physical Address:
1801 South College Street
Covington, TN 38019
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Tipton County Jail, TN
c/o Securus DMC
PO Box 20124
Tampa, FL 33622
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Tipton County Jail
1801 South College Street
Covington, TN 38019
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Tipton 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 901-475-3305 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up a Tipton 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.
Tipton County Jail Inmate Search
The Tipton County Jail maintains an average of 211 offenders in custody on any given day. The Tipton 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 Tipton County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 4,220 offenders.
The following charts of Tipton 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 Tipton 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 Tipton 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 Tipton 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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The Tipton County Sheriff’s Office is the agency responsible for the operation of the Tipton County Jail and the care and protection of the offenders within and the community surrounding it.
Accepting both male and female inmates, as well as those who have committed felonies and those who are charged with misdemeanors, the Tipton County Jail consists of several housing units, laundry facilities, a kitchen to provide three meals each day for all residents, recreational areas both outside and indoors, scheduled recreation activities, exercise areas, a medical space with staff to care for all medical concerns, mental health professionals for counseling and treatments, and programs for educational needs, life skills, and social skills.
The inmates are offenders arrested in Tipton County that have recently been arrested for a felony or misdemeanor, are awaiting trial, or have been found guilty for their crime(s) and have been sentenced to one year or less.
Another way in which mental health for inmates is addressed is through contact with their support system who are outside of the facility through mail, calls, and visits.
Mail is sent to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Tipton County Jail, TN
c/o Securus DMC
PO Box 20124
Tampa, FL 33622
... and it must meet all conditions before acceptance. Mail must have a correct address, full return address including the name of the person who is sending it, be sent through the post office, and have no other markings on the envelope or contraband within.
The facility can be contacted at 901-475-3305 at any time, and there is also an email contact for the sheriff’s office for concerns not related to the jail and another for the jail itself.
Phone calls are outgoing only, and you may not call into the facility to speak to an inmate, however friends and family are able to contact the facility and access visitation times, which are provided only to those who are approved for visits, and you will be provided with a day and time for your visit. Inmates are provided with one visit each week.
When someone is arrested, they are taken to Tipton County Jail for booking. This process includes identifying them, deciding on charges, and determining if they will be eligible for bail or held until court.
It's important to stay silent during this process, as any statements made may be used in court. Legal advice should be sought before speaking about the case.
The following steps make up the booking process at Tipton County Jail:
The duration of booking can vary, taking between one and 48 hours. For more information on paying an arrestee’s bond, contact Tipton County Jail at 901-475-3305.
After being arrested and booked into Tipton County Jail in Covington, the arrestee's situation will proceed in one of three ways:
1. They may be released without bail and required to attend a court hearing.
2. They may be held in custody until their court date.
3. Bail can be posted for their release; call 901-475-3305 for the exact bail amount.
There are multiple ways to pay bail.
To get more information on the bail process in Tipton County, Tennessee, visit the Tipton County Jail Bail FAQ.
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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Tipton County Jail? What is the Schedule?
1801 South College Street
Covington, TN 38019
901-475-3305
Schedule Video Visits online with Securus
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | NO ON SITE VISITS |
| MONDAY | 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| TUESDAY | 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| THURSDAY | 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| FRIDAY | 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| SATURDAY | NO ON SITE VISITS |
Schedule Video Visits online with Securus
REMOTE VISITATION SCHEDULE
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
| MONDAY | 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
| TUESDAY | 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
| THURSDAY | 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
| FRIDAY | 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
| SATURDAY | 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
7:00 AM - 12:00 PM
1:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Video Visitation allows 'approved' friends, family members, attorneys and clergy of an inmate to connect with them using their computer, Securus Video Visitation app, or ‘on-site’ kiosk.
Steps:
Register and/or log in.
Select the facility of your inmate.
Review the days, available hours and the cost of remote and on-site visits.
Schedule your visit.
What is the Cost of a Remote Video Visit?
Costs vary and are subject to change, but generally visits range from $5.00 to $15.00 for a 15 to 30 minute online or on-site video visit.
How do you know if your Inmate will be available during the time you schedule?
The Securus system knows the times that Tipton County Jail inmates are available for remote video visits.
It will not allow you to schedule a visit with your inmate if they are not available or the video visitation kiosk(s) in the jail are booked already.
Once you schedule a visit with your inmate they will be notified of the date and time of the visit.
Important Tips:
Your entire visit is being monitored and recorded. Do not say or do anything that you would not want being replayed in court.
You should schedule your visit, in advance, at a time that works best for you.
For best sound quality, use earbuds or headsets.
Quick & Easy Access to Important Information & Help:
Phone: 972-734-1111 or 877-578-3658
Video Tutorial on Registering for Securus Video Visits.
Frequently Asked Questions.
Tipton County Jail Pricing.
Securus Contact Information.
iphone app
Android app
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Tipton County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 901-475-3305 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 Tipton County Jail?
1801 South College Street
Covington, TN 38019
901-475-3305
Schedule Video Visits online with Securus
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | NO ON SITE VISITS |
| MONDAY | 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| TUESDAY | 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| THURSDAY | 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| FRIDAY | 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| SATURDAY | NO ON SITE VISITS |
Schedule Video Visits online with Securus
REMOTE VISITATION SCHEDULE
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
| MONDAY | 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
| TUESDAY | 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
| THURSDAY | 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
| FRIDAY | 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
| SATURDAY | 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
7:00 AM - 12:00 PM
1:00 PM - 7:00 PM
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Tipton County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 901-475-3305 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Tipton County Jail?
You can deposit money four different ways:
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24/7 Customer Service - 855-836-3364
Frequently Asked Questions
To send commissary money to an inmate in Tipton 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 Tipton County Jail.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Tipton County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 901-475-3305 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Tipton County Jail?
To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Tipton County do the following:
1. Enroll in an account with Securus Technologies.
2. Choose one of three account types, Securus Debit, Advance Connect or Direct Bill.
3. Choose [facility_name_1}, then connect with your inmate.
4. If you have any questions, call Securus: 972-734-1111 or 800-844-6591.
To find out fees, how to's, calling times, limits on phone calls and other systems Securus has do that you can communicate with your Tipton County inmate, check out our Inmate Phone Page.
NOTE: All of your inmate's phone calls are recorded and stored. It is advised not to discuss their pending case.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Tipton County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 901-475-3305 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Tipton County Jail, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Tipton 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 Tipton 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#
Tipton County Jail, TN
c/o Securus DMC
PO Box 20124
Tampa, FL 33622
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Tipton County Jail
1801 South College Street
Covington, TN 38019
Newspapers
Local or national newspapers may also be mailed to the inmate as long as they are mailed directly from the newspaper 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 Tipton 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 below.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Tipton County Jail standards will be disposed of. No more than three books may be shipped at any one time.
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#
Tipton County Jail
1801 South College Street
Covington, TN 38019
Postcards
The Tipton 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.
Envelopes
The Tipton County Jail also allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates.
Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Tipton County Jail, TN
c/o Securus DMC
PO Box 20124
Tampa, FL 33622
Legal Mail
Send all legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Tipton County Jail
1801 South College Street
Covington, TN 38019
Newspapers
Local or national newspapers may also be mailed to the inmate as long as they are mailed directly from the newspaper 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 Tipton 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 below.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Tipton County Jail standards will be disposed of. No more than three books may be shipped at any one time.
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#
Tipton County Jail
1801 South College Street
Covington, TN 38019
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Tipton County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 901-475-3305 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Tipton County Jail, and what can I purchase?
Tipton County Jail uses the services of correctpay.com (aka JailFunds) for you to deposit funds into your inmate’s account so that they can purchase Commissary and/or Gift Packs from this jail’s commissary service.
You can deposit money four different ways:
correctpay Contact, Help and FAQ
24/7 Customer Service - 855-836-3364
Frequently Asked Questions
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Tipton County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 901-475-3305 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Tipton County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Tipton County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 901-475-3305 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Tipton County 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 Tipton County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 901-475-3305 for further assistance.
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What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Tipton County?
This facility, known as "Tipton County Jail" is also known as Tipton County Jail & Sheriff, Tipton County Jail & Sheriff , Tipton County Jail & Sheriff , Tennessee, Tipton.
