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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take for a person to be released?
There is no exact time. Many factors must be considered.
Persons must be fingerprinted, photos taken, warrant checks done, processed through N.C.I.C., checked by medical etc.
The AVERAGE processing time is less than two hours. However actual release time may be 3 to 6 hours after the release is ordered.
How do I put money on an inmate’s account?
A private company handles this.
INMATE ACCOUNT offices are located in the visitation lobby at 201 Poplar.
Money may be put in an inmate’s commissary account between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. seven days a week.
A maximum of $200.00 may be left in a one week period CURRENCY ONLY. We do not accept checks.
How do I provide clothes for an inmate to wear to court?
Clothes for court appearance may be brought to the main lobby of the Jail (201 Poplar) or Jail East. We accept clothes 24 hours a day seven days a week.
Court clothes must be conservative. Tennis shoes will NOT be accepted.
Inappropriate clothing for court appearances will NOT be accepted (shorts, pants with multiple zippers etc).
How do I post bond?
The 24 hour court clerk’s office is also located in the Jail Annex visitation area.
You may post a cash bond or use the services of a licensed bonding company of your choice.
The Shelby County Sheriff’s Office does NOT make recommendations as to which bonding company you use.
How do I get an inmate’s property?
Any inmate may release his property to anyone. The inmate must initiate the request.
The inmate may request a "property release form" from the pod Officer. The completed form is then sent to Swanson’s office in the Annex visitation area. When proper I.D. is presented, the property may be released.
Property may NOT be released if the property is part of evidence or if Law Enforcement Officers have placed a "hold" on the property.
How do I send a letter to someone in jail?
Address the letter to:
The inmate’s full name
Booking number
Floor and pod where housed if known
201 Poplar Ave.
Memphis, TN 38103
All letters sent in to inmates must have a complete return address on them. Books (soft back) or magazines must come directly from the publisher(s).
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PUBLIC SERVICE HOURS
08:00 A.M. - 03:30 P.M. MONDAY - FRIDAY
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PROCESSING HOURS
07:00 A.M. - 07:00 P.M. MONDAY - FRIDAY

Individuals obtaining information from this website should verify accuracy through appropriate entities prior to use. Information provided should not be relied upon for any type of legal action. This database contains the listings of persons who have been processed into the Shelby County Jail and lists the charge(s) for which they were originally detained. Individuals contained in this database have been arrested, but have not necessarily been found guilty in a court of law. The Shelby County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) provides this interface as a public service. However, the SCSO reserves the right to limit access in order to ensure access for all users.