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Find a Shelby County Jail Inmate in Memphis
If you are looking for someone arrested in Shelby County, Tennessee, including Memphis, start with the official Shelby County inmate lookup. The search covers the Sheriff’s jail system, including the downtown jail commonly called 201 Poplar and Jail East for women.
Open Official Shelby County Inmate Search
How to Search the Shelby County Jail Roster
Shelby County uses a searchable inmate database rather than a simple static alphabetical roster. You do not need to pay a private people-search website just to begin checking local jail custody.
- Open the official Shelby County Inmate Lookup.
- Choose the name-search option.
- Enter the person’s first name and last name.
- Add the person’s date of birth if available.
- Select Include released inmates if the person may have already left custody.
- Run the search and compare the available identifying information carefully.
- Write down the inmate or booking identifier if one is displayed. It can be useful for bond, court, mail and visitation questions.
If you already know an inmate identifier, the official system also provides an identifier/value search. That can be more precise than a name search.
Search the Official RosterWhat an Inmate Search Can Tell You
The exact fields can differ by record, but the jail lookup can help you identify the correct person and determine what to do next.
| Information | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Name and identifying details | Helps distinguish people who have similar names. |
| Booking or inmate identifier | Useful when calling the jail or checking related services. |
| Custody or release status | Helps determine whether the person is still being held. |
| Charges | Shows available charge information connected with the booking. |
| Bond information | Helps identify whether bond information is available and what needs to be verified. |
| Housing or facility information | Important before visiting, mailing anything or adding funds. |
Important: A booking or arrest record does not prove guilt. Use the appropriate court record if you need the formal status or outcome of the criminal case.
Shelby County Jail Phone Numbers and Locations
| Facility or service | Contact information |
|---|---|
| General inmate/custody information | 901-222-4700 |
| Main Jail / 201 Poplar | 201 Poplar Avenue, Memphis, TN 38103 901-222-4703 |
| Jail East | 6201 Haley Road, Memphis, TN 38134 901-222-6600 |
| Shelby County Division of Corrections | 1045 Mullins Station Road, Memphis, TN 38134 |
| SCDC Inmate Records | 901-222-8592 |
| General Sessions Criminal Division | 901-222-3500 |
Main Jail — 201 Poplar
The main Shelby County jail is in downtown Memphis at 201 Poplar Avenue. In local conversation, people often refer to the jail or Criminal Justice Center area simply as 201 Poplar.
Main Jail InformationJail East — 6201 Haley Road
Jail East is the Sheriff’s women’s jail facility at 6201 Haley Road, Memphis, TN 38134. Confirm the inmate’s current housing location before arranging a visit, mailing anything or sending funds.
Jail East InformationNo Inmate Found? Check These Custody Systems
If a person does not appear in the Sheriff’s jail lookup, do not immediately assume there is no custody record. The person may be in another Shelby County or Tennessee correctional system.
1. Shelby County Sheriff’s Jail System
Use the main inmate lookup for people booked into the Sheriff’s local jail system, including the downtown jail and Jail East.
Sheriff Inmate Lookup2. Shelby County Division of Corrections
Shelby County operates a separate Division of Corrections at Mullins Station Road. Locally, some people may refer to this facility as the Penal Farm. It is different from the Sheriff’s pretrial jail operation.
People serving qualifying county sentences may appear in the Division of Corrections system instead of the Sheriff’s inmate search.
Search SCDC Inmates SCDC Inmate Records Information3. Tennessee Department of Correction
If the person was sentenced and transferred to state custody, use Tennessee’s Felony Offender Information Lookup (FOIL). FOIL is more appropriate for state prisoners and certain probation or parole records.
Search Tennessee FOILIf a Recent Arrest Is Not Showing Yet
A new arrest may not become searchable immediately. Transport, identification, medical screening and booking may need to be completed first.
- Check the spelling of the legal first and last name.
- Try the full legal name instead of a nickname.
- Add the date of birth when known.
- Use the released-inmate option if the person may already have left custody.
- Search again after some time if the arrest happened very recently.
- Call 901-222-4700 if you need direct custody confirmation.
- Check the Division of Corrections or Tennessee FOIL if the person has already been sentenced or transferred.
How to Check Charges and Bond
Start by locating the correct inmate record. Write down the person’s full name, booking identifier and any available charge or bond information.
- Search the official inmate database.
- Confirm that you have the correct person.
- Review any bond information displayed with the record.
- If the amount or eligibility is unclear, contact jail information before paying anyone.
- Use the Shelby County court system when you need formal case or hearing information.
The Sheriff’s jail information number for the downtown facility is 901-222-4703.
How to Find an Inmate’s Court Date
The jail roster and court docket serve different purposes. The roster answers a custody question; the court system provides the legal case and hearing information.
- Get the defendant’s correct legal name from the inmate record.
- Write down any available booking or case information.
- Open the Shelby County Criminal Justice System Portal.
- Search for the matching defendant or case.
- Verify that the record belongs to the correct person.
- Use the court record for hearing dates and formal case activity.
If online information is not enough, the General Sessions Criminal Division can be contacted at 901-222-3500.
How Long Does Release Take?
Posting bond or receiving a release order does not necessarily mean the person will immediately walk out of the jail.
Release processing can include identity verification, fingerprints, photographs, warrant checks, computer checks and medical clearance. Shelby County’s published inmate guidance advises that actual release can take several hours after release has been authorized.
A person can also remain in custody if another warrant, detainer, hold or separate criminal matter applies.
Put Money on a Shelby County Jail Inmate’s Account
The Sheriff’s inmate deposit information directs users to approved electronic and lobby deposit options. Electronic deposits are available through CorrectPay.
- Lobby kiosk: Use an approved kiosk at the jail where available.
- Online: Use CorrectPay.
- Mobile: CorrectPay mobile service/app.
- Phone: 1-855-836-3364.
Always verify the person’s current facility and inmate identifier before sending funds because transfers and releases can affect the correct account or facility.
Official Inmate Deposit InstructionsVisit a Shelby County Jail Inmate
Shelby County provides video-visitation options. Requirements can change, so confirm the inmate’s current facility and use the Sheriff’s current visitation instructions before scheduling.
Remote video visits
The Sheriff’s visitation information uses the GettingOut Visits system for incoming video communication. Account and approval requirements apply.
Onsite video visitation
Onsite visits are scheduled through the jail’s visitation process. Visitors should have valid photo identification and must comply with the Sheriff’s current approval and scheduling requirements.
Check Current Visitation RulesSend Mail to an Inmate
Use the inmate’s complete legal name and booking information when available. The Main Jail and Jail East use different addresses.
Inmate’s Full Name
Booking Number
Floor and Pod, if known
201 Poplar Ave.
Memphis, TN 38103
Inmate’s Full Name
Booking Number
Housing Location, if known
6201 Haley Rd.
Memphis, TN 38134
Include a complete return address. Check the Sheriff’s current inmate-contact rules before mailing books, publications or other items because additional restrictions may apply.
Official Mail & Inmate Contact RulesGet Release and Custody Notifications
If you need continuing custody updates, Tennessee’s victim-notification service can be more useful than manually checking the jail roster every day.
TN SAVIN / VINE: 888-868-4631
The system can provide notifications for qualifying custody events such as release or transfer when information is available.
Open VINELinkRequest a Jail or Sheriff’s Record
The inmate lookup is mainly for custody and booking information. If you need another Sheriff’s record that is not available through the public search, use the Shelby County Sheriff’s public-record request process.
201 Poplar Avenue
Memphis, TN 38103
Public-record request phone: 901-222-5656
Describe the record as specifically as possible. Access may depend on Tennessee public-record law and any applicable exemptions.
Sheriff Public Records InformationWhich Shelby County Search Should You Use?
| Your question | Best source |
|---|---|
| Is someone currently at 201 Poplar or Jail East? | Shelby County Sheriff’s inmate lookup |
| Was the person recently released? | Sheriff search with released inmates included |
| Is the person at the county Division of Corrections? | SCDC inmate lookup |
| Was the person transferred to Tennessee state custody? | Tennessee FOIL |
| What is the person’s court date? | Shelby County Criminal Justice System Portal |
| Do I need custody/release notifications? | TN SAVIN / VINELink |
| Do I need another Sheriff’s public record? | SCSO public-record request process |
Shelby County Jail Inmate Search FAQs
1. What is the official Shelby County Jail inmate search?
The official Shelby County, Tennessee jail lookup is the county’s IML inmate-search system. Use it to check people processed through the Sheriff’s jail system, including the downtown jail and Jail East.
2. Can I search for released Shelby County inmates?
Yes. The official lookup provides an option to include released inmates, which is useful when the person may already have bonded out or otherwise left custody.
3. Why can’t I find someone who was just arrested?
The person may still be undergoing transport, identification, medical screening or booking. Check the legal name and spelling, add the date of birth if known and try the search again later.
4. Where is the Shelby County Main Jail?
The Main Jail is at 201 Poplar Avenue in downtown Memphis, Tennessee 38103. It is commonly referred to locally as 201 Poplar.
5. Is the Shelby County Penal Farm the same as 201 Poplar?
No. The local Penal Farm reference generally means the Shelby County Division of Corrections at Mullins Station Road. It is separate from the Sheriff’s downtown jail and has a separate inmate lookup.
6. How do I find a Shelby County inmate’s bond?
Search the inmate’s booking first and review any available bond information. If the amount or release eligibility is unclear, verify it with Shelby County jail or court personnel before paying.
7. How do I find a Shelby County inmate’s court date?
Use the Shelby County Criminal Justice System Portal after identifying the correct defendant. The General Sessions Criminal Division can also help with qualifying criminal-court questions.
8. How do I visit someone in Shelby County Jail?
Check the Sheriff’s current visitation page. Shelby County uses video-visitation processes, and visitors must follow current scheduling, identification and approval requirements.
9. How do I put money on a Shelby County Jail inmate’s account?
The Sheriff’s deposit information lists approved jail deposit methods including CorrectPay and available lobby deposit options. Verify the inmate’s current facility and identifier before sending money.
10. How long does release from Shelby County Jail take?
There is no guaranteed release time. Even after bond or a release order, jail staff may still need to complete identification, warrant, medical and other release-processing steps.
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