Davidson County Jail
Tennessee
Davidson County Sheriff's Office Downtown Detention Center
The Davidson County Sheriff's Office runs the jail facilities for Metro Nashville, including the Downtown Detention Center.
- Address
- 500 2nd Ave N, Nashville, TN 37201
- Phone
- (615) 862-8170
- Sheriff / jail site
- https://www.nashville.gov/departments/sheriff
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How to find an inmate
To check whether someone is in Davidson County custody in Nashville, use the inmate search linked from the Davidson County Sheriff's Office page on nashville.gov, or call the sheriff's office with the person's full name and date of birth. People sentenced to state prison can be found with the Tennessee Department of Correction's Felony Offender Information Lookup (FOIL).
Visitation
The Davidson County Sheriff's Office sets visitation rules for its Nashville facilities, and visits may require advance scheduling and valid photo ID. Check the sheriff's official page or call the facility to confirm the current schedule, format, and rules.
Bail and bond
In Davidson County, a judicial commissioner or judge sets bond after arrest. Bond can generally be posted in cash or through a licensed bonding company. Check the sheriff's official page or call the facility to confirm the amount and where to pay.
Mail and money
Mail to inmates must include the inmate's full name and identification number and follow DCSO mail rules, and staff inspect all mail. Commissary funds can be added only through the sheriff's approved methods. Confirm current options on the official sheriff page.
Frequently asked questions
How do I find out if someone is in the Davidson County jail?
Use the inmate search on the Davidson County Sheriff's Office page at nashville.gov, or call (615) 862-8170.
What is the address of the Downtown Detention Center?
It is at 500 2nd Ave N, Nashville, TN 37201.
How do I post bail in Davidson County?
After a commissioner or judge sets bond, pay it in cash or through a licensed bonding company. Confirm the process with the sheriff's office.
Can I send money to an inmate in Davidson County?
Yes, through the sheriff's approved commissary deposit methods. Check the official sheriff page for current options.