Search Knoxville Arrest Records
Knoxville arrest records are managed by the Knoxville Police Department and the Knox County Sheriff's Office. Located in east Tennessee, Knoxville has about 190,000 residents and serves as the Knox County seat. The Knox County Sheriff publishes a 24-hour custody listing that shows all recent arrests and bookings. Arrest records in Knoxville are public under Tennessee law and can be searched online or requested in person at several offices.
Knoxville Quick Facts
Where Knoxville Arrest Records Are Filed
The Knoxville Police Department handles most arrests in the city. Their headquarters is at 800 Howard Baker Jr. Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37915. You can reach the non-emergency line at (865) 215-4010. After an arrest, the person is booked at the Knox County Detention Facility run by the sheriff's office.
The Knox County Sheriff's Office is at 400 Main Street, Suite 271, Knoxville, TN 37902. Their phone number is (865) 215-2243. The sheriff's office maintains the jail roster and all booking records. Both the police department and sheriff's office create arrest records that Knoxville residents can access.
| Police | Knoxville Police Department |
|---|---|
| Address | 800 Howard Baker Jr. Avenue Knoxville, TN 37915 |
| Phone | (865) 215-4010 |
| Sheriff | Knox County Sheriff's Office: (865) 215-2243 |
| Website | knoxvilletn.gov |
Note: The Knox County Sheriff's Office Records Division handles formal records requests. You need valid ID to get copies. Some records linked to open investigations may not be released until the case closes.
How to Search Knoxville Arrest Records
The Knox County Sheriff's Office publishes a 24 Hours In Custody listing on their website. This listing shows everyone booked into the Knox County jail in the past day. It includes the inmate's name, date of birth, IDN number, charges, bond type and amount, court dates, and division. The listing is updated regularly and serves as a fast way to check on recent Knoxville arrests.
You can also use the online inmate population search to find people currently held in the Knox County jail. Search by name or booking number. Results include mugshots for inmates currently in custody. Charge details and bond info are listed too. Visit sheriff.knoxcountytn.gov to access these Knoxville arrest record tools.
The Knoxville Police Department website is another resource for finding arrest records. The screenshot below shows the KPD website.
From the KPD site you can find contact details for the records division and links to file a public records request for Knoxville arrest data.
Knoxville City Court deals with municipal violations and minor criminal cases. The screenshot below shows the court's website.
City Court in Knoxville handles cases that start with a city arrest for things like traffic violations and local ordinance violations.
Knoxville Arrest Record Details
A typical Knoxville arrest record includes the person's full name, date of birth, and physical description. The record has a mugshot and fingerprints taken at booking. Charges are listed with the arresting agency and officer. The arrest date, time, and location are in the file along with bond information and court dates. Each booking gets a unique IDN number for tracking.
Knox County Criminal Court handles felony cases arising from Knoxville arrests. Sessions Court takes misdemeanor cases. Court records created after an arrest are available through the Knox County Criminal Court Clerk. You can view case dockets and look up case details through the clerk's office during normal business hours.
Tennessee Law and Knoxville Arrest Records
Under T.C.A. 10-7-503, arrest records in Knoxville are public records. Tennessee citizens with valid state ID can request copies. The standard fee is $0.15 per page. Agencies have seven business days to respond to requests. Active investigation records may be exempt from release until the case is done.
Expungement is available for some Knoxville arrest records under T.C.A. 40-32-101. If charges were dismissed or the person was found not guilty, they can petition to have the arrest record sealed. The process involves filing a petition in the court where the case was handled. Once expunged, the Knoxville arrest record no longer shows up in public searches.
Note: Copy fees at the Knox County Sheriff's Office may vary by record type. Cash, check, or money order are typically accepted. Call ahead to confirm fees before visiting for Knoxville arrest records.
Statewide Tools for Knoxville Arrests
The TORIS system from TBI covers Knoxville arrests reported to the state database. It costs $29 per search. The FOIL database covers felony offenders in state custody after a Knoxville arrest. VINELink provides free custody change alerts for inmates in Knox County and across Tennessee.
Knox County Arrest Records
Knoxville is the county seat of Knox County. All arrests within city limits are processed through the Knox County jail and court system. For full county-level details on search tools, fees, and resources, visit the Knox County arrest records page.
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