Search Lebanon Arrest Records
Lebanon arrest records are maintained by the Lebanon Police Department and the Wilson County Sheriff's Office. The city serves as the county seat of Wilson County with about 40,000 residents, located roughly 30 miles east of Nashville along Interstate 40. Arrest records from Lebanon are filed through both the city police and the county sheriff, and all bookings go through the Wilson County Jail. Under Tennessee law, these records are public and available to state residents who submit a proper request.
Lebanon Quick Facts
Where Lebanon Arrest Records Are Filed
The Lebanon Police Department handles most arrests within city limits. The department maintains arrest records at its records division. You can reach the Lebanon PD through the city website at lebanonpd.org to find information about requesting copies of reports and arrest data.
The Wilson County Sheriff's Office runs the county jail and processes all bookings for Lebanon arrests. The sheriff's office is at 105 E High St, Lebanon, TN 37087, and the phone number is 615-444-1412. The Wilson County Jail is a medium to maximum security facility with a capacity of 462 inmates. It was built in 1992 and has three buildings. After a Lebanon arrest, inmates are booked into this jail.
| Police | Lebanon Police Department |
|---|---|
| Records | lebanonpd.org/Records |
| County Sheriff | Wilson County Sheriff's Office |
| Sheriff Address | 105 E High St Lebanon, TN 37087 |
| Sheriff Phone | 615-444-1412 |
| Sheriff Website | wcsotn.org |
The Wilson County Sheriff also provides an iSOM inmate search tool that lets you look up current inmates by name. This is useful for finding people who were recently arrested in Lebanon and booked into the county jail. The tool shows charges, bond amounts, and booking dates.
How to Search Lebanon Arrest Records
The Lebanon Police Department has a records division that handles public records requests. You can visit in person or submit a request through the department. Under the Tennessee Public Records Act at T.C.A. 10-7-503, you need proof of Tennessee residency to access public records. A valid state ID works for this.
The screenshot below shows the Lebanon Police Department records page where you can find information about requesting arrest records and police reports.
This page provides details about what types of records are available and how to submit your request to the Lebanon PD.
The Wilson County Sheriff's Office is another way to search for Lebanon arrest records. The iSOM system lets you look up inmates currently held at the county jail. For older booking records, you can contact the sheriff's records division by phone or in person at the courthouse. Written requests should include the person's full name and approximate date of arrest to help staff find the right file.
Wilson County General Sessions Court handles misdemeanor cases from Lebanon arrests. Criminal Court takes felony cases. Both courts keep records that connect back to the original arrest. You can visit the court clerk's office during business hours to view case files. The Tennessee Courts website has a directory of court clerks if you need contact details.
Lebanon Arrest Record Contents
A Lebanon arrest record contains the person's full name, date of birth, and a physical description. A mugshot and fingerprints are taken during booking at the Wilson County Jail. The file lists all charges, the arresting officer's name, and the time and place of the arrest. Bond information, court dates, and a booking number are all part of the record.
If the arrest resulted from a warrant, the warrant number is in the file. Drug-related arrests may have test results attached. Each booking gets a unique number that you can use when following up on the case. The Wilson County jail keeps these records for years, with felony records stored on a permanent basis.
Tennessee Law and Lebanon Arrest Records
Standard copy fees apply to Lebanon arrest records. Black and white copies cost $0.15 per page. If the work takes more than one hour of staff time, extra time is billed at the worker's hourly rate. Agencies have seven business days to respond to your request. If they need more time, they must let you know.
Active investigation files are exempt from public access until the case closes. Juvenile records are sealed. Social Security numbers, financial data, and driver's license numbers are always removed from copies before release. These exemptions are listed in T.C.A. 10-7-504 and apply to all Lebanon and Wilson County records.
Expungement is available for some Lebanon arrest records under T.C.A. 40-32-101. Dismissed charges and not-guilty verdicts are eligible. The Clean Slate Act of 2022 expanded options for certain non-violent misdemeanors and Class E felonies. The petition is filed in the Wilson County court where the case was handled.
Statewide Resources for Lebanon Arrests
TBI's TORIS runs statewide criminal history searches for $29 per name. It covers arrests reported by Lebanon and Wilson County agencies. The FOIL database tracks felony offenders who were sentenced to state prison. It is free and open to the public.
VINELink provides free custody change alerts for inmates at any Tennessee facility, including Wilson County. You can register to get notified by phone, email, or text when an inmate's status changes. This is helpful for tracking people arrested in Lebanon who are being held at the county jail.
Wilson County Arrest Records
Lebanon is the county seat of Wilson County. All arrests in the city are processed through the Wilson County jail and courts. For more on county resources, search tools, and fees, visit the Wilson County arrest records page.
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