Cumberland County Arrest Records Search
Cumberland County arrest records are available through the Sheriff's Office at 90 Justice Center Dr in Crossville. This large county spans 685 square miles in central Tennessee with a population near 60,520. Sheriff Casey Cox leads the office, which runs four divisions covering patrol, criminal investigations, corrections, and administration. You can look up arrest records and current inmates through several online tools or by contacting the Sheriff's Office directly at 931-484-6176.
Cumberland County Quick Facts
Cumberland County Sheriff's Office
The Cumberland County Sheriff's Office is the primary keeper of arrest records in the county. Sheriff Casey Cox runs the department from 90 Justice Center Dr in Crossville. The office patrols more than 600 square miles, making it one of the larger patrol areas in the state. Deputies handle arrests, serve warrants, and transport prisoners to the Cumberland County Jail.
The corrections division manages the county jail and all booking records. When someone is arrested in Cumberland County, they are processed at the jail. A booking record is created with the person's name, charges, photo, and bond details. These records are public under Tennessee law. Call 931-484-6176 to ask about any arrest record kept by Cumberland County.
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Cumberland County Sheriff's Office 90 Justice Center Dr Crossville, TN 38555 Phone: 931-484-6176 |
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| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
Search Cumberland County Inmates Online
Cumberland County offers good online access to current inmate data. The Bluhorse inmate search system at inmates.bluhorse.com shows people currently held at the Cumberland County Jail. You can search by name and see charges, bond amounts, and booking dates. This is a free tool that does not require any account.
The jail roster is also on the Tennessee jail roster website at tennesseejailroster.com, which pulls current booking data for Cumberland County.
The 2018 violent crime rate for Cumberland County was 216 per 100,000 residents. That means the jail sees a steady flow of bookings. The online tools are updated often and give you the most current picture of who is in custody. For older arrest records that may not show up online, contact the Sheriff's Office directly.
Note: Online jail rosters show only current inmates or those recently booked. For historical arrest records in Cumberland County, submit a public records request.
Cumberland County Booking Reports
Every arrest in Cumberland County creates a booking report at the jail. The report captures the person's full name, date of birth, physical description, mugshot, charges, arresting agency, and bond information. The booking date and time are also part of the record. If someone is arrested by Crossville police or another local agency, the booking still happens at the Cumberland County Jail.
A Cumberland County arrest record typically includes:
- Name, date of birth, and physical description
- Mugshot taken at time of booking
- All charges listed at the time of arrest
- Bond amount and type
- Arresting officer and agency
- Court date if assigned
Under T.C.A. § 10-7-503, these booking reports are public records in Cumberland County. Anyone can ask for copies. The jail keeps these records even after an inmate is released, so you can request older booking data going back many years.
Request Cumberland County Public Records
Tennessee's Public Records Act makes arrest records from Cumberland County available to anyone who asks. You can submit a written request to the Cumberland County Government at 2 North Main St, Crossville, TN 38555 or call 931-484-6442. The county office is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. For arrest-specific records, you can also go straight to the Sheriff's Office.
The county has 7 business days to respond to public records requests. Many simple requests for arrest records are filled faster than that. There may be copy fees, but looking at records is usually free if you go in person. Include as much detail as you can in your request. A full name and approximate date of arrest will help staff find the record quickly.
Cumberland County Criminal Court Records
Cumberland County is part of Tennessee's 13th Judicial District. Criminal cases that come out of arrests here go through the General Sessions Court first. The judge reviews the charges and sets bond. Misdemeanors can be resolved at this level. Felony cases are bound over to the Circuit Court for indictment and trial.
The Circuit Court Clerk in Cumberland County keeps all criminal case files. These records tie back to the original arrest and include everything from the indictment to the final judgment. You can search for criminal case records online through tncourts.gov. Under T.C.A. § 40-6-203, all arrests must be documented, and Cumberland County follows this requirement for both felony and misdemeanor cases.
Warrants for arrest in Cumberland County are issued by local judges based on probable cause. Active warrants are served by the Sheriff's Office. If you think there might be a warrant out for someone in Cumberland County, contact the office at 931-484-6176 to ask.
Statewide Search Tools
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation keeps a statewide criminal history database that includes Cumberland County arrests. You can run a background check through the TBI's TORIS system at tbibackgrounds.tbi.tn.gov for a fee. This gives you a full report of any criminal record tied to a person's name across all Tennessee counties.
VINELink at vinelink.com is a free service that lets you check if someone is in custody at the Cumberland County Jail or any other Tennessee facility. You can sign up for email or phone alerts when a person's custody status changes. This tool is often used by crime victims who want to know when someone is released.
Note: The TBI background check covers arrests from all 95 Tennessee counties but may not include very recent Cumberland County bookings that have not yet been entered into the state system.
Legal Aid in Cumberland County
The Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee and the Cumberlands serves Cumberland County. They help people with low income who need legal representation in criminal cases. Visit las.org to see if you qualify for free help. The Tennessee Bar Association at (800) 899-6993 can refer you to a defense attorney who practices in Cumberland County.
If you are arrested in Cumberland County and cannot pay for a lawyer, the court will appoint one for you. This happens at your first court appearance. Self-help forms and legal guides are on the Tennessee courts site at tncourts.gov.
Cities in Cumberland County
Cumberland County includes Crossville, Fairfield Glade, Crab Orchard, Pleasant Hill, and several smaller communities. Crossville is the county seat. All arrests in the county are processed through the Cumberland County Jail in Crossville, regardless of which city or area the arrest took place in.
Nearby Counties
Cumberland County shares borders with several other Tennessee counties. Check the location of the arrest to make sure you search the right county's records.