Search Houston County Arrest Records
Houston County arrest records are kept by the Sheriff's Office in Erin, Tennessee. Houston County is one of Tennessee's smallest counties, covering just 207 square miles in northwest Tennessee with a population of about 8,283. The 2018 violent crime rate was 48, reflecting low arrest volume. Arrest records in Houston County come from the Sheriff's Office and local law enforcement in Erin and Tennessee Ridge. Online access is limited, but third-party jail roster sites carry some booking data.
Houston County Quick Facts
Houston County Sheriff's Office Arrest Records
Sheriff Joey Chilcutt runs the Houston County Sheriff's Office at 3330 State Route 149, Erin, TN 37061. The phone number is 931-289-4611 and the jail phone is 931-289-4273. The office operates the county jail and processes all bookings for the area. Every arrest made in Houston County gets logged in the jail booking system.
Houston County does not have a public online inmate search system. For current jail information, call the jail directly. Staff can confirm if someone is in custody and provide basic booking details. For copies of arrest records and formal documents, visit the office in person with valid Tennessee identification. The small size of the county means staff generally have time to assist with record requests in Houston County.
The Tennessee Jail Roster at tennesseejailroster.com and Jail Exchange at jailexchange.com list some Houston County arrest records from public sources.
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Houston County Sheriff's Office 3330 State Route 149 Erin, TN 37061 Phone: 931-289-4611 |
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| Jail | Phone: 931-289-4273 |
How to Access Houston County Arrest Records
Check the online jail roster sites first for recent Houston County bookings. These show names, charges, and booking dates. For older records or copies of documents, contact the Sheriff's Office. You can also submit public records requests to Houston County Government at P.O. Box 388, Erin, TN 37061, or call 931-289-3141.
Tennessee Code Annotated 10-7-503 gives Tennessee residents the right to view public records. This includes most arrest records in Houston County. The agency must respond within seven business days. Standard copy fees are $0.15 per page. Active investigation files and juvenile records may be exempt under T.C.A. 10-7-504. Include the person's full name and any dates you know when making a request for Houston County arrest records.
Note: With a population under 9,000, Houston County processes far fewer arrest records than larger Tennessee counties.
Houston County Court Records
Criminal cases in Houston County go through General Sessions Court for misdemeanors and Circuit Court for felonies. The court clerk keeps records of all proceedings. These show charges, hearings, plea details, and sentencing. Court records add context to Houston County arrest records by showing how each case was resolved.
Visit the Houston County Courthouse in Erin for court records. The Tennessee Courts website at tncourts.gov has directories and general information about the court system. Most criminal court records are public in Houston County.
Expungement of Houston County Arrest Records
T.C.A. 40-32-101 governs expungement in Tennessee. If you were arrested in Houston County and not convicted, the arrest record can usually be expunged. Certain misdemeanor and Class E felony convictions also qualify after you meet all the requirements. File a petition in the Houston County court that handled your case.
The process takes 6 to 12 weeks. A filing fee is required, with waivers for eligible applicants. Forms are at tncourts.gov. The Clean Slate Act of 2022 expanded who qualifies for expungement in Tennessee.
Statewide Tools for Houston County
The TBI TORIS system at tbibackgrounds.tbi.tn.gov provides statewide criminal history for $29 per search. This may include Houston County arrests. The FOIL system at foil.app.tn.gov tracks felony offenders in state custody, and VINELink at vinelink.com offers free inmate status tracking and alerts.
These state databases complement local Houston County arrest record sources. They are especially useful when the local jail roster does not have the information you need.
Cities in Houston County
Houston County includes Erin and Tennessee Ridge. All arrests go through the Houston County Jail.
All arrests in Houston County are booked at the county jail.
Nearby Counties
Houston County borders several other Tennessee counties. Verify the correct jurisdiction before looking for arrest records.