Moore County Arrest Records
Moore County arrest records are kept by the Sheriff's Office in Lynchburg, Tennessee. Moore County is one of the smallest counties in Tennessee, covering just 130 square miles with a population of about 6,500. The county had one of the lowest violent crime rates in the state at just 5 reported incidents in 2018. Arrest records in Moore County include booking data, charges, bond amounts, and court dates for people processed through the county jail. Sheriff Tyler Hatfield oversees all law enforcement and jail operations in the county.
Moore County Quick Facts
Moore County Sheriff's Office Arrest Records
The Moore County Sheriff's Office is at 58 Elm Street S in Lynchburg. Phone: (931) 759-7323. The office handles patrol, investigations, and jail operations for the entire county. The Moore County Jail is at the same address and houses inmates from minimum to maximum security levels. When someone is arrested in Moore County, the booking record captures their name, charges, bond, and arresting officer information. These records are public under T.C.A. § 10-7-503.
Because Moore County is small, the volume of arrest records is much lower than in larger counties. This can make it easier to find specific records. The Sheriff's Office staff can search by name and pull records quickly. Visit the office in Lynchburg with your Tennessee ID to inspect or request copies of arrest records. Copy fees are $0.15 per page under the Tennessee Public Records Act.
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Moore County Sheriff's Office 58 Elm Street S Lynchburg, TN 37352 Phone: (931) 759-7323 |
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How to Search Moore County Arrest Records
Online options for Moore County arrest records are limited due to the county's small size. The Tennessee Jail Roster site is one of the few online sources that lists Moore County inmate information.
The Tennessee Jail Roster carries current Moore County inmate data with charges and booking dates.
This roster shows who is currently in the Moore County Jail along with their charges.
For in-person searches, the Sheriff's Office at 58 Elm Street S in Lynchburg is your best option. Staff can look up arrest records by name. Bring your Tennessee ID. The office is small, so you may want to call ahead at (931) 759-7323 to check hours and make sure someone is available to help with your records request.
The TBI TORIS system at tbibackgrounds.tbi.tn.gov runs statewide background checks for $29 that include Moore County. VINELink at vinelink.vineapps.com is free and shows custody status for Moore County inmates. The TDOC FOIL system at foil.app.tn.gov covers felony offenders who went to state prison from Moore County.
Note: Moore County's low crime rate means fewer arrest records overall. Specific records may be easier to locate than in larger counties.
Moore County Court and Criminal Records
Criminal cases in Moore County go through General Sessions Court for misdemeanors and Circuit Court for felonies. Both courts are in Lynchburg at the courthouse. Court records add detail to the initial arrest record by showing the full case history from charges to disposition. The clerk of court maintains these files. Visit the clerk's office to search by name or case number.
The Tennessee courts website at tncourts.gov has a clerk directory and forms for Moore County. Court records are public under state law with exceptions for sealed and juvenile cases. For expungement, file a petition under T.C.A. § 40-32-101 at the court that handled your case. Dismissed charges and certain qualifying convictions may be eligible.
Public Records Access in Moore County
Public records requests in Moore County go to the county government office. The coordinator is at Moore County Government, 196 Main Street #404, Lynchburg, TN 37352. Phone: (931) 759-7208. Requests can be made in person or by mail. You must be a Tennessee resident. The coordinator has seven business days to respond under T.C.A. § 10-7-503.
Exempt records under T.C.A. § 10-7-504 include active investigation files, juvenile records, and personal identifiers like Social Security numbers. The Sheriff's Office redacts exempt details before releasing records. Inspection of records is free. Copies cost $0.15 per page for standard black and white documents.
Cities in Moore County
Moore County includes Lynchburg and a few very small communities. All arrest records go through the Sheriff's Office.
Nearby Counties
These counties border Moore County. Verify the arrest location before searching records.