Find Arrest Records in Perry County
Perry County arrest records are kept by the Sheriff's Office in Linden. With a population of just under 8,000, Perry County is one of Tennessee's smallest counties. It also has one of the lowest crime rates in the state at 23. Sheriff Nick Weems leads the department with Chief Bart Rosson. The jail at 582 Bethel Road is a minimum security facility with a capacity of 58 and 14 correctional officers on staff. Perry County uses the ISOMS portal for its online inmate search, giving the public a transparent way to look up bookings and charges.
Perry County Quick Facts
Perry County Sheriff's Office Arrest Data
The Perry County Sheriff's Office handles all arrest records and jail operations in the county. Sheriff Nick Weems runs the department with Chief Bart Rosson. The office is at 582 Bethel Road in Linden. Call 931-589-8803 for questions about arrests, inmates, or warrants.
The jail is a minimum security facility. It holds up to 58 inmates. Captain April Morgan oversees jail administration, with Sergeant Katherine Carter assisting. The facility has 14 correctional officers on staff. Given Perry County's low crime rate and small population, the jail rarely operates at capacity. Arrests here tend to be lower in volume than in most Tennessee counties.
Every arrest in Perry County goes through the booking process at this facility. The record includes the person's name, date of birth, charges, bond amount, booking date, and arresting agency. These records are public under Tennessee law, with the usual exemptions for active investigations and juvenile cases.
Commissary services at the Perry County jail are handled through Jail ATM. Family members can add funds to an inmate's account through the online portal or by using the kiosk at the jail. These funds cover commissary items and phone time.
| Agency |
Perry County Sheriff's Office 582 Bethel Road Linden, TN 37096 Phone: (931) 589-8803 |
|---|---|
| Sheriff | Nick Weems |
| Chief | Bart Rosson |
| Jail Admin | Captain April Morgan |
Search Perry County Arrest Records Online
Perry County uses the ISOMS (Integrated Software for Offender Management) portal for its online inmate search. This is the same system used by several other Tennessee counties. The portal shows current inmates, their charges, bond amounts, and booking details. It is free and open to the public.
The main jail portal is at isoms.perrycountysheriff.net/portal/Jail. From this page you can see the full current inmate roster. No login is needed. Just visit the page and browse the list.
Perry County also has a 72-hour intake and release view. This shows everyone booked into or released from the jail within the last three days. The 72-hour view is at isoms.perrycountysheriff.net/portal/Jail?hours=72. This is the quickest way to find out about a recent arrest.
The Tennessee Jail Roster site also carries Perry County data. You can find basic inmate listings at tennesseejailroster.com. This third-party site can serve as a backup.
The ISOMS portal is the best source. It updates directly from the jail system. Third-party sites may lag behind by several hours, which matters less in a low-volume county like Perry but is still worth knowing.
Perry County Public Records Requests
Under the Tennessee Public Records Act, TCA Section 10-7-503, residents can request copies of arrest records. You need a Tennessee ID. The county must respond within seven business days. Send your request to the Perry County Sheriff's Office at 582 Bethel Road, Linden, TN 37096.
Include names, dates, and case numbers if you have them. Standard copies cost $0.15 per page. Since Perry County is small, record requests may be handled faster than in larger counties. Staff can often pull records the same week if the request is straightforward.
TCA Section 10-7-504 lists records that are exempt from public access. These include active investigation files, juvenile records, and certain victim details. If you get a denial, request it in writing. You can appeal to the Office of Open Records Counsel.
State Resources for Perry County Arrests
The TBI runs TORIS, a statewide background check tool. A name-based search costs $29 and covers all Tennessee counties, including Perry. TORIS is based on fingerprint records. Run a search at the TORIS portal.
FOIL at foil.app.tn.gov is a free tool from the Tennessee Department of Correction. It shows felony offenders in state prison, on parole, or on probation. It does not show people held in the Perry County jail or charged with misdemeanors only.
VINELink at vinelink.com provides custody alerts for offenders across Tennessee. You can track someone in Perry County and get notified when they are released or transferred. The service is free and runs around the clock.
The Tennessee Courts website at tncourts.gov has forms and court information. Perry County is in the 21st Judicial District. Court records from this district link to arrest records and show case outcomes. If you need to know how an arrest ended up, check the court records.
Clearing Arrest Records in Perry County
Tennessee law allows certain records to be expunged. Under TCA Section 40-32-101, some misdemeanors and Class E felonies qualify. The Clean Slate Act of 2022 made more offenses eligible. All sentence requirements must be completed first, and there may be a waiting period.
File in the Perry County court where the case was heard. Forms are on the Tennessee Courts website. Processing takes about 6 to 12 weeks. A fee applies, though waivers are available. Once the expungement goes through, the record is sealed from public view in Perry County and statewide databases.
Cities in Perry County
Perry County includes Linden, Lobelville, and a handful of small communities. All arrests are processed at the Perry County jail. No cities in Perry County have a separate page based on population.
Nearby Counties
Perry County is surrounded by several middle Tennessee counties. Check which county handled the arrest before you search. Records stay where the booking took place.