Knox County 24 Hour Arrest Record – Search Recent Arrests & Inmates

Knox County, Tennessee · Arrests entered during the previous 24 hours

Check Who Entered Knox County Custody in the Last 24 Hours

Use the official 24-hour list for recent booking activity. Verify the person, decode the document and bond fields, then continue to the current inmate list and criminal court record. This guide also explains bail, pretrial release, reports, warrants, video visits, inmate mail, calls, deposits, lawyers, victim assistance, record corrections and Tennessee expungement.
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Arrest does not mean conviction. The 24-hour list records custody and legal-document information. Charges may be changed, dismissed or never result in a conviction. Never identify a person from a similar name or photograph alone.
Recent activityUse 24 Hours In Custody.
Still in jailUse Inmate Population.
List questionsCall 865-281-6700.
Bond reviewCheck every charge and hold.
Official reviewProcedures checked July 14, 2026.
Use the correct list

Which Knox County record answers your question?

24 HOURS IN CUSTODY Who was recently entered?Shows bookings or served custody documents entered during the previous 24 hours. Best for a new arrest, warrant service, rebook or recent hold.
INMATE POPULATION Is the person held now?Use the broader current-inmate page after the recent 24-hour window has passed. Best for current custody, inmate ID and facility-service planning.
COURT RECORD What happened to the charge?Follow the case through charging, bond review, hearings, plea, trial and disposition. Best for filed charges, court dates and the final outcome.
Reliable sequence: Check the 24-hour list → save the IDN and document details → confirm current custody → verify every bond and hold → follow the court case.

Go directly to the task

Micro-step search

How to search the official Knox County 24 Hour Arrest List

Open the official 24 Hours In Custody page Use the Sheriff-operated list rather than an unofficial mugshot or people-search website. Open the official 24-hour list
Review the complete 24-hour window A person may appear under the time the warrant, order or booking document was served rather than the time of the alleged incident.
Find the possible name Check the full spelling, middle name or initial and any suffix.
Verify the date of birth Do not rely on a name-only match.
Save the IDN number The IDN is the strongest Knox County jail-system reference for calls, mail, visits and accounts.
Read the document type Determine whether the entry involves a warrant, rebook, attachment, probation allegation, hold or other document.
Read every charge separately One person can have several charges or custody documents with different bond and court entries.
Record bond type and amount Do not assume a displayed amount controls every charge or hold.
Save the court information Record the court date, division, event and court role exactly as displayed.
Check current custody The 24-hour list does not prove that the person remains incarcerated. Open the current Inmate Population page
The Sheriff warns that the online data should not be relied upon as the sole basis for legal action. Confirm time-sensitive custody, bond and court information with the responsible office.
24-hour list vs current custody

Use the right search for the right time window

24 Hours In Custody

  • Focuses on documents entered during the previous 24 hours.
  • Useful immediately after an arrest or warrant service.
  • Can include rebooks, attachments and holds.
  • Does not show every person presently incarcerated.
  • A listed person may already have been released or transferred.
Search the recent list

Inmate Population

  • Used for the broader current-custody population.
  • Better after more than 24 hours have passed.
  • Useful before sending mail, money or scheduling a visit.
  • Custody can still change after the page refreshes.
  • Call Inmate Services when the status is unclear.
Search current inmates
Inmate Services: 865-281-6700
Result-field decoder

What the Knox County 24-hour arrest fields mean

Fields displayed in the official recent-custody list
Field What it identifies What it does not prove Next action
Name The name entered in the custody record. Identity from the name alone. Compare DOB, IDN and booking details.
DOB The date of birth attached to the record. That every other matching field is accurate. Use it with the IDN and case information.
IDN The person’s Knox County correctional identifier. A conviction or final case result. Use it for inmate-service transactions.
Document Type The warrant, order, rebook or other document connected to custody. The underlying facts or final outcome. Read the charge and court case.
Booked/Served When the listed document was booked or served. When the alleged conduct occurred. Compare it with the arrest and case timeline.
Charge The alleged offense or legal reason entered with the document. Guilt or the final filed charge. Verify the charging document and disposition.
Bond Type The current release-entry category for that line. That release is available on every charge. Confirm all documents and holds.
Bond Amount The amount currently entered for that charge or document. That payment guarantees immediate release. Call the jail or court before paying.
Court Date The currently scheduled court date. That the date cannot change. Confirm with the court.
Division The court division connected to the event. The final court handling after transfer or indictment. Use the division when locating the case.
Court Event The scheduled hearing or proceeding. The result of that event. Read the later docket entry.
Court Role The person’s role in the listed court matter. The outcome of the proceeding. Match the defendant and case number.

Common document types

WarrantA warrant was booked or served. Check the issuing court, charge, bond and later warrant status.
RebookA correctional or court document caused a rebooking entry. It does not always mean a completely new physical arrest.
AttachmentA court-issued custody document is involved. Read the related court case to learn why it was issued.
VOPUsually identifies an alleged violation of probation. A revocation hearing determines the result.
Conditional Release OrderA court order describes release conditions. Confirm that processing is complete before expecting release.
Twelve-Hour HoldA temporary statutory hold affects immediate release. Ask the jail which charge or law controls it.
Agency HoldAnother Tennessee law-enforcement agency may control transfer or release.
Immigration DetainerA federal immigration custody issue may remain even when local charges are otherwise releasable.
Other OrderUse the document name, court event and case record to determine its exact purpose.

Common bond-status entries

Always confirm the current bond order before payment
Entry Practical reading What to verify
Appearance An appearance-bond entry is attached to the document. Security, conditions and whether other holds remain.
Cash Cash payment may be required for the listed amount. Accepted location, exact amount and every other charge.
Denied Release on bond is not presently approved for that entry. Next hearing and whether another order later changes it.
To Be Set The court has not entered the final bond amount. Bond-hearing date and court division.
Pending The release decision or system update remains incomplete. Current status with Inmate Services or court.
None No amount is displayed for that line. Whether no bond applies, no amount is required or another document controls release.
Identity check

Verify the person before relying on the record

First and last names match
Middle name, initial or suffix is consistent
Date of birth matches
IDN matches another Knox record
Booked or served date matches the event
Charge matches the known case
Court division and event are consistent
Current-inmate result belongs to the same IDN
Minimum standard: Confirm at least two independent identifiers. A matching name alone is not enough for publication, employment contact, payment or legal conclusions.
Troubleshooting

No Knox County 24-hour result found?

Intake is still processing Identification, medical screening and document entry can delay online publication.
The 24-hour window passed Search the current Inmate Population page.
The person was released A person may leave custody before you review the recent list.
The name is different Check middle names, initials, suffixes, former names and spelling differences.
Another agency holds the person Check Knoxville Police, another county, state custody or federal custody.
A citation was issued Not every criminal charge results in county-jail booking.
The record is restricted Juvenile, sealed, expunged or otherwise confidential records may be unavailable.
The system is refreshing Recheck later and call Inmate Services when the issue remains urgent.
Missing-record call script
I am trying to confirm the custody status of [full legal name], date of birth [date]. The arrest or warrant service may have occurred on [date]. Can you confirm whether the person is being processed, currently held, released, transferred or listed under another name or IDN?
Arrest-to-court path

What happens after a Knox County arrest?

Arrest or document service Law enforcement arrests the person or serves a warrant, attachment, probation document or hold.
Booking and IDN confirmation Corrections records identity, fingerprints, property, charges, documents and custody information.
24-hour list entry The recent-custody page displays the entered booking or served document.
Pretrial assessment Knox County Pre-Trial Release assesses background, community ties and risk information for the court.
Bond or detention decision The court decides release, bond, conditions, supervision or continued detention.
Charging and preliminary proceedings The prosecutor reviews the allegations. Misdemeanor cases and felony preliminary matters may begin in General Sessions.
Grand jury or criminal court A felony matter may proceed by indictment to Criminal Court.
Disposition The case may end through dismissal, nolle prosequi, diversion, plea, acquittal, conviction or another order.
Correction or record relief Incorrect disposition information can be updated. Eligible records may later qualify for expungement.
Sheriff and police records

Request the arrest report or probable-cause narrative

The jail list provides custody fields, not the complete incident narrative. Request the report from the law-enforcement agency that created it.
Identify the arresting agency Determine whether the arrest involved KCSO, Knoxville Police or another department.
Identify the exact document Ask for the incident report, arrest report, probable-cause affidavit, warrant return, supplement or property record.
Provide identifiers Include the full name, DOB, IDN, arrest date, location, charge and case or warrant number.
Use the correct records office A Knoxville Police report must be requested from KPD, not automatically from the Sheriff.
Ask for electronic delivery Request searchable electronic records when available.
Set a cost ceiling Ask for written approval before costs exceed a stated amount.
Request an explanation for withheld material Ask the custodian to identify the reason for any denial or redaction.
KCSO RecordsPhone: 865-215-2205 Use for Sheriff-maintained reports and records.
Knoxville Police DepartmentPhone: 865-215-7000 Use when a Knoxville police officer created the report.
Copy-ready records request
I request an electronic copy of the releasable incident report, arrest report, probable-cause affidavit, warrant return and releasable supplements concerning [full legal name], date of birth [date], for the event on [date] at [location]. Known identifiers are IDN [number], warrant or case number [number] and charge [charge]. Please provide a cost estimate before processing if the total will exceed $[amount].
Court outcome

Follow the arrest into the Knox County court system

Copy the court fields from the arrest list Save the court date, division, event and role exactly as displayed.
Open the official Knox County government site Use the Courts or Criminal Court Clerk section to locate the appropriate case-search service. Open Knox County government
Search by case number when available A case number reduces same-name mistakes.
Confirm the correct defendant Compare the name, DOB, charge, filing date and court division.
Find the charging document Determine what the prosecutor formally filed rather than relying only on the jail charge.
Review bond orders Later judicial orders can replace the amount shown on the 24-hour list.
Follow every hearing chronologically Check arraignment, preliminary hearing, bond hearing, revocation, report-back and trial settings.
Find the final disposition Look for dismissal, nolle prosequi, diversion, plea, verdict, judgment or sentence.
Obtain certified proof when required Contact the responsible court clerk for a certified judgment or disposition.

Common court-event labels

Bond HearingThe court considers release, the amount and conditions.
ArraignmentThe defendant is formally addressed concerning the charge and plea process.
Preliminary HearingThe court considers whether sufficient cause exists for a felony matter to continue.
RevocationThe court considers an alleged violation of probation or release conditions.
Report BackThe case returns for a scheduled status or compliance review.
Other EventUse the full docket to learn the purpose and result.
Warrant safety

How to investigate a Knox County warrant entry

Do not treat the 24-hour list as a complete warrant database It shows recently entered or served custody documents, not every outstanding warrant.
Record the exact document and charge Save the person’s IDN, court division, event and bond information.
Contact Criminal Warrants Use the official unit for current warrant-status questions. Call Criminal Warrants: 865-215-2442
Check the court case The docket may show issuance, service, recall, appearance or later court action.
Use a lawyer when the warrant concerns you Counsel can explain appearance, surrender, bond and hearing options.
Never confront or attempt to detain anyone. A similar name, recalled warrant or delayed update can create a dangerous mistake.
Bail and pretrial release

Confirm every bond, hold and release condition

Knox County Pre-Trial Release assesses arrested individuals and supplies background, community-tie and risk information to the court. The court—not the assessment staff—decides detention and release.
Match the person and IDN Verify the full name, DOB and IDN before discussing payment.
Separate every charge and document Write down the bond type and amount for each line.
Identify holds Ask whether another court, Tennessee agency, probation office, federal authority or immigration agency controls release.
Confirm the most recent court order The online bond field may change after a bond hearing.
Ask whether pretrial supervision applies Conditions can include reporting, monitoring, substance testing or other court-ordered controls.
Confirm the authorized payment process Ask where payment must be made and which forms are accepted.
Review private surety terms Get the premium, collateral, forfeiture and collateral-return terms in writing.
Keep proof Save receipts, transaction numbers, agreements and contact names.
Allow time for release processing Payment does not bypass court confirmation, hold checks, paperwork or property return.
Pre-Trial ReleasePhone: 865-215-2520 Assessment and court-ordered supervision questions.
Inmate ServicesPhone: 865-281-6700 Current custody and correctional-processing questions.
Bond-verification call script
I am calling about IDN [number] for [full legal name]. Please confirm every active charge and custody document, the current bond type and amount for each entry, every outside hold, payment instructions and whether pretrial supervision or another court order affects release.

Electronic monitoring may include

GPS location monitoring
Victim-notification technology
Alcohol-monitoring equipment
Remote breath testing
Court-ordered reporting
Different supervision levels based on the order
Defense help

How to obtain a criminal-defense lawyer

Court-appointed counsel

  1. Ask the judge for counsel at the first appearance.
  2. Complete the required financial eligibility information.
  3. Disclose income, assets, debts and expenses accurately.
  4. Follow the court’s appointment instructions.
  5. Do not discuss case strategy on ordinary jail calls.

Private counsel

  1. Search for a Tennessee-licensed criminal-defense lawyer.
  2. Verify active professional status.
  3. Ask who will personally appear in court.
  4. Request the fee agreement in writing.
  5. Confirm whether bond, trial and post-trial work are included.
Recorded communication warning: Ordinary inmate telephone calls and electronic messages may be monitored or recorded. Use the facility’s attorney-access procedure for confidential legal communication.
Victim assistance

How to obtain a victim advocate or crisis assistance

Identify the criminal case Save the defendant name, court division, date and case number.
Contact the prosecuting office Ask for the victim-witness advocate handling the case.
Request court notifications Ask about bond hearings, release, plea proceedings, trial and sentencing.
Discuss immediate safety Contact law enforcement for an emergency and ask about available safety-planning resources.
Contact KCSO Family Crisis Use the published Family Crisis numbers for local assistance and routing.
Keep contact details current Notify the advocate if your telephone number, email or address changes.
KCSO Family Crisis865-215-6820 865-215-6824
EmergencyCall 911 Use for an immediate threat or emergency.
A victim advocate can explain notifications, safety resources, restitution and participation. The advocate is not the defendant’s lawyer and does not replace independent legal advice.
Adult jail visitation

Schedule a Knox County video visit

No adult in-person visits: Knox County’s adult correctional facilities use video visitation. Each inmate is allowed two scheduled visits per week, subject to eligibility and operating restrictions.
Confirm current custody and IDN Search the Inmate Population page before creating an account. Confirm current custody
Create a CorrectPay account Use the provider linked by Knox County Corrections. Open CorrectPay
Add the correct inmate Select the correct jurisdiction and match the full name and IDN.
Select onsite or offsite video Onsite visits use public kiosks. Offsite visits use a compatible personal device.
Choose an available date and time Availability depends on housing, work schedules and facility operations.
Review the displayed cost Confirm all current provider charges before completing the reservation.
Save the confirmation A requested appointment is not complete until the provider confirms it.
Test the device Check the camera, microphone, speakers, lighting and internet connection.
Join early Sign in before the scheduled start time and remain available.
Follow conduct rules Video communication may be monitored and terminated for misuse.

Published visitation hours

Availability may change because of housing or facility operations
Visit type Monday–Friday Saturday–Sunday morning Saturday–Sunday afternoon/evening
Onsite video 4:30 p.m.–6:00 p.m. after workers return 8:00 a.m.–1:30 p.m. 3:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.
Offsite video 4:30 p.m.–9:00 p.m. after workers return 8:00 a.m.–1:30 p.m. 3:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m.
Onsite Video Visitation Center 5109 Maloneyville Road Knoxville, TN
Video-visit rules

Avoid a failed, cancelled or unusable visit

Before scheduling
  • Confirm current custody.
  • Use the correct IDN.
  • Check the weekly visit allowance.
  • Review current provider pricing.
Technology
  • Test the webcam.
  • Check lighting and sound.
  • Use a stable internet connection.
  • Keep the device still.
Communication
  • Speak in a normal voice.
  • Avoid background conversations.
  • Do not record or rebroadcast.
  • Follow staff and provider instructions.
Privacy
  • Use a quiet location.
  • Keep unapproved people off camera.
  • Do not display prohibited material.
  • Assume the visit is monitored.
Missed visit
  • A missed scheduled visit is not refunded.
  • Join before the scheduled start.
  • Save confirmation and payment records.
  • Report a provider problem promptly.
Unscheduled calls
  • An inmate may initiate a video-out call.
  • The cost is taken from the inmate’s account.
  • Availability depends on facility rules.
  • It does not replace a scheduled visit.
Inmate mail

Address Knox County inmate mail correctly

Published inmate-mail format Inmate’s Full Name — Include IDN Unit Number and Pod Assignment Roger D. Wilson Detention Facility 5001 Maloneyville Road Knoxville, TN 37918
Confirm current custody Check that the person remains in Knox County custody.
Use the complete legal name and IDN The IDN helps Corrections route the mail to the correct person.
Confirm unit and pod Housing can change, so verify current instructions before mailing.
Use the Roger D. Wilson address Follow the published format exactly.
Keep personal correspondence separate from money orders Letters enclosed with mailed money orders or cashier’s checks are not delivered to the inmate.
Use the attorney-mail process for legal correspondence Do not assume ordinary personal mail is confidential.
Confirm current limits for photographs, publications, greeting cards and other enclosures on the Corrections page before mailing them.
Deposits, calls and accounts

Add funds and telephone time without using the wrong account

Lobby ATMATMs are available in the Roger D. Wilson lobby, Knox County Jail lobby and onsite visitation center.
Online depositUse CorrectPay for approved online funding and account services.
Telephone timeKnox County directs telephone-time users to ICSolutions. Confirm the current provider before funding.

Published deposit surcharges

Check the final displayed total before completing a transaction
Method Published surcharge Important step
Cash at facility ATM $3.45 Verify the inmate’s name and IDN before depositing.
Credit card at facility ATM 5% plus $3.45 Review the full transaction total before approval.
CorrectPay online Displayed during checkout Select the correct account and inmate.
Money order or cashier’s check Issuer-dependent Mail using the exact payee and inmate instructions.

Mailing a money order or cashier’s check

Use a money order or cashier’s check Do not mail cash.
Make it payable correctly Use “Roger D. Wilson Detention Facility” in care of the inmate’s full name and IDN.
Mail it to the detention facility Use 5001 Maloneyville Road, Knoxville, TN 37918.
Do not enclose a personal letter Correspondence included with the payment will not be delivered to the inmate.
Keep proof Retain the receipt, serial number and copy of the payment instrument.
Scam warning: Do not use gift cards, cryptocurrency or an unverified payment link. Confirm the inmate’s IDN and provider through Knox County Corrections.
Emergency calls and property

Handle a family emergency, property release or release funds

Verified family emergencyCall the facility and explain the emergency. If staff verifies it, a call may be permitted.
Personal propertyNew property is not accepted without prior approval from a commander or designee.
Property releaseAn inmate may release personal property 24 hours a day using the required Property Transfer Receipt.
Money releaseMoney may be released only during normal business hours, Monday through Friday.
Release balanceA released inmate normally receives the account balance through a debit card.
Unclaimed balanceFunds not claimed after one year may be transferred under unclaimed-property procedures.
Roger D. Wilson Detention Facility865-281-6700
Knox County Jail865-342-9620
Tennessee statewide history

When the Knox County 24-hour list is not enough

TBI Tennessee criminal history

  • Covers Tennessee adult criminal-history information.
  • Current public-search charge: $29.
  • Fingerprints are not required for the public name-based search.
  • An accurate name and demographic information are essential.
  • A valid email address is required for the online process.

FBI identity-history check

  • Used for a nationwide FBI identity-history record.
  • Current Tennessee contractor process lists a $50 charge.
  • Fingerprints are required.
  • Use the approved fingerprint-contractor process.
  • This is different from the public Tennessee name search.
A Knox County booking search is county-specific. It is not a complete Tennessee or nationwide criminal-history check.
Record correction

Correct a missing or inaccurate Tennessee disposition

Identify the exact error Determine whether the problem involves identity, charge, court result or missing disposition.
Obtain the court judgment or disposition Request a certified copy from the court that handled the case.
Compare the source systems Review the arrest record, court record and TBI history.
Correct the source record first A jail, law-enforcement or court error may need correction before TBI can update its system.
Submit the disposition to TBI Email the judgment or disposition to the official TBI disposition unit or use its published fax.
Recheck other databases A government correction may not automatically update a private background-check company.
TBI disposition updates Email: TBI.Dispos@tbi.tn.gov Fax: 615-744-4672
A disposition records the final court determination, such as guilty, not guilty, dismissed or diversion.
Diversion and expungement

How to seek Tennessee record expungement

Expungement is not automatic merely because a charge was dismissed or diversion was completed. The person must complete the required court process and obtain an expungement order.

Possible no-conviction grounds

  • Dismissed charge.
  • Nolle prosequi.
  • No true bill.
  • Not-guilty verdict.
  • Conviction reversed.
  • Successful eligible diversion.

Diversion types

  • Pretrial diversion under applicable Tennessee law.
  • Judicial diversion after a plea or finding with sentence withheld.
  • All conditions must be completed successfully.
  • The person must return to court to request expungement.
  • Not every offense is expungeable.
Obtain the final court disposition Confirm whether the case ended by dismissal, acquittal, diversion, plea or conviction.
Review legal eligibility Offense type, criminal history and prior relief can affect eligibility.
Start with the Knox County court File through the court in the county where the arrest or case occurred.
Complete the required petition or clerk packet Use the current court forms and provide the case number and disposition.
Pay any applicable clerk charge Dismissed, nolle prosequi, no-true-bill and not-guilty cases should be expunged without a defendant charge, while diversion or conviction-based relief may involve fees.
Obtain the signed order Eligibility alone does not remove the record.
Keep a certified copy Save it permanently in case a government or private database still displays stale information.
Verify agency processing The court sends the order to the arresting agency, jail, TBI and other listed agencies.
Address private-company records separately Private background providers may require a copy of the order and a separate dispute.
TBI Diversion and Expungement Unit Phone: 615-744-4617 Diversion email: TBI.Diversions@tbi.tn.gov Expungement email: TBI.Expungement@tbi.tn.gov
Contacts and facilities

Knox County custody and arrest-record contacts

Roger D. Wilson Detention Facility
5001 Maloneyville Road Knoxville, TN 37918
865-281-6700
Knox County Jail
400 W. Main Street Knoxville, TN 37902
865-342-9620
KCSO Main Office865-215-2243
KCSO Records865-215-2205
Criminal Warrants865-215-2442
Pre-Trial Release865-215-2520
Knoxville Police865-215-7000
Emergency911

Roger D. Wilson Detention Facility map

Confirm before traveling: Verify current custody, the correct facility, public-access rules, identification and service hours.
Title-related questions

Knox County 24-hour arrest-record FAQs

What does the Knox County 24 Hour Arrest List show?It shows recent Knox County custody entries from the previous 24 hours, including identifying, document, charge, bond and court-event information.
How do I search the official list?Open the Sheriff’s 24 Hours In Custody page, locate the possible name and verify DOB, IDN, document type, booked or served date, charge and court information.
What is the difference between the recent list and Inmate Population?The recent list focuses on entries made during the previous 24 hours. Inmate Population is the better search for broader current custody.
Does the 24-hour list show every current inmate?No. A person booked more than 24 hours earlier may appear only in the current Inmate Population search.
Why is a recent arrest missing?Booking may still be processing, the name may differ, the person may be held elsewhere or the record may be restricted.
What does document type mean?It identifies the custody document, such as a warrant, rebook, attachment, probation violation or agency hold.
What does bond type mean?It describes the current release entry for that particular charge or document. Every other charge and hold must still be checked.
Can the bond amount change?Yes. A judge can change bond or release conditions after a hearing, and another hold can still prevent release.
How do I find the final court outcome?Use the court date, division and event from the arrest result to locate the Knox County criminal court case and final disposition.
Who answers questions about the list?Call Knox County Inmate Services at 865-281-6700.
Does an arrest entry prove guilt?No. It documents custody processing and does not prove conviction or the final result.

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