Shelby County in Tennessee operates 4 jail facilities to serve the local criminal justice system. Below you will find detailed information about each facility, including addresses, contact numbers, and visiting hours.
Shelby County Jail (201 Poplar) (Main Jail)
The Shelby County Jail (201 Poplar) is one of the jail facilities serving Shelby County, Tennessee.
This main jail has a capacity of approximately 2,800 inmates.
Contact Information
The facility is located at 201 Poplar Avenue, Memphis, TN 38103.
For general inquiries or to verify inmate information, you can contact the jail directly at (901) 222-4700.
Additional information and online services may be available through their official website.
Visiting Hours & Visitation Policy
Visiting hours at Shelby County Jail (201 Poplar) are available during weekdays from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM and weekends from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM.
Important: Video visitation only; must be scheduled 24 hours in advance via GTL/GettingOut.
Jail East (Women's Facility) (Women's Facility)
The Jail East (Women's Facility) is one of the jail facilities serving Shelby County, Tennessee.
This women's facility has a capacity of approximately 400 inmates.
Contact Information
The facility is located at 6201 Haley Road, Memphis, TN 38134.
For general inquiries or to verify inmate information, you can contact the jail directly at (901) 222-6600.
Additional information and online services may be available through their official website.
Visiting Hours & Visitation Policy
Visiting hours at Jail East (Women's Facility) are available during weekdays from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM and weekends from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM.
Important: Video visitation only; must be scheduled 24 hours in advance.
Shelby County Juvenile Detention Center (Juvenile Detention)
The Shelby County Juvenile Detention Center is one of the jail facilities serving Shelby County, Tennessee.
This juvenile detention has a capacity of approximately 130 inmates.
Contact Information
The facility is located at 616 Adams Avenue, Memphis, TN 38105.
For general inquiries or to verify inmate information, you can contact the jail directly at (901) 222-0700.
Additional information and online services may be available through their official website.
Visiting Hours & Visitation Policy
Visiting hours at Shelby County Juvenile Detention Center are available during weekdays from 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM and weekends from 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM.
Important: Visitation restricted to parents and legal guardians only.
Shelby County Division of Corrections (Penal Farm) (Detention Center)
The Shelby County Division of Corrections (Penal Farm) is one of the jail facilities serving Shelby County, Tennessee.
This detention center has a capacity of approximately 2,500 inmates.
Contact Information
The facility is located at 1045 Mullins Station Road, Memphis, TN 38134.
For general inquiries or to verify inmate information, you can contact the jail directly at (901) 222-8500.
Additional information and online services may be available through their official website.
Visiting Hours & Visitation Policy
Visiting hours are available during weekends from 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM.
Important: Visitation is conducted on Saturdays and Sundays based on the first letter of the inmate's last name.
Disclaimer: The information provided above is for reference purposes only and may be subject to change. We recommend contacting the facility directly to confirm current visiting hours, policies, and procedures before planning a visit. For the most accurate and up-to-date information about Shelby County jail operations, please refer to the official county or sheriff's department website.
