Moore County Booking Releases

Moore County booking releases are managed by the Sheriff's Office in Lynchburg, Tennessee. As the least populated county in the state, Moore County has a small jail that processes a low volume of arrests each year. You can search for booking releases by contacting the Sheriff's Office or checking third-party jail roster sites that track Moore County data. Arrests made by the Moore County Sheriff and Lynchburg Police both go through the county jail for processing. Booking records here are public under Tennessee law and can be accessed by any state resident who files a proper request.

Moore County Sheriff's Office Booking Records

The Moore County Sheriff's Office is the main source for all booking releases in the county. Located in Lynchburg, this office runs the county jail and keeps records for every person booked into custody. When someone gets arrested in Moore County, they go through the intake process at the jail. Staff log their name, date of birth, charges, and bond amount. That data forms the booking release record.

Moore County is a small place. The county has around 6,400 people, which makes it the smallest county by population in all of Tennessee. Because of this, the jail sees fewer bookings than most other counties in the state. But the records are still public. Under T.C.A. § 10-7-503, any Tennessee citizen can inspect government records held by the Moore County Sheriff's Office during normal business hours. You do not need to give a reason. If you want copies, the standard fee is $0.15 per page for black and white and $0.50 per page for color.

The Sheriff's Office does not run an online booking portal. To get Moore County booking releases, you need to call or visit the office in person. Some third-party sites pull data from Moore County and post it online, but the official source is the Sheriff's Office in Lynchburg.

Finding Moore County Jail Roster Data

Moore County does not have its own jail search portal on the web. Several third-party sites track jail roster data from Moore County and post it for public viewing. The Tennessee Jail Roster site for Moore County is one source that compiles booking information from the county jail. You can check this site to see recent arrests and inmate data.

The image above shows the Tennessee Jail Roster page for Moore County. It lists basic jail details, sheriff contact info, and guidance on how to access booking records from the county.

Keep in mind that third-party sites may not update as fast as the official records at the Sheriff's Office. If you need the most current Moore County booking releases, call the jail. Staff can confirm whether someone is in custody and what charges they face. For older records, a written public records request is the best path. Send your request to the Moore County Sheriff's Office with the full name and date of birth of the person you are looking for.

Moore County Booking Release Requests

To request copies of booking releases from Moore County, you can file a public records request with the Sheriff's Office. Tennessee law gives the office seven business days to respond. You can submit your request by mail, by phone, or in person at the jail in Lynchburg.

When you make a request, include as much detail as you can. The full name of the person is required. A date of birth helps narrow the search. If you know the approximate date of the arrest, include that too. The Moore County Sheriff's Office will search their records and provide what they find. Basic inspection of records is free. Copies cost $0.15 per page. If a request is denied, you can appeal to the Tennessee Office of Open Records Counsel for help.

Note: Moore County requires proof of Tennessee citizenship for public records requests under the TPRA.

How Arrests Work in Moore County

When someone is arrested in Moore County, law enforcement takes them to the county jail for booking. The process starts with identification. Staff record the person's name, date of birth, height, weight, and other details. A mugshot is taken. Charges get entered along with bond amounts set by a judge or magistrate. All of this forms the booking release record for that person in Moore County.

Release from the Moore County Jail can happen in a few ways. The person might post bail or bond. A judge could release them on their own recognizance. Some people stay in jail until their court date. When someone is released, the record updates to show the date and time they left. Under T.C.A. § 40-32-101, people who have charges dismissed or who are found not guilty can petition to have their booking record expunged from public view. But most Moore County booking releases remain part of the permanent public record.

Legal Help in Moore County

If you need legal help related to a booking release in Moore County, there are a few options. The Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee and the Cumberlands serves Moore County residents who have low income. They can help with questions about arrest records, expungement, and public records access.

The Tennessee Bar Association also runs a lawyer referral line at (800) 899-6993. They can connect you with a criminal defense attorney in the Moore County area. For questions about your rights under the Tennessee Public Records Act, the Office of Open Records Counsel provides free guidance to citizens and government agencies. Moore County falls under the 17th Judicial District, which also covers Lincoln and Franklin counties. The circuit court clerk in Lynchburg handles court records that connect to booking releases in the county.

Moore County Court and Booking Records

Booking releases are just one piece of the picture. After someone is booked into the Moore County Jail, their case moves to the court system. The Moore County Circuit Court and General Sessions Court handle criminal cases that come from local arrests. You can look up court records through the Tennessee Courts portal to see what happened after the initial booking.

Court records show charges filed, plea deals, trial dates, and final outcomes. A booking release tells you someone was arrested. The court record tells you what came next. If you are trying to get a full picture of a case in Moore County, checking both sources is the smart move. The circuit court clerk's office in Lynchburg can help with court record searches. They keep files for all criminal cases handled in the 17th Judicial District within Moore County.

Cities in Moore County

Moore County includes the town of Lynchburg and a few smaller communities. All arrests made within the county go through the Moore County Jail for booking. Lynchburg is the county seat and the only incorporated town. There are no cities in Moore County that meet the population threshold for a dedicated page on this site, but all booking releases from the area are processed by the Moore County Sheriff's Office.

Nearby Counties

Moore County shares borders with several other Tennessee counties. If you are not sure where an arrest took place, check the surrounding counties. Each one has its own jail and booking system.

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