Davidson County Offender Re-Entry Center

County Jail and Work Release

Last Updated: March 24, 2025
Address
5131 Harding Pl, Nashville, TN 37211
Beds
300
County
Davidson
Phone
615-880-1945
Email
info@nashville-sheriff.net
Mailing Address
PO Box 196383, Nashville, TN 37219-6383

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Davidson County Reentry is for County Jail and Work Release offenders have not been sentenced yet and are detained here until their case is heard.

All prisons and jails have Security or Custody levels depending on the inmate’s classification, sentence, and criminal history. Please review the rules and regulations for County Work Release facility.

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If you are unsure of your inmate's location, you can search and locate your inmate by typing in their last name, first name or first initial, and/or the offender ID number to get their accurate information immediately Registered Offenders

Satellite View of Davidson County Offender Re-Entry Center

You can support your loved ones at Davidson County Reentry on InmateAid, if you have any immediate questions contact the facility directly at 615-880-1945.

When someone you care about ends up in jail, figuring out how things work can be overwhelming. From sending mail to visiting, it's a lot to handle. And getting info about the arrest? Not always easy. That's where this webpage comes in. It's here to help you understand what's going on at Davidson County Offender Re-Entry Center so you can stay connected and support your loved one behind bars.

The Davidson County Reentry uniquely offers a work release program that enables inmates the option to work outside during the day, fostering responsibility and skills. This initiative aims to reduce recidivism and promote rehabilitation, enhancing community safety. Located at 5131 Harding Pl, Nashville, TN there is hope for all resident-inmates located here. The main facility is low security while the work release residents are minimum security.

The Educational/Work Release program, operated by the Nashville/Davidson County Sheriff’s Office from the Offender Re-Entry Center, offers inmates the opportunity to secure gainful employment or continue their educational or vocational training. This program is designed to enhance community protection by providing offenders with opportunities to change both themselves and the conditions that led to their incarceration. Participants can provide financial support to their dependents or save money for their release. The program also fosters personal responsibility and self-respect through self-support and personal achievements.

The Offender Re-Entry Center creates an environment that promotes positive social behavior through mentoring, employment, programs, and counseling. Inmates who demonstrate successful participation in the Work Release program may qualify for the Day Reporting program, allowing them to live at home and continue working in the community. This transition helps to reduce the jail population while ensuring continued rehabilitation.

The target population for the program includes adult offenders sentenced to at least 30 days and up to 18 months in the sheriff's custody, probation violators, DUI first offenders, and child support enforcement violators. To qualify for consideration, inmates must be in the custody of the Nashville/Davidson County Sheriff’s Office, be within one year of their projected release date (excluding any sentence reduction credits for felony convictions), meet all sentencing percentage requirements, and have no outstanding warrants, wants, holds, or pending charges. Additionally, they must have documented verifiable employment or be willing to seek employment within 30 days of approval, and have reliable transportation to and from the workplace, as inmates are not permitted to drive to or from the Offender Re-Entry Center. The screening process includes a review of the inmate’s criminal history, physical and mental health, substance abuse, employment, and educational history. Most inmates in the Work Release program are placed at a judge’s recommendation.

To apply, inmates or their representatives can contact Work Release Manager Tomika Hicks at (615) 880-3898 ext. 76343.

The Offender Re-Entry Center’s Outside Work Program provides labor to various agencies, including non-profits and Metro Government, offering services such as janitorial work, landscaping, minor maintenance, and roadside cleanup. Offenders also participate in special events like Earth Day setup and the Music City Marathon. This program contributes an average of 4,500 labor hours weekly to its clients. Participating agencies include the Metropolitan Fire Department, Metropolitan Police Department, City of Berry Hill, City of Lakewood, Public Library, General Services Motor Pool, General Services Fleet Management, Sportsplex, Metro Parks, Metro Public Works, Downtown Partnership, Fraternal Order of Police Youth Camp, and Metro Animal Control.

Inmate Locator

To utilize the Inmate Search page on InmateAid, begin by selecting the relevant prison facility in Tennessee. This allows you to view the current list of inmates housed at Davidson County Offender Re-Entry Center.

The second section features the InmateAid Inmate Search tool, providing a user-generated database of inmates. You can access this resource to utilize any of InmateAid's services. If you require assistance in creating an inmate profile to maintain communication, please contact us at aid@inmateaid.com, and we'll gladly help you locate your loved one.

As a last resort, you might have to pay for that information if we do not have it. The Arrest Record Search will cost you a small amount, but their data is the freshest available and for that reason, they charge to access it.

Visitation Information

Inmate Visitation Schedules

Out-of-town Visits - These will be conducted between 8:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Visits will also be allowed between 3:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. at the discretion of the shift lieutenant/designee.

Regular Visitation - All visitors must show valid identification and check in before entering the visiting area. All adult visitors 60 years of age or older will not be required to possess photo identification; however, some source of identification will be required. All attorney movement will be held during shift change daily at 2:30 p.m. until the facility inmate count clears.

Offender Re-Entry Center - Inmates may visit once (1) per week.

A-pod

  • Upper 1 and Lower 1: Saturday 9:00 a.m. or 5:00 p.m.
  • Upper 2 and Lower 2: Saturday 10:00 a.m. or 8:00 p.m.
  • Upper 3 and Lower 3: Saturday 1:00 p.m. or 9:00 p.m.

B-pod

  • Upper 1 and Lower 1: Sunday 9:00 a.m. or 5:00 p.m.
  • Upper 2 and Lower 2: Sunday 10:00 a.m. or 8:00 p.m.
  • Upper 3 and Lower 3: Sunday 1:00 p.m. or 9:00 p.m.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Davidson County Offender Re-Entry Center - FAQs

County jails and work release programs serve different roles in the correctional system but often operate within the same jurisdiction. County jails house pretrial detainees, sentenced individuals serving short-term sentences, and inmates awaiting transfer to state facilities. Work release programs allow eligible inmates to work in the community while returning to the jail or a designated facility outside of working hours. These programs aim to promote rehabilitation, financial responsibility, and reintegration into society.

County Jail FAQs

  1. What is the purpose of a county jail?
    A county jail holds individuals awaiting trial, serving short-term sentences (typically less than one year), or awaiting transfer to a state or federal facility. It provides basic housing, food, medical care, and access to legal services.

  2. Who operates county jails?
    County jails are typically operated by the Sheriff’s Office or a county corrections department and are funded through local government budgets.

  3. How long can someone stay in a county jail?
    Sentences vary, but county jails generally house individuals serving one year or less. Longer sentences are typically served in state or federal prisons.

  4. Can inmates receive mail and phone calls in county jail?
    Yes, inmates can send and receive mail, though it is subject to inspection. Phone calls are typically collect or prepaid and must follow facility rules.

  5. What are the visitation rules for county jails?
    Visitation policies vary by facility but generally require advance scheduling, ID verification, and adherence to dress codes and conduct rules. Some jails allow video visitation.

  6. Do county jails offer rehabilitation programs?
    Some jails provide substance abuse treatment, GED courses, life skills classes, and religious services to help inmates prepare for reintegration.

  7. Can inmates work while in county jail?
    Yes, trustee programs allow select inmates to perform labor within the jail, such as kitchen, laundry, or janitorial duties. Work release programs provide external employment opportunities for approved inmates.

  8. How does an inmate qualify for trustee or work programs?
    Eligibility is based on behavior, sentence length, risk level, and facility policies. Trustees work inside the jail, while work release participants leave for employment.

  9. What happens if an inmate violates jail rules?
    Consequences range from loss of privileges to disciplinary segregation or additional criminal charges for serious violations.

  10. How does bail work for county jail inmates?
    Bail is set by a judge and can be paid through cash, bail bonds, or property bonds. If bail is not posted, the individual remains in custody until their court date.

County Jail Work Release Program FAQs

  1. What is work release in county jail?
    Work release allows inmates to maintain outside employment while serving their sentence. Participants return to the jail or a designated work release facility after work hours.

  2. Who qualifies for work release?
    Eligibility depends on criminal history, sentence length, behavior, and risk level. Non-violent offenders with stable employment are often considered.

  3. Can work release inmates choose their jobs?
    In most cases, inmates must have pre-approved employment or work at jobs coordinated through the facility. Some counties assist with job placement.

  4. Do work release participants get paid?
    Yes, they earn wages, but a portion may be deducted for housing costs, court fees, child support, restitution, or other obligations as determined by the program.

  5. Where do work release inmates stay when not working?
    Depending on the program, inmates either return to the county jail, a separate work release center, or supervised housing in the community.

  6. Are there curfews or restrictions for work release participants?
    Yes, work release inmates must adhere to strict schedules, curfews, and travel limitations. Any deviation can result in program removal.

  7. Do work release inmates undergo drug and alcohol testing?
    Yes, most programs require random drug and alcohol testing to ensure compliance with program rules.

  8. What happens if an inmate violates work release rules?
    Violations can lead to removal from the program, loss of privileges, disciplinary actions, or return to full-time jail incarceration.

  9. Can work release inmates visit family while participating in the program?
    Personal visits are typically not allowed outside of designated visiting hours, and overnight visits are prohibited.

  10. How does work release benefit inmates and the community?
    Work release allows inmates to earn income, pay financial obligations, develop job skills, and transition back into society, while also reducing jail overcrowding and recidivism.

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