Nashville Busted Mugshots
Nashville busted mugshots are processed through the Davidson County Sheriff's Office, which runs the Criminal Justice Center jail in downtown Nashville. The Metro Nashville Police Department makes most arrests in the city, and all booking photos end up at the county jail. Nashville is the state capital and the most populated city in Tennessee with over 690,000 residents. You can search for Nashville arrest records and mugshots online through the Davidson County inmate search tool, or submit a records request to the MNPD Records Division. This page covers all the ways to look up busted mugshots and booking data for Nashville.
Nashville Quick Facts
Nashville Busted Mugshots and the Davidson County Jail
All Nashville arrests go through the Davidson County jail system. The Davidson County Sheriff's Office runs the Criminal Justice Center at 506 2nd Avenue N in Nashville. Sheriff Daron Hall oversees jail operations, warrants, civil process, and corrections. The main jail phone is 615-862-8061. The Records Division is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
The sheriff's office provides an online inmate search that lets you find people booked into the Davidson County jail. You can search by name, booking number, or state ID. Results show current inmates and people released within 72 hours. Each record lists the full name, booking number, booking date, charges, bond amount, and current status. Bond type is shown for each charge. Court dates and next hearing info are included too. The system updates in real time as new bookings happen.
The Davidson County inmate search portal for Nashville busted mugshots shows the following for each record:
- Full name and booking number
- Booking date and time
- All charges with individual bond amounts
- Current status (active, released, transferred)
- Court dates and hearing info
The screenshot above shows the Davidson County inmate search system that handles all Nashville booking records. This is the fastest way to check if someone was recently arrested in Nashville.
Metro Nashville Police Department Records
The Metropolitan Nashville Police Department is the main law enforcement agency for Nashville. The MNPD Records Division handles requests for police reports and arrest records. It sits at 600 Murfreesboro Pike, Nashville, TN 37210. The phone number is 615-862-7329. Office hours run Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Getting copies of Nashville busted mugshots through the police department requires Form 720. This is the official mugshot request form. You need to fill it out with details about the arrest and show valid ID. Tennessee residency must be verified. Fees apply for copies. The MNPD charges $0.15 per page for black and white and $0.50 per page for color copies. Certified copies cost $5.00 per document. Processing takes 3 to 5 business days. If the request is denied, the department gives a written explanation with the statutory basis.
The Metro Nashville Police Department website shown above provides details on how to request arrest records and booking photos in Nashville.
Note: Incident reports are available to involved parties and their authorized representatives at the MNPD Records Division in Nashville.
How to Search Nashville Busted Mugshots
Start online. The Davidson County inmate search at dcsheriff.net is free and runs around the clock. Type in a name and hit search. Results come up fast. You can filter by booking date range to narrow things down. This is the best tool for recent Nashville arrests.
The hubNashville portal is another way to submit records requests. You can file a request online and track its status. The portal gives you a case number for reference. A mobile app is also available for easy access from your phone.
For court records tied to Nashville arrests, the Tennessee Court System covers Davidson County cases. Search by party name or case number. The system shows case history, hearings, and fine details for disposed cases. It is free to use. Sealed and expunged records will not show up in search results.
In person, visit the MNPD Records Division at 600 Murfreesboro Pike. Bring valid ID. Complete Form 720 for mugshot requests. You can also go to the Davidson County Sheriff's Office Records Division at 506 2nd Avenue N. Both are open weekdays during business hours in Nashville.
Nashville Arrest Records and Public Access
Nashville arrest records are public under the Tennessee Public Records Act. Tennessee Code Annotated § 10-7-503 says all state, county, and city records are open for inspection unless a specific law says otherwise. Booking records and mugshots fall under this rule. Anyone can request them. You do not need to be the person who was arrested.
Some limits apply. Under § 10-7-504, investigative files that are still open may be held back. Juvenile records are off limits through public portals. Expunged records are removed from view. The Metropolitan Government must respond to records requests within 7 business days. Fees for copies cannot go above the actual cost of making them, per § 10-7-505.
The Tennessee Office of Open Records Counsel can help if your request for Nashville busted mugshots gets denied. They offer mediation and publish guides that explain your rights under the public records law. The public records coordinator for Davidson County can be reached at 615-862-6400.
Statewide Search Tools for Nashville
Beyond the county jail search, several state tools cover Nashville. The TDOC Felony Offender Information Lookup shows anyone serving time in a Tennessee state prison. Search by name or TDOC ID. Results show status, location, and sentence details. This only covers state inmates, not county jail bookings in Nashville.
The TBI Sex Offender Registry is searchable by name, address, or map location under Tennessee Code Annotated § 40-39-101. Profiles include photos, physical descriptions, and conviction details. Email alerts notify you if a registered offender moves near a Nashville address you specify.
The TBI also handles criminal history checks. The fee is $29 per person. These go through Identogo locations in the Nashville area. Results come back in 24 to 72 hours for electronic submissions. Under Tennessee Code Annotated § 38-13-109, written authorization from the subject is required for third-party requests.
Nashville Records Request Process
Filing a records request in Nashville is straightforward. Use the hubNashville portal online. Or write a request and send it to the appropriate office. For police records, go through the MNPD Records Division. For jail records, go through the Davidson County Sheriff's Office. Both accept in-person and mail requests.
The hubNashville portal pictured above handles service requests for the Metro Nashville government, including public records requests for arrest data and booking photos.
Written requests should include the full name of the person, approximate date of arrest, and what records you want. Be as specific as you can. Broad requests take longer to process. The agency has 7 business days to respond under Tennessee law. Rush requests may cost extra. If your request is denied, the agency must tell you why in writing and cite the statute that allows them to withhold the record.
Davidson County Busted Mugshots
Nashville sits in Davidson County. All arrest bookings go through the Davidson County Sheriff's Office. For more on the county jail system, inmate search tools, and full contact details, visit the Davidson County page.
Nearby Tennessee Cities
Residents of nearby cities are booked at their own county jail. Pick a city below to find local arrest record resources and mugshot search tools.