Trousdale Turner Prison, TN
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How to Send Money to Someone in a CoreCivic Facility: Lockbox, ConnectNetwork, and Western Union
Adding funds to someone's account at a CoreCivic facility? You'll typically choose between three options: the mail-in lockbox, ConnectNetwork/ViaPath (online, phone, or app), or Western Union's corrections service. Which one works best depends on how quickly you need the deposit to post and what payment methods you have on hand.
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Trousdale Turner lockdowns, quarantine status, and what it meant for phone calls and family contact
During Trousdale Turner's COVID-era response, the facility went on lockdown and temporarily suspended normal communication. Here's what happened, how it affected phone calls, and how families could stay informed.
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What Happens If Your Loved One Is Under Quarantine at Trousdale Turner (Visits and Communication)
When your loved one gets placed under quarantine at Trousdale Turner, in-person visits can change fast. Here's what CoreCivic's notices have said—and the quickest way to confirm status and get current guidance before you head out.
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Visitation
- Tennessee requires visitors to submit Visitor Application CR‑2152 with a current photograph and receive approval before visiting.
- Applications are screened via an NCIC background check and are typically processed within about 30 days.
- After approval, visits must be scheduled through the facility’s scheduling system, which may include on‑site kiosks, vendor portals, or apps.
Communication
- Trousdale Turner temporarily suspended phone calls during the COVID-19 event until a specified date.
- Inmate calls are outbound only and calls are typically monitored or recorded.
- Most facilities use third-party vendors for phone and messaging; families must create vendor accounts and add funds to permit calls.
Mail & Letters
- Trousdale Turner provides an official mailing address for sending letters to residents.
- Address envelopes with the inmate’s committed name and their TDOC ID to assist electronic processing.
- Routine incoming mail is typically screened and scanned into a digital file for delivery to inmate tablets or kiosks.
Sending Money
- ConnectNetwork (website, phone, specific payment numbers, and a mobile app) is a common vendor channel for inmate deposits.
- Facilities often do not accept money at visitation or through regular mail and direct senders to online money-transfer instructions.
- Lockbox or mailed deposits typically require money orders or cashier's checks payable to the inmate; personal checks and cash are usually not accepted.
Contact Info
- Trousdale Turner has a 24‑hour COVID‑19 family hotline for relatives of incarcerated people.
- The facility provides a mailing address for sending letters to individuals at Trousdale Turner.
- Phone calls to residents were temporarily suspended at Trousdale Turner during the COVID event referenced in facility notices.
Facility Info
- Trousdale Turner was placed on lockdown during the COVID-19 event while inmates were moved into quarantine status.
- CoreCivic states it provides comprehensive medical care around the clock and follows CDC guidance at its facilities.
- Families should check the facility’s official page for current visitation, mail, commissary, and vendor rules before visiting.
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Topic Overviews
Visitation
Visiting at Trousdale Corrections Facility starts with Tennessee's Visitor Application (CR‑2152). Submit the form with a current photograph and wait for approval before scheduling any visit. Applications go through an NCIC background check, and approval typically takes about 30 days. Once approved, you'll schedule visits through the facility's system—this might be on-site kiosks, vendor portals, or apps. Scheduling windows and lead times vary. Staff can change or cancel visits at their discretion. Visit options (onsite vs. remote, contact vs. non-contact) and rules on searches, visitor limits, and allowed items differ by facility, so confirm Trousdale's current instructions before you travel.
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Trying to stay in touch with someone at Trousdale Corrections Facility (Trousdale Turner)? Start by checking whether phone service is currently available. The facility temporarily suspended phone calls during the COVID-19 event, and interruptions can happen—don't rely on calls without confirming first. Calls are outbound only and typically monitored or recorded, so you can't call an inmate directly. Most Tennessee facilities use a third-party vendor for phone, video, and messaging. You'll need to register with the facility-approved vendor and add funds or use an accepted payment method. Setup and payments happen through the vendor's website, app, kiosk, or portal—exact steps depend on Trousdale's vendor. Make sure your phone number is on the incarcerated person's approved list.
Read full guideMail & Letters
To send mail to someone at Trousdale Corrections Facility (Trousdale Turner), use the facility's official mailing address for resident correspondence (check the facility contact details for the exact address). On the envelope, include the resident's committed name, TDOC ID, and the facility name—this helps electronic processing and prevents routing errors. Staff screen incoming mail, and it's typically scanned into a digital file for delivery to inmate tablets or kiosks within a few business days. Legal mail follows separate verification procedures. Don't enclose money orders or cashier's checks with letters, cards, or photos. Funds go through a separate lockbox system, and prohibited-item rules may apply to photos, oversized cards, and other materials.
Read full guideSending Money
Sending money to someone at Trousdale Corrections Facility typically goes through vendor channels like ConnectNetwork's website, toll-free phone line, payment phone numbers, or mobile app—not an in-person cash handoff. The facility directs families to official money-transfer or lockbox instructions and doesn't accept cash given to staff at visitation or sent through regular mail. For lockbox or mailed deposits, you'll usually need a money order or cashier's check made payable to the incarcerated person. Personal checks and cash are generally not accepted. Electronic payments go through third-party processors, and convenience or processing fees show at checkout—review them before confirming. Use the person's full name plus facility ID or birthdate, keep your receipt, and allow one to two business days for deposits to post.
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Showing 6 of 18Do I need to complete a Visitor Application before visiting someone at Trousdale Corrections Facility?
Yes. Tennessee requires you to complete Visitor Application CR‑2152 and be approved before you can visit. Follow the form instructions closely (including using a street address and attaching a current photo) and submit it to the visiting office or the appropriate administrator.
VisitationHow do I schedule a visit at Trousdale Corrections Facility?
After your visitor application is approved, schedule your visit through the facility’s scheduling system, which may include on-site kiosks, vendor portals, or apps. Scheduling windows and lead times vary, so check the scheduling portal or contact the visiting office for the current process.
VisitationCan I bring infant supplies or change for vending machines during a visitation?
It depends on the facility. Some locations allow a reasonable amount of infant-care items and limited change for vending machines, and items may be searched. Confirm Trousdale’s allowed-items rules before you go so you don’t lose anything at check-in.
VisitationWere phone calls suspended at Trousdale Turner during COVID-19?
Yes. Trousdale Turner temporarily suspended phone calls during the COVID-19 event. Check current facility notices or the approved vendor before assuming calls are available—service status can change.
CommunicationHow can I receive calls from someone housed at Trousdale Turner?
People in custody place outbound calls, so you’ll need your phone number on their approved list. You’ll also typically need to register with the facility’s approved phone vendor and meet any funding or account requirements before calls can go through.
CommunicationDo I need an account or to add funds to get phone calls from Trousdale Turner?
Usually, yes. Families typically create an account with the facility-approved vendor and add funds or use the vendor’s accepted payment methods so calls can be placed. Account setup and payments are handled through the vendor’s website, app, or a kiosk, and the exact process varies by vendor.
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Did You Know?
Trousdale Corrections Facility (also called Trousdale Turner) is a CoreCivic facility in Tennessee. If you have questions about COVID-19 protocols, CoreCivic runs a 24-hour information hotline for family members.
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