Lewis County TN Sheriff's Department Jail

04/14/2026

National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, often called Dispatcher Appreciation Week, in 2026 is observed from April 12 to April 18, 2026. This week honors the "first" first responders—the 911 dispatchers, call-takers, and telecommunicators—who work 24/7 to provide essential support to public safety personnel and the community. The Lewis County Sheriff's Office would like to THANK and show our appreciation for all Dispatchers and especially our local Hohenwald Dispatch!!!

04/10/2026

Our supply of firewood for the wood program has built back up significantly since the recent ice storm. Leading up to the storm, Sheriff Matt Tiller removed income limits to allow all Lewis County citizens access to this free service provided by the Sheriffs Department.

We were able to get citizens between 250-300 ranks of wood leading up to and during the storm. The inmates in this program worked extremely hard gathering and loading this wood for the citizens. We were able to provide citizens around 500 total ranks of wood this winter.

We were down to having zero available wood as a result of the storm and have built it back up to approximately 100 ranks as we prepare the supply for next winter. We are thankful to the citizens that donate the wood to this program. Have a blessed day!

02/17/2026

Sheriff Matt Tiller is proud to share that 5 people were baptized at the Lewis County Jail this past Wednesday, February 11th, 2026. We are very proud of their decision and beyond thankful for all the volunteers that devote their time to come and minister to these individuals.

Also, just a reminder that this years Jail Volunteer class is Saturday, February 28th, 2026 from 9AM to 2PM. Jail Volunteer applications can be picked up at the Jail and must be turned back in by Friday, February 20th, 2026.

02/06/2026

Call 931-796-3018 with any questions about this.

01/21/2026

With the possibility of snow & ice this weekend, Sheriff Tiller wants every Lewis County resident that burns wood for heat and may be in need of wood over the weekend, to come by the Lewis County Sheriff's Office at 437 Swan Avenue this Thursday January 22nd or Friday January 23rd, 2026 between the hours of 8am to 4pm & we will get you loaded up with a load of wood.

We will also be out in force to help with vehicle crashes and other emergencies that may arise this weekend. Be safe, use caution, & if the weather does get bad, please please do not drive if not necessary.

12/29/2025

12/04/2025

Sheriff Tiller would like to congratulate Kenny Prentice on his recent retirement. After 35 years of service, 25 years service to Lewis County, you sir have earned it. Kenny is a great man and it has been an honor working with him. Enjoy your retirement Sir!!!

12/04/2025

Sheriff Tiller would like to share the following good news.
Yesterday the Lewis County Sheriff’s Office had the privilege of celebrating five inmates receiving their GED while incarcerated here at the Lewis County Jail. The five graduates are: Eric Maye, Christian Schmitz, Jessie Potter, and Kristen Stinson. Not pictured, John Brown.
A Special Thank You to teacher, Ms. Julie Harlan with HI Set Academy for her role in helping the students prepare to test.
Sheriff Tiller is very proud of any incarcerated individual that participates in our GED program while at LCJ. Sheriff Tiller is very appreciative of the entire LCJ staff for their role in making this happen.
Thanks Mayor Keltner for supporting this effort and joining the graduation.

11/26/2025

An increased number of folks have recently reported receiving similar phone calls. Sheriff Tiller would like to remind everyone that a legitimate law enforcement authority does not call you to tell you that you have an outstanding warrant or that you have missed jury duty and then suggest or offer to resolve the matter over the phone or by sending any money. Please do not engage with these scammers and please do not send money. Have a blessed Thanksgiving everyone.

10/20/2025

Announcing our annual Trunk or Treat event at the Lewis County Sheriff's Office. Location: 437 Swan Avenue, Hohenwald, TN. When: Friday, October 31st, 2025 beginning at 4:00 PM & ending around 6:00 PM. We look forward to seeing yall!