Mobile Data

Mobile Data

Patrol has also benefited with the establishment of the Mobile Data System. These computers have car-to-car messaging capability, in-field reporting capability, access to county wide email, and can run license checks, VIN checks and stolen article checks. In addition, officers can share mugsh... Read More

S.W.A.T.

S.W.A.T.

The Special Weapons and Tactics Team,(SWAT), is the original special team of the KnoxCounty Sheriff's Office. The team was formed in 1980 in preparation for the 1982 World's Fair, which was held in Knoxville. The team is comprised of highly trained and dedicated officers. Their mission is to resol... Read More

Patrol

Patrol

The Sheriff’s Office includes five patrol detachments – Adam, Baker, Charlie, David and Echo Shifts. The goal of the Patrol Division to maintain a strong presence in Knox County neighborhoods. The Whiskey Unit is comprised of six officers who work primarily at night, and whose pri... Read More

Aviation

Aviation

The Sheriff’s Office implemented an Aviation Unit in 1996 utilizing helicopters and related equipment donated by the U.S. Military. The Unit started with just one helicopter and two pilots. Today the Unit has expanded to six flyable helicopters, five available pilots, two tactical flight off... Read More

Traffic

Traffic

The Sheriff’s Traffic or Tango Unit, comprised of fourteen officers who focus on traffic enforcement efforts such as speeding and intoxicated motorists, as well as investigating automobile accidents. The goal of this Unit is to provide extensive coverage of traffic calls, allowing the Patrol... Read More

Patrol

Patrol

The Sheriff’s Office includes five patrol detachments – Adam, Baker, Charlie, David and Echo Shifts. The goal of the Patrol Division to maintain a strong presence in Knox County neighborhoods. The Whiskey Unit is comprised of six officers who work primarily at night, and whose pri... Read More

Traffic

Traffic

The Sheriff’s Traffic or Tango Unit, comprised of fourteen officers who focus on traffic enforcement efforts such as speeding and intoxicated motorists, as well as investigating automobile accidents. The goal of this Unit is to provide extensive coverage of traffic calls, allowing the Patrol... Read More

Patrol

Patrol

The Sheriff’s Office includes five patrol detachments – Adam, Baker, Charlie, David and Echo Shifts. The goal of the Patrol Division to maintain a strong presence in Knox County neighborhoods. The Whiskey Unit is comprised of six officers who work primarily at night, and whose pri... Read More

Aviation

Aviation

The Sheriff’s Office implemented an Aviation Unit in 1996 utilizing helicopters and related equipment donated by the U.S. Military. The Unit started with just one helicopter and two pilots. Today the Unit has expanded to six flyable helicopters, five available pilots, two tactical flight off... Read More

Patrol

Patrol

The Sheriff’s Office includes five patrol detachments – Adam, Baker, Charlie, David and Echo Shifts. The goal of the Patrol Division to maintain a strong presence in Knox County neighborhoods. The Whiskey Unit is comprised of six officers who work primarily at night, and whose pri... Read More


Instructions for Background Checks PDF Print E-mail
Monday, 24 March 2008

There are three possible ways to obtain a backgroung check:  in person, 3rd party or by mail.  First it is important to note that you may only obtain an official background check on yourself.  Secondly, this local background includes arrests in Knox County ONLY.

In Person:

  1. Obtain and complete the Release of Arrest Record form. Click here to download.   (If you are unable to print the form, we can provide it to you at any of our offices or by FAX.)
  2. Appear in person at the City/County Building between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:30 pm Monday through Thursday or between 8:00 am and 4:00 pm on Friday .  The office is closed on holidays and weekends.
  3. Bring with you a photo ID and payment of $10.00 (cash or check).  You must provide the exact amount, as we are unable to provide change.
  4. Depending on the volume of customers, the background check can be completed by our staff within 15-20 minutes.

3rd Party or By Mail:

If you are unable to appear in person, you may have a 3rd party bring the form into our office or mail us the completed form provided the Backgorund Check form has been notarized by a notary public.  If you send the form by mail, please include the payment of $10.00 and a self-addressed stamped envelope.

Mail to: 

KCSO Support Services City/County Building
400 W. Main Street, Knoxville, TN 37902 -  (865) 215-2243

      

 

 
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