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Frequently Asked Questions

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What is the process for someone who is arrested in Gatlinburg, Sevier County, Tennessee to go through the jail and court system?
If you are arrested in the City of Gatlinburg, Tennessee, you will be transported to the Sevier County Jail for booking and processing. During booking, officers will record your personal information, take fingerprints and photographs, and log personal belongings. After booking, you may be held pending arraignment before the Sevier County Court. Under Tennessee law, you have the right to remain silent and the right to an attorney; if you cannot afford legal representation, a public defender will be appointed. Bail may be set at arraignment depending on the charges, your criminal history, and flight risk. Criminal history records are maintained by the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI). The Sevier County Sheriff's Office maintains an online inmate roster at https://foil.tncorrections.com/ where you can look up current detainees.
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What are the school district and education performance data for City of Gatlinburg, Tennessee?
Gatlinburg-Pittman School District is the public school district for Gatlinburg, Tennessee. According to the Tennessee Department of Education, the district's overall performance score for the 2018-2019 school year was a 68.7 out of 100. This score is based on a variety of factors, including student achievement, student growth, and school climate.
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What are the school district and education performance data for Gatlinburg, Sevier County, Tennessee?
The Gatlinburg-Pittman School District serves the city of Gatlinburg, Sevier County, Tennessee. According to the Tennessee Department of Education, the district's overall performance score for the 2018-2019 school year was a 68.7 out of 100. The district's graduation rate was 89.3%, and the district's average ACT score was 19.7.
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What are the crime statistics for City of Gatlinburg, Tennessee?
According to the most recent data from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting Program, Gatlinburg, Tennessee had a total of 1,845 reported incidents of crime in 2019. Of those incidents, there were 1,717 property crimes and 128 violent crimes. The property crime rate was 3,845.7 per 100,000 people, and the violent crime rate was 271.3 per 100,000 people.
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What are the crime statistics for Gatlinburg, Sevier County, Tennessee?
According to the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation's 2019 Crime in Tennessee report, Gatlinburg had a total of 545 reported incidents of crime in 2019. Of those incidents, there were 4 homicides, 11 rapes, 28 robberies, and 502 aggravated assaults.
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What publicly accessible records can be obtained from the City of Gatlinburg Tennessee Library?
The Gatlinburg Public Library in Sevier County, Tennessee provides residents with access to public records and government document resources. Library cardholders can access online databases including genealogy services, historical newspapers, and Tennessee government records. The reference staff can assist with locating court records, property records, and vital records through the library's online catalog and interlibrary loan network. The library maintains materials on how to submit public records requests under the Tennessee Public Records Act, which governs access to government documents in Tennessee. The library also offers access to genealogy resources including the Gatlinburg Tennessee Archives and Genealogy at https://sos.tn.gov/products/tsla/genealogy. Contact the Gatlinburg Public Library reference desk at (865) for assistance or to confirm hours and services.
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What publicly accessible records can be obtained from the Gatlinburg, Sevier County, Tennessee Library?
The Gatlinburg Public Library in Sevier County, Tennessee provides residents with access to public records and government document resources. Library cardholders can access online databases including genealogy services, historical newspapers, and Tennessee government records. The reference staff can assist with locating court records, property records, and vital records through the library's online catalog and interlibrary loan network. The library maintains materials on how to submit public records requests under the Tennessee Public Records Act, which governs access to government documents in Tennessee. The library also offers access to genealogy resources including the Gatlinburg Tennessee Archives and Genealogy at https://sos.tn.gov/products/tsla/genealogy. Contact the Gatlinburg Public Library reference desk at (865) for assistance or to confirm hours and services.
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Where is the City of Gatlinburg, Tennessee Public Library located?
The Gatlinburg, Tennessee Library is located at 1230 East Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738.
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Where is the Gatlinburg, Sevier County, Tennessee Public Library located?
The Gatlinburg, Sevier County, Tennessee Library is located at 530 East Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738.
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Where is the nearest fingerprinting office located in City of Gatlinburg, Tennessee?
Fingerprinting services in Gatlinburg, Sevier County, Tennessee are available through the Gatlinburg Police Department and the Sevier County Sheriff's Office. Services are provided for employment background checks, licensing applications, immigration purposes, and personal record requests. You will typically need to bring a valid government-issued photo ID and, where applicable, a completed fingerprint card from the requesting agency. Appointments can often be scheduled by calling (865) or by visiting the department's website. Fingerprints are submitted to the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) and the FBI for identity verification and criminal history review. Statewide criminal history checks can also be requested through the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI).
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Where is the nearest fingerprinting office located in Gatlinburg, Sevier County, Tennessee?
Fingerprinting services for Gatlinburg, Tennessee residents are provided at the Gatlinburg Police Department, which serves Sevier County. Fingerprinting is required for a variety of purposes, including pre-employment background checks, professional licensing (nursing, teaching, law, real estate), volunteer work with children or the elderly, immigration and naturalization applications, firearm purchases, and FBI Identity History Summary requests. To schedule fingerprinting, call the Gatlinburg Police Department at (865) or visit in person. Bring a valid, government-issued photo ID (driver's license or passport) and any required agency forms. Fingerprint cards are typically forwarded to the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) for processing. For statewide fingerprint-based background checks, visit the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) at https://www.tn.gov/tbi/criminal-history-records.html.
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What are the requirements for obtaining vital records from Gatlinburg, Sevier County, Tennessee, and what information is provided in the records?
To obtain vital records for Gatlinburg, Sevier County, Tennessee, you must contact the Sevier County Health Department.

The Health Department can provide copies of birth, death, marriage, and divorce records. To obtain a copy of a vital record, you must provide a valid photo ID, proof of relationship to the person listed on the record, and a completed application form.
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About background check
A background check in Gatlinburg, Sevier County, Tennessee typically includes a review of criminal history, driving records, credit history, employment verification, education verification, and sex offender registry status. Employers, landlords, and licensing boards commonly request background checks in Tennessee. Criminal background checks are processed through the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI), which maintains arrest records, convictions, and disposition data for Tennessee residents. The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) provides official criminal history checks at https://www.tn.gov/tbi/criminal-history-records.html. Under the Tennessee Public Records Act, individuals have the right to request their own records. Federal background checks are available through the FBI's Identity History Summary program. The Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) governs how background check information may be used by employers and landlords.