Pegram, Tennessee Public Records

Bond and bail procedures align with Tennessee state guidelines, allowing defendants to post release while awaiting trial. Information on recent arrests is available through the Sheriff's Office or by reviewing local court records.

Municipal elections for mayor and board of commissioners occur every four years, with the most recent in November 2022. The next town election is scheduled for November 2026, when voters will choose a mayor and board members. These races typically involve a mayor's seat and four Board of Commissioner positions, with candidates filing petitions through the Cheatham County Election Commission. Residents can find their assigned polling location using the Tennessee Polling Place Locator at https://web.sos.tn.gov/pls/ or by calling the Election Commission. Most local voters cast ballots at Harpeth Middle School, 1500 Harpeth Industrial Court, Pegram, TN 37143, though precinct assignments should be confirmed before each election. Under Tennessee law (TCA § 2-2-142), voter registration lists are public records available for purchase at $25 for county lists. Campaign finance reports for local candidates are filed with the Registry of Election Finance at https://apps.tn.gov/tncamp-app/public/ceresearch.htm. The Election Commission publishes precinct-level results after certification. In the November 2024 presidential election, Cheatham County reported approximately 67% voter turnout, with roughly 18,500 ballots cast out of 27,600 registered voters. The county supported Republican candidates by approximately 73% to 25% margins in the presidential race. The November 3, 2026 general election will feature Tennessee's gubernatorial race, as Governor Bill Lee's term expires, though he is term-limited and cannot seek re-election. Tennessee voters will also elect all 99 State House seats and half of the 33 State Senate seats. Cheatham County voters will elect county mayor, county commissioners, sheriff, register of deeds, circuit court clerk, county clerk, assessor of property, and trustee. Pegram voters will also elect town mayor and board of commissioners if municipal elections coincide with the general election. No U.S. Senate seat from Tennessee is up in 2026, though Senator Bill Hagerty's seat will be on the ballot. Absentee voting by mail is available for Tennessee voters who meet specific criteria under TCA § 2-6-201, including voters over 60, voters with disabilities, hospitalized voters, caregivers, students, military members, and those whose work requires absence from Cheatham County. Absentee ballot applications must be received by seven days before the election and can be requested at https://sos.tn.gov/products/elections/absentee-voting. Early voting is available at the Cheatham County Election Commission office and designated satellite locations for 20 days before each election, ending five days before Election Day.