Putnam Sheriff Hopes For $3M In US Marshal Contract
The Putnam County Sheriff’s Department could make up to $3 million yearly in a contract with the U.S. Marshal’s Office to house federal inmates. Sheriff Eddie Farris said the completed agreement sets aside some 110 beds for federal inmates at $75 a day. He said as the county grows, a higher inmate population will not […]
Sheriff Nearing Contract With US Marshall For Inmates
The Putnam County Sheriff’s Department is in the final stages of securing a contract with the U.S. Marshall’s Office to house federal inmates in the soon-to-be-expanded jail. Sheriff Eddie Farris said a deal is just a “few dollars away.” He said he is trying to ensure that the department gets every dollar possible from the […]
Putnam Sheriff’s Department Introducing Idea Of Housing Federal Inmates
Putnam County Sheriff’s Department in negotiations with the Nashville Middle District United States Marshal to house federal inmates with the new jail addition. Sheriff Eddie Farris said that this is an opportunity that has come about through a good working relationship with the state marshal’s office, so there is a good sense of trust. Farris […]
