Tennessee Department of Safety

Official account for Tennessee Department of Safety & Homeland Security.

[Dept of Correction @TNTDOC1]

UPDATE 10:00 a.m. CDT - TDOC continues to work in close coordination with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies to apprehend inmate Jacob Allen Morley #674793. For more information: https://t.co/yOgNp9UnWs

[Dept of Correction @TNTDOC1]

TDOC is responding to an escape from the Northwest Correctional Complex involving Jacob Morley. Public safety is our top priority, and we are working closely with law enforcement agencies to apprehend the individual as quickly as possible. Please call 911 with information.

[Tennessee Department of Safety @TNDeptofSafety]

The Bonny Oaks Driver Services Center has temporarily close for remodeling.

The on-site temporary facility has a new opening day of Monday, November 2nd.

It will accept card payments only.

For knowledge testing, visit the Red Bank Driver Services Center at 4873 Dayton Blvd.

[Tennessee Department of Safety @TNDeptofSafety]

The Bonny Oaks Driver Services Center has temporarily close for remodeling.

The on-site temporary facility has a new opening day of Monday, November 2nd.

It will accept card payments only.

For knowledge testing, visit the Red Bank Driver Services Center at 4873 Dayton Blvd. .

[Tennessee Department of Safety @TNDeptofSafety]

🌟 Employee Spotlight: Joy Trute 🌟

When a coworker began choking, Information Center Examiner Joy Trute acted quickly and performed life-saving measures that helped her breathe again.

Thank you, Joy, for your calm response your quick thinking made a difference!

[Tennessee Department of Safety @TNDeptofSafety]

🌟 EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT: NICOLE WHITE 🌟

Nicole White in the Driver Services’ Financial Responsibility Unit, brings organization, attention to detail and a positive attitude to her work every day. Thank you, Nicole, for all you do!

[Tennessee Department of Safety @TNDeptofSafety]

It’s National School Bus Safety Week. 🚍

The @TNHighwayPatrol’s Pupil Transportation team inspects school buses year-round to catch mechanical problems and safety issues to keep students safe.

Learn more: https://t.co/TJy8WVg9KI

[Tennessee Department of Safety @TNDeptofSafety]

The following driver services centers will be closed today to allow our examiners to attend training. Our county clerk partners and kiosks will be available in addition to our online services.

For location information: https://t.co/Qu5ezgq1O4

[Tennessee Department of Safety @TNDeptofSafety]

On October 20th, the Tennessee Office of Homeland Security partnered with the U.S. Secret Service National Threat Assessment Center (NTAC) to provide a presentation on preventing targeted acts of violence
at houses of worship.
The Alcoa Police Department hosted the event.

[Tennessee Department of Safety @TNDeptofSafety]

As part of our continued effort to ensure the highest standards of quality and service delivery the following driver services centers will be closed on October 22, 2026 to allow our examiners to attend training:

For location information: https://t.co/Qu5ezgq1O4

[Tennessee Department of Safety @TNDeptofSafety]

Car crashes are the leading cause of death for teenagers ages 15 to 18. We encourage Tennessee teens to build safe driving habits by staying rested, wearing a seatbelt, avoiding distractions, and maintaining a safe following distance

Teen/GDL Program: https://t.co/veRe85RTUb.

[Tennessee Department of Safety @TNDeptofSafety]

Bonny Oaks Driver Services Center will close for remodeling Oct. 19. The temporary on site facility will open starting Oct. 26; card payments only, no knowledge testing. For knowledge tests, visit Red Bank at 4873 Dayton Blvd. in Chattanooga.
Learn More: https://t.co/IKtYmVrPEs

[Tennessee Department of Safety @TNDeptofSafety]

Bonny Oaks Driver Services Center will close for remodeling Oct. 19. The temporary on site facility will open starting Oct. 26; card payments only, no knowledge testing. For knowledge tests, visit Red Bank at 4873 Dayton Blvd. in Chattanooga.
Learn More: https://t.co/IKtYmVsnu0

[Tennessee Department of Safety @TNDeptofSafety]

Bonny Oaks Driver Services Center will close for remodeling Oct. 19. The temporary on site facility will open starting Oct. 26; card payments only, no knowledge testing. For knowledge tests, visit Red Bank at 4873 Dayton Blvd. in Chattanooga.
Learn More: https://t.co/IKtYmVsnu0

[Tennessee Department of Safety @TNDeptofSafety]

Bonny Oaks Driver Services Center will close for remodeling Oct. 19. The temporary on site facility will open starting Oct. 26; card payments only, no knowledge testing. For knowledge tests, visit Red Bank at 4873 Dayton Blvd. in Chattanooga.
Learn More: https://t.co/IKtYmVsnu0

[Tennessee Department of Safety @TNDeptofSafety]

The Blountville Driver Services Center, 3769 Highway 11-W, is now OPEN!!

Learn more: https://t.co/APyN7nneFu

[Tennessee Department of Safety @TNDeptofSafety]

The Blountville Driver Services Center, 3769 Highway 11-W, reopens tomorrow!!

Learn more: https://t.co/APyN7nmGPW

[Tennessee Department of Safety @TNDeptofSafety]

The Blountville Driver Services Center, 3769 Highway 11-W, reopens Monday, October 12, 2026!

Learn more: https://t.co/APyN7nmGPW

[Tennessee Department of Safety @TNDeptofSafety]

The Blountville Driver Services Center, 3769 Highway 11-W, reopens Monday!

Learn more: https://t.co/APyN7nmGPW

[Tennessee Department of Safety @TNDeptofSafety]

Today on National Walk & Roll to School Day we encourage drivers to slow down, stay alert, and watch for pedestrians and bike riders especially near school zones at bus stops and crosswalks. #DriveSafeTN