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This page lists all 212 city jails in Florida. You can browse by county below, search for specific facilities, or navigate to related pages.
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About City Jails in Florida
Understanding city jails in the Florida
Welcome to the most complete and up-to-date directory of city jails in Florida. This page lists every active city jail facility operating across Florida, giving families, attorneys, bail bondsmen, and the general public fast, reliable access to local jail information. Whether you need to locate a recently arrested loved one, find contact details for a specific facility, or simply understand how the city jail system works in Florida, everything you need is available right here.
City Jail vs. Prison: What's the Difference?
City jails serve a very different function from state or federal prisons:
- City Jails: Locally operated facilities that hold individuals for short periods — typically those who have just been arrested, are awaiting trial, are unable to make bail, or are serving sentences of less than one year.
- County Jails: Similar to city jails but operated at the county level, serving a larger geographic area.
- State Prisons: Operated by Florida's Department of Corrections for felony offenses with sentences longer than one year.
- Federal Prisons: Operated by the Federal Bureau of Prisons for federal crimes.
If you're unsure where your loved one is held, use our free US inmate locator tool to search across all facility types at once.
How to Find Someone in a City Jail
When a loved one is arrested and taken to a city jail in Florida, finding out exactly where they are being held is the first priority. Because city jails are locally operated, there is no single centralized database — which is exactly why this directory exists. Browse the list below, click on the relevant facility, and use the inmate search feature to locate your loved one quickly.
Booking & Intake Process
The booking process includes fingerprinting, photographing, health screening, and search of belongings. This can take a few hours to most of a day. During this period, the person is generally not accessible by phone or visitors.
Getting Bail
Bail is set by a judge at an arraignment, typically within 24-72 hours of arrest. A licensed bail bondsman can post bail on your behalf for a non-refundable fee of 10-15% of the total bail amount.
Hiring a Lawyer
Securing qualified legal representation as early as possible is critical. A criminal defense attorney can attend bail hearings, negotiate with prosecutors, and begin building a defense strategy from day one.
Calling an Inmate
Most city jails use third-party phone providers with outbound-only calls. Your number must be registered and a prepaid account set up. Read our calling guide for step-by-step instructions.
Sending Money
Inmates can receive money via online transfers, kiosk deposits, or money orders. Funds go to their commissary account for food, hygiene products, and phone credits. Click any facility for specific deposit methods.
Visitation
Visitation policies vary by facility. Some offer in-person visits while others use video only. Always check the specific facility's rules, visiting hours, and pre-approval requirements before making the trip.
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City Jails by County in Florida
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Florida has City Jails spread across dozens of counties, and finding the right one quickly can be challenging without the right tools. Use the county list below to instantly narrow results and view only the City Jails in a specific county within Florida. This is particularly helpful if you are trying to locate someone who was recently arrested in a specific area, or if you are planning a visit and need to find the closest facility to your location.
All City Jails in Florida
Complete listing of city jails
Browse Every City Jails in Florida
The full list of city jails in Florida is displayed below. Each entry includes the jail's name, city, county, address, and contact information. City jails are locally operated facilities typically managed by municipal law enforcement agencies such as city police departments or local sheriff's offices. They primarily house individuals who have been recently arrested, are awaiting arraignment or bail hearings, or are serving short-term sentences.
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Mascotte Jail
529 East Myers Blvd, Mascotte, FL 34753
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Lake | View Details |
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Mount Dora Jail
1300 North Donnelly St, Mount Dora, FL 32757
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Lake | View Details |
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Tavares Jail
201 East Main St
PO Box 1068, Tavares, FL 32778
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Lake | View Details |
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Umatilla Jail
251 North Central Ave
PO Box 2286, Umatilla, FL 32784
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Lake | View Details |
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Cape Coral Jail
815 Nicholas Parkway
PO Box 150027, Cape Coral, FL 33915
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Lee | View Details |
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Chiefland Jail
14 East Ave, Chiefland, FL 32626
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Levy | View Details |
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Inglis Jail
26 Hwy 40 West, Inglis, FL 34449
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Levy | View Details |
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Williston Jail
5 Southwest 1st Ave, Williston, FL 32696
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Levy | View Details |
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Madison Jail
310 Southwest Rutledge St, Madison, FL 32340
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Madison | View Details |
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Bradenton Beach Jail
403 Highland Ave, Bradenton Beach, FL 34217
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Manatee | View Details |
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Bradenton Jail
100 10th St West, Bradenton, FL 34205
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Manatee | View Details |
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Holmes Beach Jail
5801 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, FL 34217
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Manatee | View Details |
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Longboat Key Jail
5460 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key, FL 34228
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Manatee | View Details |
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Palmetto Jail
1115 10th St West, Palmetto, FL 34221
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Manatee | View Details |
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Belleview Jail
5350 Southeast 110th St, Belleview, FL 34420
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Marion | View Details |
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Dunnellon Jail
12014 South Williams St, Dunnellon, FL 34432
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Marion | View Details |
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Ocala Jail
402 South Pine Ave, Ocala, FL 34471
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Marion | View Details |
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Sewall's Point Jail
One South Sewall's Point Road, Sewall's Point, FL 34996
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Martin | View Details |
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Stuart Jail
830 SE Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Stuart, FL 34994
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Martin | View Details |
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Key West Jail
1604 North Roosevelt Blvd, Key West, FL 33040
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Monroe | View Details |
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Fernandina Beach Jail
1525 Lime St, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
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Nassau | View Details |
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Crestview Jail
201 Stillwell Blvd, Crestview, FL 32539
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Okaloosa | View Details |
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Fort Walton Beach Jail
7 Hollywood Blvd Northeast
PO Box 4009, Fort Walton Beach, F...
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Okaloosa | View Details |
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Niceville Jail
212 North Partin Drive, Niceville, FL 32578
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Okaloosa | View Details |
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Shalimar Jail
Two Cherokee Drive, Shalimar, FL 32579
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Okaloosa | View Details |
City Jails in Other States
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