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This page lists all 103 county jails in Florida. You can browse by county below, search for specific facilities, or navigate to related pages.
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About County Jails in Florida
Understanding county jails in the Florida
Welcome to the most complete and up-to-date directory of county jails and correctional facilities in Florida. This page lists every active county-level detention facility operating across Florida, providing families, attorneys, bail bondsmen, social workers, and the general public with fast, reliable access to accurate information about county-level incarceration. County jails are often the first longer-term facility a person is sent to after initial arrest and police booking, making this directory essential for anyone trying to locate a recently arrested loved one.
What Are County Jails and How Do They Work?
County jails in Florida are local correctional facilities operated by the county sheriff's office or county department of corrections. They serve as the primary point of longer-term detention for individuals awaiting trial, unable to make bail, or serving shorter sentences for misdemeanor offenses.
The county jail system is decentralized — each county operates its own facility tailored to its population size, court system, and law enforcement needs. This means county jails vary significantly in size, capacity, programming, and conditions.
How County Jails Differ From Other Facilities
- County Jails: Operated by sheriff's office. Hold pretrial detainees, those unable to make bail, misdemeanor sentences under one year.
- City/Municipal Jails: Operated by city police. Shorter holds immediately after arrest before county transfer.
- Police Lockups: Short-term holding (24-72 hours) during initial booking and processing.
- State Prisons: Operated by Florida's DOC for felony sentences over one year.
- Federal Prisons: Operated by Federal Bureau of Prisons for federal crimes.
Types of County Correctional Facilities
- County Jail: Standard county detention facility serving the general pretrial and sentenced misdemeanor population.
- County Correctional Center: Larger facility with expanded programming, multiple housing units, and specialized services.
- County Detention Center: Often houses higher proportion of pretrial detainees or federal contract inmates.
- County Work Release Center: Minimum-security allowing day employment with evening return.
- County Medical/Mental Health Facility: Specialized units for inmates requiring ongoing medical or mental health care.
- County Honor Farm: Minimum-security where inmates perform outdoor work assignments.
How to Use This Directory
- Browse the full directory of all county jails in Florida by scrolling below.
- Filter by county using the dropdown to narrow results to a specific county.
- Switch states using the state selector to load county jails in any other US state.
- Click any facility to open its dedicated page with contact details and inmate search.
- Locate an inmate using the search feature on any facility page or our main inmate locator.
Finding an Inmate in a County Jail
County jails maintain their own inmate databases, and most offer online inmate lookup tools through the county sheriff's website. The fastest way to find someone is to identify the county where they were arrested using the directory below, then visit that facility's dedicated page to use the inmate search feature. You can also use our free US inmate locator tool to search across all county jails simultaneously.
Visitation
Policies vary considerably — some jails offer in-person contact visits, others have non-contact or video visitation only. Check visitation rules for the specific facility before planning a visit. Click any facility to view its complete visitation guidelines.
Calling an Inmate
Phone calls are outbound only from pre-approved numbers. Your number must be registered with the facility's phone provider and a prepaid account funded. Read our calling guide for complete setup instructions.
Getting Bail
Once bail is set at arraignment, pay it directly to the county jail or court, or work with a licensed bail bondsman who will post bail for a fee of 10-15% of the total amount.
Programs Available
Larger county jails typically offer GED and literacy programs, substance abuse counseling, religious services, and sometimes vocational training. Program availability varies significantly by facility size and resources.
Sheriff's Role
In most counties, the sheriff's office operates and manages the county jail. The sheriff is accountable for safe, humane, and legally compliant operation, including staffing, programming, medical services, and state/federal compliance.
Release & Reentry
Release can happen through bail, sentence completion, dismissal of charges, or court order. The transition back to daily life requires planning for employment, family reconnection, court-ordered supervision, and financial stability.
Frequently Asked Questions
County Jails by County in Florida
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Filter County Jails by County
Florida has County 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 County 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 County Jails in Florida
Complete listing of county jails
Browse the Complete List of County Jails in Florida
The full directory of county jails and correctional facilities in Florida is displayed below. Every active county-operated detention facility is included in this listing. Each entry includes the facility name, operating county, location, address, security classification, and contact information. County jails are operated by the county sheriff's office or county department of corrections and serve as the primary detention facility for the county's pretrial population and sentenced misdemeanor offenders.
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Lake County FL Jail & Detention Center
551 West Main St, Tavares, FL 32778
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Lake | View Details |
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Lee County FL Jail
2501 Ortiz Ave, Ft. Meyers, FL 33905
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Lee | View Details |
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Lee County FL Maximum Security Jail
2115 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Ft. Meyers, FL 33901
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Lee | View Details |
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Leon County FL Jail
535 Appleyard Drive
PO Box 2278, Tallahassee, FL 32316
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Leon | View Details |
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Levy County Jail
9150 NE 80th Ave, Bronson, FL 32621
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Levy | View Details |
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Liberty County FL Jail
12499 Pogo St, Bristol, FL 32321
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Liberty | View Details |
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Madison County FL Jail
823 Pinckney St, Madison, FL 32340
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Madison | View Details |
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Manatee County Jail
14470 Harlee Rd, Palmetto, FL 34221
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Manatee | View Details |
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Marion County FL Jail
700 Northwest 30th Ave, Ocala, FL 34475-5600
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Marion | View Details |
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Martin County FL Jail
800 Southeast Monterey Road, Stuart, FL 34994
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Martin | View Details |
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Monroe County FL - Marathon Detention Center, Key Vaca
3981 Ocean Terr, Marathon, FL 33050
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Monroe | View Details |
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Monroe County FL - Plantation Key Detention Center
53 Highpoint Rd, Tavernier, FL 33070
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Monroe | View Details |
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Monroe County FL - Stock Island Detention Center, Key West
5501 College Rd, Key West, FL 33040
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Monroe | View Details |
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Nassau County FL Jail and Detention Center
76001 Bobby Moore Circle, Yulee, FL 32097
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Nassau | View Details |
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Okaloosa County Jail & Corrections
1200 East James Lee Blvd, Crestview, FL 32539-3114
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Okaloosa | View Details |
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Okeechobee County Jail
504 NW 4th St
PO Drawer 1397, Okeechobee, FL 34973
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Okeechobee | View Details |
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Okeechobee County Juvenile Detention
1301 Bell Ave, Ft. Pierce, FL 34982
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Okeechobee | View Details |
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Orange County Booking & Release Center (BRC)
3855 South John Young Pkwy
PO Box 4970, Orlando, FL 32802-4...
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Orange | View Details |
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Orange County FL Horizon Facility Jail
3723 Vision Blvd, Orlando, FL 32802-4970
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Orange | View Details |
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Orange County FL Corrections
3855 South John Young Parkway
PO Box 4970, Orlando, FL 32802...
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Orange | View Details |
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Orange County FL Female Detention Center
3855 South John Young Parkway
PO Box 4970, Orlando, FL 3280...
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Orange | View Details |
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Orange County FL Genesis Facility Jail
33rd St. Corrections Complex
Vision Blvd
PO Box 4970, Orland...
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Orange | View Details |
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Orange County FL Main Facility Jail
3723 Vision Blvd, Orlando, FL 32802
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Orange | View Details |
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Orange County FL Phoenix Facility Jail
3855 John Young Parkway
PO Box 4970, Orlando, FL 32802-4970
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Orange | View Details |
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Orange County FL Work Release Center
Orange County Corrections Department
PO Box 4970, Orlando,...
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Orange | View Details |
County Jails in Other States
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Explore County Jails in Other States
Looking for county jails beyond Florida? We've got you covered. Use the state selectors below to instantly switch to a full directory of county jails in any other US state. Whether you need to look up facilities in a neighboring state or search across the country, our nationwide directory makes it simple to find the information you need in just a few clicks.