State Prisons in Florida

All State Prisons in Florida

Browse 159 state prisons across 59 counties in Florida

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About State Prisons in Florida

Understanding state prisons in the Florida

Welcome to the most comprehensive and up-to-date directory of state prisons in Florida. This page lists every active state correctional facility operating in Florida, providing families, legal professionals, researchers, and the general public with fast, reliable access to accurate information about state-level incarceration. Whether you need to locate an incarcerated loved one, find contact details for a specific facility, understand visitation procedures, or simply learn how the state prison system works in Florida, everything you need is right here.

Understanding the State Prison System in Florida

All state prisons listed on this page are operated by Florida's Department of Corrections (DOC). The DOC is responsible for the custody, care, and rehabilitation of all individuals serving felony sentences under Florida state law.

The state prison system is structured around a classification system that assigns each inmate to a facility based on factors including the severity of their offense, criminal history, behavior, and programming needs.

Types of State Prisons in Florida

The directory below includes multiple types of state correctional facilities:

  • Minimum Security Facilities: Lowest security level with access to work release or community programs.
  • Medium Security Facilities: Most common classification, housing the largest share of the state's inmate population.
  • Maximum Security Facilities: High-security institutions for inmates who pose greater safety risks.
  • Supermax / Administrative Segregation: Most restrictive housing for serious infractions or exceptional security risks.
  • State Correctional Centers for Women: Facilities with specialized programming including parenting classes and trauma-informed care.
  • Medical Facilities: Facilities providing ongoing medical or mental health care to inmates.
  • Youthful Offender Facilities: Facilities for younger adult offenders with age-appropriate programming.

How to Use This Directory

This page is designed to make finding state prison information as simple as possible:

  • Browse the full list of all state prisons in Florida by scrolling through the directory below.
  • Filter by county using the county dropdown to narrow down results to a specific region.
  • Switch states using the state selector to load a directory of state prisons in any other US state.
  • Click any facility in the list to open its dedicated page with full contact details and visitation information.
  • Search for an inmate using our free inmate locator tool on each facility page.

Finding an Inmate in a State Prison in Florida

If you are trying to locate a specific person currently incarcerated in a state prison in Florida, click on any facility in the list below to access its dedicated inmate search tool, or use our free US inmate locator to search by name across all state correctional facilities simultaneously. You can also search directly through Florida's Department of Corrections official website if you have the inmate's full legal name or DOC identification number.

Visiting a State Prison

Visiting requires advance planning and prior approval. All visitors must submit an application and receive written approval before their first visit. Click any facility to view specific visitation guidelines and download the visitor application.

Legal Help & Appeals

Unlike jails, individuals in state prison have already been sentenced. However, if your loved one is still in pretrial or sentencing phase, a skilled criminal defense attorney can negotiate plea agreements and potentially reduce sentence length.

Calling an Inmate

Phone calls are outbound only. Your number must be registered and approved with the facility's phone provider, and a prepaid account needs to be funded. Read our inmate calling guide for setup instructions.

Sending Money

Inmates rely on commissary funds for hygiene products, food items, clothing, and phone credits. Methods include online transfers, kiosk deposits, money orders, or approved third-party services depending on the facility.

Programs & Education

Most state prisons offer rehabilitative programs including GED and literacy education, vocational training, substance abuse treatment, cognitive behavioral therapy, and religious services. Check individual facility pages for availability.

Daily Life Inside

State prisons operate on structured daily schedules including wake-up times, meal periods, work or program assignments, recreation time, and lights-out. Inmates are assigned to housing units based on security classification and behavior.

Frequently Asked Questions

The total number of active state correctional facilities in Florida is shown at the top of the directory list on this page. This number is updated regularly to reflect any facility openings, closures, or reclassifications made by Florida's Department of Corrections.

All state prisons in Florida are operated by Florida's Department of Corrections (DOC), which is the state government agency responsible for managing felony-level incarceration, rehabilitation programs, and parole supervision. Some facilities may be privately operated under contract with the state DOC.

Yes. This page includes a built-in county filter that lets you narrow the full directory down to show only the state prisons located in a specific county within Florida. Use the dropdown above the list, and the results will update instantly.

Yes. Use the state selector tool on this page to instantly switch to a complete directory of state prisons in any other US state. Our database covers state correctional facilities across all 50 states.

State prisons in Florida are operated by Florida's Department of Corrections and house individuals convicted of violations of Florida state law. Federal prisons are operated by the Federal Bureau of Prisons and house individuals convicted of federal crimes. This page covers state facilities only. To find federal prisons in Florida, visit our dedicated federal prison directory.

Use our free US inmate locator tool to search by name across all state correctional facilities in Florida. You can also click on any facility in the directory below to access its individual inmate search tool, or search directly through Florida's Department of Corrections official website.

Most state prisons in Florida offer a range of rehabilitative, educational, and vocational programs designed to reduce reoffending and prepare inmates for successful reentry. These programs may include GED and literacy education, vocational and trade training, substance abuse treatment, cognitive behavioral therapy, and religious services. Program availability varies by facility.

All visitors to state prisons in Florida must be pre-approved before their first visit. Click on any facility in the directory below to access that prison's specific visitation guidelines, permitted hours, dress code requirements, and visitor application process. Always confirm the details directly with the facility before making the trip.

State Prisons by County in Florida

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Filter State Prisons by County

Florida has State Prisons 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 State Prisons 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 State Prisons in Florida

Complete listing of state prisons

Browse the Complete List of State Prisons in Florida

The full directory of state prisons in Florida is displayed below. Every active state correctional facility operated by Florida's Department of Corrections is included. Each entry includes the facility's name, location, county, security classification, and contact details. State prisons house individuals convicted of felony offenses serving sentences longer than one year and offer a broad range of rehabilitative, educational, and vocational programs.

Facility Name County Action
Leon Regional Juvenile Detention Center 2303 Ronellis Dr, Tallahassee, FL 32310
Leon View Details
FL DOC - Liberty Correctional Institution 11064 NW Dempsey Barron Rd, Bristol, FL 32321-9711
Liberty View Details
FL DOC - Liberty Work Camp - South Unit 11064 NW Dempsey Barron Rd, Bristol, FL 32321-0711
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FL DOC - Lowell Work Camp (Women) 11120 NW Gainesville Rd, Ocala, FL 34482
Lowell View Details
FL DOC - Madison Correctional Institution 382 SW MCI Way, Madison, FL 32340
Madison View Details
FL DOC - Madison Work Camp PO Box 692 382 SW MCI Way, Madison, FL 32340-4430
Madison View Details
Joann Bridges Academy - Female 950 Greenville Hills Road (SW 22nd Ave), Greenville, FL 3233...
Madison View Details
Manatee View Details
FL DOC - Florida Women's Reception Center 3700 NW 111th Pl, Ocala, FL 34482-1479
Marion View Details
FL DOC - Lowell Correctional Institution - Women 11120 NW Gainesville Rd, Ocala, FL 34482-1479
Marion View Details
FL DOC - Lowell Correctional Institution Annex - Women 11120 NW Gainesville Rd, Ocala, FL 34482-1479
Marion View Details
FL DOC - Marion Correctional Institution 3269 NW 105th St, Lowell, FL 32663-0158
Marion View Details
FL DOC - Marion Work Camp PO Box 158, Lowell, FL 32663-0158
Marion View Details
FL DOC - Re-Entry Center of Ocala 2006 N.E. 8th Road, Ocala, FL 34470-4231
Marion View Details
FL DOC - Martin Correctional Institution 1150 SW Allapattah Rd, Indiantown, FL 34956-4397
Martin View Details
FL DOC - Martin Work Camp 100 SW Allapattah Rd, Indiantown, FL 34956-4310
Martin View Details
FL DOC - Big Pine Key Road Prison 450 Key Deer Blvd, Big Pine Key, FL 33043-0509
Monroe View Details
Monroe Juvenile Detention Center 5503 College Road, First Floor, Key West, FL 33040
Monroe View Details
FL DOC - Okaloosa Correctional Institution 3189 Colonel Greg Malloy Rd, Crestview, FL 32539-6708
Okaloosa View Details
FL DOC - Okaloosa Work Camp 3189 Colonel Greg Malloy Rd, Crestview, FL 32539-6708
Okaloosa View Details
Santa Rosa Youth Academy 12364 Environmental Center Road, Holt, FL 32564
Okaloosa View Details
FL DOC - Okeechobee Correctional Institution 3420 NE 168th St, Okeechobee, FL 34972-4824
Okeechobee View Details
FL DOC - Central Florida Reception Center 7000 H C Kelley Rd, Orlando, FL 32831-2518
Orange View Details
FL DOC - Central Florida Reception Center, East Unit 7000 H C Kelley Rd, Orlando, FL 32831-2518
Orange View Details
FL DOC - Central Florida Reception Center, South Unit 7000 H C Kelley Rd, Orlando, FL 32831-2518
Orange View Details
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State Prisons in Other States

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Explore State Prisons in Other States

Looking for state prisons beyond Florida? We've got you covered. Use the state selectors below to instantly switch to a full directory of state prisons 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.