Find Florida Inmate Records

Florida inmate records are documents containing all information on offenders incarcerated in correctional facilities in Florida. Upon incarceration, the incarcerating agency creates, maintains, and disseminates information about an inmate's conviction, location, and incarceration status. These records may also contain personal identifying information, including the inmate's name, date of birth, fingerprints, race, gender, ethnicity, and identification numbers. The Florida Department of Corrections (FDC) is the state's central custodian of inmate records.

Are Incarceration Records Public Information in Florida?

Yes, inmate records are public in Florida per Chapter 119 and Section 945.10 of Florida Statutes and Florida's Sunshine Law. Therefore, incarcerating agencies are generally required to make non-sensitive inmate records accessible to the public upon request. However, individual records that contain sensitive information may be restricted from public access by law or court order. These include medical and educational records on an inmate. Likewise, records of juvenile offenders are not accessible to the public.

What Information is Contained in a Florida Inmate Record?

Inmate records generally contain information collected from the point of conviction until the release of the incarcerated person and parole status. Besides identifying information, inmate records may contain criminal history details, such as conviction information. Typically, inmate records contain such information as:

• Name & Aliases
• Date of birth
• Gender
• Race
• Ethnicity
• Current Prison Sentence History
• Current Correctional Facility
• Incarceration History (jail time served)
• Prior Sentence History (including all offenses)
• Department of Corrections Identification number

Where Do I Look Up An Inmate in Florida?

Offenders sentenced to less than one year typically serve time in county jails. The Sheriff's Office or local Department of Corrections maintains records of persons incarcerated in local jails. On the other hand, offenders sentenced to serve more than one year are sent to state prisons. The Florida Department of Corrections (FDC) is the official custodian of records on offenders incarcerated in state prisons.

How Do I Conduct An Inmate Search in Florida?

To look up inmate records locally in person or by mail, requesters may contact the County Sheriff's Office or send a written request in a self-addressed stamped envelope. Also, the requester must contact the Sheriff's Office to get an estimate of the associated costs. For example, to conduct an inmate search in Nassau County, visit or send a mail request to:

Nassau County Jail
76212 Nicholas Cutinha Road
Yulee, FL 32097
(904) 548-4002

At the state level, the Florida Department of Corrections (FDC) is the central custodian of records on offenders incarcerated in state prisons. The Department may estimate the costs of conducting an inmate search. Direct requests to:

Florida Department of Corrections
501 South Calhoun Street,
Tallahassee, FL 32399-2500
Phone: (850) 717-3605
Fax: (850) 922-4316
FDCCitizenServices@fdc.myflorida.com

Information obtained online typically contains the booking information on the inmates and mugshots. At the local level, requesters may obtain inmates' information on the local sheriff or jail website. For example, Nassau County maintains information on inmates on its website. At the state level, requestors may look up information on inmates using the Offender Search tool provided by the Florida Department of Corrections. For example, information on inmates incarcerated at Cross City Correctional Institution.

Likewise, a requester may access publicly available inmate records on FloridaCourtRecords.us. To query the search engine, provide the record's location and the name of the individual involved. However, sensitive information and juvenile records are not available.

How Can I Find an Inmate for Free in Florida?

Generally, the only option to find inmate information at no cost is to conduct an online search of the public database maintained on jail websites. Other means (in-person and mail requests) will typically incur the cost of copying the records and conducting the search.

In Florida, some records may be accessed through third-party information providers. These websites often compile data from several counties or agencies, making it easier to search across different jurisdictions. To use either a state-managed or third-party database, searchers generally need to provide:

• The name of the person linked to the record, unless that person is a minor.
• The geographic location associated with the record, such as the county or city of residence or arrest.

Since Florida government agencies do not operate these platforms, information on them can vary in completeness and accuracy.

How to Find Old Inmate Records in Florida

The Florida Department of Corrections maintains archived information on released inmates online. To find old inmates' records in Florida, visit the FDC portal and query the database with the inmate's name and ID number.

Inmate Release Date Lookup In Florida

The Florida Department of Corrections (FDC) offers a robust Offender Network where the public can search for inmate release dates, facility assignments, and sentencing information. The search may be conducted by name, alias, or DC number. Inquiries may also be directed to:

Florida Department of Corrections – Bureau of Admission and Release
501 South Calhoun Street
Tallahassee, FL 32399-2500
Phone: (850) 488-5021

The online database is free to use. Formal requests for certified records may involve costs, typically around 15 cents per page for copies, as authorized under Florida law.

How Do I Find Inmate Death Records in Florida?

The Florida Department of Corrections (FDC) maintains extensive data and information on inmate mortality and in-custody deaths. The district Medical Examiner determines the cause of death and maintains death records on inmates in all prisons, whether natural (cancer, respiratory issues, or other conditions) or non-natural (suicide, homicide, or accidental).

Under section 945.10(1)(a) of Florida Statutes, inmate and offender death records are confidential and exempt from the open records provisions of Chapter 119 of Florida Statutes. However, the district Medical Examiner Autopsy has the discretion to release the results, cause, and manner of death of Florida inmates. The state maintains all Florida District Medical Examiners' official list and contact information.

How Long Does it Take For an Inmate's Information to Be Published in Florida Inmate Locator?

The time it takes to publish information about a newly incarcerated offender generally differs with the jail and jurisdiction. While some jails may publish information on inmates after they complete booking, other jails update information about current inmates at intervals, usually at midnight.

How do I Conduct a Federal Prison Inmate Search?

Generally, Federal Prisons in Florida are under the federal government's jurisdiction and house offenders who have violated federal laws. Requesters may visit or contact the Federal Prison directly to request information on an inmate of interest. Likewise, information on inmates currently housed at Florida Federal Prisons is accessible on the inmate locator. Either way, the searcher must know the inmate's ID and full name. To narrow down the search, the requester may also provide information such as approximate age, sex, and birth date.

Visitors to Florida Federal Prisons must be fully and appropriately dressed. Furthermore, visitors must be on the inmate's visitation list and pre-approved by the Bureau of Prisons. Likewise, all visitors must carry a government-issued photo ID and know the visiting schedule for the prison. However, requesters may contact the particular prison for any other specific questions and inquiries.

List of Federal Prisons in Florida

A list of the addresses and contact information of Federal Prisons in Florida is as follows:

Federal Correctional Institute (FCI) Mariana
3625 FCI Road,
Marianna, Jackson County, FL 32446
Phone: (850) 526-2313
Fax: (850) 718-2014
Email: MNA/ExecAssistant@bop.gov

Federal Correctional Institute (FCI) Pensacola
110 Raby Avenue,
Pensacola, Escambia County, FL 32509
Phone: (850) 457-1911
Fax: (850) 458-7291
Email: PEN/ExecAssistant@bop.gov

501 Capital Circle,
North East,
Tallahassee, Leon County, FL 32301
Phone: (850) 878-2173
Fax: (850) 671-6105
Email: TAL/ExecAssistant@bop.gov

Federal Correctional Institute (FCI) Miami
15801 Southwest,
137th Avenue,
Miami, Miami-Dade County, FL 33177
Phone: (305) 259-2100
Fax: (305) 259-2160
Email: MIA/ExecAssistant@bop.gov

United States Penitentiary (USP) Coleman I
846 North East,
54th Terrace, Sumterville, FL 33521
Phone: (352) 689-6000
Fax: (352) 689-6012
Email: COA/PublicInformation@bop.gov

United States Penitentiary (USP) Coleman II
846 North East,
54th Terrace, Sumterville, FL 33521
Phone: (352) 689-7000
Fax: (352) 689-7012
Email: COA/PublicInformation@bop.gov

Federal Correctional Institute (FCI) Coleman - Low
846 North East,
54th Terrace, Sumterville, FL 33521
Phone: (352) 689-4000
Fax: (352) 689-4008
Email: COA/PublicInformation@bop.gov

Federal Correctional Institute (FCI) Coleman - Medium
846 North East,
54th Terrace,
Sumterville, FL 33521
Phone: (352) 689-5000
Fax: (352) 689-5027
Email: COA/PublicInformation@bop.gov

Why Is An Inmate Not Showing Up In Search?

In Florida, an inmate might not appear in an online search if held in federal custody, transferred to another jurisdiction, or recently booked without updating the database. Juvenile records are shielded from public disclosure by law. Technical system issues or spelling discrepancies in the search fields can also prevent results from showing. Inmates in special protective custody programs may also have restricted information to preserve safety.