Arrested in Avon Park? All Highlands County bookings process through the Highlands County Jail. We connect you with licensed local bondsmen.
Avon Park has its own police department (APPD) serving this Highlands County city. All arrests transport to the Highlands County Jail in Sebring, about 15 minutes south at 434 Fernleaf Avenue. Phone: (863) 402-7200. Avon Park is the oldest city in Highlands County.
The Avon Park Air Force Range east of the city is one of the largest military training ranges in the eastern United States. Military personnel who are arrested off-range in Avon Park go through the standard Highlands County booking process. South Florida State College's main campus is in Avon Park, contributing a student population. The US-27 corridor through Avon Park sees traffic enforcement.
South Florida State College's main campus in Avon Park serves students from Highlands, Hardee, and DeSoto counties. Campus security handles minor incidents, but serious crimes involve APPD or the Highlands County Sheriff. Student arrests process through the standard Highlands County booking system at the Sebring jail. The campus brings cultural events including performances at the Alan Jay Wildstein Center for the Performing Arts.
Highlands Ridge and Sun 'N Lake are residential communities near Avon Park with significant retirement populations. The seasonal influx of snowbirds increases patrol activity and changes enforcement patterns between November and April. APPD's non-emergency line is (863) 452-4400. The Highlands County Clerk at (863) 402-6565 handles case lookups.
Surety bonds (10% non-refundable premium) and cash bonds are accepted. Bonding agents must be registered with the Highlands County Clerk of Court. Call (941) 477-6888 to reach a registered Highlands County bondsman who can post at the facility.
All arrests in these cities are processed through the county jail. The booking and bail process described above applies to every one of them.
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