Arrested in Branford? All Suwannee County bookings process through the Suwannee County Jail. We connect you with licensed local bondsmen.
Branford is a small town in southern Suwannee County. There is no town police; the Suwannee County Sheriff's Office (SCSO) provides law enforcement. All arrests transport to the Suwannee County Jail in Live Oak, about 30 minutes north.
Branford sits on the Suwannee River and is known as the "Freshwater Spring Diving Capital of America." Nearby springs including Ichetucknee Springs (east) and Troy Spring attract divers and tubers. FWC patrols the river for BUI and boating violations.
US-129 and US-27 intersect in Branford. US-129 connects to Live Oak and Chiefland; US-27 connects to High Springs and Perry. Traffic enforcement at this rural crossroads is handled by SCSO and FHP. The town serves as a supply point for river visitors.
The Suwannee River forms the border with Lafayette County (Mayo) to the west. Branford is the primary commercial center for residents of eastern Lafayette County. Arrests across the river in Lafayette County go to the Mayo jail, not Live Oak.
The Suwannee County Clerk at (386) 362-0500 handles case lookups. The 3rd Circuit covers seven rural North Florida counties. The Suwannee County Courthouse in Live Oak handles proceedings. The drive from Branford to the Live Oak jail extends the booking process.
The Suwannee River Rendezvous resort and campground near Branford attracts tourists and RV travelers. The facility generates seasonal enforcement. The town's small size means community policing is highly personalized. SCSO maintains a visible presence in the town center to support the local businesses that serve the river tourism economy.
Surety bonds (10% non-refundable premium) and cash bonds are accepted. Bonding agents must be registered with the Suwannee County Clerk of Court. Call (941) 477-6888 to reach a registered Suwannee 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.
A licensed Suwannee County bondsman is standing by.