Arrested in Lake Butler? All Union County bookings process through the Union County Jail. We connect you with licensed local bondsmen.
Lake Butler is the county seat of Union County. The Union County Jail is centrally located at 55 W. Main Street, Lake Butler, FL 32054. Phone: (386) 496-2501. The Union County Sheriff handles all law enforcement, as there is no city police department.
Union County is home to a massive complex of state prisons, including Union Correctional Institution (Death Row) and the Reception and Medical Center (RMC). The Florida Department of Corrections (FDC) is the largest employer. Law enforcement heavily involves coordinating with FDC on prison-related security.
State Roads 100 and 121 intersect in Lake Butler. These highways carry significant commercial and commuter traffic through the small rural town. Traffic enforcement, particularly speed control through the city limits, is the primary visible law enforcement activity for UCSO deputies.
The town sits on the shore of Lake Butler (the actual lake). Palatka-Lake Butler State Trail runs through the area. FWC monitors the lake and surrounding agricultural lands. The town's small size and county seat status mean the courthouse, jail, and sheriff's office are all within blocks of each other.
The Union County Clerk at (386) 496-3711 handles case lookups. The 8th Circuit covers six counties. The Union County Courthouse is adjacent to the jail on Main Street. The justice process in Lake Butler is highly localized and centralized.
The presence of the state prison complex fundamentally shapes the local economy and law enforcement landscape in Lake Butler. Many residents are employed by the Department of Corrections. UCSO deputies are highly trained in handling prison-related incidents, including contraband interdiction on the rural roads approaching the facilities, and coordinating massive manhunts in the event of an escape.
Surety bonds (10% non-refundable premium) and cash bonds are accepted. Bonding agents must be registered with the Union County Clerk of Court. Call (941) 477-6888 to reach a registered Union 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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