Arrested in Lutz? All Hillsborough County bookings process through the Falkenburg Road Jail. We connect you with licensed local bondsmen.
Lutz is a massive unincorporated suburban community that straddles the border of Hillsborough and Pasco counties. There is no city police. Law enforcement is handled by either the Hillsborough County Sheriff (HCSO) or the Pasco County Sheriff (PCSO), depending entirely on which side of the county line the arrest occurs.
If arrested on the Hillsborough side, transport is to the Falkenburg Road Jail or Orient Road Jail in Tampa. If arrested on the Pasco side, transport is to the Land O' Lakes Jail. Bail bondsmen must verify the arresting agency before starting paperwork. The two jails are in completely opposite directions.
US-41 (Florida Avenue) runs north-south through Lutz, while SR-54 runs east-west near the county line. The intersections of these massive multi-lane highways generate extreme commuter traffic, high accident rates, and constant traffic enforcement from both sheriff's offices and FHP.
The Hillsborough side of Lutz is characterized by affluent, established residential subdivisions (like Cheval) and large equestrian estates. Property crime and domestic disturbances are the primary law enforcement calls. The Pasco side has seen explosive new development, requiring PCSO to rapidly expand its patrol presence.
You must contact the correct clerk. Hillsborough County Clerk: (813) 276-8100. Pasco County Clerk: (727) 847-8110. Cross-jurisdictional confusion during the initial booking process is very common.
Lutz is dotted with numerous small lakes and wetlands, which dictates the winding, unconnected nature of its residential roads. This topography makes high-speed pursuits dangerous and requires deputies to rely heavily on aviation support (helicopters) to track fleeing suspects. The community's strong identity, despite being split between two counties, means residents frequently rely on organized neighborhood watch programs to augment law enforcement.
Surety bonds (10% non-refundable premium) and cash bonds are accepted. Bonding agents must be registered with the Hillsborough County Clerk of Court. Call (941) 477-6888 to reach a registered Hillsborough 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 Hillsborough County bondsman is standing by.