Arrested in Moore Haven? All Glades County bookings process through the Glades County Detention Center. We connect you with licensed local bondsmen.
Moore Haven is the county seat and the only incorporated municipality in Glades County. The Glades County Detention Center is located at 1297 East SR 78, Moore Haven, FL 33471. The Glades County Sheriff's Office handles all law enforcement, as there is no city police.
Moore Haven sits directly on the Caloosahatchee River as it exits Lake Okeechobee. The massive Moore Haven Lock and Dam is a critical piece of water infrastructure. FWC and the Sheriff's Office heavily patrol the waterways for commercial fishing violations and boating safety.
US-27 runs straight through the small town, serving as a major freight corridor connecting South Florida to the center of the state. Traffic enforcement, particularly involving commercial trucks, and accident response on this high-speed highway dominate the local law enforcement workload.
The Glades County Detention Center historically served as a massive contract facility for ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement). While federal detentions fluctuate, the facility itself is disproportionately large for a county with only 12,000 residents. The Sheriff's Office is highly integrated with federal authorities.
The Glades County Clerk at (863) 946-6010 handles case lookups. The 20th Circuit covers five counties. The courthouse is located centrally in Moore Haven. Despite its tiny size, the town's location makes it a strategic hub for law enforcement in South-Central Florida.
The Moore Haven Lock is a critical chokepoint for vessels traveling across Florida via the Okeechobee Waterway. FWC and the Glades County Sheriff's Office monitor this chokepoint for environmental compliance and boating safety. The town's economy is heavily tied to the agricultural operations surrounding the lake, and law enforcement is deeply integrated into the rural community fabric.
Surety bonds (10% non-refundable premium) and cash bonds are accepted. Bonding agents must be registered with the Glades County Clerk of Court. Call (941) 477-6888 to reach a registered Glades 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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