Arrested in Southwest Ranches? All Broward County bookings process through the Broward County Main Jail. We connect you with licensed local bondsmen.
Southwest Ranches is an incorporated town in western Broward County. Uniquely, the town contracts with the neighboring Davie Police Department for law enforcement, rather than the Sheriff's Office. All arrests transport to the Broward County Main Jail in Fort Lauderdale, about 30 minutes east.
Southwest Ranches was specifically incorporated to preserve its rural, equestrian lifestyle and prevent the massive suburban annexation occurring in neighboring Pembroke Pines. The town strictly mandates large-acreage zoning and prohibits sidewalks or streetlights. Law enforcement focuses on property protection and livestock issues.
Griffin Road and Sheridan Street are the primary east-west arteries bordering the town. Because the interior roads are designed to discourage cut-through traffic, Davie PD focuses traffic enforcement on these perimeter roads to prevent speeding commuters from entering the quiet residential zones.
The town consists of massive, affluent estates and working horse ranches. Violent crime and commercial property crime are virtually non-existent. Davie PD functions as a highly visible deterrent, actively monitoring contractors and providing rapid response to residential alarms in the isolated acreages.
The Broward County Clerk at (954) 831-6565 handles case lookups. The 17th Circuit courthouse is in downtown Fort Lauderdale. Arrests within Southwest Ranches are incredibly rare; the contract with Davie PD ensures premium municipal service without compromising the town's rural identity.
Southwest Ranches actively enforces zoning laws that protect its agricultural and equestrian heritage. Davie PD officers assigned to the town frequently deal with issues surrounding loose horses, illegal dumping on vacant acreage, and ensuring contractors adhere to the strict noise and building ordinances designed to maintain the rural peace.
Surety bonds (10% non-refundable premium) and cash bonds are accepted. Bonding agents must be registered with the Broward County Clerk of Court. Call (941) 477-6888 to reach a registered Broward 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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