Method 1: Online Inmate Search (Fastest)
Every Florida county sheriff's office has an online inmate database that you can search for free. Visit our Florida Jail Directory to find the right county, then click through to their inmate search portal.
Search by the person's full legal name (first and last name). The database shows:
- Whether they are currently in custody
- Booking date and time
- Charges filed against them
- Bail amount (when set)
- Court dates
- Mugshot (in most counties)
Important: Online databases are typically updated within 2-4 hours of booking. If someone was just arrested, they may not appear in the system yet.
Method 2: Call the Jail Directly
If you can't find them online, call the county jail. You'll need their full legal name and date of birth. The booking desk can confirm whether the person is in custody.
Use our Jail Directory to find the phone number for any of Florida's 67 county jails.
Method 3: Check Multiple Counties
If you don't know which county the person was arrested in, you may need to check multiple counties. Start with the county where they live or were last seen, then expand to neighboring counties.
What to Do After You Find Them
Once you've confirmed they're in custody and know the bail amount, call QuickBail at (941) 477-6888 to start the bail process. A licensed bondsman contacts you within 5 minutes.
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