How to Search for an Inmate
Online Search
Visit the Alachua County inmate search portal:
Alachua County Inmate Search →
Search by the inmate's full legal name or booking number. The system shows current custody status, charges, bail amount, and court dates.
By Phone
Call Alachua County Jail at (352) 491-4462. Have the inmate's full name and date of birth ready.
What Information Is Available?
- Custody status — Currently housed or released
- Booking date/time
- Charges — What they were arrested for
- Bail amount — Set by the judge
- Court dates — Upcoming appearances
- Mugshot — In most cases
Found Them? Start the Bail Process
Once you know the bail amount and charges, call QuickBail at (941) 477-6888 to start the bail bond process immediately.
About Alachua County Jail
Alachua County Jail is the primary detention facility for Alachua County, located at 3333 NE 39th Ave, Gainesville, FL. The facility is operated by the Alachua County Sheriff's Office. For general inquiries, call (352) 491-4462.
The online inmate database is typically updated within 2-4 hours of booking. If a recent arrest doesn't appear online yet, call the jail directly. The database may also show inmates who have been transferred to other facilities or released.
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