Lake County Jail
Bail Bonds - Tavares, FL
Need to bail someone out of Lake County Jail? We connect you with a licensed bail bondsman in under 5 minutes - available 24/7, day or night.
A bail bond at Lake County Jail costs 10% of the total bail amount - regulated by Florida law. For example, if bail is set at $5,000, you pay $500. QuickBail connects you with a licensed bondsman who posts the bond and begins release processing. Average release time is 4-8 hours after bond is posted.
About Lake County Jail
Lake County Jail is operated by the Lake County Sheriff's Office, serving Lake County and the greater Tavares area. The facility is located at 551 W Main St, Tavares, FL 32778.
When someone is arrested in Lake County, they are typically booked into this facility. Bail is usually set at the defendant's first appearance before a judge, which generally occurs within 24 hours of arrest.
How to Bail Someone Out
The bail process at Lake County Jail follows standard Florida procedures:
- Get the booking info. Look up the defendant's full name, date of birth, and booking number on the Lake County Sheriff's inmate search at www.lcso.org
- Contact QuickBail. Call (941) 477-6888 or submit your info online. We're available 24/7, including holidays.
- Connect with a bondsman. A licensed Lake County bail bondsman will contact you within 5 minutes, verify the charges and bond amount, and walk you through the paperwork.
- Bond is posted. The bondsman posts the bail with the court and the defendant begins processing for release - typically 4-8 hours at Lake County Jail.
Bail Bond Cost
The cost of a bail bond in Lake County is 10% of the total bail amount, mandated by the Florida Department of Financial Services. This fee is non-refundable.
| Bail Amount | You Pay (10%) |
|---|---|
| $2,500 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $25,000 | $2,500 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
Warning: Be cautious of any bail bond company advertising rates below 10% - they may be violating Florida law. Always verify your bondsman is licensed through the Florida Department of Financial Services.
Inmate Search
The Lake County Sheriff's Office maintains an online inmate search portal. You can search by name or booking number to find current inmates, view charges, bond amounts, and booking photos.
Search inmates at: www.lcso.org
Location & Directions
Lake County Jail is located at 551 W Main St, Tavares, FL 32778. Use the map below for directions to the facility.
Frequently Asked Questions
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