Baker County Released Inmates

Baker County keeps track of released inmates through the Sheriff's Office at 1 Sheriff's Office Drive in Macclenny, Florida 32063. The county jail is at the same place. When you want to find out if someone was let go from jail, you can call the 24-hour inmate information line at 904.259.3311. This line is available all day and all night for current custody and release questions. The main Sheriff's Office phone is 904.259.2231. Jail staff can tell you about recent releases and current inmates held at the facility.

Sheriff's Office Jail Records

The Baker County Sheriff's Office runs the county jail located at the main office in Macclenny. This facility books all people arrested in Baker County by local police and the Sheriff's deputies. The jail processes bookings every day and handles releases when inmates post bond or finish their sentence.

Call 904.259.3311 for the 24-hour inmate information line. This phone number is your best option for quick questions about current inmates or recent releases. Staff can tell you if someone is in custody right now or if they were released. For more detailed questions, you can call the main office at 904.259.2231 during business hours. The Sheriff's Office handles all inmate records and can help you find information about past bookings or releases that are not in the current system.

Baker County is a small county so the jail does not hold as many people as larger facilities in the state. Most inmates who are sentenced to longer terms get sent to state prison instead of staying in the county jail. The jail mainly holds pretrial inmates waiting for court dates and people serving short sentences for misdemeanor crimes.

How to Find Baker County Inmate Release Data

Baker County does not have a public online inmate search listed in state resources. The best way to check on an inmate is to call the 24-hour line at 904.259.3311. When you call, have the person's full name ready. Staff will look them up in the jail system and tell you their status.

If someone was released, the staff can often tell you when they got out. For more details about the release, you may need to submit a public records request. Chapter 119 of the Florida Statutes requires the Sheriff's Office to provide most jail records to the public. Some information like medical files and certain victim data stays confidential under Section 945.10.

When you need written records, contact the Sheriff's Office at the main number and ask about their public records process. You may be asked to put your request in writing with as much detail as possible. Include the full name of the inmate, any known booking dates, and what information you need. The office will review your request and let you know if there are any costs for copies or search time.

State Released Inmates

People convicted of felonies in Baker County often get sent to state prison. The Florida Department of Corrections manages all state facilities and keeps records on every state prisoner. You can search for state inmates at pubapps.fdc.myflorida.com. This database shows current location, charges, and projected release dates for state prisoners.

The inmate release information search on the FDC website gets updated every night. You can see when someone is scheduled to be released or if they have already been let go. Some inmates are released on conditional programs while others serve their full sentence. After release, many people are placed on supervision or probation. The supervised population search lets you check if someone is on state supervision after leaving prison.

Call the FDC Bureau of Admission and Release at 850.488.9167 for questions about state release dates. Email them at dc.release@fdc.myflorida.com. For general FDC questions, call 850.488.7052. The main office is at 501 South Calhoun Street in Tallahassee, Florida 32399-2500.

Released Inmate Records Access

Florida law makes most jail records public. Under Chapter 119, you can request booking records, arrest reports, and release information from the Sheriff's Office. The law requires agencies to respond to requests in a reasonable time. They can charge fees for copies and for staff time spent searching for records.

Not all inmate information is public. Section 945.10 lists exemptions including medical and mental health records, substance abuse treatment files, and information that could put someone's safety at risk. Juvenile records are confidential under Section 985.04. Victim information and witness protection details also stay sealed.

Section 119.07 gives agencies the right to charge for extensive searches or use of technology resources. They must give you a cost estimate before doing the work. If the cost is too high, you can narrow your request to reduce fees. Being specific about what you need helps keep costs down and speeds up the process.

Alternative Inmate Search Options

If you cannot find what you need through the Baker County Sheriff's Office, try other sources. The Clerk of Court may have case records that show when someone was booked into jail or released. Court files often include bond information and case outcomes that tell you if someone is still in custody.

The Florida Department of Law Enforcement maintains criminal history records for people arrested in Florida. You can request a criminal background check through FDLE, though there is a fee. This service shows arrests and convictions but may not have current custody status. For recent releases, the Sheriff's Office is still your best source.

Some third-party websites collect jail data from public sources. These sites may have Baker County inmate information, but they are not always up to date. The most accurate and current data comes directly from the Sheriff's Office. Always verify information from third-party sites by calling 904.259.3311.

Nearby Counties

Other counties near Baker also maintain their own jail systems and inmate records.