Jefferson County Inmate Release Database

Jefferson County released inmates are tracked by the Sheriff's Office in Monticello. The jail facility at 171 Industrial Park keeps records of all people who have been in custody. You can call 850.997.5094 to ask about someone who was locked up or recently let go. Staff can check the records and tell you if the person is still in jail or has been released. No online search tool is available, so you must call or visit in person to get info. Releases happen at different times based on when paperwork is done or when someone posts bond. The Sheriff's Office has records going back years if you need to look up old data.

Sheriff's Inmate Records

The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office is located at 171 Industrial Park in Monticello, Florida 32344. You can reach them at 850.997.5094. The jail is part of the same complex. Staff at the office can help you find out if someone is in custody or has been released.

There is no online inmate search for Jefferson County. You need to call or go to the office in person. When you call, give them the full name of the person you want to find. A date of birth helps too. Staff will look up the person in their system and tell you what they find.

If the person is in jail, they can tell you when they were booked and what charges they face. If the person has been released, they can give you the date they got out. Some info may not be shared over the phone due to privacy rules, but basic booking and release dates are usually public.

How to Search for Released Inmates

Call the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office at 850.997.5094 to find out if someone has been released. Tell the staff member the name of the person you are looking for. They will search the jail records and let you know the status.

If you prefer to visit in person, go to 171 Industrial Park in Monticello. Bring a valid ID with you. In-person visits may let you see records on paper or ask more detailed questions. Staff can pull up booking reports and release dates for you to view.

For official copies of records, you may need to file a public records request. Ask the staff how to do this when you call or visit. There may be fees for copies or search time. The agency will tell you the cost before they start work on your request.

State Released Inmate Lookup

Jefferson County Jail holds people waiting for trial or serving short sentences. People convicted of felonies and given long terms go to state prison. If someone is not in the county jail, they may be in a state facility. The Florida Department of Corrections runs all state prisons.

Use the FDC Offender Search at pubapps.fdc.myflorida.com to look for state inmates. Enter the person's name or DC number. The system shows where they are housed and their expected release date. This database updates nightly, so the info is current.

The FDC also has a release information search. This tool lists people who have been let go from state prisons. It includes those released recently and those scheduled for future release. The database updates every night. If you cannot find someone in the current inmate population, check the release search.

For help with state inmate searches, call the FDC Bureau of Classification and Central Records at 850.488.9859. You can also email central.classification@fdc.myflorida.com for questions about inmate locations or release dates.

Florida Public Records Law

Chapter 119 of the Florida Statutes is the Public Records Act. This law says government agencies must provide access to most records. Jail records, booking reports, and release dates fall under this law. You can request these records from the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office.

Some records are confidential and cannot be released. Section 945.10 lists exemptions. Medical files, mental health records, and substance abuse treatment data are protected. Victim statements and witness protection info are also confidential. Juvenile records are protected under Section 985.04.

To request records, contact the Sheriff's Office at 850.997.5094. Explain what you need. The agency will review your request and tell you if the records are available. They may charge fees for copies or extensive searches. Section 119.07 allows agencies to charge for supervision and technology use.

If your request is denied, the agency must tell you which exemption applies. You may have the right to appeal the decision or seek legal review. For complex requests, consider working with an attorney who knows public records law.

Nearby Counties

Other counties near Jefferson County also keep their own jail records and release information.