Find Union County Released Inmates

Union County handles released inmate records through the Sheriff's Office located in Lake Butler. The county runs a small jail facility that processes local arrests. When people are let go from Union County custody, their release information becomes part of the public record. You can look up inmates who have been released by reaching out to the Sheriff's Office. Union County is one of the smallest counties in Florida by population, but the jail still handles bookings from across the county. State prison facilities in the area may also hold people from Union County who were sentenced to longer terms.

Sheriff's Released Inmate Records

The Union County Sheriff's Office is at 50 Northwest 1st Street in Lake Butler, Florida 32054. The main phone is (386) 496-2501. This office runs the county jail and handles all arrests in Union County.

Union County is a rural area in North Central Florida. Lake Butler is the county seat. The jail serves a small population but still processes bookings and releases throughout the year. Deputies arrest people for local crimes, and the jail holds them until they post bond or go to court. Some people serve short sentences in the county jail. Others are transferred to state prison if they are convicted of felonies and sentenced to longer terms.

Union County sits near several state prison facilities. Florida State Prison, also known as Raiford, is located in the area. Many state inmates are housed near Union County, but they are in the state system, not the county jail. County jail records and state prison records are kept separate.

How to Search for Released Inmates

To find someone who was released from the Union County jail, call the Sheriff's Office at (386) 496-2501. Staff can look up the person in their records and tell you if they are still in custody or have been let go. They can also provide the release date.

Union County does not have an online inmate search portal listed on the state directory. You will need to contact the jail by phone or visit in person. When you call, have the person's full name ready. A date of birth or other identifying details can help staff find the right record.

If the person was held in state prison instead of county jail, use the Florida Department of Corrections database. The FDC offender search is at pubapps.fdc.myflorida.com. This portal shows current and released state inmates. The release information is updated nightly.

For public records requests, contact the Sheriff's Office directly. You may need to submit a written request to get detailed booking and release records. Fees may apply for copies or extensive searches.

State Prison Inmates and Releases

Union County is home to several major state prison facilities. Florida State Prison, Union Correctional Institution, and other facilities are in or near Union County. These prisons hold people convicted of felonies and sentenced to state prison time. State inmates do not appear in county jail records.

The Florida Department of Corrections manages all state prisons. If someone was released from a state facility, their records are in the FDC system. The Inmate Release Information Search shows people who have been released or are scheduled for release. This database is at pubapps.fdc.myflorida.com.

You can search by the person's name or DC number. The DC number is a six-character identifier assigned by the Department of Corrections. It is either all numbers or one letter followed by five numbers. If you have the DC number, your search will be more accurate.

For questions about state inmate releases, call the Bureau of Admission and Release at (850) 488-9167. You can also email dc.release@fdc.myflorida.com. State inmate information is updated nightly, so release dates and location changes appear quickly.

Public Access to Inmate Records

Florida law requires most government records to be open to the public. Chapter 119 of the Florida Statutes is the Public Records Act. Jail records, arrest records, and booking information fall under this law. You have the right to request and view these records.

Some information is confidential. Section 945.10 of Florida Statutes lists exemptions for the Department of Corrections. Medical records, mental health files, and substance abuse treatment records cannot be released without consent. Victim statements stay confidential. Witness protection information is also protected. Juvenile records are confidential under Section 985.04.

To request records from the Union County Sheriff's Office, call (386) 496-2501 and ask for records staff. You may need to fill out a request form. Agencies can charge fees for copies and for extensive searches. Section 119.07 allows for special service charges when fulfilling large or complex public records requests.

Florida Department of Corrections Resources

The Florida Department of Corrections maintains several databases. The Inmate Population Information Search shows people currently in state prison. The Inmate Release Information Search shows people who have been released or are scheduled for release. The Inmate Escape Information Search shows inmates who have escaped and have not been recaptured within the past 15 days.

The Supervised Population Information Search shows offenders under community supervision. This includes probation, parole, and community control. The Absconder/Fugitive Information Search shows offenders who have stopped reporting to their supervision officers.

You can search all of these databases at once using the main offender search portal at pubapps.fdc.myflorida.com. This comprehensive search performs a search across all databases. However, some search fields only work with specific databases.

For public records requests to the FDC, use the online portal at floridadoc.govqa.us. You can also call the Public Records Custodian at (850) 717-9774 or mail requests to Department of Corrections, 501 S. Calhoun Street, Tallahassee, FL 32399.

Offenders Under Community Supervision

Many released inmates are under supervision after they leave jail or prison. This includes probation, parole, and community control. The FDC Supervised Population Information Search shows these offenders. The database is refreshed weekly, with location changes and termination dates updated nightly.

You can search for supervised offenders at pubapps.fdc.myflorida.com. Enter the person's name or DC number to see if they are under supervision. The search results show the person's supervision status, location, and other details.

For questions about supervised offenders, contact Probation and Parole Field Services at (850) 717-3444 or email co-supervision@fdc.myflorida.com. If you have information about an offender who has stopped reporting, call the Absconder Unit at (850) 717-3475 on weekdays from 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.

The Absconder/Fugitive Information Search shows offenders who have ceased to make themselves available for supervision. This database is refreshed weekly, with termination dates and location changes updated nightly. If you see an absconder, contact your local law enforcement agency right away.

Nearby Counties

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