Alachua County Inmate Records Search
The Alachua County Sheriff's Office runs the jail in Gainesville. They keep a roster of all inmates housed there. You can search this list online any time. The tool is free for public use.
The online system lets you search by name. You can also use a booking number. Results show who is in custody now. This helps families find loved ones fast.
Alachua County Sheriff's Office
The jail sits at 3333 NE 39th Avenue in Gainesville. This is where all county inmates stay. Some wait for court dates. Others serve short sentences.
Staff work at the main office on 2621 SE Hawthorne Road. They run law enforcement and jail ops for the county. Both sites follow state rules. Under Chapter 119, most jail records are public. The Sheriff must share them by law.
Call the main office at (352) 367-4000. For jail questions, use (352) 491-4444. Staff can check who is in custody. They also help with bond and court dates. Visit acso.us for more info.
This image shows the ACSO site. You can find links to the inmate search from there.
| Sheriff's Office Address | 2621 SE Hawthorne Road, Gainesville, FL 32641 |
|---|---|
| Jail Address | 3333 NE 39th Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32609 |
| Main Phone | (352) 367-4000 |
| Jail Phone | (352) 491-4444 |
| Website | acso.us |
Alachua County Inmate Search System
The Alachua County inmate search page has a link to the tool. Click it to go to the search site. The system lives at asosite.alachuasheriff.org. It shows all current inmates.
You can search with part of a name. Try the last name or first name. You may also use the booking number. The search is not case sensitive. This helps when you lack full details. Florida Chapter 119 makes most of this data public.
The form lets you search in many ways. Try new spellings if the first search fails. Results show only current inmates.
Each booking record has key facts. You see the inmate's full name and photo. The booking date and charges appear. Bond amounts show if the court set one. Housing location is also listed. Some files have release dates too.
Data updates all day long. New arrests show up in hours. Release info refreshes on a set schedule. Call the jail to check current status.
Visitation and Inmate Services
The Alachua County inmate visitation page lists the rules. Visits vary by unit and security level. All guests must dress right. You need valid ID to enter.
This page shows the full visit schedule. It also lists rules for Alachua County Jail.
Hours change based on where the inmate stays. Check the schedule before you go. Some units have visits on set days only. Weekend times may differ from weekday times. Arrive early to sign in. Late guests may miss their slot.
Inmates can get mail at the jail. Use their full name and booking number. Do not send cash or checks. Books must come from the publisher direct. Photos have size limits. Staff open and check all mail.
How To Resources in Alachua County
The Alachua County How To page has guides for common tasks. You can learn to report crimes online. It shows how to request records. It covers permits and complaints too.
The How To page acts as a self-help hub. Folks find answers without a phone call.
For other needs, use the contact page. Staff will point you to the right desk. Response times vary with volume. For emergencies, dial 911.
Note: The online search only shows current inmates. Recent releases may not show up yet.
Florida State Inmate Resources
Not all inmates stay in county jails. Some go to state prisons run by the Florida Department of Corrections. The FDC website helps you find state prisoners. Use their tool for inmates in prison.
The FDC system covers all state prisons in Florida.
Florida law gives you the right to access public records. Contact the FDC Public Records Portal for formal requests.
Nearby Counties
These counties border Alachua County. You may need to check their records if you cannot find an inmate in Alachua.