Broward County Inmate Lookup and Arrest Records

The Broward Sheriff's Office runs one of Florida's biggest jail systems. Their online arrest search helps you find inmates fast. You can search by name and booking date. The system shows custody status and facility location.

Broward Sheriff's Office

BSO runs many sites across the county. The main jail is at 555 SE 1st Avenue in Fort Lauderdale. This site holds many of the county's inmates. Other sites serve different parts of Broward.

The Corrections Department follows Chapter 119 for record keeping. This law makes most jail info public.

Call the main office at 954.831.5900. For inmate info, call (800) 224-5937. This toll-free line helps you locate detainees. The Broward Sheriff's Office website has more about jail ops.

The BSO site has the arrest search tool and facility info.

Broward County Arrest Search Tool

The Broward Sheriff's Office has an online arrest search system. You can look up people who were detained. Search by last name, first name, and booking date. Results show facility and arrest number.

The arrest search shows inmate info with facility and charges. Florida Chapter 119 makes most jail records public.

Each search result has detailed records. You see the inmate's full legal name. Aliases show if on file. Date of birth helps confirm ID. Physical description includes height and weight. Current custody status shows if they remain in jail.

Charges are listed for each arrest. You see the specific crimes. Bond amount shows when set. Next court date may display. This helps families and lawyers track cases.

Broward County Jail Facilities

Broward County runs several detention sites. The main jail in Fort Lauderdale holds the most inmates. Other sites serve set groups. Some house sentenced inmates. Others hold pre-trial detainees.

Each site has its own visit schedule. Check which site holds your inmate first. Then check hours for that building. Rules vary by site. All require photo ID.

Inmate services include mail and phone. Commissary accounts let detainees buy items. Medical care is on-site. Mental health services are there. Programs help inmates get ready for release.

Florida Department of Corrections

Inmates with longer terms go to state prison. The Florida Department of Corrections runs these sites. Their offender search tool tracks state inmates.

This portal searches all Florida state prisons.

The FDC Public Records Request Portal handles formal requests. Submit detailed inquiries there. Track your request status online. Under Section 945.10, some records stay private. This includes medical files.

Visiting Inmates in Broward County

Visits are allowed at Broward County sites. Each jail has set rules and hours. Check the facility site for current times. Arrive early for security checks.

Guests must follow dress codes. No revealing clothes are allowed. Proper ID is required for all adults. Minors must be with a parent. Violations can result in denied entry.

Inmates can get mail at facility addresses. Use their full name and booking number. All mail is checked. Do not send cash or banned items. Books must come direct from publishers.

Note: Call ahead to confirm visiting hours before you travel.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Broward County. You may need to check their records if your search is not successful.