Find Pinellas County Inmate Records
Jail roster records give public access. The Sheriff's Office keeps these records. The jail is in Clearwater. You can search for current inmates. You can find recent arrests. You can find booking details. This guide explains how to access records.
Pinellas County Jail Quick Facts
Pinellas County Jail Information
The jail is the main detention site. It is on 54 acres in Clearwater. It holds those awaiting trial. It holds those serving sentences. It is the 28th largest jail in the US. It houses over 3,000 inmates. The jail is accredited. It runs under the Sheriff's Office.
The facility uses modern systems. Medical and mental health pros are on site. School and drug treatment help inmates. The facility is accredited.
| Facility | Pinellas County Jail |
|---|---|
| Address | 14400 49th Street North, Clearwater, FL 33762 |
| Mailing | P.O. Drawer 2500, Largo, FL 33779-2500 |
| Phone | 727.464.6415 |
| Non-Emergency | 727-582-6200 |
| Agency | Pinellas County Sheriff's Office |
| Website | pinellassheriff.gov |
Note: Visitation hours may change. Call before visiting.
Pinellas County Inmate Search Options
The Sheriff's Office has online tools. Their Who's In Jail system lets you look up bookings. This covers arrests in Pinellas County. You can find photos, charges, and bond.
To search, visit pcsoweb.com/whos-in-jail. Type the person's name. The system shows matching records. You can view arrest dates and charges.
The information shown is public under Chapter 119. Florida law requires disclosure of most jail records.The search shows those incarcerated. It shows those released in 30 days. For releases over 30 days, use the Records Request Portal.
Info you can find includes:
- Inmate name and booking photo
- Date of arrest and booking
- Criminal charges
- Bond amount if set
- Next court date
- Current custody status
If you cannot find someone online, call the jail. Staff can confirm custody.
Visiting Inmates at Pinellas County Jail
The jail offers video visits. The center is at 14500 49th Street North. Visitors must follow strict rules. All visits need advance signup.
To schedule, use visitation.pcsoweb.com. Or call 727-464-6842 from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Schedule by midnight the day before. Each visit is 40 minutes.
Bring valid photo ID. Dress codes apply. The jail bans skimpy clothes and gang attire. You cannot bring personal items. Security screening is mandatory.
Visit length depends on inmate level. Misconduct can suspend privileges. Follow staff instructions. Contact the jail for schedules.
Accessing Pinellas County Jail Records
Public records requests let you get detailed docs. The Sheriff's Office processes these. You can ask for booking records. Each request is reviewed.
Submit requests through the Portal for releases over 30 days. Include details about what you need. The more precise, the faster. You may need ID for some records. Fees apply for copies.
Note: Fees may apply for copies and staff time. Contact records for fee info.
Florida State Inmate Search Resources
Beyond local records, you can search state prison. The FDC website has tools. This covers those serving terms over one year.
The FDC Offender Search has many options. You can look up current inmates. You can find released offenders. The system uses names and DC numbers.
This state resource helps search all Florida facilities. Use it to find inmates who moved to state prison.
Cities in Pinellas County
Pinellas County has several communities. All arrests go to the Clearwater jail. The main cities are St. Petersburg, Clearwater, and Largo.
Other communities include Palm Harbor, Dunedin, and Pinellas Park. All arrests go to the Pinellas County Jail.
Nearby Counties
These counties border Pinellas County. If you cannot find an inmate here, try these.