Duval County Inmate Search, Jail Roster & Jacksonville Family Guide
Find an inmate in Duval County, read the booking result, call the right Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office facility, understand bond and first appearance, set up video visitation, send mail, deposit money, request records, and avoid mistakes that delay family help.
Start Here: What Do You Need?
| Searcher need | Official route | Have ready | Do not miss |
|---|---|---|---|
| Find someone in Duval County jail | JSO Inmate Information Search | Full legal name, spelling variants, date of birth if known. | JSO says the tool covers current and historical information about incarcerated and released inmates. |
| Get booking number | Open the inmate result and save the 10-digit booking number. | Name, DOB, arrest date, possible alias. | The 10-digit booking number is needed for mail and many facility questions. |
| Confirm charges / mugshot | Use the JSO inmate result first, then Clerk CORE for court record context. | Booking number, case number, charge text. | Booking information is not a conviction. Court records control legal case status. |
| Ask about bond or purge | Call jail information or go to the jail public reception area for cash bond. | Full bond amount, inmate name, booking number, payment type. | Cash bond must be full amount and payable through approved methods. |
| Check first appearance | Courtroom J-1 at John E. Goode Pretrial Detention Facility. | Arrest date/time, booking number, defendant name. | JSO victim page says first appearance is at 9 AM and 1 PM each day. |
| Check next court date | Duval Clerk CORE or call Clerk / State Attorney. | Case number, jail offender number, State Attorney number, offense date, defendant name. | For arraignment, ask no sooner than 2 PM the day before scheduled court date. |
| Schedule a visit | GettingOut or onsite video visitation center. | Visitor account, uploaded ID, inmate information. | There is no in-person visitation; JSO uses video visitation. |
| Send mail | Use personal-mail processing address below. | Inmate name, 10-digit booking number, sender name/address. | Personal mail normally goes to Phoenix, Maryland for scanning to tablets. |
| Deposit commissary money | Access Secure Deposits or phone 1-866-345-1884. | Inmate name and booking number. | JSO says staff will not accept cash, cashier’s checks, or money orders for inmate-account deposits by mail or in person. |
| Request JSO records | JSO Public Records Request | Report number, date, location, names, incident type. | Public Records Unit: 904-630-2209; mail to 501 E. Bay Street. |
Legal caution: An arrest, charge, mugshot, or booking does not mean guilt. Records can be delayed, corrected, sealed, transferred, or changed by court order. Confirm live status through JSO and case status through the Duval Clerk or attorney.
How to Search the Duval County Jail Roster
What the JSO tool is for
- Current inmates in Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office custody.
- Historical information about released inmates.
- Mugshots and useful inmate information such as charges.
- Booking-number lookup for family, mail, money, and court follow-up.
Open the official JSO inmate search
Use inmatesearch.jaxsheriff.org. Avoid paid inmate lookup pages, scraped mugshot pages, and ad results when you need current custody status.
Search by exact legal name first
Use last name and first name. If no result appears, try spelling variations, hyphenated names, middle names, initials, alias possibilities, or a date-of-birth filter if the tool allows it.
Open the inmate detail
Look for booking number, facility, charges, mugshot, arrest date, release status, bond/purge clues, and court/case references. Save a screenshot only for your own notes.
Use the result for next action
Use the booking number for jail phone calls, inmate mail, phone/commissary deposits, property pickup, court-date checks, and attorney messages.
Duval County Jail Facilities, Addresses, Phones & Local Context
Duval County jail searches usually route through the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office Department of Corrections. Confirm the current facility before visiting, mailing legal material, asking about property, or arranging release.
| Facility / office | Address | Official phone | Best use |
|---|---|---|---|
| John E. Goode Pretrial Detention Facility Often searched as Duval County Jail / Pre-Trial Detention Facility |
500 E. Adams Street Jacksonville, FL 32202 |
904-630-5760 | Downtown Jacksonville jail; houses pre-trial, federal, juvenile, state, and county-sentenced inmates. First Appearance Court is in courtroom J-1. |
| Community Transition Center | 451 Catherine Street Jacksonville, FL 32202 |
7 AM-10:45 PM: 904-630-2856 10:45 PM-7 AM: 904-630-2860 |
County-sentenced male/female inmates in Work Furlough, Matrix House substance-abuse treatment, and inmate-worker programs. |
| Jacksonville Re-Entry Center | 1024 Superior Street Jacksonville, FL 32254 |
Main: 904-630-8600 Pre-Trial Services: 904-630-8623 |
Re-entry and pretrial-service related questions. Fax listed by JSO: 904-630-8620. |
| Electronic Monitoring Unit | JSO corrections-related unit | 904-630-2859 | Electronic monitoring orientation and fees. Orientation: report within 48 hours of release. Office hours Monday-Friday, 8 AM-5 PM; fee collection 8 AM-4 PM. |
| Montgomery Correctional Center | 4727 Lannie Road Jacksonville, FL 32218 |
Prison info: 904-630-8800 Medical: 904-630-5435 Watch Commander: 904-630-8860 Property Room: 904-630-8869 |
Northside Jacksonville prison facility for county-sentenced and some sentenced male/female inmates. |
| JSO Headquarters / Police Memorial Building | 501 E. Bay Street Jacksonville, FL 32202 |
General: 904-630-7600 Non-emergency: 904-630-0500 |
General JSO contact, public records, victim advocates, headquarters lobby. Forsyth Street lobby open 6 AM-10 PM daily. |
ADA corrections contact
Corrections Sergeant C. Clark-Washington
John E. Goode Pretrial Detention Facility
500 E. Adams Street
Email: ADACoordinatorDOC@jaxsheriff.org
Office: 904-630-5765
Fax: 904-630-5825
Victim advocate
JSO Victim Advocates: 904-630-1764
Use this if you are a victim, witness, survivor, or family member needing support after a crime.
How to Read a Duval Inmate Search Result
| Roster field | What it means | What to do next |
|---|---|---|
| 10-digit booking number | JSO jail-system number for this custody event. | Save it. You need it for mail, money, phone calls, property, and court follow-up. |
| Mugshot | Booking photo shown by the jail system if available. | Do not treat a mugshot as proof of guilt. Use it only to confirm identity. |
| Charges | Alleged charges at booking or updated jail status. | Compare with Duval Clerk CORE for case filings, dispositions, and official court record context. |
| Facility / location | Where the person appears housed or processed. | Call before visiting or sending facility-specific legal mail because transfers can happen. |
| Bond / purge | Release-money information, if displayed or explained by jail/court. | Confirm amount, payee, payment method, and release timing before bringing money. |
| Release status | May show whether the person is still in custody or has been released. | Use VINE, JSO, court, and attorney routes for safety-sensitive or time-sensitive confirmation. |
| Court / case number | Connects jail data to criminal case records. | Use case number in CORE or when calling Clerk / State Attorney / Public Defender. |
No result? The person may not be fully processed yet, may already be released, may be listed under a different spelling or legal name, may be held by another county/city/federal agency, or the public display may not show the record you expected.
Booking, Intake, Release, Bond & Purge
Intake processing
- Arrestee is brought to the jail / Pre-Trial Detention Facility.
- Property inventory is completed.
- Medical screening is completed.
- Cell assignment and identification clearance must occur before release or visitation.
Release timing
JSO says release processing is completed as quickly as possible after the inmate is cleared, but release times vary across institutions.
Sentenced inmates from prison may be transported to the jail for release; Community Transition Center inmates are released from that facility.
Cash bond
To place a cash bond, bring the full amount to the public reception area of the jail.
JSO lists cash, certified/cashier’s check drawn on a local bank and subject to verification, or U.S. Postal Money Order payable to the Office of the Sheriff.
Do not confuse bond with commissary: bond/purge payment rules are different from inmate-account deposit rules. JSO says commissary deposits must use Access Secure Deposits routes, not mailed/in-person cash, cashier’s checks, or money orders given to staff.
Video Visitation: Remote and Onsite Rules
No in-person visits
JSO states inmates are allowed video visitation; there is no in-person visitation.
Remote visit
Use GettingOut. Create account, upload ID, wait for approval, then receive inmate-initiated video visitation calls.
Remote cost
JSO lists remote visits at $0.25 per minute.
Onsite free option
Video Visitation Center at 500 E. Adams Street, Jacksonville, FL 32202, at no cost.
| Visitation detail | Official rule / detail | Practical step |
|---|---|---|
| Onsite center location | 500 E. Adams Street; enter on the west side of the Pretrial Detention Facility, same entrance for First Appearance court. | Use this even if the inmate is housed at another JSO facility. |
| Onsite hours | 9 AM-7 PM EST, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, including holidays. | Confirm before travel if holiday/weather/lockdown restrictions may apply. |
| Scheduling window | Visits can be scheduled up to 14 days in advance and must be scheduled 24 hours in advance. | Same-day scheduled visitors will be turned away. |
| Visit amount | Each inmate can receive one visitor per week; Video Visitation Center visits are maximum two hours. | Coordinate family members before scheduling. |
| Work/school restriction | Inmate workers will not be allowed visitation during assigned work hours; juveniles will not be allowed visitation during school hours. | Ask the inmate to initiate or confirm a workable time. |
| Dress / camera rules | Visitors must be appropriately attired; no nudity; face must be visible; no poor lighting. | Dress like you are entering a courthouse; test camera and lighting first. |
| Serious violation | Recording, screenshots, live streaming, rebroadcasting, or using multiple accounts to bypass suspension can trigger one-year suspension. | Do not screen-record, screenshot, livestream, or let someone else use your account. |
| Other termination risks | Motor vehicle use during visit, secondary phone/tablet/PC display, weapons/drugs/cash display, three-way visits, sexual acts, or visitor nudity. | Sit in a stable private location and keep only the approved visitor on camera. |
Inmate Mail, Legal Mail, Money, Phone Account & Property
Personal mail processing address
Effective October 1, 2024, JSO says inmate personal mail normally delivered by USPS must be mailed to:
Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office – Duval, FL
Inmate’s name, 10-digit booking number
P.O. Box 247
Phoenix, MD 21131
Mail is scanned and uploaded into the inmate tablet system.
Mail must include
- Inmate’s name.
- 10-digit booking number.
- Sender’s name.
- Sender’s return address.
- No items that can be purchased through commissary.
- No personal clothing for jail/prison inmates.
| Need | Correct route | Important rule |
|---|---|---|
| Regular personal mail | Phoenix, MD processing address above. | Include inmate name, 10-digit booking number, and sender name/address. |
| Mail delivery problem | Contact TextBehind at info@TextBehind.com. | Use this for mail processing/delivery issues, not jail custody questions. |
| Legal mail | Mail directly to the facility where the inmate is housed. | JSO says legal mail is not affected by the personal-mail processing center. |
| Authorized magazines/newspapers/periodicals/books | Mail to the facility where the inmate is housed. | Paperback books and authorized subscriptions are handled outside the personal-mail processing center. |
| Phone account | OffenderConnect or 1-877-650-4249. | This is for inmate phone account money, not commissary. |
| Commissary account | Access Secure Deposits or 1-866-345-1884. | JSO says payments can post within minutes after confirmation. |
| Kiosk deposits | Kiosks inside lobby of jail, prison, and Community Transition Center. | Use inmate name and booking number; confirm public access first. |
| Property pickup | Call the facility. Public lobby entry is limited. | At the jail/prison, lobby access for property pickup is generally money and keys only. |
| Work Furlough property | Community Transition Center public reception area during regular operation hours. | JSO says money/property is not accepted during CTC visitation hours. |
Facility mailing addresses for legal mail, authorized subscriptions and publisher books
| Facility | Mailing format | Use for |
|---|---|---|
| John E. Goode Pretrial Detention Facility | Inmate’s Name & Jail Number Pretrial Detention Facility 500 E. Adams Street Jacksonville, FL 32202 |
Legal mail, authorized magazine/newspaper/periodical subscriptions, publisher paperback books. |
| Community Transition Center | Inmate’s Name & Jail Number Community Transition Center 451 Catherine Street Jacksonville, FL 32202 |
Legal mail, authorized subscriptions, publisher paperback books. |
| Montgomery Correctional Center | Inmate’s Name & Jail Number Montgomery Correctional Center 4727 Lannie Road Jacksonville, FL 32218 |
Facility-specific legal/authorized mail route for MCC inmates. |
First Appearance, Court Dates, Clerk Records & Case Lookup
First appearance
JSO victim information says First Appearance Court occurs within 24 hours of arrest except misdemeanor charges when an administrative bond is set.
Time: 9 AM and 1 PM each day.
Place: Courtroom J-1, John E. Goode Pretrial Detention Facility, 500 E. Adams Street.
What judge decides
- Probable cause.
- Conditions of pretrial release.
- Whether monetary bond should be set.
- Whether defense attorney should be appointed if appropriate.
Court proceeding phone
JSO court proceedings info: 904-630-5882
State Attorney main: 904-255-2500
Duval Clerk: 904-255-2000
| Need | Official route | Practical detail |
|---|---|---|
| Verify arraignment after release/bond | State Attorney’s Office at 904-255-2500. | Duval Clerk says ask no sooner than 2 PM the day before scheduled court date for pending arraignment dates. |
| Later court dates | Duval Clerk Felony or Misdemeanor Department at 904-255-2000. | Have case number, jail offender number, State Attorney number, offense date, or defendant name. |
| Search court records | CORE – Duval Clerk online records portal. | Online access depends on user role, case type, document type, and confidentiality rules. |
| Certified electronic copies | Order through CORE if available. | Duval Clerk states eCertified copies can be downloaded immediately after purchase and remain available by email link for 30 days. |
| Documents not online | Duval County Clerk of Courts, Attn: respective Clerk department, 501 West Adams Street, Jacksonville, FL 32202. | Include case number, party names, DOB, and self-addressed stamped envelope if requesting by mail. |
| Failure to appear | Contact attorney, Clerk, or court immediately. | Duval Clerk warns the court may issue a Capias/order for arrest and may forfeit bond. |
Clerk limitation: the Clerk can help with case information and filing but cannot provide legal advice and does not establish or change an individual’s court date.
JSO Public Records, Police Reports, Warrants & Fees
JSO public records
Submit a public records request
Public Records Unit: 904-630-2209
Custodian of Records: Brandi Goff, 904-630-2209
Mail / in-person request
Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office
Attn: Public Records Unit
501 E. Bay Street
Jacksonville, FL 32202
You can also go in person to police headquarters or a district location.
Public email warning
JSO warns that under Florida law, email addresses are public records. If you do not want your email released, contact by phone or in writing.
| Record need | Best first route | Prepare |
|---|---|---|
| Police report / arrest-related report | JSO Public Records Request. | Incident date, location, report number if known, names, DOB, type of incident. |
| Court case file | Duval Clerk CORE or Clerk department. | Case number, defendant name, DOB, filing date, court division. |
| Official records copy | Duval Clerk Official Records / Acclaim. | Party name, instrument number, record date, case number, book/page. |
| Inmate medical records | Contact appropriate facility / follow JSO process. | Authorization may be required; JSO fee page lists inmate medical records at $5. |
| Jail notary | Facility public lobby if eligible. | John E. Goode notary: 8 AM-2 PM Monday-Thursday and 8 AM-12 PM Friday, per JSO facility page. |
| Warrant / capias concern | Attorney, court, Clerk, or appropriate law-enforcement route. | Do not ignore a missed court date; capias can lead to arrest. |
Misdemeanor Probation, Electronic Monitoring & Re-Entry
Misdemeanor probation intake
Duval County Courthouse
501 W. Adams Street
Windows 1 or 2
Jacksonville, FL 32202
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 AM-3 PM; closed for lunch 12 PM-1 PM.
Probation contacts
Email: ppsjacksonville@ppsinfo.net
Courthouse: 904-255-2017
Main office: 904-584-2164
Satellite: 904-593-9148
Electronic Monitoring Unit
Phone: 904-630-2859
Orientation: report within 48 hours of release.
Fee collection: 8 AM-4 PM. Cash, debit, credit card, and money order accepted.
Payment note: Electronic Monitoring Unit online payment is listed by JSO as payppsi.com/jaxemunit. Always confirm the fee and account routing before paying.
Victim Help, VINE, State Attorney & Public Defender
JSO Victim & Witness Services
Victim Advocates: 904-630-1764
JSO victim advocates support victims, witnesses, survivors, and significant others after victimization.
VINE custody notification
VINE: 1-877-846-3435
TTY: 1-866-847-1298
JSO says VINE provides 24-hour custody information and release/transfer/escape/death notification.
| Office / service | Contact | Use when |
|---|---|---|
| State Attorney, Fourth Judicial Circuit – Duval | Ed Austin Building 311 West Monroe Street Jacksonville, FL 32202 904-255-2500 SAO4th@coj.net |
Prosecution, arraignment court-date questions, victim advocate routing, case-program questions. |
| SAO Duval County Court Divisions | 904-255-2683 | County-court prosecution routing. |
| SAO Circuit Court Divisions | 904-255-2500 | Felony/circuit criminal prosecution routing. |
| SAO victim advocates | 904-255-2500 | Crime-victim rights, restitution questions, hearing support, court-event notification discussion. |
| Sexual Assault Cold Case Information | 904-255-3076 SAOSAKI@coj.net |
SAO listed sexual-assault cold-case contact. |
| Domestic violence injunction information | 904-255-2000 | SAO resources route domestic-violence injunction questions here. |
| Duval County Public Defender | 407 N. Laura Street Jacksonville, FL 32202 904-255-HOPE / 904-255-4673 |
Assigned-attorney, representation, next court date, or message-to-attorney questions for eligible clients. |
Safety note: JSO warns not to depend solely on VINE for protection. If you believe you may be at risk, take precautions as if the offender has already been released and contact law enforcement or victim advocates.
Locality Guide: Jacksonville, Duval County & Nearby Booking Clues
| Local search phrase | What it usually means | Best next action |
|---|---|---|
| Duval County jail inmate search | Search through JSO inmate tool for people booked into Duval County / Jacksonville custody. | Start with JSO inmate search, then use CORE for court case status. |
| Jacksonville jail roster | Often refers to John E. Goode Pretrial Detention Facility downtown. | Call 904-630-5760 if the inmate result shows jail / pretrial detention. |
| Northside Jacksonville inmate | Could point to Montgomery Correctional Center or JREC depending on custody/program status. | Confirm facility in inmate search before driving to Lannie Road or Superior Street. |
| Beaches / Atlantic Beach / Jacksonville Beach / Neptune Beach arrest | Person may still be booked into Duval County jail after local agency arrest. | Check JSO inmate search and then court records; also verify arresting agency if needed. |
| Baldwin / Westside / Southside / Arlington arrest | Duval County custody and court routing may still appear through JSO and Duval Clerk. | Use booking number, court case number, and defendant name to avoid wrong-office calls. |
| Released from Duval jail | JSO inmate tool may show historical/released inmate information. | Search official JSO first; check CORE for case dates and pending obligations. |
Map: John E. Goode Pretrial Detention Facility
Use this map for the downtown Jacksonville jail / First Appearance / onsite video visitation center area. Before driving, confirm the person is still in custody and confirm which facility applies.
| Place | Address | Use for |
|---|---|---|
| John E. Goode Pretrial Detention Facility | 500 E. Adams Street, Jacksonville, FL 32202 | Jail information, first appearance courtroom J-1, onsite video visitation center, bond/public reception questions. |
| Police Memorial Building / JSO Headquarters | 501 E. Bay Street, Jacksonville, FL 32202 | General JSO information, public records, headquarters lobby, victim disclosure information. |
| Duval County Courthouse | 501 W. Adams Street, Jacksonville, FL 32202 | Clerk services, misdemeanor probation initial intake, court records/copies, criminal-court follow-up. |
| State Attorney – Duval Office | 311 West Monroe Street, Jacksonville, FL 32202 | Prosecution, victim services, arraignment court-date questions, public contact for SAO4. |
| Public Defender – Duval Office | 407 N. Laura Street, Jacksonville, FL 32202 | Public Defender client/attorney/court-date questions. |
| Community Transition Center | 451 Catherine Street, Jacksonville, FL 32202 | Work Furlough, Matrix House, inmate workers, CTC release/property questions. |
| Jacksonville Re-Entry Center | 1024 Superior Street, Jacksonville, FL 32254 | Re-entry and pretrial service routing. |
| Montgomery Correctional Center | 4727 Lannie Road, Jacksonville, FL 32218 | Northside prison facility for sentenced county inmates and related property/medical/watch questions. |
Duval County Jail Inmate Search FAQ
What is the official Duval County inmate search?
The official search is the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office Inmate Information Search at inmatesearch.jaxsheriff.org. JSO says it provides current and historical information about incarcerated and released inmates.
What information can I see in the JSO inmate search?
The JSO inmate information page says mugshots and other useful inmate information, such as charges, can be viewed through the tool. Use court records for official case status.
What is the main Duval County jail phone number?
The main Jail / Inmate Information number listed by JSO is 904-630-5760.
Where is the Duval County jail in Jacksonville?
The John E. Goode Pretrial Detention Facility is located at 500 E. Adams Street, Jacksonville, FL 32202.
Can I visit an inmate in person?
JSO says inmates are allowed video visitation and there is no in-person visitation. Remote visits use GettingOut, and free onsite video visitation is available at 500 E. Adams Street when properly scheduled.
How much does remote video visitation cost?
JSO lists remote video visitation at $0.25 per minute. The onsite Video Visitation Center option at 500 E. Adams Street is listed as no cost.
Where do I send regular inmate mail?
Personal mail normally delivered by USPS must be sent to Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office – Duval, FL, inmate’s name and 10-digit booking number, P.O. Box 247, Phoenix, MD 21131.
How do I put money on a Duval inmate’s account?
Use Access Secure Deposits at inmatedeposits.com, call 1-866-345-1884, or use a lobby kiosk where available. JSO says staff will not accept cash, cashier’s checks, or money orders for inmate-account deposits by mail or in person.
How do I add money to an inmate phone account?
Use OffenderConnect or call 1-877-650-4249 for the inmate phone account. This is separate from commissary money.
When is first appearance court?
JSO victim information says First Appearance Court takes place at 9 AM and 1 PM each day in courtroom J-1 at the John E. Goode Pretrial Detention Facility.
How do I check a Duval County criminal court date?
Use Duval Clerk CORE or call the State Attorney at 904-255-2500 for pending arraignment questions and the Clerk at 904-255-2000 for later court appearances. For arraignment, ask no sooner than 2 PM the day before the scheduled date.
Who handles public defender questions in Duval County?
The Duval County Public Defender office is at 407 N. Laura Street, Jacksonville, FL 32202. The listed phone is 904-255-HOPE / 904-255-4673.
How do victims get custody notification?
VINE is available at 1-877-846-3435, TTY 1-866-847-1298. JSO says VINE provides custody information and notifications when an offender is released, transferred, escapes, or dies.
Is this page legal advice or the official jail website?
No. This is an informational guide. Confirm live custody status, release, bond, charges, court dates, visits, mail, money, property, and records through official JSO, Duval Clerk, court, or attorney sources.
30-Second Duval Jail Checklist
Find: official JSO inmate search → save 10-digit booking number → confirm facility.
Call: jail/inmate info 904-630-5760; non-emergency JSO 904-630-0500; general JSO 904-630-7600.
Visit: video only; GettingOut for remote; onsite center at 500 E. Adams; schedule 24 hours in advance.
Mail: personal mail to Phoenix, MD processing center; legal/publisher mail to facility address.
Money: commissary through Access Secure Deposits or 1-866-345-1884; phone account through OffenderConnect or 1-877-650-4249.
Court: first appearance at 9 AM and 1 PM in courtroom J-1; use CORE, Clerk, SAO, or attorney for case status.