Search Arrest, Mugshot & Inmate Records by Name
Search by name and state for arrest, booking, mugshot, inmate, jail roster, prison, criminal and court-record search categories.
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Find an Orlando Jail Inmate and Check the Current Booking
For most adult jail searches involving an arrest in Orlando or elsewhere in Orange County, use the Orange County Corrections Department Current Inmate Database. It shows people who are currently in county jail and can provide the booking photo, charges and bond information. The county says the public listing is refreshed every 30 minutes after information enters its inmate-management system.
How to Search the Orlando Jail Inmate Database
The official Orange County search is designed for current custody. A last name is required; the first name is optional. Start broad, then confirm the person from the detailed booking information.
- Open the county inmate search. Go to the Orange County Corrections Current Inmate Database.
- Enter the legal last name. Add the first name if the surname produces several matches. Try fewer fields if spelling is uncertain.
- Open the correct result. Compare the full name, booking information, age or other identifying information instead of relying on a name alone.
- Write down the booking number. You may need it for mail, money, visitation, phone services, court research and records requests.
- Review the charges and bond. Treat them as current booking information, not proof of guilt or a final court outcome.
Orlando Booking Lookup: Current Inmate Search vs. Daily Booking Report
Orange County provides two useful public tools. They answer slightly different questions.
| If you need to know… | Use this source | What it does |
|---|---|---|
| Is the person in jail now? | Current Inmate Database | Shows current inmates and available charge, bond and booking-photo information. |
| Who was booked during the latest reported 24-hour period? | Daily Booking List PDF | Lists bookings from a 24-hour reporting period. Use the live inmate database afterward for the newest custody status. |
| What happened in the criminal case? | Orange County Clerk my eClerk | Searches public court cases, docket information and available court documents. |
| Do I need an Orlando Police arrest report? | OPD Records Request | Requests Orlando Police case, CAD and arrest reports for incidents handled by OPD. |
The booking report may display the booking number, age, housing/cell information, release date or time when available, arresting agency, case number and listed charges. Because a person can be released after the report is generated, always recheck the live inmate database before sending money, traveling for visitation or arranging bond.
What an Orange County Jail Record Can Tell You
| Record detail | How to use it |
|---|---|
| Booking number | The most useful identifier for jail services and for separating two people with similar names. |
| Booking photo | May help confirm identity for a person currently listed in the jail database. |
| Charges | Shows allegations connected with the jail booking. It does not show a final conviction by itself. |
| Bond amount/status | Use as the starting point before making any payment. Court orders, holds or additional charges can affect release. |
| Housing/cell information | Useful for jail correspondence and some inmate-service procedures. |
| Case number | Use it to move from the jail record to the Clerk of Courts record. |
| Release information | Helps determine whether the booking is still active; once released, a person disappears from the current inmate listing. |
If You Cannot Find a Recently Arrested Person
Do not assume that a blank result means there was no arrest. Work through these possibilities in order:
- Booking is still being processed. New arrestees go through property inventory, medical screening, fingerprinting, photographing and pretrial processing before the jail record is complete.
- The name differs from your search. Try the exact legal surname, remove the first name, and check alternate spellings.
- The person was already released. Orange County removes a person from the current database after release.
- The arrest happened outside Orange County. Orlando-area addresses can be close to Osceola, Seminole and other county jurisdictions.
- The person moved to state or federal custody. Use the Florida Department of Corrections or Federal Bureau of Prisons search when appropriate.
- The record is restricted. Juvenile, confidential and certain protected records may not be available through ordinary public search.
If the arrest should be in Orange County and the search still does not resolve the issue, call Orange County Inmate Records Management at 407-836-3400.
Need an Arrest Report, Old Booking or Court Case Instead?
For an Orlando Police arrest report
If the incident was handled by the Orlando Police Department, OPD allows public requests for arrest reports, case reports and CAD reports. Having the incident date, case number, involved names and location makes the request easier to process.
Request an Orlando Police Department record. OPD Records can also be reached at 407-246-2406. The records office is at 1250 West South Street, Orlando, FL 32805.
For an Orange County Sheriff’s Office report
If the arrest or incident was handled by the Orange County Sheriff’s Office rather than OPD, use the Sheriff’s records process. The OCSO Records Section is at 2500 West Colonial Drive, Orlando, FL 32804, phone 407-254-7280, generally Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Orange County Sheriff’s Office records and services
For a former inmate or older jail record
The live Orange County inmate database is not a historical archive. For someone who is no longer in custody, Orange County Corrections directs requests to its Custodian of Records at OCCDrecords@ocfl.net or 407-836-0321 during regular business hours.
For the criminal court case
Use Orange County Clerk of Courts my eClerk. A name search requires both first and last name. You can also search by case number, citation number, case type or date range. The Clerk states that docket information is available for most cases from approximately 1990 forward, while online documents are available for many case types from 2009 forward. Public access limitations still apply.
Bond, First Appearance and Release in Orlando
The Orange County Booking and Release Center (BRC) handles intake and release and contains courtrooms used for first appearances and other proceedings.
Check first appearance
Most people booked on a new offense attend first appearance unless they are released on bond before the proceeding. Orange County currently posts weekday sessions for approximately 9 a.m. and 1 p.m.; weekends and court holidays normally have one session at approximately 11 a.m.. Times can change with court operations.
Check the current First Appearance lists
How bond can be posted
- At the Booking and Release Center: Orange County lists money order, traveler’s check, or certified/cashier’s check payable to CLERK OF THE COURTS. Identification is required. Personal checks and cash are not accepted for this bond method.
- Through a licensed bonding company: Orange County Corrections does not recommend a particular bondsman. Verify the company before paying.
- Western Union bond transfer: the county currently lists city code ORLFLJAILCLERK. The transfer must be for the exact bond amount. The county warns that confirmation can take approximately 24-50 hours.
Check current Orange County bond instructions before paying
Turning yourself in on an Orange County warrant
The BRC publishes an expedited booking option for qualifying Orange County warrants/capiases when bond has been arranged. Current posted hours are Monday-Friday, excluding holidays, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., with a $20 money-order fee. It does not apply to charges that legally require attendance at First Appearance. Confirm eligibility with the jail before arriving.
Orange County Jail Video Visitation
Family and friend visitation is conducted by video. Orange County states that inmates are allowed three video visits per week.
3000 39th Street
Orlando, FL 32839
Phone: 407-836-8061
Daily: 9 a.m.-10 p.m.
Last session begins at 9 p.m.
First appointment: call at least one day ahead
- Confirm the inmate is still in Orange County custody.
- For your first appointment, call 407-836-8061 at least one day in advance. Scheduling phone hours are listed as 9:30 a.m.-8:30 p.m.
- Receive your visitor ID and appointment confirmation.
- Arrive at least 15 minutes before the scheduled session.
- Bring a valid driver’s license, passport, state ID or military ID.
- After registration, future visits can be scheduled through the county’s online visitation system.
Orange County’s visitation rules allow a maximum of three visitors in a session, with no more than two adults. Visitors under 18 generally must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Dress and conduct requirements apply.
Money, Phone Calls and Mail: What You Need After Finding the Inmate
Put money on an inmate account
Get the inmate’s exact booking number first. Orange County currently accepts deposits through ConnectNetwork, by phone, by mail and at the Booking & Release Center.
- Online/phone: ConnectNetwork, phone 888-428-1845; facility listed as Orange County FL, Site ID 196.
- Information needed: booking number, last name and first name.
- In person: BRC public lobby, 3855 John Young Parkway, daily from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.; cash, debit card, Visa and MasterCard are listed as accepted.
- Mail: include the inmate’s name, jail number and housing area and send to P.O. Box 4970, Orlando, FL 32802-4970.
Current inmate money and property instructions
Inmate phone calls
Orange County says outside recipients must establish an inmate telephone account before receiving calls, and setup may take up to 24 hours. Because vendors and rates can change, use the provider link published on the county’s own page rather than an advertisement on a directory site.
Current inmate telephone information
Send regular postal mail
Regular personal mail is processed through Smart Communications, scanned and made available to the inmate electronically. Include the inmate’s full name, booking number and your return address.
Smart Communications/Orange County Corrections Department
Inmate Full Name
Booking Number
P.O. Box 9101
Seminole, FL 33775-9174
Do not send cash, checks or money orders to the regular-mail scanning address. Money orders use the separate Inmate Fiscal Department process. Legal mail also uses a different Orange County Corrections address and should include the inmate’s booking number and cell location.
Orlando Jail Locations and Contact Numbers
| Office/service | Location or contact | Use it for |
|---|---|---|
| Orange County Booking & Release Center | 3855 S. John Young Pkwy., Orlando, FL 32839 407-836-3400 | Booking, current inmate information, bonds and release questions |
| Orange County Corrections Administration | 3723 Vision Blvd., Orlando, FL 32839 | Corrections administration |
| Video Visitation Center | 3000 39th Street, Orlando, FL 32839 407-836-8061 | Family/friend video visitation |
| Orange County Corrections mail | P.O. Box 4970, Orlando, FL 32802-4970 | Department correspondence and specific inmate services |
| Orlando Police Records | 1250 W. South Street, Orlando, FL 32805 407-246-2406 | OPD arrest reports and police records |
| Orange County Sheriff’s Records | 2500 W. Colonial Drive, Orlando, FL 32804 407-254-7280 | OCSO incident/arrest reports and local records |
| Orange County Clerk of Courts | 425 N. Orange Ave., Orlando, FL 32801 407-836-2000 | Criminal case records, docket information and court documents |
Do not call 911 to ask whether someone is incarcerated, to request a court date, bond amount or jail visiting hours. Use the jail, Clerk or law-enforcement records numbers above.
If the Person Left the Orange County Jail System
| Situation | Where to look next |
|---|---|
| Released from Orange County Jail | Check the Orange County Clerk case and request historical jail records if needed. |
| Sentenced/transferred to Florida state prison | Florida Department of Corrections Offender Search |
| Federal custody | Federal Bureau of Prisons Inmate Locator |
| ICE custody | Use the federal ICE detainee locator; Orange County states it cannot provide public ICE-inmate information under the ordinary jail lookup process. |
| Need statewide Florida criminal history | Florida Department of Law Enforcement criminal-history search |
Related Florida Jail Search Guides
If the arrest happened outside Orange County, search the county that actually received the person into custody. These verified guides may help:
Orlando Jail Inmate Search FAQs
1. How do I find someone arrested in Orlando?
Start with the Orange County Corrections Current Inmate Database. Enter the person’s legal last name and add the first name if needed. Orlando Police arrests that result in Orange County jail custody are normally processed through the county correctional system.
2. How quickly does an Orlando inmate appear online after arrest?
Orange County says its public inmate listing updates every 30 minutes after information is entered into the Corrections Inmate Management System. The arrest and intake process can occur before that entry, so a very recent arrest may take longer to appear.
3. Does Orange County’s inmate search show people who have been released?
No. The county states that a person is removed from the current inmate listing after release. For older incarceration information, contact the Orange County Corrections Custodian of Records at OCCDrecords@ocfl.net or 407-836-0321.
4. Where can I see recent Orlando and Orange County bookings?
Use the official Orange County Jail Daily Booking List PDF for the reported 24-hour booking period, then use the Current Inmate Database to confirm whether a person is still in custody.
5. What is the Orange County Jail phone number in Orlando?
Orange County Corrections lists 407-836-3400 for inmate and corrections information. The Booking and Release Center is at 3855 South John Young Parkway, Orlando, FL 32839.
6. How do I check an Orlando inmate’s bond?
Find the inmate in the Orange County Corrections database and review the current bond information for each charge. Before paying, check the county’s Bonding Out page because holds, court orders or additional charges can affect release eligibility.
7. How long can release take after bond is posted?
Orange County states that the bond-release process can take up to 12 hours. Records checks, outstanding warrants, jail population, staffing and scheduled headcount or mealtime periods can affect the time.
8. How do I visit an Orange County Jail inmate?
Family and friend visits are conducted by video. For a first appointment, call the Video Visitation Center at 407-836-8061 at least one day ahead. The center is at 3000 39th Street in Orlando and is normally open daily from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m., with the last session starting at 9 p.m.
9. Where can I find the Orlando criminal court case after finding the booking?
Use the Orange County Clerk of Courts my eClerk search. Search by the defendant’s first and last name or use the case number found in the jail record. The court file is the better source for docket activity and final disposition.
10. Is an Orlando jail booking proof that someone was convicted?
No. An arrest or jail booking shows that a person was processed into custody and may list allegations or charges. It does not establish guilt or the final outcome of the criminal case. Verify the disposition with the Orange County Clerk of Courts.
Best Next Step
If you are checking someone who was recently arrested in Orlando, begin with the Orange County Corrections inmate search and save the booking number. From there, use the daily booking report for recent intake, the Clerk of Courts for the criminal case, and the appropriate OPD or Sheriff’s records office only when you need the underlying arrest report. That sequence usually avoids unnecessary paid searches and keeps you in the correct Orlando/Orange County system.
Official Resources
- Orange County Corrections — Current Inmate Database
- Orange County Corrections — Daily Booking Report
- Orange County Corrections — Bonding Out
- Orange County Corrections — First Appearance
- Orange County Corrections — Video Visitation
- Orange County Corrections — Money & Property Accounts
- Orange County Corrections — Inmate Mail
- Orange County Clerk of Courts — Case Search
- Orlando Police Department — Records Request
- Orange County Sheriff’s Office — Records & Services