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Find a Pinellas County Jail Inmate and Check Current Custody
If you are trying to find someone arrested in Clearwater, St. Petersburg, Largo, Pinellas Park, Dunedin, Tarpon Springs or elsewhere in Pinellas County, start with the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office official Arrest Inquiry. It is the county’s public jail roster and is the quickest way to confirm whether a person is currently incarcerated or was released recently.
| Official jail search | Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office Arrest Inquiry |
|---|---|
| Roster coverage | Currently incarcerated people and people released within the previous 30 days |
| Jail | Pinellas County Jail |
| PCSO-listed jail address | 14400 49th Street North, Clearwater, FL 33762 |
| Inmate Records / jail information | 727-464-6415 |
| Sheriff non-emergency | 727-582-6200 |
| Records older than 30 days | Request through the PCSO Public Records portal |
Address note: PCSO lists the jail at 14400 49th Street North, Clearwater, FL 33762. Pinellas County’s government directory lists the same facility/street under Largo, FL 33778. If you are driving to the complex, use the official map or confirm the destination before leaving rather than relying only on the city name.
How to Search the Pinellas County Jail Roster
The official search offers more filters than a basic first-and-last-name lookup. You can search using a name, docket number or booking date and then narrow results when necessary.
- Open the official Arrest Inquiry. Use the Sheriff’s government-operated search linked above.
- Start with the last name. Add the first name if the surname produces many matches.
- Use another identifier when available. The search supports docket number and booking date. Race and sex filters can also help distinguish people with similar names.
- Use “include charge” when you need booking-charge information. The portal also provides an option to include alias searches.
- Open the matching record and verify the person. Compare the name, booking details, docket information and charges rather than relying on a name alone.
What the official search requires
The current PCSO search indicates that a name, docket number or booking date is required. If your first attempt returns no result, remove unnecessary filters and search more broadly before assuming the person is not in custody.
What You Can Learn From a Pinellas Jail Record
| Information | How to use it |
|---|---|
| Name and identifying information | Use it to make sure you have the correct person, especially when names are common. |
| Booking or docket information | Useful when contacting the jail, paying bond, searching court records or requesting older records. |
| Booking date | Helps confirm whether the record matches the arrest you are researching. |
| Listed charges | Shows allegations associated with the booking. A listed charge is not proof of conviction. |
| Bond information | Use it as a starting point before confirming the current amount and release conditions. |
| Custody or release information | Helps determine whether the person is still in the county jail or has left custody. |
If the Person Was Arrested Very Recently
All county arrests must pass through intake and booking before the public jail record is complete. PCSO’s Central Booking and Release section handles physical intake and release processing for the jail.
If you cannot find a recent arrest:
- Check the spelling of the legal surname.
- Search without race, sex or other optional filters.
- Try the docket number or booking date if you know it.
- Check whether the arrest actually occurred in Pinellas County.
- Allow time for intake and booking to be completed.
- Call Inmate Records at 727-464-6415 when the online search does not resolve the issue.
Current Inmates, Recent Releases and Older Jail Records
The official Pinellas County Arrest Inquiry is not an unlimited historical database. It covers:
- People currently incarcerated in Pinellas County Jail
- People released during the previous 30 days
If the person was released more than 30 days ago, use the Sheriff’s Public Records process instead of repeatedly searching the current roster.
- Open the PCSO Public Records page.
- Submit a records request with the person’s full name and any known booking, docket or arrest information.
- Track the request through the records portal if a tracking option is provided.
- If needed, contact the Public Records Processing Unit at 727-582-5865.
Jail Roster vs. Court Records: Know Which One You Need
A jail search answers a custody question. The court system answers what happened to the criminal case. These records should not be treated as interchangeable.
| If you want to know… | Use… |
|---|---|
| Is the person in Pinellas County Jail now? | PCSO Arrest Inquiry |
| Was the person released within the last 30 days? | PCSO Arrest Inquiry |
| What charges are listed with the booking? | PCSO Arrest Inquiry |
| What is the current court case? | Pinellas Clerk court-record search |
| What hearings or docket entries are available? | Pinellas Clerk court-record search |
| What was the final case disposition? | Pinellas Clerk of the Circuit Court |
| Jail record is more than 30 days old | PCSO Public Records request |
| Person was transferred to Florida state prison | Florida Department of Corrections Offender Search |
How to continue from the jail record to the court case
- Find the correct person in the PCSO jail search.
- Note the name, docket/case information and charges.
- Open the Pinellas County Clerk Court Records Inquiry.
- Search the defendant’s name or known case information.
- Match the court record carefully before relying on a hearing, charge or disposition.
The Clerk’s main office can be reached at 727-464-7000. Some court documents may be restricted, redacted or unavailable through public online access.
How to Post Bond for a Pinellas County Jail Inmate
Before paying anything, search the inmate first and verify the booking number, inmate number, each charge and the current bond shown for that charge. Multiple charges or holds can affect whether payment actually results in release.
Credit or debit card bond
PCSO currently uses AllPaid for eligible card bond payments. The Sheriff states that the program can be used for up to $2,500 per charge. You will need the defendant’s name and inmate or booking number.
Pinellas inmate bond Pay Location Code: a00693
Cash bond
Cash bonds are accepted for the full bond amount. PCSO requires valid photo identification. Bank checks, traveler’s checks and money orders used for a cash bond must be payable to the Clerk of the Circuit Court. Personal checks are not accepted.
Surety bond
Registered bonding agents may post surety bonds. PCSO provides registered-agent information through jail information displays and kiosks.
Check Current PCSO Bond InstructionsBond amounts and eligibility can change because of court orders, additional charges or holds. Confirm the live inmate record before making payment.
Pinellas County Jail Visitation
Social visitation at Pinellas County Jail is now primarily remote video visitation through Smart Communications. PCSO states that there are no routine face-to-face social visits; in-person access is generally limited to professional or specifically approved visits.
| Provider | Smart Communications / SmartInmate |
|---|---|
| Remote visitation hours | 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., seven days a week |
| Scheduled visit length | 30 minutes |
| How early to schedule | At least 24 hours in advance |
| Maximum advance booking | 7 days |
| Included inmate sessions | Four 30-minute remote/on-demand video sessions per week |
| Additional sessions | PCSO currently lists $0.16 per minute |
How family or friends set up a visit
- Confirm that the person is still housed at Pinellas County Jail.
- Create an account at SmartInmate.com.
- Provide the required account information and government-issued photo identification.
- Connect your account to the inmate.
- Select an available visitation time within the current jail schedule.
- Be available when the session begins. Inmate-initiated on-demand visits must be answered promptly.
Smart Communications customer care is listed by PCSO at 727-349-1561, seven days a week from 7:00 a.m. to midnight Eastern Time.
How to Send Personal Mail
Routine personal mail is processed through Smart Communications rather than mailed directly to an inmate’s housing unit.
Smart Communications-Pinellas County Jail
Attention To: Inmate Name and ID Number
P.O. Box 9204
Seminole, FL 33775-9129
PCSO warns that personal mail without the inmate’s name and ID number can be returned to the sender. To reduce problems, also include accurate identifying information and a return address.
Regular letters, postcards, greeting cards and similar personal mail are scanned into the Smart Communications system for the inmate to view on a tablet or housing-unit kiosk. Therefore, send copies of photographs or documents that you do not need returned.
The 2026 inmate handbook lists prohibited or restricted items including cash/checks, blank stationery, loose stamps, food, laminated items, stickers, glitter, certain art materials, maps/catalogs and other items that may be treated as contraband.
Legal mail uses a different address
Inmate Name and Docket #
14400 49th Street North
Clearwater, FL 33762
Phone Calls, Messages and Photos
Inmates cannot receive ordinary incoming telephone calls. They can place outgoing calls through Smart Communications using assigned tablets or housing-unit kiosks.
- Incoming personal calls are not accepted.
- Outgoing calls may be recorded.
- Three-way calling is prohibited under jail rules.
- Family and friends can fund communication services through SmartInmate.
- Electronic messages and approved photographs can be sent through SmartInmate.
- PCSO states that inmates receive eight free electronic messages per month.
For a problem involving an inmate telephone call, the 2026 handbook directs the outside recipient to Smart Communications at 1-877-650-4250 with the phone number, date and time of the affected call.
How to Put Money on an Inmate Account
Pinellas County Jail provides several ways for family or friends to add money to an inmate account.
Online deposit
PCSO accepts online deposits through ConnectNetwork. Customer-service questions for online deposits can be directed to 877-650-4249.
The 2026 jail handbook states that electronic deposits are limited to $300 per inmate per day.
Money order
Money orders can be mailed to:
Inmate Accounting
14400 49th Street North
Clearwater, FL 33762
Include the inmate’s full name and docket number. PCSO’s general inmate-information page also instructs senders to include the housing assignment, so add it when known.
Commissary
Friends and family can purchase approved commissary packages through iCare. The 2026 handbook states that inmates can normally place commissary orders twice each week and limits each combined clothing/food order to $100.
How Long Does Release Take After Bond or a Court Order?
A court order or completed bond does not mean the person walks out of the jail immediately. The jail still has to complete records checks and release processing.
The 2026 inmate handbook specifically notes that when a judge orders a release from court, the inmate may have to return to the housing area while the Inmate Records Section clears the paperwork, and the process can take several hours.
If the online roster still shows custody shortly after a release order or bond payment, allow for processing and contact Inmate Records at 727-464-6415 when confirmation is necessary.
If the Person Is No Longer in Pinellas County Jail
A missing jail record does not necessarily mean the person is no longer incarcerated. The person could have been released, transferred or moved into another correctional system.
| Situation | Where to search next |
|---|---|
| Released less than 30 days ago | PCSO Arrest Inquiry |
| Released more than 30 days ago | PCSO Public Records |
| Criminal case continues after release | Pinellas Clerk court records |
| Sentenced to Florida state prison | Florida Department of Corrections Offender Search |
| Federal custody | Use the applicable federal inmate/detainee locator rather than the county roster |
Pinellas County Jail Contact Information
| Facility | Pinellas County Jail |
|---|---|
| PCSO address | 14400 49th Street North, Clearwater, FL 33762 |
| Inmate Records / jail | 727-464-6415 |
| Sheriff non-emergency | 727-582-6200 |
| Public Records Processing Unit | 727-582-5865 |
| Clerk of Circuit Court | 727-464-7000 |
The Sheriff’s Department of Detention and Corrections manages the jail. PCSO reports an average daily jail population of about 3,000 people across its South, Central and North divisions, with Central Booking and Release responsible for county jail intake and release processing.
Related Inmate Search Guides
If the arrest occurred outside Pinellas County, use the jurisdiction that actually booked the person. These guides may help:
- Pasco County Jail Inmate Search & Roster
- Broward County Jail Inmate Search & Roster
- Arizona Jail Inmate Search & County Jail Lookup
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How do I find someone in Pinellas County Jail?
Use the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office Arrest Inquiry. Search by the person’s name, docket number or booking date, then compare the matching booking information before relying on the result.
2. Does the Pinellas County jail roster show recently released inmates?
Yes. The official PCSO Arrest Inquiry covers people currently incarcerated and people released within the previous 30 days.
3. How do I find a Pinellas County jail record older than 30 days?
Use the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office Public Records portal. The Sheriff directs users there for information about people released more than 30 days ago.
4. What is the Pinellas County Jail phone number?
The jail and Inmate Records number is 727-464-6415. The Sheriff’s non-emergency number is 727-582-6200.
5. Why is a recently arrested person not showing in the inmate search?
The person may still be going through booking, the name may be spelled differently, or the arrest may have occurred in another jurisdiction. Search with fewer filters and contact Inmate Records if the issue continues.
6. How do I check an inmate’s bond in Pinellas County?
Find the inmate through the official Arrest Inquiry and review the listed booking and bond information. Before paying, verify each charge and current bond requirement. PCSO provides separate instructions for card, cash and surety bonds.
7. Can I visit a Pinellas County Jail inmate in person?
Routine family and friend visits are conducted remotely through Smart Communications. PCSO states there are no regular face-to-face social visits; in-person visits are generally limited to approved professional or specially authorized visits.
8. How do I send mail to a Pinellas County Jail inmate?
Send routine personal mail to Smart Communications-Pinellas County Jail, Attention To the inmate’s name and ID number, P.O. Box 9204, Seminole, FL 33775-9129. Regular personal mail is scanned for electronic delivery to the inmate.
9. Can a Pinellas County Jail inmate receive phone calls?
No. Inmates cannot receive ordinary incoming calls. They can make outgoing calls through Smart Communications using jail tablets or housing-unit kiosks.
10. Where do I check the final outcome of a Pinellas County criminal case?
Use the Pinellas County Clerk of the Circuit Court records system. The jail roster is a custody and booking record and should not be used as proof of a conviction or final case disposition.
Official Resources
- Pinellas County Sheriff – Arrest Inquiry
- PCSO – Inmate Mail, Money, Commissary, Calls and Messaging
- PCSO – Current Visitation Information
- PCSO – How to Post Bond
- PCSO – Public Records Requests
- Pinellas County Jail – 2026 Inmate Handbook
- Pinellas County Clerk – Court Records Inquiry
- Florida Department of Corrections
Accuracy note: Jail custody, charges, bond and release information can change throughout the day. Use the live Sheriff or Clerk record when making a legal, financial or time-sensitive decision.