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Guide to Jefferson County Jail, Florida

Overview of Jefferson County Jail

The Jefferson County Jail, located in Monticello, Florida, is a medium-security detention center that serves Jefferson County. This facility is responsible for the incarceration of individuals awaiting trial or sentencing as well as those serving short sentences in Jefferson County.

Contact Information

  • Address: 171 Industrial Park, Monticello, FL 32344
  • Phone Number: (850) 997-2523
  • Website: Jefferson County Jail Website
  • Email: sheriff@jeffersoncountyfl.gov

How to Locate an Inmate

To locate an inmate in the Jefferson County Jail, you can use the online inmate search feature available on their website or contact the jail directly via phone. This system allows you to search by the inmate's last name or booking number.

Visitation Information and Hours

Visitation at Jefferson County Jail is held on Saturdays and Sundays, structured according to the inmate's housing unit. All visitors must register and schedule their visitation 24 hours in advance. Visitors must bring a valid ID and adhere to the dress code as outlined on the jail's website.

How to Send Money

Money can be deposited into an inmate’s account through the kiosk available in the lobby of the jail or online via Access Corrections, the system used by Jefferson County Jail.

Phone Calls and Video Options

Inmates at Jefferson County Jail are allowed to make outgoing phone calls through a service provided by Securus Technologies. Additionally, video visitation can be scheduled and accessed through the Securus website.

Inmate Services and Programs

Jefferson County Jail offers various programs and services to inmates, including educational programs, religious services, and mental health care. These programs aim to aid in rehabilitation and prepare inmates for their reintegration into society.

History of the Facility

The Jefferson County Jail has been serving the county for several decades, undergoing various expansions and renovations to better serve the increasing inmate population and security needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I leave a message for an inmate?

No, messages cannot be passed directly to inmates. You may send them written letters following the guidelines provided by the facility.

Leave a Review

If you are a current or former inmate, employee, family member or a friend of someone who is in prison, please share your feedback so others can get better understanding how the institution works. The survey is completely anonymous and your personal information will never be shared or publicly shown.

Jefferson County Jail Inmate Searcher

Fill out the form below and receive a detailed report on an inmate. This includes current and previous arrest records, social media handles, current and previous addresses & phone numbers.

How to lookup someone in prison or jail

Steps to follow for finding
an Inmate

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Click on the 'Submit' button

General Stats for Florida

Florida Total Number of Inmates

137,077

Florida Total No. of Inmates

Number of people under Probation Supervision

179,594

Number of people under Probation Supervision

Prison population rate

367

Prison population rate: 100,000 residents

Parole Population

4,280

Parole Population

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

15,116

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

Inmates sentenced to more than 1 Year in private prisons

10,810

Inmates sentenced to more than 1 Year in private prisons

Sex

Sex

%

Total

Male

93.77

75,404

Female

6.23

5,013

Youth

Type

%

Total

Committed

63.12

1,263

Detained

27.14

543

Diverted

4.05

81

Prisons and Jails in Florida