Lake County Inmate Search
A Lake County inmate search is the retrieval of information about prisoners or parolees and their incarceration records based on the jurisdiction they were held. Chapter 119 of the Florida Public Records law dictates that records created or received by public agencies during their course of operation be made available for inspection, with some exceptions.
As inmate records are considered a part of Lake County public records, members of the public can look up a Lake County inmate. Inmate searches can be conducted through both online and offline means, which are provided by the Lake County Sheriff's Office, which maintains these records.
Lake County Crime and Incarceration Statistics
The most popular crimes committed in Lake County are larceny and theft, burglary, and aggravated assault. Larceny and theft had a total of 1764 arrests, and burglary and aggravated assault arrest trends show 620 and 369 arrests consecutively.
Lake County has a higher rate of non-violent crimes than violent crimes. Its violent crime national average stands at 20.6, compared to the overall US national average of 22.7. According to the Lake County Sheriff's Office’s report, out of 3597 warrants received, 2605 individuals were arrested in the county.
Lake County Prison System
The Lake County detention center is the main jail in the county for holding people arrested on pre-trial detention and those who have been sentenced by a court. The Lake County detention center is also called the Taveras Jail or Lake County Jail and is a medium-security prison that holds male and female inmates. Their charges range from misdemeanors to felonies. It also houses juveniles.
The detention center has 239 employees (179 sworn and 60 non-sworn) who are overseen by the Lake County Sheriff's Office. It has a capacity of 960 inmates and a daily average population of 828 inmates. The Lake County detention center is accredited by both the Florida Corrections Accreditation Commission and the National Commission on Correctional Health Care.
How to Find an Inmate in Lake County
To find an inmate in Lake County, a person can explore any of the following options:
- Online Databases
- In-person Visits to the Sheriff's Office or Lake County Jail
- Phone and mail-in Requests to the Sheriff's Office or Lake County Jail
- Third-Party Websites.
How Does a Lake County Inmate Search Work?
According to Chapter 119 of the Florida public records law, records created and maintained by public agencies must be made available for public inspection. Inmate information is allowed to be disseminated as, under this law, it is classified as public records. Some records may, however, be legally sealed or expunged, making them inaccessible during an inmate search.
Examples of information that can be found during an inmate search include the following:
- Inmate details (name, mugshot, inmate number)
- Booking date
- Potential release date
- Inmate charges
- Bond amount
- Holding facility location
Where to Find a Lake County Inmate Locator
The Lake County Sheriff's Office provides an online inmate search tool with information about inmates at the Lake County Jail. The steps for using this locator are as follows:
- Go to the Inmate Search Portal
- Perform either a Name Search or a Date Search by Clicking on the appropriate button
- To find an inmate by name, enter their key details into the search box, including their first name and last name.
- To find an inmate by date, enter the start date and the end date within which you want to search into the search box. This is only available for records entered within 30 days of your search.
- Click submit to view the inmate roster.
Similarly, the Florida Department of Corrections has a statewide Offender Information Search where individuals can search for inmates if they have their first name, last name, and DC number. To locate inmates within the federal system, the Federal Bureau of Prisons Inmate Locator can also be utilized.
Third-party online databases can offer inmate search services for free or for a fee. It is, however, important to note that the information obtained from these sites may not be as up-to-date as the Lake County Inmate search tool.
How to Send Jail Mail in Lake County
To send jail mail in Lake County, a person has to ensure their mail is properly addressed and sent to the appropriate receiving facility. Personal mail in Lake County is sent to the Securus Digital Mail Center. The mail should include the sender’s name and address and should be addressed to the inmate’s legal name and ID number through the Securus Digital Mail Center.
The Lake County detention center receives legal mail, publications (directly from the publisher), and money orders. Mails without the full name and address of the sender, name, and ID of the inmate, or not sent to the appropriate receiving facility, will be returned to the sender. All mail must be sent through the US Postal Service.
All mail is opened and checked for contraband before being given to the inmate. Contraband items include packages, Polaroid photos, adhesive items, and explicit materials. Do not send contraband items, as they will be returned to the sender.
Lake County Jails and Prisons
The Lake County Jail is the only prison facility in Lake County. Its contact information is as follows:
Lake County Jail
551 West Main Street
Tavares, FL 32778
Phone: (352) 742-4000
Fax: (352) 742-4039
