Marion County Inmate Search
A Marion County inmate search allows individuals to access information on persons incarcerated in the jail for crimes for which they have been convicted. This helps victims know the custody status of their perpetrator's employers in running background checks on prospective employees and promoting public safety. Since inmate records are part of Marion County public records, inquirers can view or obtain copies of inmate documents at the Sheriff’s Office. The easiest way to look up Marion County inmate records is online.
Marion County Crime and Incarceration Statistics
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) provides arrest data to the general public through its Uniform Crime Reports. As of 2020, about 10,544 persons were arrested in Marion County. That same year, adult arrests totaled 9,733, while juvenile arrests totaled 811. Most arrestees were incarcerated for crimes like larceny, simple assault, and drugs.
Marion County Prison System
The Sherrif’s Office Detention Bureau oversees the care, custody, and control of the inmates housed in the Marion County Jail. There are between 1,600 and 1,700 inmates in the jail. Marion County has a Regional Juvenile Detention Center maintained by the Florida Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ). The Center has 60 beds with an average length of stay of 13 days. Marion County also has state prisons maintained by the Florida Department of Corrections (FDC). State prisons in Marion County include:
How to Find an Inmate in Marion County
Record seekers can find inmates in Marion County online through the Sherrif’s Office Inmate Search tool. A search can be conducted by first name or last name. Alternatively, requesters can click the Recent button to view recently admitted inmates. Copies of inmate records can be retrieved in person at the Marion County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) Records Division at:
Marion County Sheriff’s Office
692 NW 30th Ave
Ocala, FL 34475
Phone: (352) 732-8181
Copies of case reports cost $ 0.15 per page, but victims or reporting persons can access them for free, provided they have valid photo identification. Certified copies cost $1 per copy, but a certified copy of every page costs $1 per page.
How Does a Marion County Inmate Search Work?
Inmate records held by the Marion County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) are available upon request for inspection or copying pursuant to the State Public Records Act (Florida Statutes Chapter 119). Therefore, inquirers can retrieve extensive information on an inmate housed in Marion County jail. A typical inmate record reveals the following information:
- Mugshot
- Booking date
- Release date
- Booking number
- Age, race, and sex
- Height and weight
- Hair and eye colors
- Inmate ID number
- City, state, and zip code
- Full name (last, first, middle, and suffix)
- Charge information (charge number, violation code, description, and level, agency case number, bond amount, cleared type, end of sentence date, and next court date)
Where to Find a Marion County Inmate Locator
A Marion County resident can find inmate information using different inmate locators provided at the:
- County level: The Marion County Sheriff’s Office has an Inmate Locator that provides access to inmate information when a search is conducted by first or last name. The search result will reveal a list of all inmates bearing the searched name. Click on an inmate’s booking number to find additional information about the inmate.
- State level: Use the Inmate Locators hosted by the Florida Department of Corrections (FDC) to find information on inmates incarcerated in state prisons. With these locators, requesters can find information on inmate escapes, population, releases, and abscondings.
- Federal level: Use the Inmate Locator on the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) website to find Marion County inmates incarcerated in federal prisons. The search parameters are by name or number.
Alternatively, requesters can use third-party inmate locators to find information on Marion County inmates. A name or booking number will be required to process a search. Some third-party sites may charge a small fee to initiate an inmate search.
How to Send Jail Mail in Marion County
The Sheriff’s Office Inmate Mail Unit permits family members and loved ones to send mail to inmates in Marion County jail. All incoming mail is inspected for contraband. After clearance, the mail will be placed in each pod’s designated mail bags. Afterward, they will be locked and secured into a cart. At the designated time, addressed inmates will receive mail from the jail officers.
Marion County Jails and Prisons
Below is the list of the names, addresses, and contact information of all the jail facility, prisons, and detention center in Marion County:
Marion County Jail
3290 NW 10th St
Ocala, FL 34475
Phone: (352) 351-8077
Marion Regional Juvenile Detention Center
3040 NW 10th Street
Ocala, FL 34475
Phone: (352) 732-1450
Fax: (352) 732-1457
Marion Correctional Institution
3269 NW 105th Street
Ocala, FL 34475
Phone: (352) 401-6400
Fax: (352) 840-5657
Email: MarionCI.WardenOffice@fdc.myflorida.com
Lowell Correctional Institution
11120 NW Gainesville Rd.
Ocala, FL 34482-1479
Phone: (352) 690-8900
Fax: (352) 401-5331
Email: LowellCI.WardenOffice@fdc.myflorida.com
Florida Women's Reception Center
3700 NW 111th Place
Ocala, FL 34482-1479
Phone: (352) 840-8000
Fax: (352) 402-6620
Email: FloridaWomen'sRC.Warden'sOffice@fdc.myflorida.com
Re-Entry Center of Ocala CRC (Male)
(Contract Facility) 2006 Northeast 8th Road
Ocala, FL 34470-4231
Phone: (352) 351-1280
