Arrest.org Florida Arrest Records, Mugshots & Inmate 2026

Go to the Florida portal: Open florida.arrests.org in your browser.

Select the county: Use the county dropdown menu or scroll to browse the most recent bookings in a specific Florida county.

Search by name: Type the person’s first and last name into the search bar. Results appear as mugshot thumbnails with booking dates.

Extract booking data: Click on the profile to view the full-size mugshot, specific charges, bail amount, and booking number. Write down the booking number — you will need it to contact a bail bondsman or the county jail.

Cross-reference with official sources: Always verify the information using the official county sheriff inmate search (linked below) before making any financial or legal decisions.

Visit the FDLE portal: Go to cchinet.fdle.state.fl.us — this is the Computerized Criminal History (CCH) search system.

Choose “Instant Search”: Select the instant search option for same-day results delivered to your screen. Alternatively, you can choose “Certified/Non-Certified” for an official copy mailed to you.

Enter the subject’s information: Provide the person’s full legal name, date of birth (or approximate age), race, and sex. The more details you provide, the more accurate your results will be.

Pay the $24 fee: The statutory fee is $24.00 per name search, payable by debit or credit card at the time of the request. This fee is charged regardless of whether records are found.

Review your results: If a probable match is found, FDLE will display the subject’s criminal history record. You can print the results or have them emailed. Note: this search only covers Florida records — it does not include other states or federal criminal history.

Identify where your mugshot appears: Search your name on Google, Google Images, and Bing. Make a list of every website displaying your booking photo. Include Arrests.org and any other third-party sites.

Confirm the site falls under FL § 901.43: The law applies to websites whose primary purpose is publishing mugshots for financial gain or that solicit/accept payment for removal. It does not apply to news outlets, government websites, or official law enforcement portals.

Write a formal removal request: Draft a letter requesting the immediate removal of your booking photograph. Include your full legal name, sufficient proof of identification (such as a copy of your driver’s license), and the specific URL or details identifying the mugshot you want removed.

Send via USPS Registered Mail: This is a legal requirement under the statute. Send your written removal request to the website’s registered agent via United States Postal Service registered mail. Keep a copy of your letter and the mailing receipt.

Wait 10 calendar days: Once the website receives your registered letter, they have 10 calendar days to remove your mugshot.

Pursue legal action if they fail to comply: If the website does not remove your mugshot within 10 days, they face a civil penalty of up to $1,000 per day. If they remove the photo and then repost it, the penalty increases to $5,000 per day. You are also entitled to recover actual damages, attorney’s fees, and court costs.

Confirm your eligibility: Review the criteria above carefully. If you were adjudicated guilty of any criminal offense — even an unrelated misdemeanor — you are generally disqualified from both sealing and expungement.

Download the FDLE application: Get the Certificate of Eligibility application from fdle.state.fl.us/seal-and-expunge-process or request one by emailing SEinfo@fdle.state.fl.us.

Complete and notarize the application: Fill out all fields including your full legal name, date of birth, race, sex, mailing address, permanent address, arresting agency, date of arrest, and specific charges. The application must be notarized.

Submit fingerprints: As of 2026, Florida mandates the use of FDLE-approved live scan vendors for fingerprint submission. Confirm your vendor is approved before proceeding. This replaces the older ink-based fingerprint cards.

Pay the processing fee: Submit the required fee with your completed application packet. Mail everything to FDLE and wait for a determination. Processing typically takes approximately 12 weeks from the date a completed application is received.

Receive Certificate of Eligibility: If FDLE approves, you will receive a Certificate of Eligibility. This is required before you can petition the court.

File petition with the court: File a “Petition and Affidavit to Seal or Expunge” with the Clerk of the Court in the county where your arrest occurred. You must also send copies to the State Attorney’s Office in that county.

Court issues order: If the State Attorney has no objections and the court approves, a judicial order is issued directing all state agencies, law enforcement, and clerks to seal or expunge your record. This final processing can take several additional weeks to months as agencies update their systems.

Locate the inmate and confirm charges: Use the official county sheriff inmate search (linked above) to find the person. Note their booking number, charges, and bail amount.

Decide: cash bond or bail bondsman: If you can afford the full bail amount, you can pay cash directly at the jail. Otherwise, contact a licensed Florida bail bondsman. You will pay roughly 10% of the total bail as a non-refundable fee.

Provide the bondsman with booking details: Give them the inmate’s full name, booking number, charges, and the jail location. The bondsman will handle the paperwork with the jail.

Wait for release processing: After bail is posted, release processing typically takes 4–12 hours depending on the jail’s capacity and current processing volume. Weekends and holidays often take longer.

Visit the FDC portal: Go to fdc.myflorida.com and navigate to the Offender Search tool.

Search by name or DC number: Enter the inmate’s name (even a partial name works) or their DC number (the unique Department of Corrections ID, which may be numeric like 123456 or alphanumeric like A12345).

Filter your results: Choose from search categories: Inmate Population (currently incarcerated), Inmate Release (former inmates), Supervised Population (community supervision/probation), or Escape Information.

View detailed record: Click on the inmate’s name to see their mugshot, current facility, expected release date, offense details, sentencing information, and disciplinary history.

Confirm the inmate’s location: Use the county sheriff inmate search to verify the person is still in custody at that facility. Transfers happen frequently.

Check the facility’s visitation policy: Visit the county sheriff’s website or call the jail directly. Most Florida jails now use online scheduling systems.

Bring valid government-issued ID: You will need a valid driver’s license, passport, or state ID card. Expired IDs are typically not accepted.

Follow dress code and contraband rules: Most facilities prohibit revealing clothing, open-toed shoes, and any items that could be considered contraband. Leave personal items (phones, keys, wallets) in your vehicle.

Adding money to commissary: To send money to an inmate’s commissary account, most Florida jails use contracted services. Check the specific jail’s website for approved deposit methods (online, phone, or in-person kiosk).