If you are frantically searching for a family member or friend arrested in Orlando, Disney Area, or Winter Garden, you are dealing with the Orange County Corrections Department.
⚠️ CRITICAL LOCATION WARNING (Read Carefully): Before you proceed, kindly verify the location. “Orange County” is very common.
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Orange County, CALIFORNIA (Disneyland/Anaheim) – This is wrong.
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Orange County, TEXAS (Beaumont area) – This is wrong.
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Orange County, FLORIDA (Orlando/Universal) – This is the correct guide.
In Orlando, the Sheriff (John Mina) makes the arrest, but the Corrections Department (OCCD) manages the jail. This is a big facility with strict rules.
1. How to Perform an Orange County FL Inmate Search
You do not need to pay expensive fees to background check websites. The County provides a free “Inmate Database”.
Method A: The Official Online Search (Best Way)
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Visit Official Website: Go to the Orange County Corrections Inmate Search.
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Enter Details: Type the Last Name of the person.
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Tip: If “Rodriguez” gives too many results, type the First Name also.
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Check Status:
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“In Custody”: They are currently inside the jail.
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“Bond Amount”: This is the money you must pay to get them out.
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See Mugshot: You can see the booking photo and the list of charges (crimes).
Method B: The Booking Desk (Phone Call)
If you cannot find the name on the internet, you can call the records desk.
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Phone Number: (407) 836-3400
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What to Ask: “I am checking if [Name] has been booked into the BRC (Booking Release Center).”
SEO Tip: If the arrest happened in Apopka or Winter Park, the local police will transport the person to the main Booking Release Center (BRC) in Orlando.
2. Orange County Jail Address & Contact Directory
Please Pay Attention: There are TWO different buildings. Do not go to the wrong one.
Building 1: For Arrests & Release (The BRC)
If you want to post bail or pick someone up, go here.
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Name: Booking Release Center (BRC)
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Address: 3855 South John Young Parkway, Orlando, FL 32839
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Phone: (407) 836-3400
Building 2: For Visitation (Video Center)
If you want to visit an inmate, go here.
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Name: Video Visitation Center
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Address: 3000 39th Street, Orlando, FL 32839
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Note: This is about 1 mile away from the jail. Do not walk; you must drive.
3. Orange County Jail Visitation Rules (GTL / ViaPath System)
Important: You cannot have face-to-face visits in Orlando. All visits are Video Only.
Step 1: Create an Account
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Website: Go to GTL VisitMe (Orange County).
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Register: You must upload your ID photo and get approved.
Step 2: Choose Visit Type
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Remote Visit (Paid): You can visit from your house using your phone or laptop. You must pay a fee.
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On-Site Visit (Free): You can go to the Video Visitation Center (39th Street) and use the screens there.
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Requirement: You must schedule the visit 24 hours in advance. You cannot just walk in.
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⚠️ Strict Dress Code (Do Not Ignore)
The officers watch the video calls. If you wear bad clothes, they will ban you.
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NO Tank tops or sleeveless shirts.
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NO Low-cut tops (Cleavage showing).
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NO Short shorts (Must be mid-thigh).
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NO Bonnets or hats.
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Advice: Dress modestly. Treat it like a job interview.
4. Orange County Jail Sending Money (ConnectNetwork)
Inmates need money for Commissary (snacks, soap) and phone calls.
How to Deposit Money:
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Lobby Kiosk: Go to the BRC Lobby (John Young Pkwy). You can use Cash or Card.
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Online: Go to ConnectNetwork.com.
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Facility Site ID: You will need Site ID 196 (Orange County, FL).
Warning: Do not give cash to any person outside the jail. Only use the machine.
5. Orange County Jail Sending Mail: The “Seminole” Trap
STOP and READ: Do not send letters to the Orlando jail address. They will be thrown away. Orange County uses a scanning center in Seminole, Florida.
Correct Address Format: Smart Communications / Orange County Corrections [Inmate Name] – [Inmate ID Number] P.O. Box 9101 Seminole, FL 33775-9174
Rules:
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White Paper Only.
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No Photos: You cannot send physical photos. You must upload them digitally via the Smart Communications website.
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Legal Mail: Lawyer letters can still go to the Orlando PO Box 4970.
6. Orange County Jail Posting Bail: How to Get Them Out
If you want to release your loved one, you must pay the Bond.
Option A: Cash Bond
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Where: Go to the Booking Release Center (BRC) Lobby.
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How: Pay the full amount in Cash or Cashier’s Check (Payable to Clerk of Courts).
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Refund: If they go to all court dates, you get this money back (minus fees).
Option B: Bail Bondsman
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Where: Look for “Bail Bonds 33rd Street”. There are many offices right next to the jail.
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Cost: You pay a 10% fee (e.g., if bond is $2,000, you pay $200).
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Refund: No. You do not get this 10% back.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: Can I pick up an inmate when they are released? A: Yes. Go to the BRC Lobby (3855 S John Young Pkwy).
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Warning: The release process is very slow. It can take 4 to 8 hours after you pay the bond. Bring a phone charger and wait.
Q: What is “First Appearance”? A: If the website says “No Bond,” the inmate must see a Judge. This happens every morning (even weekends) at the BRC Courtroom. You can watch it online on the Orange County Clerk website.
Q: Is there a warrant search? A: Yes. You can check the Orange County Warrants database. Do not go to the police station if you have a warrant; they will arrest you.