Seminole County, Florida Inmate Search

Seminole County inmate search refers to the methods for locating inmate information in Seminole County, Florida. The county operates one main adult correctional facility, the John E. Polk Correctional Facility. The Seminole County Sheriff’s Office manages the facility and processes over 20,000 bookings annually. Depending on the nature of the offense, individuals may be transferred from county custody to state prisons or federal correctional facilities, which can complicate the search process.

To address this, county and state authorities offer a variety of public-facing resources for accessing inmate-related information. Available records may include arrests, bookings, custody status, and case dispositions.

In addition, city police departments, such as the Sanford Police Department and the Altamonte Springs Police Department, may maintain separate jail rosters that reflect local arrests, initial detention, and subsequent transfers to state or federal penitentiaries.

How to Find an Inmate in Seminole County Jail

John E. Polk Correctional Facility is managed by the Seminole County Sheriff’s Office, which also serves as the county’s primary law enforcement agency. The Sheriff’s Office allows the public to search for inmates currently being held in the John E. Polk jail through their official website.

The search process involves visiting the Sheriff’s website and navigating to the Current Inmate search page. On the page, individuals may search for specific inmates by Name, Booking Number, Age, Race, and Gender.

For further inquiries, contact the Seminole County Sheriff’s Office using the information provided below:

Seminole County Sheriff’s Office,

100 Eslinger Way, Sanford, FL 32773

407.665.6650

866. FLA-SCSO (866.352.7276)

How to Use the Seminole County Jail Roster

To use the search system on the Sheriff website:

• Visit the Seminole County Sheriff’s Office website
• Locate the menu at the top of the Home Page and select the "How Can I" option
• Click on "Current Inmates"
• Next, click on "Search for Current Inmates."
• Enter the inmate’s name or booking number into the appropriate name fields
• Click "Submit" to initiate a database query.
• The search results will show profiles of inmates matching the user’s description.

Searches conducted with a booking number are much more accurate and usually eliminate one step in the search process. Name searches may produce an index of profiles sharing the same name, including the name of the specific inmate the user seeks. When searching with a name, the user can indicate the inmate’s Age, Race, and Gender by selecting the appropriate options on the search fields before clicking on "Submit". This can help refine search results and locate the specific inmate upon the first search.

If the user is certain that the inmate has been booked, but the online search result is not reflecting their profile, they can pay an in-person visit to the Seminole County Sheriff’s Office using the contact information below:

Seminole County Sheriff’s Office,

100 Eslinger Way, Sanford, FL 32773

407.665.6650

866. FLA-SCSO (866.352.7276)

Contact Details for Seminole County Jail or Sheriff’s Office

The Seminole County Sheriff’s Office manages the John E. Polk Correctional Facility, which also serves as the county’s main adult detention facility. Below are the primary contact details for individuals seeking inmate information, visitation guidance, or other official assistance.

John E. Polk Correctional Facility (County Jail)

211 Eslinger Way

Sanford, FL 32773

Main Phone Number

(407) 665-1200

Booking / Inmate Information Line

(407) 665-1200 (follow prompts for inmate services)

Visitation Information

Visitation scheduling and policies are handled through the Sheriff’s Office. Details are available by phone or through the official website.

Seminole County Sheriff’s Office (Administrative Headquarters)

Address

100 Eslinger Way

Sanford, FL 32773

Non-Emergency Phone Number

(407) 665-6650

Table for Quick Reference

Service	Contact Information
Jail Address	211 Eslinger Way, Sanford, FL 32773
Jail Main Phone	(407) 665-1200
Sheriff’s Office (Non-Emergency)	(407) 665-6650
Sheriff’s Office Website	https://www.seminolesheriff.org/

Jail Facility Overview in Seminole County

Seminole County has one adult detention facility located in Sanford, Florida. Officially known as the John E. Polk Adult Detention Facility, it houses both male and female inmates in separate housing units, including sentenced and pre-trial detainees. The facility has a capacity of 1,396 inmates and is managed by the Seminole County Sheriff’s Office. It processes over 20,000 inmates annually.

Other facilities operated by city police departments, like the Sanford PD and the Altamonte Springs PD, are used for holding the latest arrestees until their arrest and booking paperwork are finalized, and they are transferred to the appropriate county and state correctional facility fitting the criminal allegation.

Agency	Office and Mail Address	Phone Number	Office Hours	Email
Seminole County Sheriff’s Office	211 Eslinger Way Sanford, FL 32773 Main Phone Number	Main Phone Number (407) 665-1200	8.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. Mondays through Fridays	For specific inquiries, use Sheriff@seminolesheriff.org
John E. Polk Correctional Facility	Address 211 Eslinger Way Sanford, FL 32773	(407) 665-1200	24 hours a day, full week	General Inquiries: Contact Form - Seminole County Sheriff’s Office

How to Send Money to an Inmate in the John E. Polk Correctional Facility?

Funds may be deposited into an inmate’s account using any of the following methods:

Online

Deposits may be made at AccessCorrections.com using Visa or Mastercard credit or debit cards.

By Phone

Call 1-866-345-1884 to deposit funds using a Visa or Mastercard credit or debit card.

Bilingual customer service representatives are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Cash Deposits at Walk-In Locations

Individuals may enroll and locate participating cash payment locations by visiting CashPayToday.com or calling 1-844-340-2274.

Cash deposits are also acceptable through ACE Cash Express locations at acecashexpress.com or by calling 1-877-223-2274.

Mail

Money orders may be mailed, but must include a completed Money Order Deposit Form. Mail payments to:

Secure Deposits - Seminole County

P.O. Box 12486

St. Louis, MO 63132

Lobby Kiosks

Self-service kiosks are available in the Release Control area and the Main Lobby. These kiosks accept cash, Visa, and Mastercard credit or debit cards.

Once funds are deposited into an inmate’s account, they are non-refundable. Funds may only be released to the licensed attorney or bail agent for the purpose of posting bail.

Deposit Methods	Details
Online	Visit AccessCorrections.com. Accepts Visa and Mastercard credit/debit cards.
Phone	Call 1-866-345-1884. Visa and Mastercard are accepted. Bilingual agents available 24/7.
Cash (Walk-In)	Enroll at CashPayToday.com or call 1-844-340-2274. Also available at ACE Cash Express (acecashexpress.com or 1-877-223-2274).
Mail	Send a money order with completed Money Order Deposit Form to: Secure Deposits - Seminole County, P.O. Box 12486, St. Louis, MO 63132.
Lobby Kiosks	Located in Release Control and the Main Lobby. Accepts cash, Visa, and Mastercard credit/debit cards.

Inmate Search by Jail Facility

Because the John E. Polk Correctional Facility is the only jail facility in Seminole County, there are no separate jail rosters for looking up inmates in other correctional facilities within the county. Seminole County Inmate search for adults can only be conducted through the inmate search tool provided by the Seminole County Sheriff’s Office or by contacting the jail directly.

Individuals may sometimes confuse other types of facilities (such as juvenile centers, work release programs, or state prisons) with the county jail. These facilities operate under different conditions. These facilities operate under different authorities and may have separate search systems.

For example:

• Juvenile detention facilities are managed by the Florida Department of Juvenile Justice and have separate inquiry procedures.
• State prisons are operated by the Florida Department of Corrections and require searches through the state inmate locator system.
• Federal facilities require searches through the Federal Bureau of Prisons

Facility Name	Separate Search	Where to Find Information
John E. Polk Adult Detention Facility	No (uses county-wide search system)	Seminole County Sheriff’s Office inmate search or by phone inquiry
Juvenile Detention (if applicable)	Yes	Florida Department of Juvenile Justice
Florida State Prisons	Yes	Florida Department of Corrections inmate locator
Federal Prisons	Yes	Federal Bureau of Prisons inmate locator

Seminole County Visitation Rules and Schedules

The Seminole County Jail visitation policy provides opportunities for incarcerated individuals to communicate with their families and loved ones. All in-person visits are conducted as onsite video visitation at the facility’s main entrance, specifically in the area designated as Control 1 (Visitation Room). These onsite video visits are provided at no cost to either the visitor or the inmate.

In addition, inmates may participate in remote video visitations, which allow visitors to connect from another location. Remote visits are available for a small fee per session.

Who is Allowed to Visit?

• Adults and children
• One adult at a time
• Individuals under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Children must be monitored at all times and must not at any time be left unattended.

What Kind of ID approval is required?

• Government-issued IDs, such as a driver’s license, a passport, and a military ID
• Proper IDs with a photo indicating the visitor’s date of birth

Dress Code and Behavior Expectations

• Visitors must be decently dressed. No revealing garments or overly tight attire; no mini-skirts, shorts, tube-type tops.
• The following habits are prohibited during visitation: loud talking, smoking, eating, drinking, excessive emotionalism, or any other type of behaviour likely to disturb the peace.
• Each visitation is subject to a one-entry-one-exit policy. Once in, any exit from the visitation area will be considered as a departure and is treated as a conclusion of the visit.
• Cameras, radios, record or tape players, gifts, purses, food, wallets, cell phones, satchels, diaper bags, and chewing gum are not permitted in the visitation area. Violation of this rule may lead to confiscation of the object and loss of visitation privileges.
• Only IDs and car keys are permitted in the visitation area. There are public lockers where individuals can keep prohibited objects. Costs 25 cents.
• Individuals may be searched at any time if jail staff suspect they are in possession of contraband.
• Visitors must abide by the Corrections visitor regulations at all times

How Long Do Visits Last

• 30 minutes per visit. Two 30-minute visits per day. Four 30-minute visits per week

Visitation Days and Hours

• Visitation is by appointment only, which must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance.
• Visitors must arrive 30 minutes earlier than the scheduled time.
• They must register at the designated control room window. Registration will not be permitted, and access will be denied if they arrive at the scheduled time.

How to Schedule a Visit?

• Individuals should create a Smart Jail account and initiate a video visit using the link below: https://www.smartjailmail.com/log-in.cfm.
• The process must be completed 24 hours before the scheduled visit. Upon completion, users will be prompted with a quick access code. They are expected to bring this code to the visitation.

Where Do You Go to Visit an Inmate?

John Polk Correctional Facility

211 Eslinger Way, Sanford, FL 32773

PO Box 1907

Pinellas Park, Florida 33780

Ensure the inmate’s name or booking number is printed on the outside of the envelope or postcard so that the intended recipient receives the mail.

Mailing and Commissary Information

To send mail to inmates in the John E. Polk Correctional Facility, send the mail letters or correspondence to SCSO-SCH.

Inmate’s Name - Booking Number (ID Number)

Sending Photos

Usage of the designated avenue may attract a small fee. Visit www.Smartjailmail.com to create an account.

To know when the mail is received and viewed by the inmate, visit www.MailGuardTracker.com.

The following items are considered contraband and are not permitted:

battery-operated or electronic cards, candy, care packages, clothing, envelopes, food items, glitter, hygiene products, magazines, medication, Polaroid photographs, snacks, stamps, stickers, writing paper, and similar materials.

Adding Funds to an Inmate Account

Individuals should attach a money order to this Money Order Deposit Form and mail it to:

Secure Deposits - Seminole County

PO Box 12486

St. Louis, Missouri 63132

The jail does not accept the following: Social security income checks, foreign drafts, personal or business checks. To make further inquiries, visit the Jail and Inmates FAQ on the Seminole County Sheriff’s Office.