13th Judicial Circuit

Hillsborough County Jail Inmate Search

The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office (HCSO) Department of Detention Services operates two major jails in Tampa and a work-release center. Orient Road Jail processes more than 72,000 bookings per year from 27 different law enforcement agencies, making it one of the busiest intake facilities in Florida. Falkenburg Road Jail, at 3,300 beds, is one of the largest direct-supervision jails in the United States.

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Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office, Department of Detention

Unlike Miami-Dade and Orange County, where detention is run by a separate county department, Hillsborough County follows the standard Florida structure: the Sheriff's Office directly operates the jail system through its Department of Detention Services. The Tampa Police Department and about 26 other agencies turn all arrestees over to HCSO for processing and custody.

HCSO Headquarters

2008 East 8th Avenue
Tampa, FL 33605
Non-emergency: (813) 247-8200

Jail Information Line

(813) 247-8300
Primary number for both Orient Road and Falkenburg Road jails.

Mailing Address

Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office
P.O. Box 3371
Tampa, FL 33601

HCSO Jail Facilities

Where Hillsborough County Inmates Are Held

Every person arrested in Hillsborough County is booked at Orient Road Jail. After classification, most inmates are transferred to Falkenburg Road Jail for housing, where they remain through trial or until their release. Inmates with short sentences may serve their entire term at Falkenburg.

Orient Road Jail (Division I, Primary Intake)

The primary receiving and booking facility for all arrests in Hillsborough County. Houses Central Booking, Intake and Housing Operations, the Central Breath Testing Unit, the Juvenile Assessment Center, Inmate Property, Inmate Records and Classification, and the Detention Programs Bureau. Processes more than 72,000 bookings per year from 27 different law enforcement agencies. Every arrestee passes through here before classification and possible transfer.

Address:
1201 Orient Road, Tampa, FL 33619
Phone:
(813) 247-8300
Capacity:
1,711 beds
Population:
Intake and classification, some long-term
Bookings/year:
Over 72,000

Falkenburg Road Jail (Division II)

One of the largest direct-supervision jail facilities in the United States. Opened in 1998 with 768 beds, expanded in 2003 to add 1,536 more beds. Covers 142 acres. Direct-supervision design places deputies inside housing units for continuous interaction with inmates. Hosts vocational and educational programs including GED preparation, culinary arts, sewing, domestic violence courses, and substance abuse treatment. Also operates the Veterans Resurgence Program, which houses military veterans together and connects them with mental health and reentry services.

Address:
520 N Falkenburg Road, Tampa, FL 33619
Phone:
(813) 247-8300 (main) or (813) 247-0234 (direct)
Capacity:
3,300 beds (one of the largest direct-supervision jails in the US)
Population:
Pretrial and sentenced, all custody levels
Opened:
1998 (expanded 2003)

Video Visitation Center

The HCSO Video Visitation Center is located onsite at Falkenburg Road Jail and serves inmates at both Orient Road and Falkenburg Road facilities. Onsite video visits are free, and each inmate is allowed 3 visits per calendar week. Onsite visitation is available daily from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM. Remote video visits (fee-based) can be scheduled through the Getting Out Visits app or web portal for visits from home.

Onsite Location:
Falkenburg Road Jail, 520 N Falkenburg Road, Tampa
Onsite Hours:
Daily, 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Cost:
Onsite: free. Remote: fee-based
Visits per Inmate:
3 per calendar week
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13th Judicial Circuit

Hillsborough Courts and First Appearance

Hillsborough is served by the 13th Judicial Circuit. First appearance happens within 24 hours of arrest per Florida Rule 3.130.

George E. Edgecomb Courthouse

Criminal and civil circuit court
800 E Twiggs Street
Tampa, FL 33602

Clerk of Circuit Court

Case records and online lookup
hillsclerk.com

Public Defender

Serves qualifying defendants
Application filed at first appearance

State Attorney, 13th Circuit

Prosecutor's office
Office of the State Attorney, Hillsborough County

After You Locate Them

What to Do Next in Hillsborough

Once you have confirmed your loved one is in HCSO custody, these are the four things to handle immediately.

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Contact a Licensed Bail Agent

Most misdemeanors and lower felonies get bond set under Hillsborough's bond schedule at booking. A Florida-licensed bail bond agent charges 10% of bond as a non-refundable premium under DFS rules.

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Secure Legal Representation

An attorney at first appearance can file a motion to reduce bond on an emergency basis. Private attorneys can schedule a private video consultation with the inmate. Public Defender applications are filed at first appearance.

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Attend First Appearance

First appearance happens at the Edgecomb Courthouse within 24 hours of arrest. The judge confirms probable cause, reads charges, advises the defendant of rights, and sets or adjusts bond.

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Schedule Video Visits

Get on the inmate's approved visitor list, then schedule onsite video visits at Falkenburg (free, 3/week) or remote video visits through the Getting Out app. Register with VINELink for automatic release alerts.

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Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions, Hillsborough County Jail

Booking at Orient Road Jail typically takes 4 to 8 hours for misdemeanors and 8 to 14 hours for felonies. The process includes property intake, medical screening, fingerprinting, photographing, and a classification interview. Records appear in the HCSO arrest inquiry within 2 to 6 hours of booking completion.
Most inmates are transferred from Orient Road Jail to Falkenburg Road Jail after classification. Orient Road is primarily an intake facility. Falkenburg handles long-term housing for both pretrial and sentenced inmates at all custody levels. Some inmates may remain at Orient Road for specific reasons (medical, juvenile, special classification).
No, HCSO uses video visitation only, no in-person visits. Onsite video visits at Falkenburg Road Jail are free and available daily from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM. Each inmate is allowed 3 visits per calendar week. Remote video visits through the Getting Out Visits app are also available at a fee for visiting from home or office. Attorneys can conduct private video consultations.
Deposits can be made via physical kiosks in the front lobbies of both Orient Road and Falkenburg Road jails (accepting cash, checks, credit cards); online through HCSO's contracted payment provider; or by money order mailed to the deposit address with the inmate's name and booking number. Funds are used for commissary, hygiene, and phone credits.
Most misdemeanors and lower felonies get bond set automatically at booking under the Hillsborough bond schedule. Higher felonies have bond set at first appearance within 24 hours. A Florida-licensed bail bond agent charges a 10% non-refundable premium under Florida DFS rules. Cash bonds can be posted with the Clerk of Courts and are refundable after the case closes, regardless of outcome.
Standard first-class mail is accepted at both Orient Road and Falkenburg Road jails and is inspected before delivery. Include the inmate's full legal name and booking number on the envelope. Check the HCSO website for the correct mail address for each facility. Do not send cash, checks, gift cards, or packages.
After bond is posted at the Clerk of Courts, release processing typically takes 4 to 10 hours. Weekends, holidays, and late-night postings may extend the wait. Active holds (probation violations, ICE detainers, out-of-county warrants) must be resolved before release and can add significant time.
Falkenburg Road Jail offers GED preparation, culinary arts, sewing, domestic violence courses, and substance abuse treatment. The Veterans Resurgence Program houses military veterans together in a dedicated pod and connects them with mental health treatment, substance-use counseling, peer support, and reentry resources. Inmate Treatment and Intervention Services are available at Orient Road.
The 13th Judicial Circuit Court of Florida handles Hillsborough cases. Felonies are heard at the George E. Edgecomb Courthouse at 800 E Twiggs Street, Tampa. First appearance must happen within 24 hours of arrest per Florida Rule 3.130. Case records are available online through the Hillsborough County Clerk of Courts at hillsclerk.com.
Register free with Florida VINELink at vinelink.vineapps.com. VINE provides automatic alerts when an inmate is released, transferred, or has a court appearance. Registration is free and anonymous, and works by phone, email, or text. HCSO participates in VINE.
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