How do I find someone in Orange County jail in Orlando?

Use the Orange County Corrections inmate search at netapps.ocfl.net/BestJail. The database updates every 30 minutes and shows all current inmates across OCCD facilities including the 33rd Street Main Facility and the Booking and Release Center. Records appear typically within 30 minutes to 2 hours of booking. For questions, call Orange County Inmate Records Management at (407) 836-3400.

Where is the Orange County Jail located?

Orange County Corrections Department (OCCD) operates multiple facilities. The Main Facility, commonly called the 33rd Street Jail, is at 2450 W 33rd St, Orlando, FL 32839, with 1,053 beds. The Booking and Release Center (BRC) is at 3855 South John Young Parkway, Orlando, FL 32839, a 300,000 sq ft complex with three courtrooms, a full clinic, and a 592-bed capacity. OCCD also operates a Female Detention Center.

Is Orange County jail run by the sheriff?

No. In Orange County, the jail is run by the Orange County Corrections Department (OCCD), a county government department that reports to the Orange County Mayor's office, not the Orange County Sheriff. This is similar to Miami-Dade's structure and different from most other Florida counties. The Orange County Sheriff's Office handles law enforcement; OCCD handles corrections.

What court handles Orange County criminal cases?

Orange County is served by the 9th Judicial Circuit Court of Florida (which also covers Osceola County). The Orange County Courthouse is at 425 N Orange Ave, Orlando, FL 32801. Under Florida Rule 3.130, first appearance must happen within 24 hours of arrest. The Clerk of Courts staffs the Booking and Release Center 24/7 to provide jail and court-related assistance.

9th Judicial Circuit

Orange County Jail Inmate Search

The Orange County Corrections Department (OCCD) operates Orlando's county jail system. OCCD is notable in Florida for being a county government department rather than a sheriff-run operation, a structure it shares only with Miami-Dade. Its inmate database updates every 30 minutes, making Orange County one of the fastest-updating jail rosters in the state.

Orange County Corrections Department (OCCD)

OCCD is a department of Orange County government, not an arm of the sheriff's office. This unusual structure (shared only with Miami-Dade among Florida's 67 counties) means jail operations, detention programs, and inmate records are handled separately from law enforcement. The Orange County Sheriff makes arrests, but those arrested are turned over to OCCD for booking and custody.

OCCD Administrative Office

3723 Vision Blvd., 4th Floor
Orlando, FL 32839
Phone: (407) 836-3400

Mailing Address

Orange County Corrections
P.O. Box 4970
Orlando, FL 32802-4970

Records Management

Inmate Records Management
(407) 836-3400
Former inmate records: (407) 836-0321

OCCD Facilities

Where Orange County Inmates Are Held

Arrestees are processed through the Booking and Release Center (BRC) on John Young Parkway, where intake, classification, and first appearance court all happen under one roof. Inmates are then housed at the Main Facility, Female Detention Center, or other specialized units based on classification.

Booking and Release Center (BRC)

Opened June 30, 2006, the BRC is a 300,000 square foot, $72 million complex that centralizes arrest processing and court functions. Three courtrooms inside the facility handle first appearance hearings on-site, with dedicated space for the judiciary, Public Defender, and State Attorney. The BRC includes a full medical clinic, pharmacy, and a specialty mental health unit. The Orange County Clerk of Courts staffs the facility 24 hours a day.

Address:: 3855 South John Young Parkway, Orlando, FL 32839
Phone:: (407) 254-7541
Capacity:: Approximately 592 beds
Role:: Booking, classification, medical intake, first appearance court

Main Facility (33rd Street Jail)

The traditional jail facility commonly known as the "33rd Street Jail." The main housing unit for male inmates at all custody levels, from minimum to maximum security. Houses pretrial defendants and sentenced inmates serving county time (364 days or less under Florida law).

Address:: 2450 W 33rd Street, Orlando, FL 32839
Phone:: (407) 836-3400
Capacity:: 1,053 beds
Population:: Male, all custody levels

Female Detention Center

Dedicated facility for female inmates. As of November 2023, the Female Detention Center was the first OCCD facility to roll out Smart Communications electronic messaging, allowing inmates to receive emails and photos electronically. Physical mail is still accepted. The roll-out to other OCCD facilities has been phased in.

Population:: Female, all custody levels
Messaging:: Smart Communications electronic messaging active since Nov 2023

Video Visitation Center

OCCD's remote and onsite video visitation center for inmate visits. Approved property items (legal documents, limited clothing for upcoming court dates, etc.) can also be dropped off at this location 7 days a week between 9:30 AM and 8:30 PM.

Address:: 300 39th St., Orlando, FL 32802
Hours:: 9:30 AM to 8:30 PM, 7 days a week

After You Locate Them

What to Do Next in Orange County

Once you have confirmed your loved one is in OCCD 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 at booking under Orange County's bond schedule. A Florida-licensed bail bond agent charges 10% of bond as a non-refundable premium per DFS rules.

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Secure Legal Representation

First appearance happens at the BRC itself, so attorneys attending first appearance do not need to travel downtown. The Orange County Public Defender's Office serves qualifying defendants.

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Attend First Appearance at BRC

Unique to Orange County: first appearance happens inside the Booking and Release Center itself. Within 24 hours of arrest per Florida Rule 3.130, a judge reads charges and sets or modifies bond without the inmate ever leaving the jail complex.

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Set Up Communications

Register with Smart Communications (smartjailmail.com) for electronic messaging. Schedule video visits through the Video Visitation Center. Register with VINELink at vinelink.vineapps.com for automatic release alerts.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions, Orange County Jail

How long does OCCD booking take? +

Booking at the BRC typically takes 3 to 8 hours for misdemeanors and 6 to 12 hours for felonies, including medical screening, fingerprinting, classification, and assignment to housing. Because the OCCD inmate database updates every 30 minutes, the inmate usually appears in the online search within 30 to 90 minutes of booking completion, faster than most Florida counties.

Where is the 33rd Street Jail? +

The Main Facility, commonly called the 33rd Street Jail, is at 2450 W 33rd Street, Orlando, FL 32839. It is near the intersection of 33rd Street and John Young Parkway, close to the BRC. Phone: (407) 836-3400.

Can I visit an OCCD inmate? +

OCCD uses video visitation, either remotely through a computer or Android device, or onsite at the Video Visitation Center at 300 39th St., Orlando. Visitors must be on the inmate's approved list. Schedule visits through OCCD's contracted provider. Attorneys can arrange in-person consultations.

How do I send money or messages to an Orange County inmate? +

OCCD partnered with Smart Communications for digital communications. Send money orders to Smart Communications Deposit Center, P.O. Box 1848, Pinellas Park, FL 33780, with the inmate's name and booking number on the money order. After purchasing message credits, you can send electronic messages and photos. Physical mail continues to be accepted at the facility mailing address.

What is the bond process in Orange County? +

Most misdemeanors and lower felonies get bond set automatically under Orange County's bond schedule at booking. Higher-level felonies have bond set at first appearance within 24 hours. A Florida-licensed bail bond agent charges a 10% non-refundable premium under Florida Department of Financial Services rules. You can also post cash bond directly with the Clerk of Courts at the BRC, 24/7 staffing.

Who runs the Orange County Jail, sheriff or county government? +

The Orange County Corrections Department (OCCD), a county government department, runs the jail system. This is unusual in Florida, where most counties have the elected sheriff run detention. Orange County shares this structure only with Miami-Dade. The Orange County Sheriff's Office handles law enforcement; OCCD handles custody and detention operations.

Can I drop off clothes or supplies for an inmate? +

Yes, approved property items (typically limited clothing for court appearances, prescription eyeglasses, contacts with cases, approved legal documents) can be dropped off at the Video Visitation Center at 300 39th St., Orlando, between 9:30 AM and 8:30 PM, 7 days a week. OCCD does not accept medications, medical items must go through the facility's Health Services Division.

How long after bond until release? +

After bond is posted with the Clerk of Courts at the BRC, release processing typically takes 3 to 8 hours. Because the Clerk is on-site 24/7, posting bond is available any time of day or night. Holds such as probation violations, ICE detainers, or out-of-county warrants must be resolved before release, which can add several hours.

What court handles Orange County cases? +

The 9th Judicial Circuit Court of Florida serves Orange and Osceola counties. First appearances happen directly at the BRC. Felony trials are heard at the Orange County Courthouse at 425 N Orange Ave, Orlando. Case records are available online through the Orange County Clerk of Courts at myorangeclerk.com.

How do I get release notifications? +

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, anonymous, and works by phone, email, or text. OCCD participates in VINE.