Lake County Detention Center

To search for an inmate in the Lake County Detention Center, review their criminal charges, the amount of their bond, when they can get visits, or even view their mugshot, go to the Official Jail Inmate Roster, or call the jail at 352-742-4054 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Arrests Warrants for Lake County and the entire state of Florida, as well as Lake County Criminal Court Cases and Courts for each county in the state of Florida.

Lake County Detention Center Inmate Search

The Lake County Detention Center maintains an average of 960 offenders in custody on any given day. The Lake County Detention Center has a monthly turnover of 40% of their inmate population, another 30% turnover every 90 days, another 20% every six months, and approximately 10% stay incarcerated between six and twelve months. Every year Lake County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 20,400 offenders.

Paying an Inmate's Bond without Going through a Bail Bond Agency

• Bring cash, cashier's/certified check or money order for the full amount of the bond to the lobby of the Lake County Detention Center.
• Checks or money orders must be made out to the 'Clerk of Courts' for local charges and made out to the 'Lake County Sheriff' for all out of county charges.
• Call 352-742-4024 to verify you have the correct amount and if bringing a check or money order, to whom it should be made to.
• If an inmate has enough money in their commissary account, they can post bond themselves.

Lake County Bail Bond Information

Because Lake County and Florida can change their bail bond procedures, it is always best to call either the Lake County Detention Center at 352-742-4054, or the court in the jurisdiction (i.e. Municipal Court, District Court, etc.) where the offender was charged, and do this right after an arrestee has been booked. 

Ask the staff at the Lake County Detention Center or the Lake County Court Clerk these specific questions:

1. Is the defendant eligible for bail or a bond?
2. How much will the bail or bond be, and what are the additional fees?
3. Where do I go to pay it?
4. Are there any days or times of the day or night when I cannot post bail?
5. What types of payment are allowed? Cash? Money order? Credit card? What types of credit cards? Property or other collateral? Surety bonds?
6. Do I have to use a bail or bond agent?

If you feel the bail is too high and you wish to get it reduced, contact a lawyer or the defendant's public defender and get them to look into what they can do to get a bail reduction. The sooner you get working on this the quicker you will get your loved one released. 

This entire process will go smoother and faster with a criminal attorney or bail agent handling it for you.

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Lake County Detention Center? What is the Schedule?

Lake County Detention Center ON-SITE (at the visitation center) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

28129 County Rd 561
Tavares, FL 32778

352-742-4054

Schedule Video Visits online with Securus

• On-site Visits (at the visitation center) are free. Limit of two per week.
• Visits may last up to one (1) hour per visit.
• Visitation schedule subject to change.
• A maximum of 2 guests are allowed per an on-site video session.
• All visits must be made at least 24 hours in advance.
• For technical support call 800-844-6591.
• For local support or questions call 352-609-2177.

Lake County Detention Center REMOTE (at home) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

Schedule Video Visits online with Securus

• All visits must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance.
• Remote visits have a fee.
• Visitation Schedule subject to change.

Lake County Detention Center uses Securus Video Connect for Remote Inmate Video Visitation. 

Video Visitation allows 'approved' friends, family members, attorneys and clergy of an inmate to connect with them using their computer, Securus Video Visitation app, or ‘on-site’ kiosk. 

Steps:
Register and/or log in.
Select the facility of your inmate.
Review the days, available hours and the cost of remote and on-site visits.
Schedule your visit.

What is the Cost of a Remote Video Visit?
Costs vary and are subject to change, but generally visits range from $5.00 to $15.00 for a 15 to 30 minute online or on-site video visit.

How do you know if your Inmate will be available during the time you schedule?
The Securus system knows the times that Lake County Detention Center inmates are available for remote video visits.
It will not allow you to schedule a visit with your inmate if they are not available or the video visitation kiosk(s) in the jail are booked already.
Once you schedule a visit with your inmate they will be notified of the date and time of the visit.

Important Tips:
Your entire visit is being monitored and recorded. Do not say or do anything that you would not want being replayed in court.
You should schedule your visit, in advance, at a time that works best for you.
For best sound quality, use earbuds or headsets.

Quick & Easy Access to Important Information & Help:
Phone: 972-734-1111 or 877-578-3658
Video Tutorial on Registering for Securus Video Visits.
Frequently Asked Questions.
Lake County Detention Center Pricing.
Securus Contact Information.
iphone app
Android app

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lake County Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 352-742-4054 for further assistance.

Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Lake County Detention Center?

Lake County Detention Center ON-SITE (at the visitation center) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

28129 County Rd 561
Tavares, FL 32778

352-742-4054

Schedule Video Visits online with Securus

• On-site Visits (at the visitation center) are free. Limit of two per week.
• Visits may last up to one (1) hour per visit.
• Visitation schedule subject to change.
• A maximum of 2 guests are allowed per an on-site video session.
• All visits must be made at least 24 hours in advance.
• For technical support call 800-844-6591.
• For local support or questions call 352-609-2177.

Lake County Detention Center REMOTE (at home) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

Schedule Video Visits online with Securus

• All visits must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance.
• Remote visits have a fee.
• Visitation Schedule subject to change.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lake County Detention Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 352-742-4054 for further assistance.

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Lake County Detention Center?

There are two options for putting money on an inmate's books:

Choice 1 - Deposit Inmate Money Online

Lake County Detention Center uses CommissaryDeposit.com to process all online deposits to an inmate's account. The company charges you a small fee for doing so, but the fee probably isn't as much as gas and parking would cost to take it to the jail in person.

Choice 2 - Mail the Inmate Deposit to the Jail

Mailing a deposit takes more time to process than the other methods but can be done if you live too far away to bring it in person and you don't have a debit/credit card for online deposits. Never send cash. Always send a Money Order from the US Post Office, a reputable bank or Western Union.

Make the Money Order out to the inmate's name and put their Inmate ID# in memo section of the Money Order.

**Call 352-742-4054 first to ask Lake County Detention Center if this option is still available.

How to Deposit Money Online for an Inmate's Commissary Account in Lake County

To deposit money in an Lake County Detention Center inmate's commissary account follow these instructions:

• Start here and click ‘DEPOSIT MONEY’ in CommissaryDeposit.com
• Choose Florida
• Choose Lake County Detention Center
• View the date your order will be delivered, then click ‘NEXT’.
• Search for, then Select your inmate.
• Choose the amount to send.
• Register, and Pay for the deposit transaction

Note: You will be charged a fee to send money to your Lake County inmate. In addition, there is a maximum amount you can send. 

Contact Information
Customer Support page.
Customer Support phone:   912-584-6102
Email - [email protected]
Customer Support Hours - Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM EST

For complete information on fees, products, policies, deadlines, rules, minimum and maximum deposits and all the information you need to know regarding depositing money for your inmate in Lake County, go to our Send Money Page for details.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lake County Detention Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 352-742-4054 for further assistance.

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Lake County Detention Center?

How an Inmate Makes a Phone Call to You or Others from Lake County Detention Center

To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Lake County do the following:

1. Enroll in an account with Securus Technologies.

2. Choose one of three account types, Securus Debit, Advance Connect or Direct Bill.
3. Choose [facility_name_1}, then connect with your inmate.
4. If you have any questions, call Securus: 972-734-1111 or 800-844-6591.

To find out fees, how to's, calling times, limits on phone calls and other systems Securus has do that you can communicate with your Lake County inmate, check out our Inmate Phone Page.
NOTE: All of your inmate's phone calls are recorded and stored. It is advised not to discuss their pending case.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lake County Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 352-742-4054 for further assistance.

How do I Mail an Inmate in the Lake County Detention Center, and what can I send them?

Postcards
The Lake County Detention Center allows inmates to receive pre-metered postcards like the type purchased from the post office. They may also allow certain photo postcards as long as they have not been tampered with or contain images that may be considered to be obscene or violent in nature.

Envelopes
The Lake County Detention Center also allows regular postcards and envelopes to be mailed to inmates as well.

Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID Number
C/O Securus Digital Mail Center - Lake County Detention Center
PO BOX 22997
Tampa, FL 33634

Newspapers
Local or national newspapers may also be mailed to the inmate as long as they are mailed directly from the newspaper publisher.

Magazines
News, special interest or sports magazines may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the publisher. Any magazines that contain profanity, weapons, pornography or other content that is adult in nature will be confiscated by the jail staff and will NOT be delivered to the inmate.

Books
The Lake County Detention Center allows books to be mailed directly to the jail from a reputable source such as Amazon, Barnes & Noble or Books-A-Million. You can order them directly from your computer and have them shipped to the inmate at the address above.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Lake County Detention Center standards will be disposed of. No more than three books may be shipped at any one time.
Hard cover books will not be accepted by the jail due to their potential to be used as a weapon.

All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID Number
Lake County Detention Center
551 W. Main St
Tavares, FL 32778

Postcards
The Lake County Detention Center allows inmates to receive pre-metered postcards like the type purchased from the post office. They may also allow certain photo postcards as long as they have not been tampered with or contain images that may be considered to be obscene or violent in nature.

Envelopes
The Lake County Detention Center also allows regular postcards and envelopes to be mailed to inmates as well.

Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID Number
C/O Securus Digital Mail Center - Lake County Detention Center
PO BOX 22997
Tampa, FL 33634

Newspapers
Local or national newspapers may also be mailed to the inmate as long as they are mailed directly from the newspaper publisher.

Magazines
News, special interest or sports magazines may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the publisher. Any magazines that contain profanity, weapons, pornography or other content that is adult in nature will be confiscated by the jail staff and will NOT be delivered to the inmate.

Books
The Lake County Detention Center allows books to be mailed directly to the jail from a reputable source such as Amazon, Barnes & Noble or Books-A-Million. You can order them directly from your computer and have them shipped to the inmate at the address above.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Lake County Detention Center standards will be disposed of. No more than three books may be shipped at any one time.
Hard cover books will not be accepted by the jail due to their potential to be used as a weapon.

All mail, newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID Number
Lake County Detention Center
551 W. Main St
Tavares, FL 32778

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lake County Detention Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 352-742-4054 for further assistance.

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Lake County Detention Center, and what can I purchase?

Lake County Detention Center uses the services of CommissaryOrder.com to provide commissary for their inmates.

Ordering from CommissaryOrder.com is a simple process:

• Start here and click ‘PLACE ORDER’
• Choose Florida
• Choose Lake County Detention Center
• View the date your order will be delivered, then click ‘NEXT’.
• Search for, then Select your inmate.
• Choose your items. (scroll down to see the items available)
• Pay for the items.

Commissary Order Fees

In addition to the items you purchase, you will pay a ‘service fee’ for each item selected. The first item you select will cost you a fee of $2.00-3.00, then an additional $0.35 to $0.50 for each item you select after that.

Maximum Amount

Lake County Detention Center only allows you to purchase a maximum amount of $200.00 worth of products at a time.

Items you may Purchase from CommissaryDeposit.com:

• Clothing - thermals, underwear, bras, shoes.
• Stationary, envelopes, stamps, playing cards, board games
• Toiletries, hygiene, reading glasses, medicated creams, aspirin
• Soda, energy drinks, coffee, packaged meat & fish, soups, cookies, chips, pastries.

Customer Support

- CommissaryOrder.com only provides customer support via email at [email protected]

- Customer Support page.

Inmate Money Deposit Option

If you do NOT want to choose the commissary items for your inmate, but have them decide for themselves, go to CommissaryDeposit.com and send them money direct so they can purchase the items they want.

The fees to send money directly to your inmate are as follows:
$0.01 - $25.00 =    $3.25 + 3%
$25.01 - $100  =     $4.50 + 3%
$100.01 to $200 =  $6.00 + 3%
$200.01 & up =      $7.50 + 3%
(NOTE: The maximum allowed deposit is $260.00)

How to Deposit Money Online for an Inmate's Commissary Account in Lake County

To deposit money in an Lake County Detention Center inmate's commissary account follow these instructions:

• Start here and click ‘DEPOSIT MONEY’ in CommissaryDeposit.com
• Choose Florida
• Choose Lake County Detention Center
• View the date your order will be delivered, then click ‘NEXT’.
• Search for, then Select your inmate.
• Choose the amount to send.
• Register, and Pay for the deposit transaction

Note: You will be charged a fee to send money to your Lake County inmate. In addition, there is a maximum amount you can send. 

Contact Information
Customer Support page.
Customer Support phone:   912-584-6102
Email - [email protected]
Customer Support Hours - Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM EST

For complete information on fees, products, policies, deadlines, rules, minimum and maximum deposits and all the information you need to know regarding depositing money for your inmate in Lake County, go to our Send Money Page for details.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lake County Detention Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 352-742-4054 for further assistance.

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Lake County Detention Center using an Online Messaging Service?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lake County Detention Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 352-742-4054 for further assistance.

Do Inmates in the Lake County Detention Center have Access to Tablets or Computers?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lake County Detention Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 352-742-4054 for further assistance.

What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Lake County?