Suwannee County Jail

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Suwannee County Jail Information

The Suwannee County Jail is a 235 bed jail in the city of Live Oak, Suwannee County, Florida.

This page provides information on how to search for an inmate in the official jail roster, or by calling the facility at 386-362-2222, directions to the facility, and inmate services such as the visitation schedule and policies, funding an inmate's account, mailing them a letter, receiving phone calls from an inmate, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond instructions, and commissary purchases.

Phone: 386-362-2222

Physical Address:
200 Ohio Ave. South
Live Oak, FL 32064

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's first and last name
Suwannee County Jail
200 South Ohio
Live Oak, FL 32064

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How Do You Find Someone in the Suwannee County Jail?

To search for an inmate in the Suwannee County Jail, 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 386-362-2222 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Arrests Warrants for Suwannee County and the entire state of Florida, as well as Suwannee County Criminal Court Cases and Courts for each county in the state of Florida.

Suwannee County Jail Inmate Search

The Suwannee County Jail maintains an average of 235 offenders in custody on any given day. The Suwannee County Jail 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 Suwannee County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 7,040 offenders.

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About the Suwannee County Jail
The Suwannee County Jail in Florida has a bed capacity of 60 and is considered a regional medium security jail with a capacity of around 67 inmates. It has been operational since 1971 and hosts inmates from all of Suwannee County. The facility boasts of about 4161 bookings yearly. The address and contact number for the Suwannee County Jail in Live Oak, Florida is 305 SW Pine St, Live Oak, FL 32060-2316 and 386-362-2222 respectively. Visitation hours are available on the Suwannee County Sheriff's Office website and inmates can be searched for on the JAIL View website. Inmates at Suwannee County Jail in Florida are allowed one to two visits of 30 minutes each at the facility, and potentially no limit on the number of visits when using the virtual visitation system. Visits must be scheduled by calling 386-364-3418 on the day of visitation between 8:00 AM and 11:30 AM. Each inmate is allowed one or two visits per week with each session ranging from 15 to 30 minutes, with a maximum of four visitors per booth excluding infants. The Florida Department of Corrections (FDC) allows inmates and their families to communicate utilizing interactive, stationary kiosks available in general population areas. Inmates may also suffer from pre-existing conditions such as alcohol and drug addiction, mental health issues, and chronic conditions. If an inmate violates the rules governing visitation, their visitation privileges may be suspended or revoked. In November 2022, an inmate at Suwannee County Jail was arrested for battery of a law enforcement officer. Complaints about FDC can be submitted to the Inspector General's Office using an online form. The Suwannee County Jail in Florida is unique in that it comprises 5 different jails throughout the county. It works closely with the Suwannee County Sheriff's Office, Live Oak City Police Department, and the Live Oak State Police. Inmates can be booked at the jail or transferred from other facilities such as Suwannee Correctional Institution and are listed on the jail roster.
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Recent Bookings & Arrests

How do I find out if someone has been arrested and booked into the Suwannee County Jail?

To find out if someone you know has been recently arrested and booked into the Suwannee County Jail, call the jail’s booking line at 386-362-2222.

There may be an automated method of looking them up by their name over the phone, or you may be directed to speak to someone at the jail. Sometimes the jail staff may ask you the offender’s date of birth to ensure privacy of the offender’s status.

Keep in mind that after an arrest, the information on an offender may not be publicly available for several hours.

If you don’t want to check up on an offender by calling the jail, you can also try looking up people recently booked online.

Suwannee County Jail Booking Roster

What happens during booking in Suwannee County?

After being arrested and taken into custody, and after being read their Miranda Rights, an offender will next be transported to the local police or department or the Sheriff’s Department in Suwannee County for booking.

Booking is very involved and requires multiple steps in the process, however, keep in mind that most attorneys will advise that an offender remain silent and not offer any additional information about the crime they have been arrested for because anything they do say may be recorded and may very well be used against them in court.

What is the booking process like at the Suwannee County Jail?

Booking includes having their photo (mugshot) and fingerprints taken, as well as being asked a lot of questions about their personal history and state of mind. If it’s a serious felony, their DNA may also be taken. They will also be checked for warrants in Suwannee County and other Florida and USA jurisdictions.

If the offender was arrested for a DUI offense, and has refused a breathalyzer test, they may also be forced to have blood drawn by a doctor or nurse.

It is also very likely that the offender will undergo a humiliating full body search while in the nude. This includes bending over, spreading their cheeks in the direction of an officer, and coughing. They will also be walked through a metal detector or x-ray machine, like those used at an airport.

What kind of questions are asked during booking?

The arresting jurisdiction will ask about gang affiliations, tattoos, medical conditions, prescribed medication they are taking, recreational drugs they are on or addicted to, allergies, if they are suicidal, and other relevant information that will help with determining their cell assignment and special needs.

What happens to an offender’s personal property during booking?

During the arrest and booking process an offender will also have all their personal property confiscated and held for either their release from jail, or with the offender’s approval, released to a friend or family member.

Personal property includes the clothing they are wearing, money, wallets, purses, cell phones, jewelry, body rings, earrings, watches, and even glasses if they are deemed a security risk. If they are allowed to keep their shoes or sneakers, the laces are removed.

What happens after booking?

At this point the offender will be allowed to make a free phone call to a person of their choice to notify them of their arrest, and/or arrange a bond or bail for their release.

If the offender is being detained and housed while awaiting arraignment, the Suwannee County Jail will provide a jail garment and slip-on shoes, a blanket, sheets, soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, and a towel.

Often, before they are dressed in the jail outfit and brought to their housing location, they will be forced to take a shower and undergo a disinfectant treatment for body and hair lice, scabies or other pests that may be residing on their person.

How long does the Suwannee County Jail Booking process take?

Booking can take anywhere from an hour to 24 hours or more. It all depends on the number of people that are awaiting processing, the number of staff on duty at the time, and the behavior of the offender.

If the offender is heavily intoxicated and/or violent, the Booking Officer may decide to stick the offender in a holding cell for several hours until they become more manageable.

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Directions / Map to the Suwannee County Jail
Inmate Visitation

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Suwannee County Jail? What is the Schedule?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Suwannee County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 386-362-2222 for further assistance.

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Remote Video Visitation

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Suwannee County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 386-362-2222 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Suwannee County Jail?

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

Choice 1 - Deposit Inmate Money Online

Suwannee County Jail 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 386-362-2222 first to ask Suwannee County Jail if this option is still available.

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

To deposit money in an Suwannee County Jail inmate's commissary account follow these instructions:

  • Start here and click ‘DEPOSIT MONEY’ in CommissaryDeposit.com
  • Choose Florida
  • Choose Suwannee County Jail
  • 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 Suwannee 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 Suwannee 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 Suwannee County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 386-362-2222 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Suwannee County Jail?

How an Inmate Makes a Phone Call to You or Others from Suwannee County Jail

To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Suwannee 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 Suwannee 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 Suwannee County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 386-362-2222 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

How do I Mail an Inmate in the Suwannee County Jail, and what can I send them?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Suwannee County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 386-362-2222 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Suwannee County Jail, and what can I purchase?

Suwannee County Jail 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 Suwannee County Jail
  • 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

Suwannee County Jail 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 Suwannee County

To deposit money in an Suwannee County Jail inmate's commissary account follow these instructions:

  • Start here and click ‘DEPOSIT MONEY’ in CommissaryDeposit.com
  • Choose Florida
  • Choose Suwannee County Jail
  • 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 Suwannee 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 Suwannee 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 Suwannee County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 386-362-2222 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Suwannee County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Suwannee County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 386-362-2222 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Suwannee County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Suwannee County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 386-362-2222 for further assistance.

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Are there photos of the Suwannee County Jail? What does it look like?
Other Jails in Suwannee County

What are the other City and County Jails in Suwannee County?

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Suwannee County Juvenile Facilities
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Other Jails Nearby

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

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Search for an Inmate in Suwannee County

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