Venice Police Department Jail

Q: Does Sarasota County have bail?

Does Sarasota County have bail? Yes, Sarasota County has bail and recognizes most types of bonds. As of January 1, 2024, Florida moved to a statewide uniform bond schedule. The uniform bond schedule may change every year. The Venice Police Department Jail will let you know the amount of the bond. Under most circumstances your bond amount is set during the booking process, and you are eligible to bond out prior to going to court. Prior to January 1, 2024, each county set their own bond schedule. For more serious crimes, bond will be set at the first appearance.

Q: What kind of bonds are accepted in Sarasota County?

What kind of bonds are accepted in Sarasota County? Florida offers bail in the form of cash bail or surety bond and bonds from a professional bondsperson.

Q: Who can set bail in Sarasota County?

Who can set bail in Sarasota County? Under most circumstances your bond amount is set during the booking process by a judge, and you are eligible to bond out prior to going to court. Prior to January 1, 2024, each county set their own bond schedule. For more serious crimes, bond will be set at the first appearance. Bail is set by a judge in accordance with a precalculated schedule based on the seriousness of the offense.

Q: When is bail set in Sarasota County Florida?

When is bail set in Sarasota County Florida? In most cases bail is set immediately after arrest, based on the precalculated schedule. If a defendant is not eligible for immediate release bail may be set by a judge at the initial court hearing, or arraignment.

Q: How do I find out if someone has been arrested and booked into the Venice Police Department Jail?

How do I find out if someone has been arrested and booked into the Venice Police Department Jail? To find out if someone you know has been recently arrested and booked into the Venice Police Department Jail, call the jail’s booking line at 941-882-7549. 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. Venice Police Department Jail Booking Roster

Q: What happens during booking in Sarasota County?

What happens during booking in Sarasota 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 Sarasota 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.

Q: What is the booking process like at the Venice Police Department Jail?

What is the booking process like at the Venice Police Department 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 Sarasota 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.

Q: What kind of questions are asked during booking?

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 with 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. If the offender remains in jail for any length of time, the Venice Police Department Jail will allow a friend or family member to pick up the inmate's property if the offender gives written authorization for a named person to do so. To find out the days and times for picking up an inmate's property, and what you will need to bring to verify your identity, call the jail at 941-882-7549 during business hours.

Q: How long does the Venice Police Department Jail booking process take?

How long does the Venice Police Department 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. What happens after an offender is booked into the Venice Police Department Jail? 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 Venice Police Department 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.

Question 1

How Do You Find Someone in the Venice Police Department Jail?

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To search for an inmate in the Venice Police Department 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 941-882-7549 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Arrests Warrants for Sarasota County and the entire state of Florida, as well as Sarasota County Criminal Court Cases and Courts for each county in the state of Florida.

Venice Police Department Jail Inmate Search

The Venice Police Department Jail maintains an average of 29 offenders in custody on any given day. The Venice Police Department 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 Sarasota County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 18,380 offenders.

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About the Venice Police Department Jail

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The Venice Jail is located at 1350 East Ridgewood Avenue, Venice, FL, 34285 and has a capacity of 20 male and 9 female pre-trial offenders. The Venice Police Department is located at 1350 Ridgewood Avenue, Venice, Florida, 34285. The department's main phone number is (941) 486-2444, and the chief of police is Tom Mattmuller. Visitation hours for the Venice Police Department Jail in Florida are 9am to 11pm daily. Visits may be canceled up to 48 hours prior to the visit, and there will be no visits in the Venice City Jail. The Venice Police Department in Florida is responsible for a variety of tasks, including interacting with the community to identify and solve problems. Inmates at the Venice City Jail may not receive personal visits unless they have been classified or are under special medical observation. The jail is located at 1350 Ridgewood Avenue, Venice, Florida, 34285 and can be contacted by phone at 941-486-2444. Supervised Pretrial Release (SPR) is available to minimize unnecessary pretrial detention, reduce jail crowding, increase public safety and ensure pretrial release conditions are met. Decertifications of police officers in Florida can be found on Prison Legal News. The Venice Police Department Jail in Florida is unique in that it houses inmates over the age of 18 who are pending plea, sentence, or transfer to another facility. It also provides excellent service to those it serves and protects, and makes all records available in accordance with Florida Sunshine Law. In addition, the Sarasota County Sheriff's Office provides arrest search information as a service to citizens.

Jail (Main): 941-882-7549
Juvenile: 941-741-3023
Public Defender: 941-747-6436
Sarasota Jail Booking: 941-861-4601
Sarasota Police: 941-366-8000
Sheriff: 941-316-1201
Venice Police: 941-486-2444

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Question 3

Recent Bookings & Arrests

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How is booking conducted at Venice Police Department Jail?

After an arrest, individuals are transported to Venice Police Department Jail for the booking process. This procedure ensures the person’s identity, assesses charges, and determines if they will be released, eligible for bail, or detained until court.

Remaining silent during this process is vital. Anything said could be used as evidence, so it’s wise to wait for an attorney before speaking about the arrest.

Here’s a breakdown of the booking steps at Venice Police Department Jail:

Verifying identification information.
Capturing mugshots for record-keeping.
Health assessments and questions about criminal history.
Possible DNA collection.
Physical search for contraband or weapons.
Securing personal belongings.
Granting a free phone call.

The booking process varies in duration, taking anywhere from an hour to 48 hours. For questions about an arrestee’s bond, call the facility at 941-882-7549.

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Question 4

Directions / Map to the Venice Police Department Jail

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Question 5

Inmate Bail and Bonding

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How to post bail for someone arrested in Sarasota County

When an individual is arrested and booked at Venice Police Department Jail in Venice, the outcomes include:

1. Release without bail, under the condition they appear for their court date.
2. Remain in custody until the court appearance.
3. Post a bail or bond for release. Contact 941-882-7549 for specific bail amounts.

Bail payments can be made in different ways.

Cash, credit, or money order are accepted forms of payment.
You can work with a licensed bail bondsman in Sarasota County.
County real estate property can be used as collateral.

For further information on posting bail in Sarasota County, Florida, visit the Venice Police Department Jail Bail Information Page.

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Question 6

Inmate Visitation

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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Venice Police Department Jail? What is the Schedule?

Venice Police Department Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

1575 E. Venice Avenue
Venice, FL 34292
941-882-7549

Visits are 30 minutes.
You must be on the inmate's visitor list.
The actual visitation times may depend on the inmate and their housing location. Call 941-882-7549 and get your inmate's times and make an appointment to visit.
Inmates are allowed one visit per week.
A maximum of 2 guests are allowed per inmate.
Visitors must have a government issued photo ID.
Dress professionally with non-revealing clothing.

ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 941-882-7549 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!

DAY	TIMES
SUNDAY	9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM
MONDAY	9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM
TUESDAY	9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM
WEDNESDAY	9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM
THURSDAY	9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM
FRIDAY	9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM
SATURDAY	9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Venice Police Department Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 941-882-7549 for further assistance.

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Question 7

Remote Video Visitation

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Venice Police Department Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 941-882-7549 for further assistance.

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Question 8

Inmate Money Accounts

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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Venice Police Department Jail?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Venice Police Department Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 941-882-7549 for further assistance.

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Question 9

Inmate Phone Contact

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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Venice Police Department Jail?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Venice Police Department Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 941-882-7549 for further assistance.

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Question 10

Mailing an Inmate

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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Venice Police Department Jail, and what can I send them?

Venice Police Department Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Venice Police Department Jail 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. It is best to only use blue or black ink. Always include your name and return address.

Envelopes
The Venice Police Department Jail also allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates. It is best to only use blue or black ink.

Postcards and envelopes MUST HAVE the sender's full name and return address on the envelope.

Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
1575 E. Venice Avenue
Venice, FL 34292

Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
1575 E. Venice Avenue
Venice, FL 34292

Newspapers
Newspapers may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the 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 Venice Police Department Jail 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 noted.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Venice Police Department Jail standards will be disposed of.
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:
1575 E. Venice Avenue
Venice, FL 34292

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Venice Police Department Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 941-882-7549 for further assistance.

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Question 11

Inmate Commissary

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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Venice Police Department Jail, and what can I purchase?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Venice Police Department Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 941-882-7549 for further assistance.

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Question 12

Texting and Emailing an Inmate

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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Venice Police Department Jail using an Online Messaging Service?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Venice Police Department Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 941-882-7549 for further assistance.

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Question 13

Inmate Tablets

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Do Inmates in the Venice Police Department 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 Venice Police Department Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 941-882-7549 for further assistance.

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Question 14

Are there photos of the Venice Police Department Jail? What does it look like?

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Question 15

Other Jails in Sarasota County

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

Sarasota County County Jails

Sarasota County Jail

Sarasota County City Jails

Venice Police Department Jail

Sarasota County Juvenile Facilities

Manatee Regional Juvenile Detention Center

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Other Jails Nearby

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

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