Union County Detention Center

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Union County Detention Center Information

A regional juvenile facility is located within Gainesville, Florida, and it houses juvenile offenders from surrounding counties. There are 45 beds within the facility, and they are shared amongst the participating counties for both male and female juveniles. Several housing units are used to keep each unit safe with students who are of similar age and gender, with similar levels of charges they are facing, being grouped together into separate units. The cells or rooms for each juvenile is separate or they may have one person to share with. They are provided with clothing and bedding that is washed regularly, classrooms are in place to accommodate continuing their education with the local school board, and therapy and counseling are provided for all those who need it or will benefit from it, and assessments are provided to ensure that all needed treatments that are suitable for that individual are provided. Parenting classes, anger management, financial management, and substance use treatments are all available in the facility. Mail: Letters are permitted through the postal service, but families must provide additional supplies for anything more than the two letters that are supplied each week. All mail is checked for contraband. 3440 NE 39th Avenue Gainesville, FL 32609 Phones: Incoming and outgoing phone calls can be made and accepted, but only during approved hours and for phone numbers that are permitted, most often the parents or guardians. Visiting: Parents, grandparents, and legal guardians are approved for visits each week, and to ensure every family can visit there are three days with visiting hours. Thu 7:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Sat 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Sun 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Phone: 352-955-2105

Physical Address:
3440 Northeast 39th Avenue
Gainesville, FL 32609

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Juvenile's first and last name
Alachua Regional Juvenile Detention Center
3440 Northeast 39th Avenue
Gainesville, FL 32609

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How Do You Find Someone in the Union County Detention Center?

To search for an inmate in the Union 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 352-955-2105 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Arrests Warrants for Union County and the entire state of Florida, as well as Union County Criminal Court Cases and Courts for each county in the state of Florida.

Union County Detention Center Inmate Search

The Union County Detention Center maintains an average of 72 offenders in custody on any given day. The Union 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 Union County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 3,060 offenders.

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

The booking procedure at Union County Detention Center

After an arrest, individuals are taken to Union County Detention Center for the booking process, where their identity is confirmed, charges are reviewed, and decisions are made about whether they will be released on bail or detained.

The arrested individual should remain silent during booking, as anything said could be used against them. It’s important to wait for legal representation before answering questions.

The booking process at Union County Detention Center includes the following steps:

  • Personal identification confirmation.
  • Mugshots for record-keeping.
  • Answering health-related questions and inquiries about criminal history.
  • DNA collection may be required.
  • Conducting a thorough body search.
  • Securing personal belongings.
  • Providing a phone call.

The booking process can take anywhere from one hour to 48 hours. For questions about an arrestee’s bond or bail, contact the facility at 352-955-2105.

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Directions / Map to the Union County Detention Center
Inmate Bail and Bonding

How to handle bail after an arrest in Union County

If someone has been booked at Union County Detention Center in Gainesville, their next steps may include:

1. Release without posting bail, provided they agree to attend court.
2. Detainment until their trial.
3. Posting bail or bond to secure release. For the exact amount, call 352-955-2105.

There are a variety of payment methods available for bail.

  • Bail payments can be made with cash, credit, or money orders.
  • Assistance is available from licensed bail bond companies in Union County.
  • Property within Union County may also be used to cover the bail amount.

For a full guide to the bail process in Union County, Florida, visit the Union County Detention Center Bail Information Page.

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Inmate Visitation

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

Union County Detention Center ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

3440 Northeast 39th Avenue
Gainesville, FL 32609
352-955-2105

  • 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 352-955-2105 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 352-955-2105 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 Union County Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 352-955-2105 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 Union County Detention Center?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Union County Detention Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 352-955-2105 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Union County Detention Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 352-955-2105 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

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

How Do You Communicate with an Inmate in the Union County Detention Center by Phone

Follow these instructions on how to open an account with GTL Connect Network (aka Viapath Technologies)

  • Advance Pay - This phone account allows you to prepay so that your inmate can call you (and only you) whenever he/she wants and the cost of each call is deducted from your balance. You can even be notified by text when your balance gets low. You still have the option of accepting or rejecting each call.
  • Pin Debit  -  This option allows you to fund an inmate's commissary account and lets him pay for phone calls to you and others with the money. You will have no control over who your inmate calls.
  • Voicemail  -  You can leave a secure voicemail without having to contact the facility. When you call the local phone number for a facility offering Inmate Voicemail (call Customer Service at 877-650-4249 to get the local voicemail number for Union County Detention Center, you will be informed of the cost for leaving a message. To leave your message, simply select the inmate by ID number. Then, record your voicemail.

For full instructions on the Union County Detention Center Inmate Phone System, what the costs are, how it works, and tips and guidelines on rules, regulations and saving money on calls, check out our Inmate Phones Page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Union County Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 352-955-2105 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

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

Union County Detention Center Inmate Mail Guidelines

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

Envelopes
The Union County Detention Center 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:
3440 Northeast 39th Avenue
Gainesville, FL 32609



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
3440 Northeast 39th Avenue
Gainesville, FL 32609



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 Union County Detention Center allows books to be mailed directly to the jail from a reputable source such as AmazonBarnes & 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 Union County Detention Center 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:
3440 Northeast 39th Avenue
Gainesville, FL 32609

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Union County Detention Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 352-955-2105 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Union County Detention Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 352-955-2105 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Union 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 Union County Detention Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 352-955-2105 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Union 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 Union County Detention Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 352-955-2105 for further assistance.

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Other Jails in Union County

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

Union County County Jails
Union County Juvenile Facilities
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Other Jails Nearby

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

Union Alachua Bradford Columbia Baker
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Search for an Inmate in Union County

This facility, known as "Union County Detention Center" is also known as Alachua Regional Juvenile Detention Center, (Serves the following counties: Alachua, Baker, Bradford, Columbia, Dixie, Gilchrist, Hamilton, Lafayette, Levy, Putnam, Suwannee, Union), Union County Detention Center, Florida, Union.