Search Hillsborough County Bookings

Recent bookings in Hillsborough County are managed by the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office in Tampa. The sheriff runs two main jail facilities and provides an online arrest inquiry tool that lets you search for people currently in custody. Under Florida's public records law, anyone can look up arrest and booking details for inmates held at Hillsborough County jails. The sheriff's office posts booking data including names, charges, mugshots, and bond amounts. You do not need to give a reason to search these records.

Hillsborough County Arrest Inquiry

The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office runs an online arrest inquiry tool that shows current jail inmates. This database lists people currently in jail and includes information on their charges, bond amount, and booking photo. Each record shows the person's name, date of birth, place of birth, height and weight, mugshot, booking number, arrest date, SOID, charges, bond status, custody status, arresting agency, and release info when available.

To use the arrest inquiry for Hillsborough County, go to the sheriff's website and click the search link. Enter a last name to start. You can add a first name to narrow the results. The system pulls data straight from the jail's booking system, so the info stays current. Each result gives you a full view of the person's booking details in Hillsborough County. If someone has been released, their record may still appear for a short time after.

The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office arrest inquiry page allows public searches of current inmates and their booking details.

This tool is the fastest way to check on recent bookings in Hillsborough County without calling the jail or going in person.

How Arrests Work in Hillsborough County

When someone is arrested in Hillsborough County, the booking process begins at one of two jail facilities. Staff take a photo, collect fingerprints, and log all personal info into the system. The booking creates a record with the arrest date, charges, arresting agency, and bond amount. This process follows Chapter 901 of Florida Statutes, which sets the rules for arrests in the state.

Arrests in Hillsborough County come from many agencies. The sheriff's office, Tampa Police, Temple Terrace Police, Plant City Police, and other local departments all bring people to the county jails for booking. The Hillsborough County jail system is the central intake point for all arrests in the county. After booking, the person either posts bond, gets released on their own, or waits for a first court appearance. Bond amounts depend on the charge and follow the schedule set by the 13th Judicial Circuit.

Note: Booking records in Hillsborough County become public the moment they are created under Florida law.

Hillsborough County Jail Facilities

Hillsborough County operates two main jail facilities. Both are in Tampa and handle different parts of the inmate population. The Orient Road Jail sits at 1201 Orient Road and serves as the primary intake facility. The Falkenburg Road Jail is at 2310 N Falkenburg Road and has about 3,300 beds. Together, these facilities house all people arrested in Hillsborough County who have not posted bond or been released.

The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office manages both jails. Office hours are 8am to 4:30pm for administrative matters. The jails operate around the clock for intake and release. You can reach the jail at (813) 247-8300 for questions about inmates, bookings, or visits. For written requests, mail to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office at the Orient Road address.

The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office website is the main hub for jail and law enforcement information in the county.

The site has links to the arrest inquiry, visitation info, and other jail services for Hillsborough County.

Visitation and Inmate Services

Hillsborough County uses video visitation at the Falkenburg Road Jail. Visits are available from 10am to 8:30pm. On Tuesdays and Wednesdays, visits are free and last up to two hours. Other days may have different rules and costs. Check the sheriff's website for the current schedule before you plan a visit in Hillsborough County. There is no on-site face-to-face visitation at the facilities.

To send money to an inmate in the Hillsborough County jail, you have three options. You can use the kiosks at the jail facilities. You can send money online through the sheriff's approved service. Or you can mail a money order to 207 Kelsey Lane Suite G, Tampa, FL 33619. Cash is not accepted by mail. The money goes into the inmate's account and can be used for commissary items, phone calls, and other services inside the Hillsborough County jail.

Searching Beyond Hillsborough County

The Florida Department of Law Enforcement keeps arrest records from all 67 Florida counties. FDLE offers a criminal history check for $25 through its online record check system. This covers all of Florida, not just Hillsborough County. It can help when you do not know which county an arrest was in. FDLE records may take more time to appear than what shows in the local Hillsborough County jail system.

For state prison records, the Florida Department of Corrections has its own search tool. This covers people sentenced to state prison after conviction. It does not show people sitting in the Hillsborough County jail waiting for trial. Use the county's arrest inquiry for local bookings and the state tools for broader searches across Florida.

The Florida Department of State also lists Hillsborough County in its directory of county jails and inmate search tools.

Note: State-level searches may not show the most recent bookings in Hillsborough County due to processing delays.

Public Records Access

Florida has strong public records laws. Chapter 119 of the Florida Statutes says that all records made or received by a government agency are open to the public. This includes booking records, arrest reports, and jail logs in Hillsborough County. You do not have to explain why you want the records. You do not have to be a Florida resident.

For a formal records request in Hillsborough County, contact the sheriff's office in writing. Be clear about what you want. Include the person's name and any dates you have. The agency must respond in a reasonable time. They can charge for copies but not for the time staff spend finding records. Most booking data from Hillsborough County is free to view online through the arrest inquiry tool. You only pay if you need printed or certified documents.

Bond and Bail Process

After booking in Hillsborough County, the bond process begins. Florida's Chapter 903 governs how bail and bonds work. The bond amount depends on the charge. Some offenses have a set bond amount on the schedule. Others need a judge to decide at a first appearance hearing. For serious charges, a judge may deny bond entirely.

You can post bond in Hillsborough County by paying the full cash amount at the jail. A bail bondsman is another option, which typically costs 10% of the bond as a non-refundable fee. Some people get released on their own recognizance without paying anything. The arrest inquiry tool shows bond amounts for each charge, so you can check before making plans. Cash bonds get returned at the end of the case if the defendant appears at all scheduled court dates in Hillsborough County.

Cities in Hillsborough County

Hillsborough County includes Tampa, which is the county seat and the largest city. All arrests in Hillsborough County lead to bookings at the county jail facilities. Tampa has its own police department, but all bookings go through the sheriff's system.

Other communities in Hillsborough County include Temple Terrace, Plant City, Brandon, Riverview, and Ruskin. All bookings from these areas go through the Hillsborough County jail system.

Nearby Counties

These counties share a border with Hillsborough County. If an arrest happened in one of these areas, you will need to search that county's booking records.