Search Martin County Bookings

Recent bookings in Martin County go through the Martin County Sheriff's Office in Stuart. The sheriff runs the county jail and provides an online inmate search for public use. Under Florida's public records laws, anyone can look up booking data, arrest information, and inmate details without giving a reason. Martin County sits on Florida's Treasure Coast, with Stuart as the county seat. The sheriff's office at 800 SE Monterey Road handles all booking intake and records for the area, making it the one place to check for any arrest in the county.

Martin County Jail Inmate Search

The Martin County Sheriff's Office runs an online jail inmate search that lets you look up people currently booked into the Martin County jail. The search tool is free and works from any device. Type in a name and the system shows all matching inmates with their booking data. Results include charges, bond amounts, booking dates, and arresting agency. This is the fastest way to check on recent bookings in Martin County without calling or visiting in person.

The inmate search pulls from the jail's live database, so the information stays current. Each listing shows the booking number, the charges with their Florida statute references, and whether bond has been set. You can use this tool to confirm if someone is in custody at the Martin County jail. Released inmates may not show in the active search after they leave. For older records, you would need to file a public records request with the Martin County Sheriff's Office directly.

The Martin County Sheriff's Office website is the main gateway for accessing the jail inmate search and other public safety services.

From here you can reach the inmate search tool along with other resources from the Martin County Sheriff.

How Arrests Work in Martin County

Arrests in Martin County follow Chapter 901 of the Florida Statutes. When law enforcement makes an arrest, the person goes to the Martin County jail for booking. Staff search and fingerprint the person, take a booking photo, and enter all data into the system. The booking record is created at that point and becomes a public record right away under Chapter 119 of Florida law.

The Martin County Sheriff's Office makes most arrests in the county. Stuart Police also bring people to the same jail. Florida Highway Patrol and other state agencies working in Martin County use the same booking facility. After booking, the person either posts bond or waits in jail for a first appearance hearing. Bond schedules in Martin County follow the 19th Judicial Circuit guidelines. Chapter 903 of Florida law governs how bail and bonds work. First appearances happen within 24 hours, where a judge sets or adjusts the bond.

Note: The Martin County Department of Corrections can also be reached at 772-220-7200 for questions about inmates and booking procedures.

Immigration Holds and Special Cases

Martin County handles immigration holds differently from standard bookings. The jail has stated that information regarding inmates on immigration holds cannot be disclosed through the Martin County Jail. If you need details about a person who may be held on an immigration detainer in Martin County, the sheriff's office directs inquiries to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) at (305) 207-2001. This applies only to the immigration hold itself. The underlying criminal booking record in Martin County may still be public.

This distinction matters because some inmates at the Martin County jail may have both criminal charges and an immigration hold. The criminal booking data is public, but the immigration hold details are handled by the federal agency. If you are searching for someone in the Martin County jail and they have an immigration hold, the standard inmate search may show their criminal charges but not the ICE detainer status. Contact ICE directly for that part of the record.

Other Search Options

Besides the online inmate search, you can call the Martin County Sheriff's Office at 772.220.7200 for booking info. Staff can check the system and share details about specific inmates. In-person visits to the office at 800 SE Monterey Road in Stuart also work. For detailed or older records, submit a public records request in writing.

The Martin County jail inmate search page allows you to look up current inmates by name directly from the sheriff's website.

This search tool is the most direct way to check current jail records for Martin County.

The Florida Department of Law Enforcement keeps arrest data from all 67 counties. Their record check costs $25 and covers the whole state. This helps when you are not sure which county an arrest took place in. FDLE data may be a few days behind local Martin County jail records. The Florida Department of Corrections has a search for state prison inmates, which covers people who left the Martin County jail for a state facility after conviction.

Martin County Booking Details

Booking records from Martin County contain the standard information you would expect. The person's full name, date of birth, and physical details are captured at intake. Charges are listed with their Florida statute numbers. Each charge is marked as a felony or misdemeanor. Bond amounts appear for each charge. The booking date and time, arresting agency, and booking number are included. A booking photo is taken and becomes part of the public record in Martin County.

Once a court date is set, it gets added to the record. Release info shows up after the person leaves the jail. Some Martin County records also show the housing unit the inmate is assigned to within the facility. A booking record is not a conviction. It just means an arrest was made and the person was processed at the Martin County jail. The court system handles the rest. Many cases end in plea deals, reduced charges, or dismissals well after the initial booking.

Note: The Florida Department of State lists Martin County in its statewide directory of county jails, which is a good reference for finding the right search tools.

Public Records Access

Chapter 119 of the Florida Statutes gives everyone access to government records. Booking records, arrest reports, and jail logs in Martin County are all covered. You do not need to state a reason. You do not need to be a resident of Florida or Martin County. The law applies to everyone equally.

To make a formal records request, write to the Martin County Sheriff's Office. Be clear about what you need and include names and date ranges if possible. The office must respond within a reasonable time. Copy fees apply for printed documents, usually around 15 cents per standard page. Certified copies cost more. Using the online inmate search is free. Phone inquiries about basic booking information are also free in Martin County. The sheriff's office cannot bill you for staff time spent locating records. They can only charge for the cost of producing copies of Martin County documents.

Martin County Sheriff Contact

The Martin County Sheriff's Office is the central point for booking records, inmate questions, and public records requests.

Use the inmate search tool for the fastest results on recent bookings in Martin County. Phone calls during business hours can also get you answers quickly. For formal records requests or copies of older documents, a written submission is the best route. The sheriff's office will respond in line with Florida's public records requirements.

Cities in Martin County

Martin County includes Stuart, Jensen Beach, Palm City, Indiantown, Hobe Sound, and Sewall's Point, among other areas. Stuart is the county seat. All arrests in these communities go to the Martin County jail for booking. None of the cities in Martin County meet the population threshold for a separate page, but all booking records from these areas are maintained by the Martin County Sheriff's Office.

Nearby Counties

These counties share a border with Martin County. If an arrest happened near the county line, check the neighboring county's booking records as well.