Find someone in custody.

If a loved one was just arrested, the first place they go is a county jail. After sentencing or transfer, they may move to a Florida state prison, and federal cases move to the Bureau of Prisons. These are the official portals. Recently booked individuals typically take several hours to appear in a roster while the sheriff's office finishes processing intake, medical screening, and classification, so an empty result in the first hour or two after an arrest does not mean the person is not in custody. Most county portals accept a first and last name, and results improve when you add a date of birth or booking number. If nothing turns up in the county you expect, it is worth trying neighboring counties — arrests can happen on shared roadways or after transport to a different facility for holds, warrants, or medical reasons.