This page helps with inmate search in Pinellas County, Florida. It shows where to check current custody information, what details may help your search, and where to turn next for bond, visitation, and jail contact questions.

For most users, the main starting point is the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office “Who’s in Jail” service. If you need help beyond the online lookup, the Pinellas County Jail and Inmate Records handle several follow-up tasks tied to booking, release, bond, and related jail information.

PCSO Who’s in Jail

The main official lookup for this task is the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office jail search page. Use search the PCSO Who’s in Jail page to check whether someone is currently housed in the Pinellas County Jail.

  • The person’s name
  • If available, the inmate ID number or docket number

Having identifying details ready can help you confirm that you have the right person before moving on to bond, visitation, or other jail-related steps.

  • Open the jail search page and review the current inmate listing.
  • Match the person carefully using the available identifying details.
  • Use the result to support the next step, such as posting bond, arranging visitation, or contacting the jail.

Important: The jail search is the practical first stop when you need current custody information in Pinellas County.

Bond and child support purge options

If your search leads to a bond or child support hold question, Pinellas County Jail provides separate payment paths for each. The jail accepts bond payments through GovPayNow, and child support purge payments can also be made through GovPayNow.

Before making a payment, have the defendant’s name, docket number, and case number ready. Bond payments use Pay Location Code 6343, while child support purge payments use Pay Location Code 6143.

You can also review the sheriff’s office information for posting bond at the Pinellas County Jail.

Visitation and inmate services

After confirming that a person is in custody, you may need to arrange communication or a visit. The Pinellas County Jail uses Smart Communications for remote video visitation, inmate messaging, and some professional communications.

Remote visits must be scheduled through Smart Communications. Visitation hours are 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., seven days a week. Pre-scheduled remote sessions are 30 minutes long, can be scheduled up to seven days ahead, and must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance.

For more detail on visit rules and scheduling, you can review PCSO visitation information.

Pinellas County Jail contacts

Use these contacts for jail follow-up questions connected to inmate search, release, bond, and visitation.

Common questions

How do I search for an inmate in Pinellas County, Florida?

Use the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office “Who’s in Jail” page to check current jail custody information. Start with the person’s name, and use an inmate ID number or docket number if you have it.

The most useful details are the person’s name and, if available, an inmate ID number or docket number. Those details can also help with later steps such as bond or child support purge payments.

Where do I ask questions after I find an inmate listing?

For jail-related follow-up, contact the Pinellas County Jail or Inmate Records at (727) 464-6415. That is the main contact point mentioned for bond and purge questions.

Can I post bond after I confirm someone is in jail?

Yes. The Pinellas County Jail accepts bond payments through GovPayNow, and the jail also accepts cash bonds in the full amount of the bond. A valid photo ID is required for cash bond payments.

Can I schedule visitation after I confirm custody?

Yes. The jail uses Smart Communications for remote video visitation. Visits are available from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., seven days a week, and pre-scheduled sessions must be set at least 24 hours in advance.