How do I search for an inmate at Broward Sheriff's Office - Main Jail Bureau?

To search for an inmate at Broward Sheriff's Office - Main Jail Bureau go to the inmate search page and enter in their first and last name and click "Search". You can then identify them by their name and inmate ID number. Be sure to enter in their full name, nicknames should not be used. After finding the person you can create a messaging account to send them messages and photos.

How long does it take to deliver a message?

If you're sending an email message your letter is usually delivered within 24-48 hours. For messages sent via mail you should expect delivery within 3-7 days. All messages will need be approved by Broward Sheriff's Office - Main Jail Bureau

How much does it cost to send a message to Broward Sheriff's Office - Main Jail Bureau?

You can send a message free using your phone or mail a message via USPS for the price of a $0.60 stamp and envelope. You can also purchase credits or e-stamps from services starting at $1.99.

How to send photos to an inmate at Broward Sheriff’s Office

How to send photos and postcards to Broward Sheriff's Office - Main Jail Bureau

This guide will walk you through how to send photos to an inmate at Broward Sheriff's Office - Main Jail Bureau. We'll cover the following:

How to find an inmate online
Sending photos and postcards
How to email photos

Here's a short video on how to contact an inmate at Broward Sheriff's Office - Main Jail Bureau:

Broward Sheriff's Office - Main Jail Bureau inmate search

To contact a person at Broward Sheriff's Office - Main Jail Bureau start by searching for the person on the facility website. How to find an inmate:

Step 1: Enter their first name and last name into the search form and click "Search"
Step 2: Locate their inmate record
Step 3: Confirm their facility name and location

How to send photos and postcards

Sending photos to Broward Sheriff's Office - Main Jail Bureau

You can send photos to Broward Sheriff's Office - Main Jail Bureau using your phone, computer, or by regular mail. Before you send any photos, it's important to know the specific rules of the facility where your loved one is being held. Some facilities may have strict guidelines regarding the types of photos that can be sent, as well as the size and number of photos that can be included in a single package.

How to email photos

E-message photos are delivered electronically to your loved one's tablet or facility kiosk. When available sending photos via e-message are a good option since they are delivered quickly.

How to mail photos

If you would prefer to send printed photos to an inmate then you can send photos by mail. You can upload photos from your phone and print 3x5, 4x6, or 5x7 photos. Photos will be mailed to the mailroom for the facility at:

Broward Sheriff's Office - Main Jail Bureau
555 SE 1st Ave
Fort Lauderdale , FL 33301
(954) 831-5900