Highlands County Jail, FL

Highlands County Jail uses SmartInmate for online communication between incarcerated people and their families. Sign-up is quick, free, and gets you connected in minutes. Messaging works in near real-time and is available daily. You might also come across SmartJailMail while searching—it connects to the same SmartInmate system. Across Florida facilities, contact options can include e-messaging, tablet messaging, phone calls, voicemail, and remote video visits. Features and pricing vary by location.

Highlands County Jail processes inmate deposits through the Touchpay Payment Portal. You can pay with VISA or MASTERCARD credit or debit cards, and Walk-In Retail cash payments may be available at local participating locations. Deposits post instantly—helpful when you need funds on an account fast. The system runs 24/7/365, so you're not limited by business hours. Before sending money, check the vendor's instructions and any facility-specific requirements on the jail's payment page to make sure your deposit goes through without issues.

Highlands County inmate searches go through the ICAREGIFTS "Find a Loved One" portal. You'll need to sign in or register before searching. The form lets you search by Facility (optional), Last Name, or Inmate Number. If there's no match, you'll see a "No Results Found" message. For better accuracy, use the person's full name and add a date of birth or booking number when you have it. Date-range filters can help narrow down common names. Keep in mind that online rosters sometimes lag or contain errors—verify details like name, DOB, charges, and booking information, or check official records when accuracy matters.