Lake County Detention Cemter

Physical Address
551 W Main StTavares, FL, 32778

Guides for This Facility

At a Glance

Inmate Lookup

  • Lake County’s online inmate search is restricted to search-by-name only to reduce fraud.
  • The Sheriff’s Office says the inmate information on the website is provided as a public record and may contain errors or be out of date.
  • The site warns that scammers often pose as bondsmen and advises verifying bond representatives by calling a published number before sending money.

Contact Info

  • The Teen Driver Challenge driving range is at 13000 Frankie's Rd, Tavares, FL 32778.
  • Participants are required to bring completed forms to the classroom session.
  • Contact phone, fax, and email are provided for questions about the session and related requirements.

Facility Info

  • You can register online for the Lake County Sheriff’s Office Teen Driver Challenge.
  • The Teen Driver Challenge runs 7:30am to 4:00pm and students must attend all hours of the course.
  • Required Teen Driver Challenge paperwork must be signed before a notary and include the student’s license, vehicle registration, and current insurance.

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Topic Overviews

Inmate Lookup

Lake County Detention Center's online inmate roster only allows name searches—a fraud-prevention measure—so expect multiple results and confirm you're looking at the right person. The Sheriff's Office notes this information is a public record and may contain errors or be outdated. Treat it as informational, not an official court record. To narrow your results, enter the full last and first name, then verify details like date of birth or booking information before taking any action. Watch out for scams: the county recommends calling published numbers to verify bail representatives before sending money. No Sheriff's Office employee will ever contact you asking for money.

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Contact

Attending the Teen Driver Challenge or a classroom session connected to Lake County Detention Center? In-person activities take place at the Institute of Public Safety Driving Range at 13000 Frankie's Rd, Tavares, FL 32778. Bring your completed forms to the classroom session, and use the provided phone, fax, or email contacts to ask questions beforehand. For routine questions about detainee status or bookings, call the facility's front desk or non-emergency line—don't use emergency services. Records and court-related requests typically require formal submissions (form, email, fax, mail, or online portal), so have your ID and any required release forms ready. Medical or protected-health record requests need a signed Release of Information plus identity verification.

Facility Info

The Lake County Sheriff's Office runs a Teen Driver Challenge with online registration through their website. The course combines classroom instruction with behind-the-wheel training, and participants must stay for the entire session—no early departures. Training runs from 7:30am to 4:00pm, and lunch is provided. Paperwork is required before attending: you'll need multiple signed forms (parent permission, student voluntary participation, and vehicle-owner permission), all notarized. Attach copies of the student's license, vehicle registration, and current insurance. Beyond the driver program, the Sheriff's Office offers community programs like Vial of Life and SafetyNet, which has specific eligibility criteria for Lake County residents.

Common Questions

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Is the online inmate information at Lake County Detention Center official and always current?

No. The Sheriff's Office states that online inmate information is a public record and may contain errors or be outdated—don't treat it as an official court record. If you need something legally binding, confirm details through official channels.

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Why can I only search by name on Lake County’s inmate roster?

Because the Sheriff’s Office restricts the roster to name-only searches to reduce fraud. Use the person’s full last and first name, then confirm the additional details shown in the results to make sure you have the correct record.

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What should I do if someone claims to be a bondsman or a Sheriff's Office employee asking for money?

Never send money until you verify who you're dealing with. The site warns that scammers often pose as bondsmen—call published numbers to confirm legitimacy. The Sheriff's Office also states that no employee will ever contact you asking for money.

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Where is the Teen Driver Challenge driving range for Lake County?

The Teen Driver Challenge driving range is the Institute of Public Safety Driving Range at 13000 Frankie's Rd, Tavares, FL 32778.

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What should I bring to the classroom session?

Bring the completed forms to the classroom session, as required.

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How can I contact the facility if I have questions about the session or a detainee?

Use the provided phone, fax, or email contacts for questions about the session and related requirements. For detainee status or routine booking questions, contact the facility’s front desk or non-emergency line—don’t use emergency services for standard inquiries.

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One heads-up: the Lake County Sheriff's Office notes that inmate information on their website is provided as a public record and may contain errors or be out of date.

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