Find an Inmate at South Florida Reception Center
Search for an inmate at South Florida Reception Center and get help with contacting an inmate, visitation, and sending money.
Search by Inmate Name
Enter first and last name to look up an inmate at South Florida Reception Center.
Overview
Start your search with Florida Department of Corrections tools. Florida DOC assigns each person a DC# that's unique and stays with them across periods of supervision or incarceration—it's one of the most reliable identifiers in state records. These systems generally cover people sentenced to state prison or under state supervision, not federal inmates, so make sure you're searching the right database. Use the person's last and first name, and add a date of birth or booking number when you can. Date-range and other filters help narrow similar names. After you get results, verify the match by comparing details like DOB, race/sex, location, charges, booking date/time, bond status, and the mugshot. Online rosters update on different schedules and may lag or contain errors.
After You Search
Quick Facts
- A Florida DOC DC# is unique to a person and remains the same across periods of supervision or incarceration.
- Florida Department of Corrections records cover offenders sentenced to state prison or under state supervision, not federal inmates.
- To reduce false matches, enter the inmate's last and first name and add date of birth or a booking number when available.
- Confirm a match by checking name, DOB, race/sex, location, charges, booking date/time, bond status, and mugshot in the result details.
- Money orders to fund inmate accounts must be made payable to JPay and mailed to the JPay PO Box specified by the vendor.
Common Questions
What is a DC# and why does it matter for South Florida Reception Center searches?
A DC# is a Florida Department of Corrections identifier that’s unique to one person and stays the same across supervision or incarceration. If you have the DC#, it helps you pinpoint the correct individual in Florida DOC records.
How do I search for an inmate housed at South Florida Reception Center?
Search using the inmate’s last and first name, then add a date of birth or booking number if you have it to cut down on false matches. Narrow results with filters like a booking date range, then confirm the match by checking details such as DOB, location, charges, and booking time.
Can I rely solely on online inmate search results for current custody status?
No. Online results can change quickly, may contain errors, and aren’t a substitute for official records or direct confirmation. Also, different systems update on different schedules, so check the system’s scope before treating an entry as final.
How can I send money to an inmate at South Florida Reception Center?
Send a money order payable to JPay and mail it to the JPay PO Box address provided by the vendor. If you need help filling out the deposit form, call JPay customer support at 800-574-5729.
Can I bring cash when I visit an inmate at South Florida Reception Center?
Yes. You may bring up to $50.00 cash per visitor to buy snacks or beverages from vending machines in the visiting area. The money must be used in the visiting area and can’t be handed to the inmate.
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