How to Look Up a Florida Inmate's DC Number and Why It Matters
Trying to find someone in Florida Department of Corrections (FDC) custody or send them money? The DC number is the fastest way to make sure you've got the right person and the right record.
A Florida inmate's DC number is six characters long: either all numbers, or one letter followed by five numbers. Knowing that format helps you catch simple mistakes (like an extra digit or two letters) before you submit paperwork or payments.
Why does the DC number matter? It's the primary way the Florida Department of Corrections identifies offenders. Names can be similar, misspelled, or listed under variations. The DC number points to one specific person in the department's records.
You can look up an inmate's DC number through the Florida Offender Search. Once you pull up the person's record, copy the DC number exactly as shown. One thing to keep in mind: the site itself warns that information can change quickly, so what you see may not reflect the offender's true current location, status, release date, or other details at that moment.
Note: The Florida Offender Search cautions that its data may not reflect an offender's true current location, status, or release date, since details can change quickly. If you're making time-sensitive plans, verify the information before you rely on it.
If something in the Offender Search looks wrong, or you have questions about what you're seeing, contact the Florida Department of Corrections, Bureau of Classification and Central Records at (850) 488-9859.
Call: (850) 488-9859 for questions about Florida Offender Search data, especially if you're seeing a discrepancy that needs to be cleared up.
Getting the DC number right can be the difference between a smooth transaction and a frustrating delay. JPay's Money Order Deposit Form, for example, tells you to verify that your loved one's name and DC# are entered correctly. The form also warns that money orders won't be processed without a valid email and mailing address, so even small entry errors can hold things up. Before you submit anything, double-check that the DC number matches the six-character format (all numbers, or one letter plus five numbers) and matches what you found in the official record.
- ✓ Confirm the inmate’s name is spelled the same way it appears in the record.
- ✓ Confirm the DC number is six characters (either all numbers, or one letter plus five numbers).
- ✓ Re-check the DC number against the Florida Offender Search before you submit forms.
- ✓ If you’re unsure or the information looks off, call the Bureau of Classification and Central Records at (850) 488-9859 before you send payment.
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