Calhoun County Jail
Calhoun County Jail
Twenty-four hours a day, the 50-bed Calhoun County Jail provides inmate information at 850-674-5049.
This facility serves as the booking center for the county. People arrested for misdemeanors and felonies are brought here for booking and processing, and those who are detained stay until they post bond, are released on their own recognizance, or are held until their trial concludes.
You can view the current jail roster with the inmate search tool.
Anyone sentenced to less than one year serves the sentence in this jail. Anyone sentenced to more than one year is moved to the Florida State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page provides details on inmate services, including the visitation schedule, sending money, sending mail, phone calls, voicemail, email and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond instructions, and commissary purchases.
Record the inmate’s booking number or jail ID for future use. If you can’t find it online, call Calhoun County Jail at 850-674-5049 and staff can help.
Inmate Services
Phone
850-674-5049Mailing address (personal mail)
Calhoun County Jail
20776 Central Avenue, East
Blountstown, Florida 32424-2276
Mailing address (legal mail or subscriptions)
Calhoun County Jail
20776 Central Avenue, East
Blountstown, Florida 32424-2276
Other Jails and Prisons
Locate an inmate in the Calhoun County Jail by searching the Official Jail Inmate Roster, where you can view criminal charges, bond amounts, visiting eligibility, and mugshots. Or call the jail at 850-674-5049 to get the information over the phone. For more information, check Florida’s wanted persons list for Calhoun County and statewide, or search criminal court cases in participating counties.
Calhoun County Jail Inmate Search
Under Florida law, most defendants in Calhoun County are entitled to pretrial release on reasonable conditions. The main exceptions are capital and life felonies when the proof is evident, and cases where a judge finds no conditions would keep the community safe. Many minor misdemeanors and traffic offenses result in a notice to appear. Most other bond amounts are set by the Florida Supreme Court’s uniform statewide bond schedule.
Want to know an inmate’s bail? Call the Calhoun County Jail at 850-674-5049. If you know the charge, the Florida uniform statewide bond schedule for 2026 shows the minimum bond for each offense, although local circuits can require more. Certain serious charges mean the person must wait for a judge at first appearance, usually within 24 hours. Cash, surety, and property bonds are accepted, and release on personal recognizance is also possible.
Licensed to hold 50 inmates at any given time, the Calhoun County Jail often has to make room for more offenders, especially on weekends. At most city and county jails in Florida, at least 35-40% of inmates turn over within a month, another 25-30% within 90 days, and another 15-20% within six months. Roughly 8-9% stay incarcerated six to twelve months. Those who stay longer than twelve months are usually facing serious charges like rape or murder, and because those cases take longer to prepare for trial, offenders arrested in this county remain in custody at one of the Calhoun County facilities much longer.
Calhoun County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 5,600 offenders every year.
We’ve also gathered photos of the jail over the years that you can view.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessThe Calhoun County Jail is run by the Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office under Sheriff Michael Bryant. The Sheriff lists it at 20776 Central Avenue East, Blountstown, FL 32424, with a phone number of (850) 674-5049. The jail administrator is Lt. Trevor Ramos, and staff include correctional officers, a transport officer and nurses. This is a small rural jail. The Liberty County Sheriff’s Office says female inmates from Calhoun County are housed at the Liberty County Jail in Bristol, so a woman arrested in Calhoun County will probably be held there. The county jail holds people awaiting trial and people serving county sentences of a year or less. Blountstown is on Central Time.
After an arrest, people are booked at the jail and, if no bond is preset, go before a judge within 24 hours (Florida Rule 3.130). Calhoun County is in the Fourteenth Judicial Circuit. The Sheriff posts a jail roster and a jail log and arrest report online; you can also check VINELink.
Under Article I, §14 of the Florida Constitution, most people are entitled to pretrial release on reasonable conditions. The exceptions are certain capital or life felonies and cases where no conditions can protect the public. The Florida Supreme Court’s 2026 uniform bond schedule sets minimum amounts that apply before first appearance. The Fourteenth Circuit’s chief judge can raise them, the first appearance judge isn’t bound by them, and some serious charges require a judge’s review first (§§ 903.011, 903.046, 907.041). Minor misdemeanors may end with a notice to appear. The Sheriff doesn’t publish how to post a cash bond, so call the jail. Bondsmen charge a 10% premium on state bonds, according to the Department of Financial Services.
For warrants, try the FDLE wanted persons search, keeping in mind that it’s incomplete. The Sheriff’s Civil Process/Warrant office answers at (850) 674-5049, weekdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Central.
The Sheriff’s website doesn’t post visitation, mail, phone or deposit rules. Call the jail to ask how visits are scheduled, how mail should be addressed, and which vendor handles money and phone accounts. There’s no public bus to the jail, so plan to drive. Nearby are the Texaco at 20406 W. Central Avenue and the Sunoco at 17881 Main Street N. For a quick meal, McDonald’s is at 20495 W. Central Avenue and Subway at 20521 W. Central Avenue.
- Jail (Main): 850-674-5049
- Adult Probation: 850-674-5543
- Public Defender: 850-674-9301
What should you know about the booking process at Calhoun County Jail?
Once arrested, the person is taken to Calhoun County Jail for booking, a process that confirms identity, assesses charges, and determines if they will be released on their own recognizance, posted for bail, or held until court.
Staying silent is key during this process, as anything spoken can be used as evidence in court. It’s best to wait for legal counsel before responding to questions.
Steps involved in booking at Calhoun County Jail include:
- Confirming identity.
- Taking mugshots for record.
- Medical, mental health, and substance history questioning.
- DNA collection if applicable.
- Comprehensive physical search.
- Seizing personal property.
- Access to a free phone call.
To check on an offender’s bond amount, contact Calhoun County Jail at 850-674-5049.
Steps to pay bail in Calhoun County
After an arrest, individuals are brought to Calhoun County Jail in Blountstown for processing. Following this, three possible outcomes exist:
1. The individual may be released without posting bail, with a promise to appear in court.
2. The individual could be held in jail until their court date.
3. Bail or bond can be posted for release; for more information, contact 850-674-5049.
Bail payment can be handled through various means.
- Pay a cash bond in full at the bonding window inside the jail or at the clerk of court, by cash, cashier's check or money order; a lobby kiosk or online bond vendor often takes debit and credit cards for an extra fee, and you should bring the inmate's full name and booking number (the jail can be reached at 850-674-5049).
- Licensed bail bond agents in Calhoun County are available for assistance.
- Land or a home can often serve as bond collateral: the owner provides a deed and a recent tax or appraisal value showing clear title and equity of at least the bond amount, commonly double, and the court that set bail approves the pledge.
To learn more about the bail process in Calhoun County, Florida, visit the Calhoun County Jail Bail Page.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the Calhoun County Jail? What is the Schedule?
Calhoun County Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
Calhoun County Jail
20776 Central Ave E
Blountstown, FL 32424
850-674-5049
Visits at the Calhoun County Jail in Blountstown cannot take place until the incarcerated individual includes your full name on their facility visitation card during booking intake.
After verifying your placement, call the jail office at 850-674-5049 to find out the inmate's visiting times. Available sessions vary based on cell dorm, male or female custody quarters, and the first letter of the inmate's last name.
All adult visitors must present an unexpired state or federal ID card upon arrival. Please wear conservative clothing—plunging necklines, short skirts, and bare shoulders are not permitted. Leave cell phones, purses, and keys in your car.
Children under 18 are allowed only when accompanied by an authorized adult guardian.
Calhoun County Jail uses Securus Video Connect for Remote Inmate Video Visitation.
Video Visitation allows 'approved' friends, family members, attorneys and clergy of an inmate to connect with them using their computer, Securus Video Visitation app, or ‘on-site’ kiosk.
SRemote video visitation is available every day.
Steps:
Register and/or log in.
Select the facility of your inmate.
Review the days, available hours and the cost of remote and on-site visits.
Schedule your visit.
What is the Cost of a Remote Video Visit?
Costs vary and are subject to change, but generally visits range from $5.00 to $15.00 for a 15 to 30 minute online or on-site video visit.
How do you know if your Inmate will be available during the time you schedule?
The Securus system knows the times that Calhoun County Jail inmates are available for remote video visits.
It will not allow you to schedule a visit with your inmate if they are not available or the video visitation kiosk(s) in the jail are booked already.
Once you schedule a visit with your inmate they will be notified of the date and time of the visit.
Important Tips:
Your entire visit is being monitored and recorded. Do not say or do anything that you would not want being replayed in court.
You should schedule your visit, in advance, at a time that works best for you.
For best sound quality, use earbuds or headsets.
Quick & Easy Access to Important Information & Help:
Phone: 972-734-1111 or 877-578-3658
Video Tutorial on Registering for Securus Video Visits.
Frequently Asked Questions.
Calhoun County Jail Pricing.
Securus Contact Information.
iphone app
Android app
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Calhoun County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 850-674-5049 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Calhoun County Jail?
Securus Video Connect allows families to conduct scheduled face-to-face video visits with incarcerated loved ones from home. Using a computer with a webcam or the Securus mobile app, visitors can join live video sessions without traveling to the facility or waiting in jail visitor lobbies.
Important: Advance Registration and Visitor Clearance Required
Detention centers do not permit unscheduled or unverified video sessions. Correctional facilities require prospective visitors to submit government-issued photo identification and receive administrative clearance before booking an appointment, an approval process that can take up to 48 hours depending on facility staffing. You should verify your visitor approval status with the facility prior to scheduling. If you do not register well in advance, you will miss your loved one's scheduled visiting window for the week.
Step-by-Step Instructions to Register and Schedule a Video Visit
- Visit securustech.online or open the Securus mobile app.
- Register your account and upload a clear photograph of your government-issued ID (driver's license or passport) for facility background review.
- Wait for email confirmation indicating that facility administration has granted visitor approval.
- Select Schedule a Visit, choose your detention facility, and select the inmate.
- Browse the available schedule calendar, select an open 20- or 30-minute time slot, and pay the fee using a credit or debit card.
- Log into the website or app 10 minutes prior to the start time on a device with a functioning camera, microphone, and reliable high-speed internet connection.
What the Inmate Needs to Do
The inmate receives an alert on their housing unit video kiosk or personal tablet. At the scheduled time, they log in with their PIN and sit in front of the terminal. Inmates and visitors must strictly observe jail dress and conduct rules; sessions are monitored by staff and will terminate immediately upon any violation.
Official Provider: Securus Technologies Official Website
Customer Service Telephone: 1-800-844-6591
Support Hours: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year
Supported Languages: English and Spanish
Other Services Provided by Securus Technologies
In addition to Securus Video Connect, Securus and its subsidiary JPay offer several other communication, financial, and visitation services:
- AdvanceConnect Prepaid Calling: Prepay for phone calling credits so your loved one can call your mobile phone directly.
• Learn more on our website: AdvanceConnect Calling Guide | • Visit official vendor page: Securus AdvanceConnect - Direct Bill Phone Calling: Establish an invoiced monthly billing account for qualified residential landlines.
• Learn more on our website: Direct Bill Phone Calling Guide | • Visit official vendor page: Securus Direct Bill - JPay Money Deposits (Trust & Canteen): Send money directly into an inmate's jail trust account for commissary store purchases.
• Learn more on our website: Money Deposits Guide | • Visit official vendor page: JPay Money Transfers - JPay Email Messaging & Photos: Send electronic letters, photos, and VideoGrams directly to their tablet or kiosk.
• Learn more on our website: Email Messaging Guide | • Visit official vendor page: JPay Email Services
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Calhoun County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 850-674-5049 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Calhoun County Jail?
There are two options for putting money on an inmate's books:
Choice 1 - Deposit Inmate Money Online
Calhoun County Jail uses CommissaryDeposit.com to process all online deposits to an inmate's account. The company charges you a small fee for doing so, but the fee probably isn't as much as gas and parking would cost to take it to the jail in person.
Choice 2 - Mail the Inmate Deposit to the Jail
Mailing a deposit takes more time to process than the other methods but can be done if you live too far away to bring it in person and you don't have a debit/credit card for online deposits. Never send cash. Always send a Money Order from the US Post Office, a reputable bank or Western Union.
Make the Money Order out to the inmate's name and put their Inmate ID# in memo section of the Money Order.
**Call 850-674-5049 first to ask Calhoun County Jail if this option is still available.
How to Deposit Money Online for an Inmate's Commissary Account in Calhoun County
To deposit money in an Calhoun County Jail inmate's commissary account follow these instructions:
- Start here and click ‘DEPOSIT MONEY’ in CommissaryDeposit.com
- Choose Florida
- Choose Calhoun County Jail
- View the date your order will be delivered, then click ‘NEXT’.
- Search for, then Select your inmate.
- Choose the amount to send.
- Register, and Pay for the deposit transaction
Note: You will be charged a fee to send money to your Calhoun County inmate. In addition, there is a maximum amount you can send.
Contact Information
Customer Support page.
Customer Support phone: 912-584-6102
Email - Support@commdeposit.com
Customer Support Hours - Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM EST
For complete information on fees, products, policies, deadlines, rules, minimum and maximum deposits and all the information you need to know regarding depositing money for your inmate in Calhoun County, go to our Send Money Page for details.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Calhoun County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 850-674-5049 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Calhoun County Jail?
How an Inmate Makes a Phone Call to You or Others from Calhoun County Jail
To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Calhoun County do the following:
1. Enroll in an account with Securus Technologies.
2. Choose one of three account types, Securus Debit, Advance Connect or Direct Bill.
3. Choose Calhoun County Jail, then connect with your inmate.
4. If you have any questions, call Securus: 972-734-1111 or 800-844-6591.
To find out fees, how to's, calling times, limits on phone calls and other systems Securus has do that you can communicate with your Calhoun County inmate, check out our Inmate Phone Page.
NOTE: All of your inmate's phone calls are recorded and stored. It is advised not to discuss their pending case.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Calhoun County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 850-674-5049 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the Calhoun County Jail, and what can I send them?
Calhoun County Jail Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?
For inmates receiving mail in the Calhoun County Jail there are different addresses and policies depending on the inmate's status, as well as what type of mail they are receiving; personal mail, legal mail, subscriptions or books sent from a third-party such as Amazon.
All mail is to be shipped to the Calhoun County Jail:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Calhoun County Jail
20776 Central Avenue, East
Blountstown, Florida 32424-2276
For complete information on mail policies, what you can send an inmate and what address to send them, check out our Inmate Mail page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Calhoun County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 850-674-5049 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Calhoun County Jail, and what can I purchase?
How to Deposit Money Online for an Inmate's Commissary Account in Calhoun County
To deposit money in an Calhoun County Jail inmate's commissary account follow these instructions:
- Start here and click ‘DEPOSIT MONEY’ in CommissaryDeposit.com
- Choose Florida
- Choose Calhoun County Jail
- View the date your order will be delivered, then click ‘NEXT’.
- Search for, then Select your inmate.
- Choose the amount to send.
- Register, and Pay for the deposit transaction
Note: You will be charged a fee to send money to your Calhoun County inmate. In addition, there is a maximum amount you can send.
Contact Information
Customer Support page.
Customer Support phone: 912-584-6102
Email - Support@commdeposit.com
Customer Support Hours - Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM EST
For complete information on fees, products, policies, deadlines, rules, minimum and maximum deposits and all the information you need to know regarding depositing money for your inmate in Calhoun County, go to our Send Money Page for details.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Calhoun County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 850-674-5049 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Calhoun County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Calhoun County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 850-674-5049 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the Calhoun County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?
Calhoun County Jail now offers Securus 'SecureView' Tablet Rentals to their inmates.
Securus is the same company that handles the inmate phone system, video visitations, email and texting and digital letters.
The tablets can be rented on a monthly basis and while not directly connected to the internet, the inmates can use them for the following activities:
- Phone Calls - Inmates may make calls directly from their tablet allowing for more privacy. The rates are the same as the phones in the unit, and the calls are still recorded and monitored.
- eMessaging - Communicate via a text based message or picture. Fee based system.
- Job Search - Using JobView, a secure job search application, inmates have the ability to see what jobs are available when they are released.
- Education - Free educational platform and course catalog that provides thousands of educational resources.
- Self Help -Inmates have daily access to mental health and addiction recovery programming.
- Music - Top-40, Hip-Hop, Country, Rock, Gospel, and more.
- Law Library - Legal research with up-to-date case information.
- eBooks - Thousands of available titles.
- Religion - Religious resources for spiritual guidance.
- Games - Inmates can play their favorite games. Available through monthly subscriptions
- Facility Services - Digital access to submitted forms, requests, facility documents, and notifications from staff.
Here's how it works:
- Send funds to the inmate and he or she will be able to subscribe and pay at the Calhoun County Jail.
Questions:
- By phone - 800-844-6591 or 972-734-1111.
- By email - tablets@securustech.net
How to Rent a Tablet for an Inmate in Calhoun County Jail
To rent a tablet for an inmate in Calhoun County follow these instructions:
- Register here. It is recommended you use Chrome or Firefox.
- Pay for the subscription using Paypal.
- You get charged the 1st of each month.
- You get charged a full month even if it's only used for a partial month.
- No activation or early termination fees.
- Your Calhoun County inmate will recieve their tablet in 3-5 business days, after you pay.
If you have any questions:
- Call - 800-844-6591 or 972-734-1111.
- Email - tablets@securustech.net
For all Calhoun County information on Tablet Rentals for your inmate, check out our Tablet Rental Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Calhoun County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 850-674-5049 for further assistance.
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Nearby counties
The Calhoun County Jail serves the following cities and towns of Calhoun County: Altha and Blountstown.