The Columbia County Detention Facility is a 256 bed jail in the city of Lake City, Columbia County, Florida. You can call them 24 hours a day for inmate information at 386-755-7000.
Offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies in this county are brought here for booking and processing, and if their crime requires it, are incarcerated until they are either bonded out, are released from custody on their own recognizance, or are ordered to remain in custody until the disposition of their trial.
You can also use the inmate search tool to see this facility's roster of those who have been arrested and are still in custody.
Those who are found guilty and sentenced to a term of less than one year, will do their time in this county. Those sentenced to longer terms will be sent to either the Florida State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page provides information on how to search for an inmate in the official jail roster, or by calling the facility at 386-755-7000, directions to the facility, and inmate services such as the visitation schedule and policies, funding an inmate's account, mailing them a letter, receiving phone calls from an inmate, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond instructions, and commissary purchases.
It's always a good idea to find out and save the inmate's jail ID number or booking number as you may need this for sending mail or other communication needs. If you can't locate it online, you can call the Columbia County Detention Facility at 386-755-7000 to get it.
Phone: 386-755-7000
Physical Address:
389 NW Quinten Street
Lake City, FL 32055
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Columbia County Detention Facility
389 NW Quinten Street
Lake City, FL 32055
(Only Postcards are allowed!!)
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Columbia County Detention Facility
389 NW Quinten Street
Lake City, FL 32055
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Columbia County Detention Facility, review their criminal charges, the amount of their bond, when they can get visits, or even view their mugshot, go to the Official Jail Inmate Roster, or call the jail at 386-755-7000 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Arrests Warrants for Columbia County and the entire state of Florida, as well as Columbia County Criminal Court Cases and Courts for each county in the state of Florida.
Columbia County Detention Facility Inmate Search
The Columbia County Detention Facility maintains an average of 256 offenders in custody on any given day. The Columbia County Detention Facility has a monthly turnover of 40% of their inmate population, another 30% turnover every 90 days, another 20% every six months, and approximately 10% stay incarcerated between six and twelve months. Every year Columbia County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 6,020 offenders.
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The Columbia County Detention Facility is in Columbia County and houses all of the locally arrested and detained individuals until they receive their first court appearance within 24 hours of booking, until their trial if there is no bail set or they are unable to make bail, and sentences may be served at this location.
Officers are able to advise if someone is being held here as well as their bail amount and how that may be paid by calling 386-755-7000 or the online look up can be used.
To meet the needs of the community and for the most effective security there are 256 beds in the housing units, and they are divided into minimum, medium, and maximum security housing. The level of security required will be determined by the assessment that is completed during the booking process. This assessment will also determine what medical care is required and provides a base for mental health services to be requested as well.
A medical department is also onsite and includes a staff of nurses and contracted doctors who will provide all necessary medical care and will provide follow-ups and referrals for further treatment as required.
Food services are contracted with the office, and they provide three meals for each inmate each day, and a guideline for nutritional needs is provided by the state that is used to create these meals.
Qualified inmates are able to engage in the work release program which allows them to continue working their jobs during the day and return to Columbia County Detention Facility after each work shift, providing their income to their families as they serve their sentence.
A commissary is also provided, and family or friends may add money to this account to allow for purchases.
Additional programming and services include a law library, a recreational library with books, magazines, and periodicals, religious services, and communication services such as mail, outgoing phone calls, and visits.
Both phone calls and video visits are provided by the same service where you are able to create an account, fund calls and visits, schedule visits during daytime hours, and more.
To find out if someone you know has been recently arrested and booked into the Columbia County Detention Facility, call the jail’s booking line at 386-755-7000.
There may be an automated method of looking them up by their name over the phone, or you may be directed to speak to someone at the jail. Sometimes the jail staff may ask you the offender’s date of birth to ensure privacy of the offender’s status.
Keep in mind that after an arrest, the information on an offender may not be publicly available for several hours.
If you don’t want to check up on an offender by calling the jail, you can also try looking up people recently booked online.
Columbia County Detention Facility Booking Roster
After being arrested and taken into custody, and after being read their Miranda Rights, an offender will next be transported to the local police or department or the Sheriff’s Department in Columbia County for booking.
Booking is very involved and requires multiple steps in the process, however, keep in mind that most attorneys will advise that an offender remain silent and not offer any additional information about the crime they have been arrested for because anything they do say may be recorded and may very well be used against them in court.
Booking includes having their photo (mugshot) and fingerprints taken, as well as being asked a lot of questions about their personal history and state of mind. If it’s a serious felony, their DNA may also be taken. They will also be checked for warrants in Columbia County and other Florida and USA jurisdictions.
If the offender was arrested for a DUI offense, and has refused a breathalyzer test, they may also be forced to have blood drawn by a doctor or nurse.
It is also very likely that the offender will undergo a humiliating full body search while in the nude. This includes bending over, spreading their cheeks in the direction of an officer, and coughing. They will also be walked through a metal detector or x-ray machine, like those used at an airport.
The arresting jurisdiction will ask about gang affiliations, tattoos, medical conditions, prescribed medication they are taking, recreational drugs they are on or addicted to, allergies, if they are suicidal, and other relevant information that will help with determining their cell assignment and special needs.
During the arrest and booking process an offender will also have all their personal property confiscated and held for either their release from jail, or with the offender’s approval, released to a friend or family member.
Personal property includes the clothing they are wearing, money, wallets, purses, cell phones, jewelry, body rings, earrings, watches, and even glasses if they are deemed a security risk. If they are allowed to keep their shoes or sneakers, the laces are removed.
At this point the offender will be allowed to make a free phone call to a person of their choice to notify them of their arrest, and/or arrange a bond or bail for their release.
If the offender is being detained and housed while awaiting arraignment, the Columbia County Detention Facility will provide a jail garment and slip-on shoes, a blanket, sheets, soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, and a towel.
Often, before they are dressed in the jail outfit and brought to their housing location, they will be forced to take a shower and undergo a disinfectant treatment for body and hair lice, scabies or other pests that may be residing on their person.
Booking can take anywhere from an hour to 24 hours or more. It all depends on the number of people that are awaiting processing, the number of staff on duty at the time, and the behavior of the offender.
If the offender is heavily intoxicated and/or violent, the Booking Officer may decide to stick the offender in a holding cell for several hours until they become more manageable.
Yes, Columbia County has bail and recognizes most types of bonds.
As of January 1, 2024, Florida moved to a statewide uniform bond schedule. The uniform bond schedule may change every year. The Columbia County Detention Facility will let you know the amount of the bond.
Under most circumstances your bond amount is set during the booking process, and you are eligible to bond out prior to going to court. Prior to January 1, 2024, each county set their own bond schedule. For more serious crimes, bond will be set at the first appearance.
Florida offers bail in the form of cash bail or surety bond and bonds from a professional bondsperson.
Under most circumstances your bond amount is set during the booking process by a judge, and you are eligible to bond out prior to going to court. Prior to January 1, 2024, each county set their own bond schedule.
For more serious crimes, bond will be set at the first appearance. Bail is set by a judge in accordance with a precalculated schedule based on the seriousness of the offense.
In most cases bail is set immediately after arrest, based on the precalculated schedule. If a defendant is not eligible for immediate release bail may be set by a judge at the initial court hearing, or arraignment.
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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Columbia County Detention Facility? What is the Schedule?
389 NW Quinten Street
Lake City, FL 32055
386-755-7000
Schedule Video Visits online with Securus
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | 8:00 AM - 11:30 AM 12:30 PM - 5:30 PM 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM |
| MONDAY | 8:00 AM - 11:30 AM 12:30 PM - 5:30 PM 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM |
| TUESDAY | 8:00 AM - 11:30 AM 12:30 PM - 5:30 PM 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 8:00 AM - 11:30 AM 12:30 PM - 5:30 PM 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM |
| THURSDAY | 8:00 AM - 11:30 AM 12:30 PM - 5:30 PM 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM |
| FRIDAY | 8:00 AM - 11:30 AM 12:30 PM - 5:30 PM 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM |
| SATURDAY | 8:00 AM - 11:30 AM 12:30 PM - 5:30 PM 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM |
Schedule Video Visits online with Securus
REMOTE VISITATION SCHEDULE
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | 8:00 AM - 11:30 AM 12:30 PM - 5:30 PM 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM |
| MONDAY | 8:00 AM - 11:30 AM 12:30 PM - 5:30 PM 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM |
| TUESDAY | 8:00 AM - 11:30 AM 12:30 PM - 5:30 PM 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 8:00 AM - 11:30 AM 12:30 PM - 5:30 PM 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM |
| THURSDAY | 8:00 AM - 11:30 AM 12:30 PM - 5:30 PM 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM |
| FRIDAY | 8:00 AM - 11:30 AM 12:30 PM - 5:30 PM 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM |
| SATURDAY | 8:00 AM - 11:30 AM 12:30 PM - 5:30 PM 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM |
8:00 AM - 11:30 AM
12:30 PM - 5:30 PM
6:30 PM - 10:00 PM
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.
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 Columbia County Detention Facility 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.
Columbia County Detention Facility 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 Columbia County Detention Facility’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 386-755-7000 for further assistance.
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Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Columbia County Detention Facility?
389 NW Quinten Street
Lake City, FL 32055
386-755-7000
Schedule Video Visits online with Securus
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | 8:00 AM - 11:30 AM 12:30 PM - 5:30 PM 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM |
| MONDAY | 8:00 AM - 11:30 AM 12:30 PM - 5:30 PM 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM |
| TUESDAY | 8:00 AM - 11:30 AM 12:30 PM - 5:30 PM 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 8:00 AM - 11:30 AM 12:30 PM - 5:30 PM 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM |
| THURSDAY | 8:00 AM - 11:30 AM 12:30 PM - 5:30 PM 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM |
| FRIDAY | 8:00 AM - 11:30 AM 12:30 PM - 5:30 PM 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM |
| SATURDAY | 8:00 AM - 11:30 AM 12:30 PM - 5:30 PM 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM |
Schedule Video Visits online with Securus
REMOTE VISITATION SCHEDULE
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | 8:00 AM - 11:30 AM 12:30 PM - 5:30 PM 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM |
| MONDAY | 8:00 AM - 11:30 AM 12:30 PM - 5:30 PM 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM |
| TUESDAY | 8:00 AM - 11:30 AM 12:30 PM - 5:30 PM 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 8:00 AM - 11:30 AM 12:30 PM - 5:30 PM 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM |
| THURSDAY | 8:00 AM - 11:30 AM 12:30 PM - 5:30 PM 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM |
| FRIDAY | 8:00 AM - 11:30 AM 12:30 PM - 5:30 PM 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM |
| SATURDAY | 8:00 AM - 11:30 AM 12:30 PM - 5:30 PM 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM |
8:00 AM - 11:30 AM
12:30 PM - 5:30 PM
6:30 PM - 10:00 PM
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Columbia County Detention Facility’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 386-755-7000 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Columbia County Detention Facility?
There are two options for putting money on an inmate's books:
Choice 1 - Deposit Inmate Money Online
Columbia County Detention Facility 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 386-755-7000 first to ask Columbia County Detention Facility if this option is still available.
To deposit money in an Columbia County Detention Facility inmate's commissary account follow these instructions:
Note: You will be charged a fee to send money to your Columbia County inmate. In addition, there is a maximum amount you can send.
Contact Information
Customer Support page.
Customer Support phone: 912-584-6102
Email - [email protected]
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 Columbia 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 Columbia County Detention Facility’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 386-755-7000 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Columbia County Detention Facility?
To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Columbia 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 [facility_name_1}, 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 Columbia 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 Columbia County Detention Facility’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 386-755-7000 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Columbia County Detention Facility, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Columbia County Detention Facility ONLY allows inmates to receive pre-metered postcards like the type purchased from the post office unless noted otherwise.
Envelopes
Envelopes with personal letters are NOT allowed.
Postcards MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Columbia County Detention Facility
389 NW Quinten Street
Lake City, FL 32055
(Only Postcards are allowed!!)
Legal Mail
Envelopes from an attorney or professionals related to an inmates case ARE allowed.
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Columbia County Detention Facility
389 NW Quinten Street
Lake City, FL 32055
Newspapers
Newspapers may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the publisher.
Magazines
News, special interest or sports magazines may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the publisher. Any magazines that contain profanity, weapons, pornography or other content that is adult in nature will be confiscated by the jail staff and will NOT be delivered to the inmate.
Books
The Columbia County Detention Facility allows books to be mailed directly to the jail from a reputable source such as Amazon, Barnes & Noble or Books-A-Million. You can order them directly from your computer and have them shipped to the inmate at the address noted.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Columbia County Detention Facility standards will be disposed of.
Hard cover books will not be accepted by the jail due to their potential to be used as a weapon.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Columbia County Detention Facility
389 NW Quinten Street
Lake City, FL 32055
To communicate by text or email with an Columbia County inmate, follow these instructions:
For all the information you need to send and receive secure messages in the form of text or email with a Columbia County Detention Facility inmate, including how it works, how much it costs, renting your inmate a tablet, how often you can communicate and more, check out our Text/Email an Inmate Page.
NOTE: Your messages will be monitored and stored. You may want to refrain from discussing your inmate's court case.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Columbia County Detention Facility’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 386-755-7000 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Columbia County Detention Facility, and what can I purchase?
Ordering from CommissaryOrder.com is a simple process:
Commissary Order Fees
In addition to the items you purchase, you will pay a ‘service fee’ for each item selected. The first item you select will cost you a fee of $2.00-3.00, then an additional $0.35 to $0.50 for each item you select after that.
Maximum Amount
Columbia County Detention Facility only allows you to purchase a maximum amount of $200.00 worth of products at a time.
Items you may Purchase from CommissaryDeposit.com:
Customer Support
- CommissaryOrder.com only provides customer support via email at [email protected]
Inmate Money Deposit Option
If you do NOT want to choose the commissary items for your inmate, but have them decide for themselves, go to CommissaryDeposit.com and send them money direct so they can purchase the items they want.
The fees to send money directly to your inmate are as follows:
$0.01 - $25.00 = $3.25 + 3%
$25.01 - $100 = $4.50 + 3%
$100.01 to $200 = $6.00 + 3%
$200.01 & up = $7.50 + 3%
(NOTE: The maximum allowed deposit is $260.00)
To deposit money in an Columbia County Detention Facility inmate's commissary account follow these instructions:
Note: You will be charged a fee to send money to your Columbia County inmate. In addition, there is a maximum amount you can send.
Contact Information
Customer Support page.
Customer Support phone: 912-584-6102
Email - [email protected]
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 Columbia 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 Columbia County Detention Facility’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 386-755-7000 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Columbia County Detention Facility using an Online Messaging Service?
SmartMail allows inmates to communicate safely and quickly with family and friends outside of the jail, prison or detention center. Inmates send and receive electronic letters using a safe and secure computer kiosk or tablet stationed in their institution. THE COST IS JUST $0.50 CENTS; cheaper than a postage stamp and envelope.
More information on how to send and receive messages and photos with an inmate.
To communicate by text or email with an Columbia County inmate, follow these instructions:
For all the information you need to send and receive secure messages in the form of text or email with a Columbia County Detention Facility inmate, including how it works, how much it costs, renting your inmate a tablet, how often you can communicate and more, check out our Text/Email an Inmate Page.
NOTE: Your messages will be monitored and stored. You may want to refrain from discussing your inmate's court case.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Columbia County Detention Facility’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 386-755-7000 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Columbia County Detention Facility have Access to Tablets or Computers?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Columbia County Detention Facility’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 386-755-7000 for further assistance.
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What are the other City and County Jails in Columbia County?
What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Columbia County?
This facility, known as "Columbia County Detention Facility" is also known as Columbia County Jail, Columbia County Jail , Columbia County Jail , Florida, Columbia.
