Lake County Detention Center

You can search the Official Jail Inmate Roster to locate an inmate in the Lake County Detention Center and see their charges, bond amount, visitation eligibility, and mugshot. For anything the roster doesn’t answer, call the jail at 352-742-4054. The state of Florida also lets you search for wanted persons in Lake County and statewide, and search court records in participating counties.

Lake County Detention Center Inmate Search

In Lake County and every other Florida county, the state constitution gives most defendants the right to pretrial release on reasonable conditions, except in capital or life felony cases where the proof is evident, or when no conditions would keep the community safe. Minor misdemeanors and traffic offenses often end with a notice to appear rather than bail. Other bond amounts follow a uniform statewide schedule adopted each year by the Florida Supreme Court.

The fastest way to get an inmate’s bail amount is to call the Lake County Detention Center at 352-742-4054. You can also check the charge on the Florida uniform statewide bond schedule for 2026, which sets a floor for bond amounts; local circuits may set them higher. A judge at first appearance can adjust the bond for any case. Bail can be paid in cash, by surety bond, or by property bond, and some defendants are released on their own recognizance.

While the Lake County Detention Center is licensed for 960 inmates, it often has to make room for many more, especially on weekends. Here’s how long inmates typically stay at most city and county jails in Florida:

• At least 35-40% leave within a month
• Another 25-30% within 90 days
• Another 15-20% within six months
• About 8-9% stay six to twelve months

Inmates held longer than twelve months are usually facing serious charges like rape or murder. Because those cases take longer to prepare for trial, offenders arrested in this county remain in one of the Lake County facilities much longer.

Lake County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 20,400 offenders every year.

Check out our jail photos, collected over the years.

Steps to pay bail in Lake County

After an arrest, individuals are brought to Lake County Detention Center in Tavares 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 352-742-4054.

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 352-742-4054).
• Licensed bail bond agents in Lake 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 Lake County, Florida, visit the Lake County Detention Center Bail Page.

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Lake County Detention Center? What is the Schedule?

Lake County Detention Center ON-SITE (at the visitation center) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

28129 County Rd 561
Tavares, FL 32778

352-742-4054

Schedule Video Visits online with Securus

• On-site Visits (at the visitation center) are free. Limit of two per week.
• Visits may last up to one (1) hour per visit.
• Visitation schedule subject to change.
• A maximum of 2 guests are allowed per an on-site video session.
• All visits must be made at least 24 hours in advance.
• For technical support call 800-844-6591.
• For local support or questions call 352-609-2177.

Lake County Detention Center REMOTE (at home) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

Schedule Video Visits online with Securus

• All visits must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance.
• Remote visits have a fee.
• Visitation Schedule subject to change.

Lake County Detention Center 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 Lake County Detention Center 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.
Lake County Detention Center 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 Lake County Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 352-742-4054 for further assistance.

Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Lake County Detention Center?

Lake County Detention Center ON-SITE (at the visitation center) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

28129 County Rd 561
Tavares, FL 32778

352-742-4054

Schedule Video Visits online with Securus

• On-site Visits (at the visitation center) are free. Limit of two per week.
• Visits may last up to one (1) hour per visit.
• Visitation schedule subject to change.
• A maximum of 2 guests are allowed per an on-site video session.
• All visits must be made at least 24 hours in advance.
• For technical support call 800-844-6591.
• For local support or questions call 352-609-2177.

Lake County Detention Center REMOTE (at home) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

Schedule Video Visits online with Securus

• All visits must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance.
• Remote visits have a fee.
• Visitation Schedule subject to change.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lake County Detention Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 352-742-4054 for further assistance.

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Lake County Detention Center?

There are two options for putting money on an inmate's books:

Choice 1 - Deposit Inmate Money Online

Lake County Detention Center 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 352-742-4054 first to ask Lake County Detention Center if this option is still available.

How to Deposit Money Online for an Inmate's Commissary Account in Lake County

To deposit money in an Lake County Detention Center inmate's commissary account follow these instructions:

• Start here and click ‘DEPOSIT MONEY’ in CommissaryDeposit.com
• Choose Florida
• Choose Lake County Detention Center
• 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 Lake 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 Lake 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 Lake County Detention Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 352-742-4054 for further assistance.

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Lake County Detention Center?

How an Inmate Makes a Phone Call to You or Others from Lake County Detention Center

To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Lake 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 Lake County Detention Center, 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 Lake 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 Lake County Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 352-742-4054 for further assistance.

How do I Mail an Inmate in the Lake County Detention Center, and what can I send them?

Postcards
The Lake County Detention Center allows inmates to receive pre-metered postcards like the type purchased from the post office. They may also allow certain photo postcards as long as they have not been tampered with or contain images that may be considered to be obscene or violent in nature.

Envelopes
The Lake County Detention Center also allows regular postcards and envelopes to be mailed to inmates as well.

Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID Number
C/O Securus Digital Mail Center - Lake County Detention Center
PO BOX 22997
Tampa, FL 33634

Newspapers
Local or national newspapers may also be mailed to the inmate as long as they are mailed directly from the newspaper 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 Lake County Detention Center 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 above.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Lake County Detention Center standards will be disposed of. No more than three books may be shipped at any one time.
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 Number
Lake County Detention Center
551 W. Main St
Tavares, FL 32778

Postcards
The Lake County Detention Center allows inmates to receive pre-metered postcards like the type purchased from the post office. They may also allow certain photo postcards as long as they have not been tampered with or contain images that may be considered to be obscene or violent in nature.

Envelopes
The Lake County Detention Center also allows regular postcards and envelopes to be mailed to inmates as well.

Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID Number
C/O Securus Digital Mail Center - Lake County Detention Center
PO BOX 22997
Tampa, FL 33634

Newspapers
Local or national newspapers may also be mailed to the inmate as long as they are mailed directly from the newspaper 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 Lake County Detention Center 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 above.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Lake County Detention Center standards will be disposed of. No more than three books may be shipped at any one time.
Hard cover books will not be accepted by the jail due to their potential to be used as a weapon.

All mail, newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID Number
Lake County Detention Center
551 W. Main St
Tavares, FL 32778

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lake County Detention Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 352-742-4054 for further assistance.

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Lake County Detention Center, and what can I purchase?

Lake County Detention Center uses the services of CommissaryOrder.com to provide commissary for their inmates.

Ordering from CommissaryOrder.com is a simple process:

• Start here and click ‘PLACE ORDER’
• Choose Florida
• Choose Lake County Detention Center
• View the date your order will be delivered, then click ‘NEXT’.
• Search for, then Select your inmate.
• Choose your items. (scroll down to see the items available)
• Pay for the items.

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

Lake County Detention Center only allows you to purchase a maximum amount of $200.00 worth of products at a time.

Items you may Purchase from CommissaryDeposit.com:

• Clothing - thermals, underwear, bras, shoes.
• Stationary, envelopes, stamps, playing cards, board games
• Toiletries, hygiene, reading glasses, medicated creams, aspirin
• Soda, energy drinks, coffee, packaged meat & fish, soups, cookies, chips, pastries.

Customer Support

- CommissaryOrder.com only provides customer support via email at Support@CommissaryOrder.com

- Customer Support page.

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)

How to Deposit Money Online for an Inmate's Commissary Account in Lake County

To deposit money in an Lake County Detention Center inmate's commissary account follow these instructions:

• Start here and click ‘DEPOSIT MONEY’ in CommissaryDeposit.com
• Choose Florida
• Choose Lake County Detention Center
• 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 Lake 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 Lake 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 Lake County Detention Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 352-742-4054 for further assistance.

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Lake County Detention Center using an Online Messaging Service?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lake County Detention Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 352-742-4054 for further assistance.

Do Inmates in the Lake County Detention Center have Access to Tablets or Computers?

Lake County Detention Center 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 Lake County Detention Center.

Questions:

• By phone - 800-844-6591 or 972-734-1111.
• By email - tablets@securustech.net

How to Rent a Tablet for an Inmate in Lake County Detention Center

To rent a tablet for an inmate in Lake 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 Lake 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 Lake 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 Lake County Detention Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 352-742-4054 for further assistance.

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