Miami-Dade Metro West Detention Center

To search for an inmate in the Miami-Dade Metro West Detention Center, 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 786-263-5110 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Arrests Warrants and other Wanted Persons for the entire state of Florida, as well as Criminal Court Cases and Courts for Miami-Dade and every county in the state of Florida.

Miami-Dade Metro West Detention Center Inmate Search

The Miami-Dade Metro West Detention Center maintains an average of 3098 offenders in custody on any given day. The Miami-Dade Metro West Detention Center 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 Miami-Dade County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 129,160 offenders.

The following charts of Miami-Dade County inmate population demographics are updated daily. The information shown is for today. For research purposes we have broken down the inmates by sex, age, ethnicity, and criminal charges.

The information is compiled from the Miami-Dade County Corrections Department, the state of Florida Department of Corrections, as well as the United States Department of Justice and Census Bureau records. It represents every person in custody in Miami-Dade County.

For complete information on how to get directions, bond, visit, mail, send and receive email and texts, receive phone calls, and send money or commissary to an inmate, find arrest information for Miami-Dade County and other counties surrounding this one, scroll down this page. We have a section for each.

We also provide photos of the jail that we have collected over the years.

How do you post bail in Miami-Dade County?

If someone is taken to Miami-Dade Metro West Detention Center in Miami for booking, the next steps depend on their case:

1. The individual may be released without bail, under a promise to appear at a court hearing.
2. They could be held in custody until their trial.
3. They may post a bail or bond for release. To find out the exact bail amount, call 786-263-5110.

Bail payments can be handled in various ways.

• Cash bonds are paid in full, normally at the jail's bonding window or with the clerk of court, by cash, cashier's check or money order, and card payments are often possible through a kiosk in the lobby or an online vendor for a convenience fee; have the inmate's full name and booking number ready, and reach the jail at 786-263-5110.
• Licensed bail bond agents in Miami-Dade County can facilitate payment.
• Property bonds are available in many courts: an owner may pledge land or a home after proving clear title and equity of at least the bond amount (often double) with the deed and a recent tax or appraisal figure, and the court that set bail decides whether to accept it.

For a comprehensive guide to the bail process in Miami-Dade County, Florida, visit the Miami-Dade Metro West Detention Center Bail FAQ page.

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Miami-Dade Metro West Detention Center? What is the Schedule?

Miami-Dade Metro West Detention Center Remote Video Visitation (Video Visiting from Home)

• 24/7 Automated GTL Phone System and Customer Support - 800-483-8314
• GTL Inmate Phone System Customer Service - 877-650-4249

If you want to visit with an inmate remotely you must first be on an Inmate’s Approved Master Visitation List. Only the inmate can put you on this list. 
Once you are sure you on this list, you can register and create an account with Global Tel*Link (GTL).

It takes about one full day to get your application processed and approved, and then you can schedule a remote video visit.  

If you have any questions regarding this process should contact the MDCR Inmate Visitation directly at 786-263-4119.

REMOTE VISITATION SCHEDULE

Attorneys and Professional Visitors - Application to have Remote Video Visits

• Fill out and submit the Application via email to mdcrintroletter@miamidade.gov
• Register with GTL. Once your Professional Visitor Application is verified and approved, your status will be upgraded to Professional Visitor.

• Please allow 2-3 business days for processing. Once your registration is approved, you will be able to schedule visits.

• Attorneys and professional visitors with questions regarding this process should send an email to: mdcrintroletter@miamidade.gov.

Miami-Dade Metro West Detention Center offers Video Visitation for Inmates using the Services of GTL, aka ViaPath Techologies

In order to schedule and then visit an inmate using GTL you need to first register with GTL.

Next Steps:

• Register yourself and all visitors.
• Select Miami-Dade Metro West Detention Center
• Select your inmate.
• Schedule your preferred time for the visit.

For at-home video visits: Sign in to the visitation scheduling site 15 minutes prior to your scheduled visit. Test your connection, and follow the steps to start your visit.
For on-site video visits: Arrive at the facility at least 15 minutes prior to check-in. A valid photo ID is required. 

All your questions can be answered after you register, at the Frequently Asked Questions page, or call 855-208-7349 during the following hours:
6AM – 4PM MST Monday – Friday, or 
7AM – 4PM MST Saturday – Sunday

Costs for Visits are subject to change but generally run less than $10.00 for a 30 minute visit.
Payment can be made with Visa, Mastercard debit, credit or gift cards.

How to Arrange Video Visitation with Miami-Dade Metro West Detention Center Inmates

Follow these instructions to schedule and then visit an inmate using GTL.

• Register yourself and all visitors.
• Select Miami-Dade Metro West Detention Center
• Select your inmate.
• Schedule your preferred time for the visit.

For all the information you need to know regarding scheduling, cost, rules, tips and guidelines of inmate visits at the Miami-Dade Metro West Detention Center, check out our Visit Inmate Page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Miami-Dade Metro West Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 786-263-5110 for further assistance.

Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Miami-Dade Metro West Detention Center?

Miami-Dade Metro West Detention Center Remote Video Visitation (Video Visiting from Home)

• 24/7 Automated GTL Phone System and Customer Support - 800-483-8314
• GTL Inmate Phone System Customer Service - 877-650-4249

If you want to visit with an inmate remotely you must first be on an Inmate’s Approved Master Visitation List. Only the inmate can put you on this list. 
Once you are sure you on this list, you can register and create an account with Global Tel*Link (GTL).

It takes about one full day to get your application processed and approved, and then you can schedule a remote video visit.  

If you have any questions regarding this process should contact the MDCR Inmate Visitation directly at 786-263-4119.

REMOTE VISITATION SCHEDULE

Attorneys and Professional Visitors - Application to have Remote Video Visits

• Fill out and submit the Application via email to mdcrintroletter@miamidade.gov
• Register with GTL. Once your Professional Visitor Application is verified and approved, your status will be upgraded to Professional Visitor.

• Please allow 2-3 business days for processing. Once your registration is approved, you will be able to schedule visits.

• Attorneys and professional visitors with questions regarding this process should send an email to: mdcrintroletter@miamidade.gov.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Miami-Dade Metro West Detention Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 786-263-5110 for further assistance.

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Miami-Dade Metro West Detention Center?

How to Deposit Money into an Inmate's Account in Miami-Dade Metro West Detention Center

To deposit money into the account of an inmate in Miami-Dade County, follow these instructions:

• Create an account with Touchpay Services, a GTL company.
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• Select Florida.
• Select Miami-Dade Metro West Detention Center
• Enter the Inmate ID of your inmate.  This can be found by calling 786-263-5110 or by looking up the inmate's name in the Inmate Search link.
• Enter your billing information and send money.
• You can also deposit cash using the kiosk at the Miami-Dade Metro West Detention Center.  To do this you need the Inmate's ID Number and the Facility Locator Number for Miami-Dade County.

For all the information you need regarding making an inmate deposit, what it costs, how much you can send, how long it takes for your inmate to receive funds and more, and to get the Facility Locator Number, check out our Send Money Page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Miami-Dade Metro West Detention Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 786-263-5110 for further assistance.

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Miami-Dade Metro West Detention Center?

How Do You Communicate with an Inmate in the Miami-Dade Metro West Detention Center by Phone

Follow these instructions on how to open an account with GTL Connect Network (aka Viapath Technologies)

• Advance Pay - This phone account allows you to prepay so that your inmate can call you (and only you) whenever he/she wants and the cost of each call is deducted from your balance. You can even be notified by text when your balance gets low. You still have the option of accepting or rejecting each call.
• Pin Debit  -  This option allows you to fund an inmate's commissary account and lets him pay for phone calls to you and others with the money. You will have no control over who your inmate calls.
• Voicemail  -  You can leave a secure voicemail without having to contact the facility. When you call the local phone number for a facility offering Inmate Voicemail (call Customer Service at 877-650-4249 to get the local voicemail number for Miami-Dade Metro West Detention Center, you will be informed of the cost for leaving a message. To leave your message, simply select the inmate by ID number. Then, record your voicemail.

For full instructions on the Miami-Dade Metro West Detention Center Inmate Phone System, what the costs are, how it works, and tips and guidelines on rules, regulations and saving money on calls, check out our Inmate Phones Page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Miami-Dade Metro West Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 786-263-5110 for further assistance.

How do I Mail an Inmate in the Miami-Dade Metro West Detention Center, and what can I send them?

How do you send mail to an inmate in the Miami-Dade Metro West Detention Center?

All letters and postcards must be mailed through the United States Postal Service. Mail delivered through any other carrier will be rejected.

Postcards

The Miami-Dade Metro West 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 Miami-Dade Metro West Detention Center also allows regular letters to be mailed to inmates as long as they conform to the jail’s guidelines.

Letters cannot contain:

• Any alterations such as lipstick, stickers, glitter or perfume.
• Polaroid photos
• Any gang related drawings or anything that compromises jail security

Each letter or postcard must include the full address and inmate information (Jail # and Cell #):

Inmate's Full Name & Booking Number, Cell Location
Miami-Dade Corrections and Rehabilitation Department
PO Box 20527
Tampa, FL 33622

You must also provide a complete return address including your first and last name, street address, city, state and zip code.

Newspapers

Newspaper subscriptions must be mailed directly from the publisher and must contain an invoice that shows the company letterhead.

Magazines

News, special interest or sports magazines may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the publisher and contains an invoice that contains the publisher’s letterhead. 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

Inmates are prohibited from having hardcover books, however, they can receive softcover books if they are mailed directly from the publisher and contain an invoice that includes the company letterhead.

• Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Miami-Dade Metro West Detention Center 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.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Miami-Dade Metro West Detention Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 786-263-5110 for further assistance.

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Miami-Dade Metro West Detention Center, and what can I purchase?

Miami-Dade Metro West Detention Center allows pre-determined commissary packs to be purchased by friends and family of inmates.  

The service they use is called icaregifts.

Instructions

1.    Register here.
2.    Click the "Find an Inmate" button and enter your loved one’s first name, last name, or inmate number. When the information is entered correctly, click the “Search” button to confirm they are in the system.
3.    Select the icare gift you want to send them.
4.    Confirm the order in your confirmation email.
5.    Miami-Dade Metro West Detention Center has up to 30 days to give your icaregift pack to your inmate.
6.    You will receive a confirmation email when it is delivered.

There are a total of fourteen (14) pre-determined icaregift packs available to choose from. 

They range in price from $10.49 for ten pre-stamped envelopes, 2 pens and a pad of writing paper…

… to $104.99 for a box of 85 snack and food items…

… with many gift packs priced in between.

Resources
Frequently Asked Questions (you must have an inmate chosen in order to review these FAQs for Miami-Dade Metro West Detention Center

Contact Info:
888-439-5020 - 8AM–9PM ET, 7 days a week.

How to Send a Carepack Commissary Package Directly to an Inmate in Miami-Dade County

To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Miami-Dade Metro West Detention Center follow these steps:

• Register here to create an account with icaregifts for Miami-Dade County.
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• Choose Florida, then Miami-Dade Metro West Detention Center, and then the products you want shipped to them, and input your payment method. 
• NOTE: There may be a limit on how much product you can send your inmate in Miami-Dade County at any one time.
• There are a total of fourteen (14) pre-determined icaregift packs available to choose from. 
• The gift packs for inmates in Miami-Dade County range in price from $10.49 for ten pre-stamped envelopes, 2 pens and a pad of writing paper, to $104.99 for a box of 85 snack and food items.

For all information, tips and available items for shipping Commissary packages to an inmate in Miami-Dade Metro West Detention Center, as well as sending money to the inmate so that they can purchase their own items, check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Miami-Dade County.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Miami-Dade Metro West Detention Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 786-263-5110 for further assistance.

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Miami-Dade Metro West Detention Center using an Online Messaging Service?

Miami-Dade Metro West Detention Center uses Securus eMessaging for Inmate Email.

Register here. (You are already registered if you signed up with Securus for 'Phone' or 'Remote Visitation').

Steps: 
1.  Sign up for eMessaging
2. Find your inmate.
3. Purchase a book of Securus ‘stamps’.
4. Type & Send message.

Things you CAN do:
1.  You CAN ONLY send messages from the Securus website, or with the Securus app. (links below).
2. You CAN transfer ‘stamps’ to your inmate.
3. You CAN deposit money to your inmate, and they can purchase ‘stamps’ on their end.
4. Each time you send a message, you CAN pay for them to reply.
5. You CAN send photos. (Jail staff will review for appropriateness) 

Things you CANNOT do:
1.  You CANNOT use your own personal email to send messages.
2. You CANNOT send any message or photo that would normally be rejected by regular mail.

Other Things:
1.  Photos must be .jpg, .jpeg or .png.
2. eMessages and photos must meet the jail’s standards for regular mail.
3. If your eMessage or Photo is rejected you will be notified of the reason, but you will NOT get a refund.

What is the cost of sending inmate messages?

• Send a text Message - 1 stamp
• Purchase a reply for your inmate - 1 stamp
• Attach up to 5 photos - 1 stamp each photo
• Share up to 5 eCards - 1 stamp each eCard
• Send just a photo with no text - 1 stamp
• Send a 30 second VideoGram - 3 stamps

What can your inmate do with digital 'stamps'?

• Reply to your eMessage if you attach a return stamp
• Receive transferred stamps you share with them (no cost to transfer)
• When available, they can purchase their own stamps from their Inmate Debit Account

Contact Information and Help:
eMessaging FAQ  
eMessaging Signup & Helpful Information  
Online Customer Service Support 
Phone Support: 972-734-1111 or 800-844-6591
iphone app
Android app

Mailing Check payments
Securus Correctional Billing Services
PO Box 650757
Dallas, Texas 75265-075

How to Send a Text or Email Message to an Inmate in Miami-Dade Metro West Detention Center

To send a text or email message to a Miami-Dade County inmate, do the following:

Miami-Dade Metro West Detention Center uses Securus eMessaging for Inmate Email.

Register here. (You are already registered if you signed up with Securus for 'Phone' or 'Remote Visitation' in Miami-Dade County or any jail or prison in the country).
Steps: 
1.  Sign up for eMessaging
2. Find your Miami-Dade County inmate.
3. Purchase a book of Securus ‘stamps’.
4. Type & Send message.

For all Miami-Dade County information for sending secure messages to an inmate in Miami-Dade Metro West Detention Center, including instructions, video examples, fees, limits, tablet rentals and more, check out out Text/Email an Inmate Page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Miami-Dade Metro West Detention Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 786-263-5110 for further assistance.

Do Inmates in the Miami-Dade Metro West Detention Center have Access to Tablets or Computers?

Miami-Dade Metro West 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 Miami-Dade Metro West 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 Miami-Dade Metro West Detention Center

To rent a tablet for an inmate in Miami-Dade 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 Miami-Dade 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 Miami-Dade 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 Miami-Dade Metro West Detention Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 786-263-5110 for further assistance.

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