Palm Beach West Detention Center

To search the Palm Beach West Detention Center for an inmate and review their charges, bond, visitation eligibility, or mugshot, go to the Official Jail Inmate Roster. You can also call the jail at 561-712-2971 for assistance. Checking for warrants? Florida’s statewide wanted persons search includes Palm Beach County. Looking for court records? Many counties post criminal court cases online through a shared portal.

Palm Beach West Detention Center Inmate Search

Florida law entitles most people arrested in Palm Beach County to reasonable pretrial release, unless they are charged with a capital or life felony and the proof is evident, or a judge finds no conditions would protect the public. Lower-level misdemeanors and traffic cases are often handled with a notice to appear. Bond amounts for most other charges come from a uniform statewide bond schedule set by the Florida Supreme Court.

The easiest way to learn an offender’s bail at the Palm Beach West Detention Center is to call 561-712-2971. For a general idea, compare the charge to the Florida uniform statewide bond schedule for 2026. Circuits may set higher local amounts, and a judge at first appearance, usually within 24 hours, can set a different bond. The county takes cash, surety bonds, and property bonds, and can also release an offender on personal recognizance.

The Palm Beach West Detention Center’s license covers 998 inmates, but the jail often has to make room for many more, especially on weekends. Most city and county jails in Florida experience a monthly turnover of at least 35-40%, another 25-30% every 90 days, and another 15-20% every six months, with about 8-9% of inmates staying six to twelve months. Those who stay longer than a year usually face serious charges such as rape or murder. Because those cases take longer to prepare for trial, offenders arrested in this county remain in one of the Palm Beach County facilities much longer.

Every year, Palm Beach County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 64,580 offenders.

You can also view photos of the Palm Beach West Detention Center that we’ve collected over the years.

Steps to pay bail in Palm Beach County

After an arrest, individuals are brought to Palm Beach West Detention Center in Belle Glade 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 561-712-2971.

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 561-712-2971).
• Licensed bail bond agents in Palm Beach 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 Palm Beach County, Florida, visit the Palm Beach West Detention Center Bail Page.

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Palm Beach West Detention Center? What is the Schedule?

Palm Beach West Detention Center Inmate Visitation Schedule 

(Whether the visit is a video visit from home, or a visit at one of the two Palm Beach County locations, you must first register online.)

Visitation locations:

Central Video Visitation Center
9620 Weisman Way (Also known as Process Drive)
West Palm Beach, FL 33411
561-242-5850

West County Video Visitation Center
 2890 State Road 15
Belle Glade, FL 33430
561-992-1250

• You must be checked in at least 15 minutes prior to the start of the visit or you will be considered late. No late entry will be permitted. 
• A maximum of three (3) visitors per visit, children count toward the total number of visitors.
• Visits must be scheduled 1 to 7 days in advance. NO same day visits may be scheduled.
• If you are a “No Show” to three scheduled visits, you will be restricted from visiting for two (2) visiting weeks.
• All adult visitors MUST present a Government issued VALID State ID or Driver’s License before each visit.
• If you are high or drunk, no visit.
• Items allowed into visits?... keys and wallet. Nothing else.
• Visitors with small children will be permitted to bring in one baby bottle, and one blanket per child.
• CHILDREN: All Minors MUST have a visitor’s ID number and MUST be added on the visit. An original birth certificate and legal guardianship paperwork is required before a minor visits. No school age children will be allowed to visit during school hours. This includes home schooled students.

Palm Beach 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 Palm Beach 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 Palm Beach West Detention Center Inmates

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

• Register yourself and all visitors.
• Select Palm Beach 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 Palm Beach 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 Palm Beach West Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 561-712-2971 for further assistance.

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

Palm Beach West Detention Center Inmate Visitation Schedule 

(Whether the visit is a video visit from home, or a visit at one of the two Palm Beach County locations, you must first register online.)

Visitation locations:

Central Video Visitation Center
9620 Weisman Way (Also known as Process Drive)
West Palm Beach, FL 33411
561-242-5850

West County Video Visitation Center
 2890 State Road 15
Belle Glade, FL 33430
561-992-1250

• You must be checked in at least 15 minutes prior to the start of the visit or you will be considered late. No late entry will be permitted. 
• A maximum of three (3) visitors per visit, children count toward the total number of visitors.
• Visits must be scheduled 1 to 7 days in advance. NO same day visits may be scheduled.
• If you are a “No Show” to three scheduled visits, you will be restricted from visiting for two (2) visiting weeks.
• All adult visitors MUST present a Government issued VALID State ID or Driver’s License before each visit.
• If you are high or drunk, no visit.
• Items allowed into visits?... keys and wallet. Nothing else.
• Visitors with small children will be permitted to bring in one baby bottle, and one blanket per child.
• CHILDREN: All Minors MUST have a visitor’s ID number and MUST be added on the visit. An original birth certificate and legal guardianship paperwork is required before a minor visits. No school age children will be allowed to visit during school hours. This includes home schooled students.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Palm Beach West Detention Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 561-712-2971 for further assistance.

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Palm Beach West Detention Center?

There are multiple ways to add money to an inmate's account at Palm Beach West Detention Center, using Access Corrections Secure Deposits

1. Online - Making a deposit using a verified Visa or Mastercard online, or using their Apple or Android App.
2. By phone - Dial 866.345.1884 to reach their 24/7 Access Corrections domestic call centers.
3. Lobby kiosk - Ask the jail whether it has an Access Corrections kiosk for deposits.
4. By mail - Ask Access Corrections or the jail whether money orders can be mailed, and to what address.

Ask who the money order should be made out to, and include the inmate name and ID number on all money orders.

5. Walk-in Cash Deposits - Ask the Palm Beach West Detention Center whether it accepts cash deposits in person, and where.

Secure Deposits - Frequently Asked Questions
Secure Deposits - Video Tutorial on How it Works
Secure Deposits - Help Pages

Customer Service Contacts:
Phone: 866-345-1884
Email: customerservice@accesscorrections.com
Online Chat - Look for 'bubble' on bottom right of the page linked here.

How to Send Money to an Inmate in Palm Beach County

To send commissary money to an inmate in Palm Beach West Detention Center follow these steps:

• Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
• 
• Select Florida, then select Palm Beach West Detention Center, and then the inmate you want to send money to.
• Choose the amount of money you want to send, and input your payment method.

For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account check out our full money and commissary guide for Palm Beach West Detention Center.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Palm Beach West Detention Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 561-712-2971 for further assistance.

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Palm Beach West Detention Center?

How an Inmate Makes a Phone Call to You or Others from Palm Beach West Detention Center

To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Palm Beach 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 Palm Beach West 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 Palm Beach 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 Palm Beach West Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 561-712-2971 for further assistance.

How do I Mail an Inmate in the Palm Beach West Detention Center, and what can I send them?

Palm Beach West Detention Center Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Palm Beach West Detention Center ONLY allows inmates to receive pre-metered postcards like the type purchased from the post office unless noted otherwise.

• Minimum size: 3.5 Inches by 4.25 inches. Maximum size: 4.25 inches by 6 inches.
• Postcards mailed with a stamp will be rejected.
• It is best to only use blue or black ink.
• Always include your name and return address.

Envelopes
Envelopes with personal letters are NOT allowed.

Postcards MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate's Full Name & Jacket #
Cell Assignment
West Detention Center
P.O. Box 1450
Belle Glade, Florida 33430
(postcards only!)

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 & Jacket #
Cell Assignment
West Detention Center
P.O. Box 1450
Belle Glade, Florida 33430

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 Palm Beach West 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 noted.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Palm Beach 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.

All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Jacket #
Cell Assignment
West Detention Center
P.O. Box 1450
Belle Glade, Florida 33430

Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?

For inmates receiving mail in the Palm Beach West Detention Center 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. Due to drug smuggling, not all inmates are even allowed to receive mail in envelopes, as only certain types of postcards are allowed.

For complete information on mail policies and addresses, check out our Inmate Mail page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Palm Beach West Detention Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 561-712-2971 for further assistance.

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Palm Beach West Detention Center, and what can I purchase?

Palm Beach West Detention Center contracts with Access Securepak for families to send pre-determined packages of commissary items to your inmate.

Access Securepak's catalog groups items into categories such as:
- Food and Snacks
- Personal Hygiene Products
- Electronics
- Apparel

Registration Process:
1. Register here.
2. Select Florida.
3. Select Palm Beach West Detention Center.
4. Find your Inmate.
5. Deposit Funds.
6. Order Commissary Items.
Once you are logged in, you will receive instructions on how much (and what products) you can send your inmate.
Contact Information:
* If you have any questions, you can call Access Securepak at 800-546-6283.
* You can email My Care Pack at customerservice@securepak.net.
* You can write them at:
    Access Securepak
    10880 Linpage Place
    St. Louis, MO 63132

* You can Live Chat with a Representative online: (bottom left corner of page)
   Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m.–11 p.m. CST, 
   and Saturdays, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. CST.

*Note* Access Securepak will issue a refund for or replace broken, damaged, or missing products reported by Palm Beach West Detention Center staff. They will not honor reports of discrepancies from inmate's families or friends. They have a very good mix of Chips, Snacks, Candy, Meat, Seafood, Hygiene products, Letter writing materials, Electronics and Apparel items for sale on their website.

*NOTE* -- Once you are fully registered and have selected the inmate you wish to send commissary to, you will receive instructions on how much you can deposit, how much (and what) you can purchase for your inmate, and how often you can send commissary.

How to Send Money to an Inmate in Palm Beach County

To send commissary money to an inmate in Palm Beach West Detention Center follow these steps:

• Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
• 
• Select Florida, then select Palm Beach West Detention Center, and then the inmate you want to send money to.
• Choose the amount of money you want to send, and input your payment method.

For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account check out our full money and commissary guide for Palm Beach West Detention Center.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Palm Beach West Detention Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 561-712-2971 for further assistance.

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Palm Beach West Detention Center using an Online Messaging Service?

How to Email an Inmate at the Palm Beach West Detention Center

Follow these instructions on how to arrange secure messaging (aka email and texting) of an inmate at the Palm Beach West Detention Center

• Sign in to GTL, or Register if you haven't already.
• Select Palm Beach West Detention Center.
• Select your Inmate.
• Using a credit or debit card, purchase credits to send messages, and, depending on the facility, purchase additional credits to receive responses from your inmate.
  Compose a message, attach credits for a reply…and send!

You can also send photos and videos to your inmate, along with your message. These can only be sent from the GTL app. (iphone, Android)
The cost to send messages and photos is approximately $1.00, and videos are $3.00.
If you have any questions, call customer service 24/7 at 877-650-4249.

How to Email an Inmate at the Palm Beach West Detention Center

Follow these instructions on how to arrange secure messaging (aka email and texting) of an inmate at the Palm Beach West Detention Center

• Sign in to GTL, or Register if you haven't already.
• Select Palm Beach West Detention Center.
• Select your Inmate.
• Using a credit or debit card, purchase credits to send messages, and, depending on the facility, purchase additional credits to receive responses from your inmate.
  Compose a message, attach credits for a reply…and send!

You can also send photos and videos to your inmate, along with your message.
For all the information you need to know regarding using GTL to send messages, photos and videos, how much it costs, tips and guidelines and more, check out our Text/Email an Inmate Page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Palm Beach West Detention Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 561-712-2971 for further assistance.

Do Inmates in the Palm Beach West Detention Center have Access to Tablets or Computers?

Palm Beach West Detention Center either allows, or may soon be allowing inmates access to tablets to use for the services provided by GTL (aka Viapath Technologies)

Follow the instructions below to get a tablet for your inmate at Palm Beach West Detention Center

The devices are similar to common handheld tablets, but are made exclusively by GTL and Viapath.
Tablets offer specialized content and services for inmates to use during their stay at Palm Beach West Detention Center, such as:

• Music
• Books
• Games
• Education
• News
• Radio
• Television
• Read mail and messages
• Video visits

Free services are already available for use on the device at Palm Beach West Detention Center.
Subscription services are funded separately by family and friends with deposits made into an inmate’s Debit Link account.
Palm Beach West Detention Center Inmates will then be able to purchase subscription services and premium content to enjoy.

What It Costs

To estimate costs for tablets and other services such as phone calls, sign in to your account and click “Rate & Fees Calculator” in the footer (bottom of the page), but the following gives you a general idea.

Game Center:

30-Day Subscription: $4.99, with an additional $1.00 service infrastructure charge ($5.99)

Fourteen-Day Subscription: $2.99, with an additional $0.75 service infrastructure charge ($3.74)

Seven-Day Subscription: $1.99, with an additional $0.50 service infrastructure charge ($2.49)

Unlimited eBooks:

Thirty-Day Subscription: $1.99, with an additional $1.00 service infrastructure charge ($2.99)

Fourteen-Day Subscription: $0.99, with an additional $0.75 service infrastructure charge ($1.74)

Seven-Day Subscription: $0.49, with an additional $0.50 service infrastructure charge ($0.99)

Streaming Music:

Thirty-Day Subscription: $8.99, with an additional $16.00 service infrastructure charge ($24.99)

Fourteen-Day Subscription: $5.99, with an additional $9.00 service infrastructure charge ($14.99)

Seven-Day Subscription: $2.99, with an additional $5.00 service infrastructure charge ($7.99)

Newsfeed

Thirty-Day Subscription: $3.99, with an additional $6.00 service infrastructure charge ($9.99)

Fourteen-Day Subscription: $1.99, with an additional $5.00 service infrastructure charge ($6.99)

Seven-Day Subscription: $0.99, with an additional $3.00 service infrastructure charge ($3.99)

Same Day Subscription Services

Game Center: $0.99, with an additional $0.50 service infrastructure charge ($1.49)

Unlimited eBooks: $0.25, (Total = 0.25)

Newsfeed: $0.24, with an additional $0.75 service infrastructure charge ($0.99)

FM Radio: $0.24, with an additional $0.25 service infrastructure charge ($0.49)

All Subscription and message credit pricing is subject to state and local taxes. 

Replacement Components - should your inmate break it...

Tablet: $249.99 per each

Charger: $8.99 per each

Earbuds: $2.99 per each

How to use a Tablet to Access Services at Palm Beach West Detention Center

To find out how to get access to a tablet for an inmate read the following:

1.  First, Register or Sign In to GTL / Viapath Services.

2.  In the top menu, click on 'Services', then on 'Inmate Devices & Content'.
3. All inmates have free access to the tablets to read their letters from family & friends, but there are many other services available to keep your inmate busy while incarcerated... such as Games, Books, Music and Movies. These other services come with fees that you can pay for when you pay for phone service.

To learn more about Tablet Rentals for inmates, including the cost, all the services available and everything else you need to know, check out our Tablet Rental Page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Palm Beach West Detention Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 561-712-2971 for further assistance.

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