Putnam County Jail

You can search the Official Jail Inmate Roster to locate an inmate in the Putnam County Jail and see their charges, bond amount, visitation eligibility, and mugshot. For anything the roster doesn’t answer, call the jail at 386-329-0854. The state of Florida also lets you search for wanted persons in Putnam County and statewide, and search court records in participating counties.

Putnam County Jail Inmate Search

In Putnam 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 Putnam County Jail at 386-329-0854. 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 Putnam County Jail is licensed for 448 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 Putnam County facilities much longer.

Putnam County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 12,200 offenders every year.

Check out our jail photos, collected over the years.

How to post bail for a loved one in Putnam County

Once booked at Putnam County Jail in Palatka, the individual has several possible outcomes:

1. Release without posting bail, with a commitment to appear in court.
2. Remaining in custody until their court date.
3. Posting bail or bond for release. For the exact amount, call 386-329-0854.

Several payment methods are available for bail.

• Cash bonds are settled in full at the jail's bonding window or the clerk of court with cash, a cashier's check or a money order, and card payments are often available at a lobby kiosk or through an online bond vendor for a fee; bring the inmate's full name and booking number, and the jail can be reached at 386-329-0854.
• Licensed bail bondsmen in Putnam County can assist with the process.
• Many courts accept land or a house as bond collateral; the owner proves clear title and equity worth at least the bond amount, often double, with a deed and a recent tax or appraisal value, and the court that set bail approves the property.

For more details on the bail process in Putnam County, Florida, visit the Putnam County Jail Bail Information Page.

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Putnam County Jail? What is the Schedule?

Putnam County Jail ON-SITE (at the jail) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

130 Orie Griffin Blvd.
Palatka, FL 32177
386-329-0854

Schedule Video Visits online with Smart Visit

• Some on-site Visits are free.
• Remote visits cost $0.10 per minute.
• Visitation schedule subject to change.
• Inmates are allowed four 30-minute visits per week.
• You must arrive 15 minutes prior to the visit.
• A maximum of one adult and one child are allowed per an on-site video session.
• Only one infant (under 1 year of age) will be allowed per visit and will not be counted as a visitor
• All visits must be made at least 24 hours in advance.
• Any person visiting must not have been incarcerated within the past 180 days.

ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

Putnam County Jail REMOTE (at home) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

Schedule Video Visits online with Smart Inmate

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

REMOTE VISITATION SCHEDULE

Attorneys have access to their clients during the following times:

8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
1:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

• Inmates cannot be seen during mealtimes, lockdowns and emergency situations.
• Attorneys may call 386-329-0854 for questions or appointments.

Putnam County Jail uses Smart Communications for Remote Video Visitation between inmates and their loved ones.

How Video Visitation Works
SmartJailMail.com provides a two-way, real-time video visitation system which can be used to speak to your loved ones directly in their housing location within the jail.
At some locations you may also use a lobby kiosk at the facility to visit for free when scheduling a local / on-site visit.
Remote visits from home cost 50 cents per minute and are scheduled in 15 or 30 minute increments.
To schedule a video visit you must first open a Smart Communications account.

Remote Video Visits From Home
Once you are connected with an inmate you can use the visitation section of the website to schedule a visit.
Remote visits from home are billed on a credits-per-minute model and are scheduled in 15 or 30 minute blocks.

Local / On-Site Video Visits
Once you are connected with an inmate at a location where you have a visitation kiosk in the lobby, you may use the visitation section of the website to schedule a visit.
Local / on-site visits are provided free of charge.

This link explains everything you need to know about Smart Communications Video Visitation.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Putnam County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 386-329-0854 for further assistance.

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

Putnam County Jail ON-SITE (at the jail) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

130 Orie Griffin Blvd.
Palatka, FL 32177
386-329-0854

Schedule Video Visits online with Smart Visit

• Some on-site Visits are free.
• Remote visits cost $0.10 per minute.
• Visitation schedule subject to change.
• Inmates are allowed four 30-minute visits per week.
• You must arrive 15 minutes prior to the visit.
• A maximum of one adult and one child are allowed per an on-site video session.
• Only one infant (under 1 year of age) will be allowed per visit and will not be counted as a visitor
• All visits must be made at least 24 hours in advance.
• Any person visiting must not have been incarcerated within the past 180 days.

ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

Putnam County Jail REMOTE (at home) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

Schedule Video Visits online with Smart Inmate

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

REMOTE VISITATION SCHEDULE

Attorneys have access to their clients during the following times:

8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
1:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

• Inmates cannot be seen during mealtimes, lockdowns and emergency situations.
• Attorneys may call 386-329-0854 for questions or appointments.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Putnam County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 386-329-0854 for further assistance.

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Putnam County Jail?

There are five choices for putting money on an inmate's books that can be used for communication services:

1. Commissary money in the form of a money order may be mailed to:
AdvancePay Service Department
P.O. Box 911722
Denver, CO 80291-1722

2. You may use cash or credit/debit cards at any time by using the kiosk located in the front lobby.  The fee for the use of the ATM is generally $1.50 per transaction for cash and 10% fee for credit/debit cards.

3. Commissary money can also be added to an inmates account at any time using any of these methods online.

4. Cash deposits to ConnectNetwork are now available at 26,000 retail locations nationwide including Walmart, ACE, Kmart, Kroger, and more. You’ll start the payment process online in your ConnectNetwork account, then complete your transaction with cash at a participating local retail store. Plus, many of these stores are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Find a retail store near you.

5. You can call customer service 24/7 at 877-650-4249 and get instructions for depositing money over the phone using a debit or credit card.

Depositing Money in an Inmate's Commissary Account at Putnam County Jail

Whatever cash the inmate has on their person when booked into the facility will automatically deposited and credited to their account. When released any money left in the account will be returned to them in the form of a check from the Sheriff's Department or the Putnam County Jail Trust Account. There may be circumstances where the inmate can give permission to have his money released to a family member or friend.

Option 1 - Dropping Money at the Jail

• Bring money to the jail in person. 
• Either the jail personnel will process the Inmate Account payment or you will use a self-serve kiosk in the lobby that accepts cash, debit or credit cards.

Option 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.
• Never send cash. Always send a Money Order or Cashier's Check from the US Post Office, a reputable bank or Western Union.
• Make the Money Order out to the inmate and put their Inmate ID# in memo section of the Money Order.

Mail to:
130 Orie Griffin Blvd.
Palatka, FL 32177

Failure to do this properly will delay your inmate getting their account credited and may require you to have to resubmit a second money order.
Call 386-329-0854 to ask any questions about this.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Putnam County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 386-329-0854 for further assistance.

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Putnam County Jail?

How to Set up a Phone Account and Receive Calls from an Inmate in Putnam County Jail

To communicate by telephone with a Putnam County inmate, follow these instructions:

• To receive phone calls from a Putnam County inmate you MUST first open a SmartJailMail.com account.
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• Once you open an account, you may search for Putnam County inmates or detainees to connect with.
• When you locate the Putnam County inmate that you want to connect with, you can send them a connection request.
• Putnam County Jail will then need to approve the request before you can receive phone calls.

For all the information you need to receive phone calls from a Putnam County Jail inmate, including how it works, how much it costs, how often you can receive calls and when you can receive them and more, check out our Inmate Phone Page.
NOTE: Your phone calls will be monitored and stored. You may want to refrain from discussing your inmate's court case. Anything discussed on the calls may be used in your inmate's court case.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Putnam County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 386-329-0854 for further assistance.

How do I Mail an Inmate in the Putnam County Jail, and what can I send them?

Putnam County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
Check the Putnam County Jail's mail rules before sending postcards or books. It is best to only use blue or black ink. Always include your name and return address.

Envelopes
The Putnam County Jail also allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates. It is best to only use blue or black ink.

Postcards and envelopes MUST HAVE the sender's full name and return address on the envelope. 

Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Smart Communications / Putnam County
PO Box 9151
Seminole, FL 33775-9151

Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Putnam County Jail
130 Orie Griffin Blvd.
Palatka, FL 32177

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
Check the Putnam County Jail's mail rules before sending postcards or books.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Putnam County Jail standards will be disposed of.

All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Putnam County Jail
130 Orie Griffin Blvd.
Palatka, FL 32177

How to Send and Receive Secure Text and Email Messages with an Inmate in Putnam County Jail

To communicate by text or email with an Putnam County inmate, follow these instructions:

• To send or receive a message you MUST first open a SmartJailMail.com account.
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• Once you open an account, you may search for Putnam County inmates or detainees to connect with.
• When you locate the Putnam County inmate that you want to connect with, you can send them a connection request.
• Putnam County Jail will then need to approve the request before you can send messages.

For all the information you need to send and receive secure messages in the form of text or email with a Putnam County Jail 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 Putnam County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 386-329-0854 for further assistance.

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Putnam County Jail, and what can I purchase?

Putnam County Jail 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.    Putnam County Jail 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 Putnam County Jail

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

How to Send a Carepack Commissary Package Directly to an Inmate in Putnam County

To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Putnam County Jail follow these steps:

• Register here to create an account with icaregifts for Putnam County.
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• Choose Florida, then Putnam County Jail, 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 Putnam 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 Putnam 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 Putnam County Jail, as well as sending money to the inmate so that they can purchase their own items, check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Putnam County.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Putnam County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 386-329-0854 for further assistance.

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Putnam County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?

Putnam County Jail uses a secure messaging service call Smart Communications so that inmates can communicate electronically with friends and family members on the outside.

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.

• The message can be sent with postage paid and will be free to open and read for the recipient.
• Or, the message can be sent collect / "COD" for free and will be paid for by the recipient.
• To send or receive a message you MUST open a SmartJailMail.com account.
• Once you open an account, you may search for inmates, prisoners, or detainees to connect with.
• When you locate the inmate that you want to connect with, you can send them a connection request.
• They will then need to approve the request before you can send messages.
• Sending messages with SmartMail is just like sending an e-mail, except it is contained within the SmartJailMail web site. Messages can be delivered instantly or may be held for review depending on the destination facility.
• Electronic messages are delivered much more quickly than traditional paper mail to the correctional facility so you can stay connected.

More information on how to send and receive messages and photos with an inmate.

How to Send and Receive Secure Text and Email Messages with an Inmate in Putnam County Jail

To communicate by text or email with an Putnam County inmate, follow these instructions:

• To send or receive a message you MUST first open a SmartJailMail.com account.
• 
• Once you open an account, you may search for Putnam County inmates or detainees to connect with.
• When you locate the Putnam County inmate that you want to connect with, you can send them a connection request.
• Putnam County Jail will then need to approve the request before you can send messages.

For all the information you need to send and receive secure messages in the form of text or email with a Putnam County Jail 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 Putnam County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 386-329-0854 for further assistance.

Do Inmates in the Putnam County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?

Putnam County Jail Gives Inmates Access to Tablets At No Cost for Communication, Research and Entertainment

They may not be directly connected to the internet, but inmates at Putnam County Jail are provided free tablets to use within the jail that allow them to have access to the following services and information:

• 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.
• Video Visitation - Visitation may not be allowed on the Tablets.  Call Putnam County Jail at 386-329-0854 to confirm.

The availability of tablets may seem like something that inmates who are serving time do not deserve, but here are some of the benefits for inmates in Putnam County:

• Keeps inmates busy.
• The threat of losing access to tablets keeps them better behaved.
• Safer for the staff to keep inmates happy.
• Allows communication with family members.
• Educational programming.
• Legal research.
• Social programming such as anger management, substance abuse, etc.

Putnam County Jail Gives Inmates Access to Tablets At No Cost for Communication, Research and Entertainment

They may not be directly connected to the internet, but inmates at Putnam County Jail are provided free tablets to use within the jail that allow them to have access to the following services and information:

• 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.
• Video Visitation - Visitation may not be allowed on the Tablets.  Call Putnam County Jail at 386-329-0854 to confirm.

The availability of tablets may seem like something that inmates who are serving time do not deserve, but here are some of the benefits for inmates in Putnam County:

• Keeps inmates busy.
• The threat of losing access to tablets keeps them better behaved.
• Safer for the staff to keep inmates happy.
• Allows communication with family members.
• Educational programming.
• Legal research.
• Social programming such as anger management, substance abuse, etc.

For more information about Tablets and how your inmate can get one to use while he is in jail, chek out our Inmate Tablet page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Putnam County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 386-329-0854 for further assistance.

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