Seminole County Sheriff’s Office Phone Number, Address & Locations

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Seminole County Sheriff’s Office: Inmate Search, Jail, Records & Services

The Seminole County Sheriff’s Office does much more than answer patrol calls. It operates the John E. Polk Correctional Facility, handles public records, civil process, adult misdemeanor probation, offender registration, victim services, crime reporting and several public-safety programs across Seminole County.

If someone close to you has just been arrested, or you need a Sheriff report, civil-process service, fingerprinting, offender information or the correct local office, use the task-specific route below. It is faster and safer than relying on a generic directory or calling the same main number for every problem.

Official Seminole County inmate search Official SCSO website Jail & inmate services
Independent-site notice: CountySheriffsOffice.org is an independent informational website. It is not operated by the Seminole County Sheriff’s Office, Seminole County government, the Seminole County Clerk of Court, Florida Department of Law Enforcement or Florida Department of Corrections.
Important local correction: the current Seminole County Sheriff main office is at 100 Eslinger Way, Sanford, FL 32773. The John E. Polk Correctional Facility is a separate address at 211 Eslinger Way. Older directories sometimes blur these two locations together.
Quick routing guide

Which Seminole County Sheriff Service Do You Need?

Seminole County jail custody, court records, civil process, offender registration and police reports are handled through different systems. Starting in the right place can save a wasted trip across Sanford or several unnecessary phone transfers.

Seminole County Sheriff service routing
If you need…
Start here
Prepare first
Avoid this mistake
Current jail custody
SCSO CustodyPortal
Legal name or booking number
Using an old arrest page as proof of current custody
Bond or child-support purge
John E. Polk bond page
Name, DOB, booking number
Paying before checking every charge
Court date / final case result
Seminole County Clerk
Case number
Treating booking charges as the final disposition
Sheriff incident or crash record
SCSO Records Section
Case number, date and location
Requesting another city police department’s report from SCSO
Civil-process service
SCSO Civil Section
Correct court paperwork and service copy
Sending incomplete documents
Visit an inmate
Smart Communications / SCSO visitation
Approved account, QuickAccess code, photo ID
Arriving without an appointment
SCSO Main Office 100 Eslinger Way, Sanford, FL 32773 · 407-665-6650
John E. Polk Correctional Facility 211 Eslinger Way, Sanford, FL 32773 · 407-665-1200
Records Section 407-665-6690 · Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Civil Section 91 Eslinger Way · 407-665-6640
Local offices

Seminole County Sheriff Office Addresses and Phone Numbers

Seminole County Sheriff Office locations
Office
Address
Phone
Useful for
Main Office
100 Eslinger Way, Sanford, FL 32773
407-665-6650
General Sheriff services and administration
East Region
1225 East Broadway, Oviedo, FL 32765
407-665-1750
Oviedo / Geneva / Casselberry / Winter Springs region
South Region
120 W Pineview Street, Altamonte Springs, FL 32714
407-665-1705
South Seminole regional services
North Region
805 Primera Blvd, Lake Mary, FL 32746
407-665-1450
Longwood / Lake Mary / Sanford region
John E. Polk Correctional Facility
211 Eslinger Way, Sanford, FL 32773
407-665-1200
Inmate custody and jail services
After opening the official SCSO Office Locations page:
  1. Find the office closest to the community involved.
  2. Use the jail address only for correctional-facility matters.
  3. Use the regional offices for applicable local Sheriff services.
  4. Call before making a special trip if you need a service with limited hours.
Current jail custody

How to Search Seminole County Jail Inmates

The Sheriff links directly to the Seminole County CustodyPortal for current John E. Polk Correctional Facility booking information.

The search accepts fields including last name, first name, middle name, age, race, gender and booking number.

Open the official CustodyPortal. Do not begin with a paid background-check site.
Search the surname first. A broad surname search is useful when middle names or suffixes differ.
Add the first name or booking number. Narrow the results only when necessary.
Open the correct result. Compare identifying information before relying on charges or bond.
Save the booking number. You will need it for mail, deposits, bond and other jail services.
Use the Clerk for the final court result. The Sheriff’s CustodyPortal specifically warns that booking information may not reflect later State Attorney charging decisions or the outcome of the criminal case.
After opening the official Seminole County CustodyPortal:
  1. Search the last name.
  2. Add the first name if the result list is too broad.
  3. Use booking number when you already have it.
  4. Compare identifying details carefully.
  5. Write down the booking number, charges and every bond entry.
  6. Use the Seminole Clerk for final disposition.
Important bond-field detail: the CustodyPortal says a displayed bond amount of $0.00 can mean no bond is due, the person has already been released, or the person has been sentenced. It also states that if any single charge is marked no bond, the person is not bondable on that booking.
Release options

Seminole County Bond and Child-Support Purge Payments

The John E. Polk Correctional Facility publishes separate procedures for cash bonds, credit/debit bond payments, surety bonds and child-support purge payments.

Seminole County jail bond methods
Method
Current Sheriff guidance
Important detail
Credit / debit bond
GovPayNow, phone or Intake/Release window
Up to $2,500 per charge; provider service fee applies
Cash bond
Full amount of each bond
Valid photo ID required; no personal checks
Surety bond
Registered bail agent
Sheriff will not recommend a bail agent
Child-support purge
Cash, cashier’s check, money order, or qualifying card payment
No personal check or surety bond for purge payment

For card bond payments, the Sheriff currently lists bond payment location code A001X0. Have the defendant’s name, date of birth and booking number ready.

After opening the official Posting Bond / Purge page:
  1. Confirm every bond attached to the booking.
  2. Choose cash, card or registered surety bond as allowed.
  3. If paying by card, review the current provider service fee.
  4. Enter the correct booking information.
  5. For a purge, check the separate acceptable-payment rules.
  6. Do not assume one payment clears a separate no-bond charge.
Cash-bond refund warning: Florida law can require the Clerk to deduct unpaid court fees, costs or criminal penalties from a cash bond posted for a defendant. The person who posted the bond may receive only part of the money back—or none—depending on the case.
Court case verification

Check the Seminole County Court Case After the Arrest

The jail record is only the booking stage. For a filed criminal case, later charges, hearing dates and disposition, use the Seminole County Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller.

Criminal Justice Center 101 Eslinger Way, Sanford, FL 32773
Clerk main line 407-665-4300
Published court hours Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Casselberry Branch 376 Wilshire Boulevard, Casselberry, FL 32707
After opening the Seminole County Clerk court-case search:
  1. Select Criminal Cases for a criminal matter.
  2. Use the court case number when you have it.
  3. Otherwise search the defendant’s legal name carefully.
  4. Confirm you have the correct person and case.
  5. Review public case events and court information.
  6. Email or contact the Clerk when a public record you need is not available online.
Why this matters: the CustodyPortal itself says jail data provides arrest and booking information only and may not reflect the State Attorney’s charging decisions or the outcome of a criminal trial.
Family visitation

John E. Polk Correctional Facility Visitation Rules

Seminole County allows onsite video visitation and remote video visitation. Onsite visits are conducted at the main entrance visitation area and are free to the visitor and inmate.

Seminole County inmate visitation rules
Rule
Current published requirement
Scheduling
Appointment only; schedule at least 24 hours in advance
Onsite visit allowance
Two 30-minute onsite visits per day, maximum four onsite visits per week
Adult visitors
One adult visitor per scheduled visit
Children
Adult may bring up to two children; minors require parent or legal guardian
Arrival
Arrive 30 minutes before the scheduled visit
Identification
Government photo ID showing date of birth
Items allowed
ID and car keys only in visitation area
After opening the Smart Communications visitation login:
  1. Create a Smart Jail / Smart Communications account if needed.
  2. Select the correct Seminole County inmate.
  3. Choose an available visit.
  4. Complete scheduling at least 24 hours ahead.
  5. Save the QuickAccess code supplied for the visit.
  6. For an onsite visit, arrive 30 minutes early with photo ID.

FCSO says lockers are available in the lobby for prohibited personal items. The posted locker charge is 25 cents.

Late means no visit: the current Sheriff visitation rules say visitors who arrive after the scheduled session begins will not be permitted to visit.
Telephone accounts

How Seminole County Inmate Phone Calls Work

Seminole County currently uses Securus Technologies for inmate telephone accounts.

The Sheriff says account setup can take up to 24 hours, so it is useful to set up the account before expecting a newly booked inmate to call successfully.

Securus customer service 1-800-844-6591
Customer-service availability 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Incoming calls to inmates Not accepted
Serious family emergency Jail FAQ directs communication through the chaplain process
After opening the Securus friends-and-family page:
  1. Create or sign in to the account.
  2. Select the appropriate facility or inmate service.
  3. Review current rates before funding.
  4. Allow time for account activation.
  5. Use Securus customer service when an approved account is not working.
Commissary funds

How to Send Money to a Seminole County Inmate

The Sheriff currently lists several inmate-account deposit routes.

Seminole County inmate account deposit methods
Method
Current route
Useful detail
Online
AccessCorrections.com
Visa and Mastercard credit/debit cards
Phone
1-866-345-1884
Bilingual agents available 24/7
Cash walk-in
CashPayToday / ACE Cash Express
Enroll or locate an approved payment location first
Mailed money order
Secure Deposits – Seminole County, PO Box 12486, St. Louis, MO 63132
Completed Money Order Deposit Form required
Lobby kiosk
Release Control / Main Lobby
Cash, Visa and Mastercard accepted
After opening the official Inmate Accounts page:
  1. Choose online, phone, walk-in, mail or lobby deposit.
  2. Confirm the inmate’s booking information first.
  3. Review provider fees before paying.
  4. If mailing a money order, download and complete the deposit form.
  5. Keep the receipt or transaction confirmation.
Deposit finality: the Sheriff states that once funds are deposited into an inmate account, they will not be returned. Verify the inmate before completing payment.
Letters and correspondence

Use the Current Seminole County Inmate Mail Address

The current Jail and Inmates FAQ lists the following route for letters and correspondence:

Line 1 SCSO-SCH
Line 2 Inmate’s Name – Booking Number (ID Number)
Line 3 PO Box 1907
Line 4 Pinellas Park, Florida 33780

The inmate’s name and booking number must be clearly printed on the outside of the envelope or postcard.

Why old mail instructions are risky: an older Sheriff page says postal mail is no longer accepted directly at the correctional facility. The current Jail FAQ now gives the Pinellas Park correspondence address above. Use the current FAQ route instead of mailing ordinary inmate letters to 211 Eslinger Way.

Packages and books

The Sheriff says care packages are not accepted. The correctional facility also restricts packages and books brought or mailed directly to inmates. Review the live jail page before purchasing anything for delivery.

After opening the current Jail and Inmates FAQ:
  1. Copy the current mail address exactly.
  2. Add the inmate’s full name and booking number.
  3. Check the care-package restrictions.
  4. Review clothing, reading-material and hygiene-item rules.
  5. Do not assume the jail’s physical address is the correspondence address.
Pickup and release timing

Why Seminole County Jail Release Can Take Several Hours

The Sheriff’s Jail FAQ explains that release processing cannot begin until booking receives the proper paperwork authorizing release.

Court paperwork for regular court and Initial Appearance is received together rather than necessarily in the order defendants appeared before the judge.

FCSO says cash-bond, surety-bond and purge releases are processed as quickly as possible, but some releases can still take several hours because of paperwork or other circumstances.

For end-of-sentence releases, the current FAQ says people generally begin exiting shortly after 8:00 a.m., although individual circumstances can still affect timing.

Pickup tip: do not treat “released by the judge” or “bond posted” as an immediate pickup time. Wait until jail processing is complete before making a long drive or arranging transportation.
Florida public records

How to Request Seminole County Sheriff Reports and Records

The SCSO Records Section accepts public-record requests online and through several direct contact methods.

Records Section 100 Eslinger Way, Sanford, FL 32773
Phone 407-665-6690
Fax 407-665-6655
Email records@seminolesheriff.org
Published hours Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., excluding holidays
Identify the agency that created the record. A city police report is not automatically a Sheriff record.
Collect the case number when available. It is the fastest identifier for a report.
Add the date, location and involved names. This helps staff identify the correct incident.
Choose online, in-person, phone, fax, email or mail. Use the current Records Section instructions.
Ask about cost before requesting a large production. Printing or extensive requests can involve fees.
After opening the official SCSO Public Records page:
  1. Choose the online Public Records option or another listed submission route.
  2. Describe the specific report or record.
  3. Include the SCSO case number when known.
  4. Provide enough date/location information to identify the event.
  5. Check whether printing or other fees apply.
Sheriff service of process

Seminole County Civil Process Fees and Required Documents

Civil Section 91 Eslinger Way, Sanford, FL 32773
Phone 407-665-6640
Fax 407-665-6704
Hours Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

The Civil Section says documents submitted with incorrect paperwork will be returned. It also states that SCSO does not serve out-of-state non-enforceable civil process; a certified process server must be used for that situation.

Seminole County Sheriff civil process fees
Service
Published fee
Summons / subpoena
$40
Writ of garnishment
$40
Distress writ
$40
Writ of replevin
$90
Writ of possession
$90
Execution — real property / stocks
$900 per parcel
Execution — automobile
$2,200 per vehicle
Execution — tractor / trailer
$2,500 per vehicle

The current page says accepted payment methods include cash, money order, cashier’s check, credit/debit card and business checks from attorneys. Personal checks are not accepted.

After opening the official Civil Process page:
  1. Identify the exact type of process.
  2. Prepare the original/certified or e-filed court copy.
  3. Add the service copy.
  4. Attach the complaint, petition or other supporting documents where required.
  5. Check the current service fee.
  6. Include an email or stamped envelope if you need a return-of-service copy.
Non-emergency reports

When You Can File a Seminole County Sheriff Report Online

The SCSO Citizens Online Reporting System is designed for limited non-emergency situations.

The Sheriff asks users to confirm all of the following before filing online:

  • The situation is not an emergency.
  • The incident occurred within SCSO jurisdiction.
  • There are no known suspects.
  • The incident did not occur on a state highway.

After a qualifying online report is submitted, the system provides a case number and a printable report copy. The Sheriff says submitted cases are reviewed and staff may contact the reporting person if further investigation is needed.

After opening the SCSO Online Reporting page:
  1. Confirm the event is not an emergency.
  2. Confirm it occurred in SCSO jurisdiction.
  3. Confirm there is no known suspect.
  4. Confirm it did not happen on a state highway.
  5. Select the incident type offered by the Sheriff.
  6. Save the resulting police-report case number.
Do not use online reporting for immediate danger. For a crime in progress, threat to life or other emergency, call 911.
Local crime information

Seminole County Crime Maps Have an Important Jurisdiction Limit

SCSO publishes monthly Part I crime maps, but the maps cover incidents reported to the Sheriff’s Office and are limited to unincorporated Seminole County.

That means a city-police incident in Sanford, Altamonte Springs, Casselberry, Oviedo, Lake Mary, Longwood or Winter Springs may not be represented in the Sheriff’s unincorporated-county crime map.

After opening the SCSO Crime Maps page:
  1. Select the month you want to review.
  2. Remember that the map covers Sheriff-reported unincorporated-county incidents.
  3. Use the map for general patterns rather than a complete criminal-history search.
  4. Submit a public-record request when you need details about a specific call or offense.
Public fingerprint service

Seminole County Sheriff Fingerprinting

The Sheriff’s currently posted fingerprinting page says public fingerprinting is by appointment only at the main office, 100 Eslinger Way.

The page states the service is offered on Mondays and Thursdays, excluding holidays, and is limited to Seminole County residents or employees of Seminole County businesses.

Seminole County Sheriff fingerprint fees
Service
Posted fee
Bring
Concealed-weapon fingerprints
$5
Valid ID and required paperwork
Other fingerprint cards/transmissions
$5 plus tax
Valid ID and ORI/submission information

The page warns that ACHA applicants are not fingerprinted at this facility.

Call or check before booking: the public fingerprinting page itself was last marked updated in 2022. Use the Sheriff’s appointment calendar or Human Resources at 407-665-6621 to confirm the current schedule and fee before travelling.
Offender registration

Registered Felons and Sex Offender Registration

SCSO maintains local registered-felon information and handles Seminole County sex-offender and sexual-predator registration responsibilities.

Registered felons

The Sheriff’s searchable registered-felon database explains that it is intended to help the public access registration information and should not be used as the sole basis for legal action against an individual.

After opening the SCSO Registered Felons search:
  1. Search by name, street, city or ZIP when appropriate.
  2. Read the Sheriff’s limitations before relying on the result.
  3. Contact FDLE when you need additional charge information.
  4. Call Felon Registration at 407-665-6725 when the local search is not working.

Sex offender / predator registration

For a person registering in Seminole County for the first time, the Sheriff instructs the registrant to call 407-665-6725 and make an appointment.

After opening the Seminole County Sex Offender Registration page:
  1. Read the registration requirements.
  2. Call for a first-time registration appointment.
  3. Download the registration form if you want to complete it in advance.
  4. Review the local residency and mobility restrictions linked by the Sheriff.
Victim assistance

Seminole County Sheriff Victim Services

SCSO’s Victim Services Section assists victims of violent crime and other traumatic events with crisis intervention, referrals and victim-compensation guidance.

The Sheriff says victim advocates have 24-hour, seven-day availability through its Communications Center.

Normal office-hour questions 407-665-6922
After-hours advocate Call 407-665-6650 and request the on-duty Victim Advocate
After opening the SCSO Victim Rights page:
  1. Review the services available to crime victims.
  2. Use the Sheriff contact for short-term crisis assistance.
  3. Ask about community-agency referrals.
  4. Ask about Florida Victim Compensation when relevant.
  5. Use 911 instead of waiting for an advocate when there is immediate danger.
Sheriff-operated supervision

Adult Misdemeanor Probation and Pre-Trial Diversion

Seminole County Sheriff’s Office also operates Adult Misdemeanor Probation and Pre-Trial Diversion services.

Probation questions 407-665-4603
North Region Probation 805 Primera Blvd, Lake Mary, FL 32746
South Region Probation 120 W Pineview Street, Altamonte Springs, FL 32714
Published office hours Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

The probation division also administers court-ordered community service, electronic monitoring and related supervision requirements.

After opening the official Adult Misdemeanor Probation page:
  1. Choose the probation or pre-trial service you need.
  2. Find your probation officer when already assigned.
  3. Use the written monthly-report or travel-permit tools when applicable.
  4. Review approved treatment-provider information when ordered by the court.
  5. Contact the probation division rather than the jail for supervision questions.
Local practical tips

Small Seminole County Details That Prevent Big Mistakes

  • Do not confuse 100 and 211 Eslinger Way. The Sheriff main office and John E. Polk Correctional Facility are separate buildings.
  • Save the booking number immediately. It is used for jail mail, deposits and bond-related tasks.
  • A $0.00 bond does not automatically mean “free to leave.” Read every charge and status line.
  • Do not mail ordinary inmate letters to the jail’s physical address. Use the current correspondence route listed in the Jail FAQ.
  • Do not arrive late for visitation. The Sheriff’s rules say late visitors lose that visit.
  • Use SCSO crime maps only for their intended geography. They show Sheriff-reported Part I crime in unincorporated Seminole County.
  • Check which agency made the report. City police departments maintain their own incident records.
  • Do not pay a random caller claiming to clear a warrant or jail problem. Verify payment through the official Sheriff, Clerk or provider route.
  • A released inmate can still have an active court case. Switch from the jail search to the Clerk’s criminal case system.
  • For a fresh arrest, give booking time to work. Identity verification, medical screening and database updates do not always happen simultaneously.
10 practical questions

Seminole County Sheriff Office FAQs

What is the Seminole County Sheriff’s Office phone number?

The Sheriff’s main and non-emergency number is 407-665-6650. For emergencies, call 911. John E. Polk Correctional Facility is listed at 407-665-1200.

What is the Seminole County Sheriff’s Office address?

The main Sheriff’s Office is at 100 Eslinger Way, Sanford, FL 32773. The John E. Polk Correctional Facility is nearby but separate at 211 Eslinger Way.

How do I search for a Seminole County inmate?

Use the official Seminole County CustodyPortal linked by the Sheriff. Search by last name, first name or booking number, then verify the correct person and save the booking number.

How do I bond someone out of John E. Polk Correctional Facility?

The Sheriff accepts qualifying cash, credit/debit and surety bonds. Card payments up to $2,500 per charge are currently offered through the Sheriff’s listed GovPayNow route. Check every charge before paying because a no-bond charge prevents release.

How do I visit someone in Seminole County Jail?

Set up the visit through Smart Communications at least 24 hours in advance. Onsite visitors must arrive 30 minutes early with government photo ID. Current rules allow up to two 30-minute onsite visits per day and four onsite visits per week per inmate.

How do I send money to a Seminole County inmate?

The Sheriff currently lists AccessCorrections online deposits, telephone deposits at 1-866-345-1884, approved cash walk-in providers, mailed money orders with the required deposit form, and jail-lobby kiosks.

What address should I use for Seminole County inmate mail?

The current Jail FAQ says to address correspondence to SCSO-SCH, followed by the inmate’s name and booking number, PO Box 1907, Pinellas Park, FL 33780. Do not use the jail’s physical address for ordinary personal correspondence unless the Sheriff changes its instructions.

How do I request a Seminole County Sheriff report?

Use the SCSO Public Records system or contact the Records Section at 100 Eslinger Way, 407-665-6690, records@seminolesheriff.org. Provide the case number, date and location whenever possible.

How much does Seminole County Sheriff civil process cost?

The current Sheriff page lists $40 for summonses, subpoenas, garnishments and distress writs; $90 for writs of replevin and possession; and larger advance deposits for execution levies. Verify the current fee before submitting papers.

Where do I check the criminal court case after a Seminole County arrest?

Use the Seminole County Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller’s criminal case search. The Clerk’s Criminal Justice Center is at 101 Eslinger Way in Sanford and the main phone number is 407-665-4300.

Official-source directory

Official Seminole County Sheriff and Court Resources

Seminole County Sheriff’s Office

Main official Sheriff website and service directory.

Open official SCSO website
Current inmate search

Official Seminole County CustodyPortal.

Open current inmate search
Correctional Facility & Probation

Central hub for bond, visitation, accounts, mail, telephone and jail FAQs.

Open jail services
Seminole County Clerk criminal case search

Public court cases and case events after booking.

Open Clerk case search
SCSO Public Records

Sheriff incident, crash and other public-record request options.

Open Public Records information
SCSO Civil Process

Required documents, fees, levy information and process-server resources.

Open Civil Process page
SCSO Online Reporting

Eligible non-emergency online reports and House Watch / traffic complaint options.

Open Online Reporting
Adult Misdemeanor Probation

Probation, pre-trial diversion, community service and monitoring resources.

Open Probation services

Editorial review: this Seminole County, Florida guide was rebuilt using current Seminole County Sheriff, Seminole County Clerk and provider resources reviewed September 27, 2026.

Freshness: custody, bond, visitation, provider fees, phone systems, mail addresses, civil-process fees, office hours and court information can change. Recheck the responsible official page immediately before paying, travelling, filing or mailing.

Legal and records notice: an arrest or jail entry is not a conviction. Booking information can differ from later charging decisions and final court disposition. Juvenile, sealed, expunged, confidential and otherwise exempt records may not be publicly available.

FCRA notice: do not use this page, a jail roster or basic public-record result as a substitute for a legally compliant consumer report when making employment, housing, credit, insurance or another eligibility decision governed by the Fair Credit Reporting Act or similar law.

For immediate danger, a crime in progress, fire or a medical emergency, call 911.

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