How to Access Offender Information in Florida
You can search the Florida Department of Corrections (FDOC) database. The FDOC provides an Inmate Search tool on its website, allowing you to look up information on offenders in the Florida prison system. Here are the key points about searching the FDOC database:
FDOC Inmate Search
The FDOC offers a public Offender Search tool that allows you to search for information on:
- Current inmates in Florida state prisons
- Offenders on state supervision (probation, parole, etc.)
- Released offenders who were previously in the state system
How to Use the Search
To use the FDOC Inmate Search:
- Visit the FDOC Offender Search page
- Enter search criteria such as:
- DC Number (inmate ID)
- Name
- Race
- Sex
- Birth Date
- Release Date Range
Information Provided
The search results typically include:
- Offender’s full name
- DC Number
- Race and sex
- Date of birth
- Current status (e.g., incarcerated, supervised, released)
- Current location (if incarcerated)
- Custody level
- Sentence information
- Release date (if applicable)
Considerations
- The database is updated regularly but may not reflect real-time information
- It only includes felony offenders sentenced to state prison or supervision
- It does not include offenders in county jails or on county probation
- The FDOC advises that the information should not be relied upon for determining an offender’s actual location or release date
The FDOC website also provides other useful tools and information:
- Facility locations and information
- Visitation procedures
- Inmate mail guidelines
- Victim services
Remember that while this database is a valuable resource for finding information on offenders in the Florida state system, it’s always best to verify any urgent information directly with the FDOC or appropriate law enforcement agency.