Orlando FL Arrest Records Search

Orlando police-to-court record route

Orlando Police Reports, Orange County Jail Bookings and Criminal Court Records

Use this guide when you need a fast answer after an Orlando arrest: search the current Orange County jail database, check the daily booking or first-appearance list, request an OPD arrest report, verify bond and court records, arrange video visitation, send mail or money, and find legal help.

An arrest is not a conviction. A police report, jail booking or mugshot records one stage of the process. Verify the person, current custody, filed charges and court outcome separately.

Search current Orange County inmates Search criminal court records Request an OPD arrest report

Jail data updated every 30 minutes 24-hour booking report First appearance and bond Police and court copies

Fast official contacts

Orlando Arrest, Jail and Court Quick Facts

These contacts answer different questions. Use Orange County Corrections for current custody, OPD for city police reports, the Clerk for the court case and FDLE for a Florida-wide criminal-history search.

Inmate Records: 407-836-3400

Call Orange County Corrections when the current inmate record, bond or release information is unclear.

Booking and Release Center

3855 South John Young Parkway, Orlando, FL 32839. Bond-processing windows operate around the clock.

OPD Records: 407-246-2406

Use for Orlando Police arrest reports, case reports and CAD records from incidents inside Orlando city limits.

Orange County Clerk: 407-836-2000

425 N. Orange Ave., Orlando. Criminal Division hours are currently 7:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Video Visitation: 407-836-8061

Scheduling lines are open 9:30 a.m.–8:30 p.m. The center is open daily from 9 a.m.–10 p.m.

Public Defender: 407-836-4800

435 N. Orange Avenue, Suite 400. Published hours are Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

Medical inquiry: 407-254-7561

Orange County Corrections lists this health-services inquiry line as available 24/7.

Florida VINE: 1-877-846-3435

Use for free custody-status information and available release or transfer notifications.

Jurisdiction matters: OPD holds reports for incidents inside the City of Orlando. An arrest in unincorporated Orange County may belong to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office even when the mailing address says Orlando.

Urgent first steps

Someone Was Arrested in Orlando Today: What to Do First

Do not send money from an unsolicited call or text.
Orange County Corrections warns about people falsely claiming they can arrange home confinement or bond release. Verify every payment instruction through the official jail page or published phone number.

Search the current inmate database Open the official Orange County current inmate search. Enter the last name first; the first name is optional.

Allow time for booking data to appear Orange County says the online database updates every 30 minutes after information enters its inmate-management system. A fresh arrest may still be in intake.

Confirm the correct person Match the legal name, booking number, date of birth or age, booking photograph, arresting agency, charge and admitted date.

Save the booking number The booking number is useful for jail calls, inmate mail, deposits, visitation and VINE registration.

Check the first-appearance list Use the official first-appearance page to see whether the person is listed for a judicial hearing.

Verify the bond before paying Review the inmate record and the official Orange County bond instructions. Ask about additional warrants, holds or release conditions.

Open the court case separately Search the Orange County criminal court portal for filed charges, case activity and available documents.

Contact legal counsel Call the Ninth Judicial Circuit Public Defender at 407-836-4800 if counsel may have been appointed, or use the Florida Bar referral service for private representation.

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Office routing

Which Orlando Agency Holds the Record?

Use the office that created or controls the information
What you need	Correct office	What it can confirm	What to prepare
Current Orange County jail custody	Orange County Corrections	Current custody, charges, bond amount, booking photograph and booking number.	Last name, first name and approximate booking date.
Arrest report for an incident inside Orlando	Orlando Police Department Records	OPD arrest, case and CAD records available under public-record rules.	Incident date, case number, names, location and keywords.
Sheriff report outside Orlando city jurisdiction	Orange County Sheriff’s Office Records	OCSO incident reports and records for sheriff-handled events.	Incident number, date, location and involved names.
Filed criminal case and disposition	Orange County Clerk of Courts	Case number, docket entries, charges, court events and available documents.	Legal name, date of birth or case number.
Florida statewide criminal history	Florida Department of Law Enforcement	Florida criminal-history search results available through FDLE.	Accurate identity details and the current search fee.
State prison or Florida supervision	Florida Department of Corrections	State prison, release and supervision information covered by FDC databases.	Name or FDC identifier.

Quick jurisdiction check: A City of Orlando address does not always mean OPD made the arrest. Read the arresting-agency field in the jail or court record before requesting a police report.

Official jail search

How to Search the Orange County Current Inmate Database

The Orange County Corrections search lists people currently in jail. It includes charges, bond information and booking photographs, and it removes people from the current list after release.

Open the official inmate database Go to the Orange County Current Inmate Database.

Enter the last name Last name is required. First name is optional. Start with fewer letters when the spelling is uncertain.

Review all matching results Compare full name, booking photograph, booking number, admitted date, arresting agency and charge.

Open the charge information Read every listed charge and bond entry. One booking may contain multiple cases, warrants or holds.

Save the booking number Use it when calling Inmate Records, scheduling visits, sending mail, depositing funds or registering with VINE.

Call if the information conflicts Contact Orange County Inmate Records Management at 407-836-3400.

Search Tips When No Result Appears

Try the surname without the first name.

Remove hyphens, apostrophes and suffixes.

Try a maiden, former or alternate surname.

Wait for the next 30-minute update after a new booking.

Check whether the person has already been released.

Confirm whether another Florida county made the arrest.

Use Florida DOC for state-prison custody.

Use BOP for possible federal custody.

Current-list limitation: Once a person is released, the record no longer appears in the current inmate results. For former-inmate information, contact the Corrections Custodian of Records.

Fresh arrests

Daily Orlando Bookings and First-Appearance Information

Daily booking report

The official 24-hour booking report lists people booked during the period beginning at midnight of the previous day.

Use it when you know the arrest was recent but do not know the exact name spelling. The current inmate database is more up to date.

First-appearance list

The first-appearance page publishes morning, afternoon and weekend or holiday lists.

Orange County currently lists weekday sessions at 9 a.m. or 1 p.m. and one weekend or holiday session around 11 a.m., subject to judicial operations.

What First Appearance Can Address

Booking Identity, photograph, fingerprints, property and medical screening.

Case and warrant check Charges, warrants and possible holds are reviewed.

First appearance A judge addresses the new charge and bond status.

Bond or release conditions The court may set, change or restrict release.

Release processing or continued custody The jail completes verification, property and clearance steps.

Public viewing: Orange County says weekday first-appearance proceedings can be watched from public galleries at the Booking and Release Center, excluding weekends and holidays.

Police records

How to Request an Orlando Police Arrest Report

OPD accepts online requests for arrest reports, case reports and computer-aided dispatch records. Use this route only when Orlando Police handled the incident.

Confirm that OPD was the arresting agency Read the arresting-agency field in the jail or court record. Use the Sheriff’s records process when OCSO handled the event.

Gather identifying information Prepare the incident date, OPD case number, names of involved people, location and useful keywords.

Open the official OPD request page Use the Orlando Police Department record-request instructions.

Submit the online request Follow the City of Orlando records portal and describe the exact arrest or case report needed.

Save the confirmation OPD says requesters normally receive a confirmation email, records-request number and notice of any estimated fee within two days.

Review fees before authorizing work OPD may charge when locating or copying records requires substantial staff time. The City says an estimated cost above $100 requires a deposit.

OPD Records Unit

Phone: 407-246-2406
Email: opdrecords@orlando.gov

Orlando Police Department
1250 West South Street
Orlando, FL 32805

Orange County Sheriff Records

Phone: 407-254-7280
Published hours: Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

OCSO Operations Building
2500 W. Colonial Drive
Orlando, FL 32804

Open the official OCSO records route

Local background report

OPD Background Check Versus FDLE Criminal History

Choose the correct background-record service
Service	Where to request it	Current published fee	Best use
Orlando Police background check	OPD Records Unit, 1250 W. South Street	$10	An OPD-provided local check for purposes listed by the City, including employment, housing, immigration or adoption.
FDLE Florida criminal-history search	FDLE Florida checks	$24 per public search	A Florida-wide adult criminal-history search rather than a city-only police record.
Orange County court search	My eClerk	Searching and printing many non-certified online documents is free.	Court cases, docket activity, filed charges, dispositions and available documents.
Certified court copy	Orange County Clerk record request	Depends on pages, certification and delivery.	Official copies needed for legal, licensing, immigration or administrative purposes.

OPD background-check hours: The Records Unit currently publishes in-person hours of 8 a.m.–4:45 p.m., Monday through Thursday. The City says the printed result is provided immediately; mail requests are generally returned within three business days after receipt.

Bond and release

How to Post Bond at the Orange County Jail

Orange County lists three main bond routes: payment at the Booking and Release Center, a registered bail-bond agency of your choice, or an exact-amount Western Union transfer.

Pay at the BRC

Use a money order, traveller’s check or certified or cashier’s check made payable to Clerk of the Courts.

Personal identification is required. The official page says personal checks and cash are not accepted for bond.

Use a bail-bond agency

Orange County Corrections cannot recommend a company. Verify the agency and individual license before signing a promissory note or paying a fee.

The jail says it will not call you to assist with a bond payment.

Western Union transfer

The exact bond amount is required. The current city code is ORLFLJAILCLERK.

The jail warns that confirmation may take 24–50 hours before processing.

Why Release Can Take Several Hours

Bond payment received The approved method and exact amount are checked.

Payment confirmation Electronic transfers may not process until confirmation arrives.

Warrant and hold review Staff check outstanding warrants and legal restrictions.

Property and clearance The inmate moves through final facility procedures.

Physical release Timing depends on population, staffing, meals and headcounts.

Published processing guidance: Orange County says release after bond can take up to 12 hours. Approximate no-release periods occur from 5:00–7:30 a.m. and 5:00–7:30 p.m. because of headcount and meal procedures.

Bond Checklist Before You Pay

Confirm the full legal name and booking number.

Verify the current bond amount in the inmate record.

Ask whether another charge or hold applies.

Confirm the exact acceptable payment method.

Use the correct payee wording.

Keep the receipt and transfer confirmation.

Do not trust a caller offering home confinement.

Recheck custody before travelling to pick someone up.

Court verification

How to Search Orange County Criminal Court Records

The jail record shows booking information. The Orange County Clerk record is the better source for the filed case, docket activity, hearing information and final disposition.

Open My eClerk Use the criminal case-record search.

Search by name or case number Enter the legal name carefully. Use the case number when it appears in the booking or court paperwork.

Compare identity details Match the party name, date of birth where available, filing date and case type before opening the record.

Review the docket Check charges, court events, financial entries, orders and disposition rather than relying only on the first listed allegation.

Open available documents The Clerk says online docket data is available for most cases from approximately 1990 onward, with documents available from 2009 onward for most case types.

Request a certified copy when necessary Use the official court-record request page for certified or unavailable documents.

Typical Orlando Criminal Case Route

Arrest and booking The arresting agency and jail create initial records.

First appearance The new charge and bond status are reviewed.

Arraignment The court addresses the formal charge and plea stage.

Pretrial activity Motions, discovery, hearings and negotiations may occur.

Plea or trial The case may resolve by dismissal, plea or trial.

Disposition The court record reflects the result and any sentence.

Location reminder: Felony cases are processed at the downtown Orange County Courthouse. Misdemeanor matters may be handled at other Clerk locations. Follow the location printed on the court notice.

Records and copies

Free Court Search, Certified Copies and Florida Criminal History

Do not use one database for every purpose
Your purpose	Best official source	What it covers	Important limitation
Check an Orlando booking	Orange County inmate database	Current Orange County jail custody, booking photo, charges and bond.	Released people disappear from the current list.
Read the court case	My eClerk	Orange County docket information and available non-confidential documents.	Restricted, sealed and confidential content is not public.
Buy certified court copies	Clerk record request	Specific Orange County documents and certified copies.	Copying, certification and delivery charges can apply.
Search Florida criminal history	FDLE Florida checks	Florida adult criminal-history information available through FDLE.	It is not a nationwide search and the public fee is non-refundable.
Find state prison custody	Florida DOC offender search	Florida state-prison, release and supervision databases.	It is not the first source for a new county-jail arrest.

Regulated screening: Do not use a mugshot page or this article as a consumer report for employment, housing, credit, insurance, licensing or another decision governed by screening law.

Family and friends

Orange County Jail Video Visitation Rules

Orange County currently uses video visitation. The Video Visitation Center is at 3000 39th Street in Orlando and is open every day from 9 a.m.–10 p.m., with the last session beginning at 9 p.m.

Confirm the inmate is still in custody Recheck the current inmate database and save the booking number before scheduling.

Call for the first appointment Orange County says first appointments must be scheduled at least one day ahead by calling 407-836-8061.

Receive the visitor ID Keep the unique visitor identification number provided during registration.

Use the approved scheduling system Follow the official Orange County video-visitation page for the current provider and device requirements.

Arrive or check in early In-person video visitors should arrive at least 15 minutes early with a valid driver’s license, passport, state ID or military ID.

Follow dress and conduct rules Review the official brochure and dress code. Violations can end the visit or suspend future privileges.

Visit Readiness Checklist

The inmate remains in Orange County custody.

The booking number is correct.

The visitor ID has been issued.

The visit was scheduled at least one day ahead.

A valid photo ID is ready.

Clothing follows the published dress code.

The device and connection were tested.

The visitor will check in 15 minutes early.

Current allowance: The county visitation page states that inmates are allowed three video visits per week. Facility operations can still affect availability.

Communication and support

How to Send Orlando Inmate Mail, Money and Phone Funds

Regular postal mail

Include the inmate’s full name, booking number and your complete return address.

Smart Communications/Orange County Corrections Department
Inmate full name
Booking number
P.O. Box 9101
Seminole, FL 33775-9174

Regular mail is opened, scanned and delivered through secure jail kiosks or tablets.

Money order address

Do not send a money order to the Smart Communications mail address.

Orange County Corrections
Inmate full name and booking number
Inmate Fiscal Department
P.O. Box 4970
Orlando, FL 32802-4970

Online or phone deposit

Follow the official money and property instructions.

Orange County currently lists ConnectNetwork, phone 888-428-1845, facility “Orange County FL” and site ID 196.

In-Person Account Deposit

The Booking and Release Center public lobby accepts inmate-account deposits from 7 a.m.–10 p.m., seven days a week. The official page currently lists cash, debit card, Visa and MasterCard.

Inmate Phone Calls

Use the official inmate phone-information page to open the current approved telephone provider. Orange County warns that a new phone account may take up to 24 hours to activate.

Mail and Payment Mistakes to Avoid

Do not omit the booking number.

Do not send cash or checks with regular mail.

Do not send money orders to the scanned-mail address.

Do not use an unofficial vendor link from a text.

Keep every payment confirmation number.

Recheck custody before sending funds.

Use the current mail rules for books and periodicals.

Do not send prohibited clips, discs or metal-bound items.

Mail support: Orange County lists the Smart Communications customer-care line at 888-253-5178, available 24/7 for regular and electronic mail issues.

Legal representation

How to Find a Public Defender or Criminal Lawyer in Orlando

Appointed counsel Ninth Judicial Circuit Public Defender

Call the Orange County office to confirm whether a lawyer has been appointed, obtain case-contact instructions or ask how indigency screening works.

Open the Public Defender website

Main office Orange County Courthouse

435 N. Orange Avenue, Suite 400, Orlando, FL 32801. Phone 407-836-4800. Published hours are Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

Private attorney Florida Bar Lawyer Referral

The Florida Bar referral service currently offers a 30-minute consultation for no more than $25 with a participating lawyer.

Request a Florida lawyer referral

Before hiring Check the written fee agreement

Ask who will appear in court, what work is included, whether investigators or experts cost extra and how unused retainers are handled.

Protect the case Avoid discussing evidence publicly

Jail calls and messages may be monitored. Do not discuss witnesses, evidence or defense strategy on social media or ordinary calls.

Urgent hearing Give counsel exact identifiers

Prepare the legal name, booking number, case number, first-appearance information, next hearing date and current facility.

Victim notification

Register for Orlando Jail Release and Transfer Alerts

Florida VINE is a free statewide service for custody and criminal-case information. Orange County says it covers county jails and state prisons.

Register online

Open Florida VINELink, search using the inmate’s name or booking number and select the available notification method.

Register by telephone

Call 1-877-846-3435. Toll-free support is available 24 hours a day.

Safety warning: Do not rely only on an automated notification service for personal safety. Call 911 for immediate danger and use the arresting agency or victim advocate for safety planning.

Historical records

How to Request Former-Inmate and Jail Records

The current inmate database removes a person after release. Use the Orange County Corrections public-record process when you need former-inmate information or a record not available online.

Describe the record precisely Include the legal name, booking number, incarceration dates and the exact booking, release or jail document needed.

Submit by email Send the request to OCCDRecords@ocfl.net.

Submit by telephone Call the Corrections Custodian of Records at 407-836-0321 during regular business hours.

Submit in person Visit Corrections Administration, 3723 Vision Blvd., fourth floor, Orlando, FL 32839.

Use the Clerk for court documents Jail records and court records are different. Order pleadings, orders and certified dispositions from the Clerk.

Record correction

How to Seal or Expunge an Orlando Arrest Record

Florida sealing or expungement is a legal process. Deleting a private webpage does not seal the OPD, jail, Clerk or FDLE record.

Verify the final court disposition Search My eClerk and obtain the necessary certified disposition or completion documents.

Apply to FDLE for eligibility Start with the FDLE sealing and expungement process.

Obtain the Certificate of Eligibility FDLE says this certificate is the first step for a court-ordered sealing or expungement petition. It does not itself seal the record.

Complete the Orange County packet Use the Orange County Clerk instructions.

File the required documents The Clerk currently lists the original petition, affidavit, FDLE Certificate of Eligibility and proposed sealing or expungement order.

Serve the prosecutor and arresting agency Send copies as directed and keep a complete copy for your records.

Orange County Clerk filing fee

The Clerk currently says the sealing or expungement fee starts at $42 and may increase, plus processing charges.

State Attorney assistance line

The Ninth Circuit State Attorney seal-and-expunge page lists 407-836-2492 for process questions.

Current FDLE timing: FDLE states that Certificate of Eligibility processing typically takes about 12 weeks after receipt of a complete application packet and is not expedited.

Locations and directions

Orange County Booking Center, Courthouse and OPD Map Guide

Booking and Release Center

3855 South John Young Parkway
Orlando, FL 32839

Inmate Records: 407-836-3400

Open driving directions

Orange County Courthouse

425 N. Orange Avenue
Orlando, FL 32801

Clerk phone: 407-836-2000
Criminal Division hours: 7:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Orlando Police Headquarters

1250 West South Street
Orlando, FL 32805

Records: 407-246-2406
Headquarters lobby: Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

Video Visitation Center

3000 39th Street
Orlando, FL 32839

Scheduling: 407-836-8061
Center: daily, 9 a.m.–10 p.m.

Do not mail inmate letters to a jail street address. Regular inmate mail is processed through Smart Communications, while money orders and legal mail use separate Orange County addresses.

Real problem solving

Common Orlando Arrest-Record Problems

The arrest is not online yet

Wait for another 30-minute jail update, search the surname only and call 407-836-3400 if the person remains missing.

The person disappeared from inmate search

They may have been released. Check the court case, VINE or former-inmate records rather than assuming the entire matter ended.

The booking shows OPD

Use the City of Orlando records portal for the arrest report and the Orange County Clerk for the court case.

The booking shows OCSO

Request the incident report from the Sheriff’s Records Section, not Orlando Police.

Bond was paid but release has not occurred

Allow for verification, warrant checks, headcounts, meals and release processing. Call the published jail number.

An old mugshot remains online

Verify the court disposition, complete any eligible sealing or expungement and then request correction from the private publisher.

Official resource panel

Verified Orlando Arrest, Jail and Court Links

Current inmates Orange County inmate database

Daily bookings 24-hour booking report

First appearance Morning and afternoon lists

Bond instructions Orange County bonding page

OPD arrest report Orlando Police records request

OCSO report Orange County Sheriff records

Court case search Orange County My eClerk

Court copies Request court records

Video visits Visitation instructions

Inmate mail Mail rules and addresses

Inmate deposits Money and property accounts

Florida history FDLE criminal-history checks

Public Defender Ninth Circuit Public Defender

Custody alerts Florida VINE

Seal or expunge Orange County process

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Direct answers

Orlando FL Arrest Records FAQs

How do I find someone arrested in Orlando?

Open the official Orange County current inmate database and search using the last name; first name is optional. Compare the booking photograph, booking number, arresting agency, admitted date, charges and bond. If a fresh arrest is missing, wait for another 30-minute update or call Orange County Inmate Records at 407-836-3400.

Where can I see recent Orlando jail bookings?

Use the Orange County Corrections 24-hour booking report. It lists people booked during the period beginning at midnight of the previous day. Use the current inmate database for newer information because it updates every 30 minutes.

How do I request an Orlando Police arrest report?

Use the City of Orlando OPD records-request page and provide the incident date, case number, names, location and keywords. OPD accepts online requests for arrest reports, case reports and CAD records. For help, call 407-246-2406 or email opdrecords@orlando.gov.

Does Orlando Police hold every Orange County arrest report?

No. OPD holds records for incidents handled inside its city jurisdiction. An arrest in unincorporated Orange County may belong to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office. Check the arresting-agency field before submitting a report request.

How do I check bond for an Orlando inmate?

Open the current inmate record and review every charge and bond entry. Then read the official Orange County bonding instructions and call 407-836-3400 if another hold, warrant or release condition may apply. Do not send money from an unsolicited call or text.

How long can release take after bond is paid?

Orange County Corrections says the bond-release process can take up to 12 hours because staff must confirm payment, check warrants and holds, return property and complete final clearance. Releases may pause during approximate headcount and meal periods from 5:00–7:30 a.m. and 5:00–7:30 p.m.

How do I search Orlando criminal court records?

Use the Orange County Clerk My eClerk criminal case search. Search by legal name or case number, compare the filing information and open the docket for charges, court events, orders and disposition. Call the Clerk at 407-836-2000 when a court date or location needs confirmation.

How do I schedule an Orange County jail visit?

Confirm the inmate remains in custody, then call the Video Visitation Center at 407-836-8061 to schedule the first appointment at least one day ahead. Bring valid photo identification, arrive at least 15 minutes early and follow the current dress and conduct rules.

Where do I get a Florida criminal-history check?

Use the Florida Department of Law Enforcement criminal-history service for a Florida-wide public search. The current public fee is $24 per search. Use OPD for a local Orlando Police background check and the Orange County Clerk for court cases and certified court copies.

How do I seal or expunge an Orlando arrest record?

Verify the final court disposition, apply to FDLE for a Certificate of Eligibility and then follow the Orange County Clerk sealing and expungement instructions. File the petition, affidavit, certificate and proposed order, and send copies to the prosecutor and arresting agency as directed.

Official links, numbers, addresses and procedures reviewed August 3, 2026

This page is an independent public-record navigation guide. It is not affiliated with the Orlando Police Department, Orange County Sheriff’s Office, Orange County Corrections Department, Orange County Clerk of Courts, Ninth Judicial Circuit Public Defender, Florida Department of Law Enforcement, Florida Department of Corrections, VINE, Arrests.org or another government agency.

Jail custody, bond, release timing, court schedules, fees, report availability, visitor rules, mail addresses, vendors and office hours can change. Recheck the linked official page or call the responsible office before travelling, paying, visiting or relying on time-sensitive information.

Responsible-use notice: An arrest does not prove guilt. This article is general public-record guidance, not legal advice or a consumer report.

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