Hillsborough County Jail (Tampa, Florida)
Looking for someone who was arrested in Tampa or elsewhere in Hillsborough County? The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office operates the Orient Road Jail and Falkenburg Road Jail. Orient Road is the county's primary receiving and booking facility. Use this guide to search for an inmate, check charges and bond, determine which jail currently houses the person, arrange video visitation, send money or mail, locate court information, and understand the release process.
Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office detention system, Tampa, Florida
Someone Was Arrested in Tampa. What Should You Do?
Start with the official Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office Arrest Inquiry. The database shows people who are currently in jail and includes charges, bond amounts and booking photographs.
HCSO states that its arrest information is updated approximately every 30 minutes after information is entered into the Jail Management System.
Orient Road Jail is Hillsborough County's primary receiving facility and handles booking and processing for arrests from numerous local, state and federal law-enforcement agencies. After intake, an inmate may remain at Orient Road or be housed at Falkenburg Road Jail.
Search the inmate
Use HCSO Arrest Inquiry to determine whether the person is in county custody.
Check the booking number
Keep the booking number available for money, mail and other services.
Review charges and bond
Check current charges and the listed bond amount.
Confirm the jail
Determine whether the inmate is at Orient Road or Falkenburg Road.
Plan the next step
Find bond, visitation, phone, money, mail and court information below.
Hillsborough County Jail Inmate Search
Use the official HCSO Arrest Inquiry to find people currently held in Hillsborough County Jail.
The database includes information about current charges, bond amounts and booking photographs.
HCSO states that the system updates approximately every 30 minutes after arrest information enters its Jail Management System.
SEARCH HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY INMATES →Opens the official Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office Arrest Inquiry.
Where Are People Booked After an Arrest in Hillsborough County?
HCSO identifies Orient Road Jail as the primary receiving facility for Hillsborough County's jail system.
Orient Road Jail — Central Booking
1201 Orient Road
Tampa, FL 33619
Orient Road provides booking, processing and detention services for more than 27 law-enforcement agencies.
The facility includes Central Booking, Intake and Housing Operations, inmate property, inmate records and classification functions.
OFFICIAL DETENTION SERVICES INFORMATION →Orient Road Jail or Falkenburg Road Jail?
Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office operates two principal jail facilities. Check the inmate record before traveling or sending legal mail.
Orient Road Jail
1201 Orient Road
Tampa, FL 33619
Orient Road handles Central Booking, intake, inmate records, classification and inmate property functions.
GET DIRECTIONS →Falkenburg Road Jail
520 N. Falkenburg Road
Tampa, FL 33619
Falkenburg Road Jail is a large direct-supervision facility with a rated capacity of approximately 3,300 inmates.
GET DIRECTIONS →How to Post Bond at Hillsborough County Jail
Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office accepts cash bonds and registered surety bonds for eligible inmates.
Cash Bond or Purge Payment
HCSO states that cash bonds and purge payments must be paid in the exact amount.
Current payment methods include:
- Cash in the exact amount
- Money order
The person posting bond should have the inmate's correctly spelled name and date of birth and should bring valid identification.
Where to Post the Bond
Orient Road Jail
1201 Orient Road
Tampa, FL 33619
Hillsborough County Jail Visitation
Family and social visitation for Hillsborough County inmates is now conducted remotely by video.
Onsite Center Closed
HCSO closed its onsite Video Visitation Center on October 28, 2025. Social video visits are now conducted remotely.
9:30 a.m. – 8:45 p.m.
HCSO says video visitation is typically available during this window once an inmate has been assigned to a housing area.
Two Hours Per Week
Each inmate currently receives two hours of prescheduled no-cost video visitation each week.
How to Use Video Visitation
Hillsborough County currently uses Smart Communications for inmate communication services.
Visitors can register, schedule video visits and manage communication accounts through SmartInmate.
Video sessions may also be initiated on demand by the inmate for a fee, subject to HCSO rules and availability.
OFFICIAL VISITATION INFORMATION →How to Receive Calls From a Hillsborough County Jail Inmate
Telephone calls are outgoing only. Family and friends cannot call directly into the jail and speak to an inmate.
HCSO provides free telephone access in the Central Booking area so newly arrested people can contact family, friends or make bail arrangements.
In general-population housing, telephone service is typically available from 7:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m..
HCSO also provides each inmate some no-cost telephone service each week.
OFFICIAL INMATE PHONE INFORMATION →How to Send Money to a Hillsborough County Jail Inmate
Hillsborough County currently uses TouchPay for deposits into inmate accounts.
Online
TouchPay accepts online deposits using approved payment methods.
Lobby Kiosk
TouchPay kiosks are available in the front lobbies of both the Orient Road and Falkenburg Road jails.
Hillsborough County Jail Commissary
Commissary, also called canteen, is available to inmates housed in the Hillsborough County jail system.
Aramark Correctional Services currently operates the canteen program, and HCSO says canteen deliveries are made twice during the week.
Medical or disciplinary restrictions may prevent an inmate from ordering certain items.
iCare Packages
Family and friends can also purchase approved iCare packages.
HCSO currently limits care packages to one package per week, subject to inmate restrictions.
OFFICIAL CANTEEN INFORMATION →How to Send Mail to a Hillsborough County Jail Inmate
Hillsborough County changed its personal-mail system in October 2025. Ordinary personal inmate mail is now sent to a centralized processing facility.
Inmate Name – Inmate Booking Number
c/o Mail Processing Center
P.O. Box 9115
Seminole, FL 33775-9115
Personal inmate mail sent directly to an HCSO jail facility is currently returned to the sender.
Inmates may also send and receive electronic messages and approved photograph messages through the jail's tablet communication system.
VIEW OFFICIAL MAIL INFORMATION →Find a Hillsborough County Criminal Court Case
Jail records and court records are separate. After locating someone in the HCSO jail system, you may also need to find the criminal court case, upcoming hearing or case status.
The Hillsborough County Clerk of Court and Comptroller operates HOVER — Hillsborough Online Viewing of Electronic Records.
HOVER can search using:
- Case number
- Uniform case number
- Citation number
- Party or business name
- Date range and court type
- Court hearing lookup
When Will Someone Be Released From Hillsborough County Jail?
There is no single release time for every Hillsborough County inmate. Posting bond or receiving a court release order does not necessarily mean the person will immediately leave the jail.
What Can Affect Release?
Jail staff may need to complete several steps before release, including:
- Verifying the court or bond authorization
- Checking for other cases or holds
- Completing identification and release paperwork
- Processing inmate property
- Completing other required custody procedures
HCSO transitioned to a cashless release system, meaning funds due to a person at release may be provided through a funded debit card rather than cash.
Can't Find Someone in the Hillsborough County Jail Search?
A missing result does not necessarily mean the person was not arrested or is no longer in custody.
New booking information may still be entering the jail system. HCSO updates approximately every 30 minutes.
New arrests do not appear in general listings for 24 hours, but HCSO says you can still find the person by searching first and last name.
The person may already have posted bond, received another form of release or completed processing.
The person may have been transferred to another county, state or federal correctional system.
For current jail information, call HCSO at (813) 247-8300.
Hillsborough County Jail Tampa FAQ
How do I find someone in Hillsborough County Jail?
Use the official Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office Arrest Inquiry. It displays current jail information, charges, bond amounts and booking photos.
How often does the Hillsborough inmate search update?
HCSO states that arrest information is updated approximately every 30 minutes after information is entered into the Jail Management System.
Why isn't a recent Tampa arrest showing in the arrest list?
HCSO says new arrest records do not appear in general listings during the first 24 hours. During that period, however, you can still locate the person by searching the person's first and last name.
Where are people booked after an arrest in Hillsborough County?
Orient Road Jail is HCSO's primary receiving facility and provides booking and processing services for arrests from more than 27 law-enforcement agencies.
Where is Orient Road Jail?
Orient Road Jail is located at 1201 Orient Road, Tampa, Florida 33619.
Where is Falkenburg Road Jail?
Falkenburg Road Jail is located at 520 N. Falkenburg Road, Tampa, Florida 33619.
What is the Hillsborough County Jail phone number?
HCSO lists (813) 247-8300 for detention-facility information.
How do I check someone's bond in Hillsborough County?
Search the inmate through HCSO Arrest Inquiry. The database includes current bond amounts. Inmate Records can also be reached at (813) 247-8400.
Where do I post a cash bond?
HCSO currently directs cash bond and purge payments to Orient Road Jail, 1201 Orient Road in Tampa.
Can I use a credit card to post bond at Hillsborough County Jail?
No. HCSO currently states that credit and debit cards are not accepted for cash bonds or purge payments. Exact cash or a money order may be used.
Can I visit a Hillsborough County Jail inmate in person?
Social visitation is currently remote by video. HCSO closed its onsite Video Visitation Center on October 28, 2025. Qualified professional visitors have separate in-person procedures.
How much free video visitation does an inmate receive?
HCSO currently provides each inmate two hours of prescheduled no-cost video visitation per week.
Can an inmate receive incoming calls?
No. Hillsborough County jail telephone calls are outgoing only.
Are phone calls free during booking?
Yes. HCSO states that telephone calls are free in Central Booking so newly arrested people can make bail arrangements and contact friends or family.
How do I send money to a Hillsborough County inmate?
HCSO currently uses TouchPay. Deposits can be made online, by phone or through lobby kiosks at Orient Road and Falkenburg Road.
What is the Hillsborough TouchPay facility number?
HCSO currently lists TouchPay Facility Locator Number 233619.
Can I send a Hillsborough County inmate a care package?
Yes. HCSO currently allows approved iCare packages, generally limited to one per week and subject to inmate restrictions.
Where do I send personal mail to a Hillsborough inmate?
Personal mail currently goes to the HCSO Mail Processing Center at P.O. Box 9115, Seminole, Florida 33775-9115. Include the inmate's name and booking number.
Do I send legal mail to the same address?
No. Legal and privileged mail should be sent directly to the facility where the inmate is housed — either Orient Road Jail or Falkenburg Road Jail.
How do I find a Hillsborough County criminal case?
Use the Hillsborough Clerk's HOVER system. It can search by case number, party name, citation, court type and other criteria.
How long does release take after bond?
There is no fixed release time. Jail staff must verify the bond or court order, check for other holds, process paperwork and complete required custody procedures before release.
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Search the Hillsborough County Jail
Use the official HCSO Arrest Inquiry to check current custody, charges, bond and booking information.
Last verified: September 2026. Jail policies, schedules, addresses, phone numbers, vendors, bond procedures and visitation rules can change. Confirm important information with the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office before traveling, sending money, posting bond or making other decisions.
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