Jails & Correctional Facilities in Miami, Florida
Find all 19 facilities in Miami. Directions, nearby hotels, visiting tips, and facility contact information for families.
Overview
Miami, Florida has 19 correctional facilities: 7 jails, 7 state prisons, 4 federal facilities, 1 other facility. This page provides visiting information, inmate lookup resources, and contact details for every facility in Miami.
Miami's correctional system falls under the Miami-Dade County Corrections and Rehabilitation Department, one of the largest county jail systems in the southeastern United States. The department operates several facilities including the Turner Guilford Knight Correctional Center (TGK) — the main intake and booking facility — along with the Metro West Detention Center and several community-based programs. Miami also hosts the Federal Detention Center (FDC Miami) in downtown.
All Facilities in Miami
Rrm Miami
Miami Dade County Boot Camp
Miami Dade County Training and Treatment Center
Miami-Dade County Metro West Detention Center
North Dade Community Corrections / Wrc
Pre-Trial Detention Center
Turner Guilford Knight Correctional Center
Women's Detention Center
Bay Point Schools - Main Campus
Everglades Correctional Institution
Everglades Re-Entry Center
Fci Miami
Fci Miami Camp
Fdc Miami
Krome North Service Processing Center
Miami Dade Regional Juvenile Detention Center
Miami North Community Release Center
Miami Youth Academy
W.i.n.g.s. for Life
Visiting Miami? What Families Need to Know
If you're traveling to Miami, Florida to visit someone at a correctional facility, this section covers everything you need to plan your trip — from getting there to finding affordable lodging nearby.
Getting There
By Car
Get driving directions to Miami via Google Maps. Most correctional facilities have free parking lots — arrive early as spaces fill up during peak visiting hours.
By Air
Search for flights on Google Flights. Budget airlines like Southwest, Frontier, and Spirit often have the lowest fares. Many facility towns are rural — you may need to fly into the nearest major city and rent a car or take a shuttle.
Where to Stay
Many families visiting correctional facilities need affordable lodging, especially for early morning visit check-ins. Here are tools to find budget-friendly options near Miami:
Tips for Families
- Book near the facility — Many visit check-ins start at 7:00 or 8:00 AM. Staying close means less stress on visit day.
- Look for extended stay hotels — If you're visiting regularly, extended stay properties (Extended Stay America, WoodSpring Suites, InTown Suites) offer weekly rates that save significantly.
- Check cancellation policies — Visits can be cancelled due to facility lockdowns. Book hotels with free cancellation when possible.
- Consider motels on major highways — National chains like Motel 6, Super 8, and Red Roof Inn offer consistent, affordable rates.
- Rural facility towns may lack hotels — If Miami is a small town, check nearby larger cities for more lodging options. A 20–30 minute drive is common for families visiting rural facilities.
Where to Eat
Plan Around Visit Schedules
- Eat before you arrive — Visiting hours are limited and check-in takes time. Have a full meal before heading to the facility.
- Vending machines inside — Most visiting areas have vending machines (coins or debit cards), but selection varies. Don't rely on them for a meal.
- Bring snacks for the road — Pack snacks and water, especially if traveling with children. No outside food is allowed inside facilities.
- Fast food is usually nearby — Chain restaurants along major roads near facilities are convenient for a quick meal before or after your visit.
- Hotels with free breakfast — If staying overnight, look for hotels that include breakfast to save on meal costs.
Visiting Tips
Arrive Early
Plan to arrive at least 30 minutes before your scheduled visit. Check-in, ID verification, and security screening take time. Late arrivals may be turned away.
Bring Only Essentials
Leave everything in your car except your government-issued photo ID and car keys. No phones, purses, bags, or wallets are allowed inside. Some facilities offer lockers.
Dress Code
Dress code rules are strictly enforced. Avoid revealing clothing, open-toed shoes, and anything resembling inmate uniforms. When in doubt, wear plain, modest clothing.
Know the Rules
Every facility has different visiting rules. Check the facility pages listed above for specific visiting hours, approved visitor requirements, and ID policies.
Visitor Approval
State prisons and federal facilities require visitors to be pre-approved. This process can take 2–6 weeks. Contact the facility well in advance of your planned visit.
Prepare for Security
You will pass through a metal detector and may be searched. Avoid belts with large buckles, excessive jewelry, or underwire bras if possible.
Staying in Touch Between Visits
Visiting in person isn't always possible. Here are the ways families stay connected with loved ones in Miami facilities between visits:
Phone Calls
Inmates can make collect or prepaid calls through the facility's phone provider (often Securus or GTL). Calls are typically 15 minutes and cost $0.14–$0.25/minute for local calls. Set up a prepaid account to save on per-call fees.
Video Visits
Many facilities offer video visitation through tablets or kiosks. Services like JPay, GTL, and Securus allow scheduled video calls from home. Availability and cost vary by facility — check each facility's page for details.
Email & Messaging
Electronic messaging through JPay or GTL's GettingOut allows you to send text messages and photos. Messages cost $0.25–$0.50 each. All messages are monitored and may take 24–48 hours to be reviewed before delivery.
Postal Mail
All facilities accept postal mail. Write the inmate's full legal name and ID number on the envelope. Letters must be on plain white paper — no stickers, drawings, perfume, or Polaroid photos. Some facilities now require mail through services like TextBehind.
Local Resources
- Miami-Dade County Facilities — View all facilities in the county
- All Florida Facilities — Browse 416 facilities statewide
- How to Visit Someone in Jail — Complete visiting guide
- How to Find Someone in Jail — Inmate lookup guide
- How Bail Bonds Work — Understanding bail, bonds, and release
Visiting Information
Miami-Dade County Jail Visiting
Visits to Miami-Dade county jails are scheduled through the GettingOut video visitation platform or by calling the facility directly. In-person visiting hours vary by facility and housing unit.
General rules:
- Valid government-issued photo ID required
- Maximum 2 adults and 2 children per visit
- Visits are 20-30 minutes depending on facility
- No cell phones, bags, or food permitted
- No revealing or provocative clothing
Remote video visits through GettingOut can be done from home via computer or smartphone and are available 7 days a week.
Inmate Search & Lookup
Miami-Dade Inmate Search
Miami-Dade County Corrections provides an online inmate search at miamidade.gov. You can search by name, booking number, or PID number. The system shows inmates at all Miami-Dade county facilities.
For Florida state prison inmates, use the Florida DOC Offender Search.
For federal inmates at FDC Miami, use the BOP Inmate Locator.
County Jails in Miami
Miami has 7 county jails operated by the county sheriff's office. County jails hold people who are awaiting trial, serving sentences of typically one year or less, or who have been recently arrested and are awaiting bail hearings.
| Miami Dade County Boot Camp | (786) 263-5810 |
| Miami Dade County Training and Treatment Center | (786) 263-5713 |
| Miami-Dade County Metro West Detention Center | (786) 263-5110 |
| North Dade Community Corrections / Wrc | — |
| Pre-Trial Detention Center | (786) 263-4110 |
| Turner Guilford Knight Correctional Center | (786) 263-5341 |
| Women's Detention Center | (786) 263-4100 |
State Prisons in Miami
Miami has 7 state prisons operated by the Florida Department of Corrections. State prisons house inmates serving sentences longer than one year for felony convictions.
| Bay Point Schools - Main Campus | — |
| Everglades Correctional Institution | (305) 228-2000 |
| Everglades Re-Entry Center | (305) 228-4400 |
| Miami Dade Regional Juvenile Detention Center | (305) 637-4500 |
| Miami North Community Release Center | (305) 470-5580 |
| Miami Youth Academy | (786) 518-3263 |
| W.i.n.g.s. for Life | (305) 256-6275 |
Federal Facilities in Miami
Miami has 4 federal facilities operated by the Bureau of Prisons (BOP). Federal prisons house individuals convicted of federal crimes. The BOP classifies facilities by security level: minimum, low, medium, high, and administrative.
| Fci Miami | (305) 259-2100 |
| Fci Miami Camp | (305) 259-2100 |
| Fdc Miami | (305) 577-0010 |
| Krome North Service Processing Center | (305) 207-2001 |
Bail & Bonds in Miami
When someone is arrested and booked into a Miami jail, a bail amount is set based on the charges and the county bail schedule. Bail can be posted in several ways:
- Cash bail — Pay the full bail amount directly to the jail. This is refunded (minus fees) when the case concludes, regardless of verdict.
- Bail bond — Pay a bail bondsman 10% of the bail amount (non-refundable). The bondsman posts the full bail on your behalf.
- Property bond — Use real property as collateral. Must be valued at 150-200% of the bail amount.
- Own recognizance (OR) — A judge may release the defendant without bail for minor charges.
Bail can typically be posted 24 hours a day at county jails. After bail is posted, release processing takes 4-12 hours depending on the facility's booking volume.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Miami has 19 correctional facilities: 7 jails, 7 state prisons, 4 federal facilities, 1 other facility.
Contact the jail directly to schedule a visit. Most Miami jails require advance reservations by phone or online. Bring a valid government-issued photo ID. Visits are typically 30 minutes with a maximum of 3 visitors.
Check the county sheriff's office website for their online inmate search tool, often called "Who's In Jail" or a booking roster. You can search by name, booking number, or date of arrest.
Bail can be posted at the jail 24/7 by cash, bail bond (10% through a bondsman), or property bond. After posting bail, release takes 4-12 hours depending on booking volume.
You must first be approved as a visitor by submitting a visitor application through the Florida Department of Corrections. Background checks take 2-6 weeks. Once approved, contact the facility to schedule your visit.
Use the Bureau of Prisons (BOP) Inmate Locator at bop.gov/inmateloc. You can search by name, BOP register number, or other identifiers for anyone in the federal prison system.
Look for budget-friendly hotels near the facility, especially for early morning visit check-ins. Extended stay hotels offer weekly rates. Search Google Hotels or Booking.com for options near Miami, Florida.
You can drive (use Google Maps for directions), take an intercity bus (Greyhound, FlixBus, or Megabus), or fly to the nearest airport. Check our directions section above for specific travel options.
Inmates make outgoing calls through the facility's phone provider (usually Securus or GTL). Set up a prepaid phone account to receive calls at lower rates. Calls are typically 15 minutes and cost $0.14-$0.25 per minute for local calls.
Many facilities now offer video visitation through JPay, GTL, or Securus platforms. Check the specific facility's page on this site to see if video visits are available and how to set up an account.
Yes. Most facilities accept deposits through services like JPay, GTL, or commissary kiosks in the lobby. County jails also accept money orders mailed to the inmate's booking account. Online deposits typically cost $3-6 in fees.
Yes. All jails and prisons accept postal mail. Address it to the inmate's full legal name and booking/inmate number at the facility's address. Letters must be on plain white paper. No stickers, drawings, perfume, or Polaroid photos.