Hamilton County Jail – Jasper, FL

Hamilton County Jail is in Hamilton County, FL and is the main correctional facility for this county. Know someone at Hamilton County Jail? This guide gives you about anything you might want to know about Hamilton County Jail: Learn how to locate an inmate. How to view Hamilton County Jail mugshots. The jail’s address and phone number. Bailing out of jail. Intake procedures and booking. Court records. And more…

The prospect of getting arrested and going to jail is a scary and daunting idea, not only for the person who gets arrested, but also their family, friends, and loved ones. This guide is meant to give you advice and information you need to make helping someone get out of jail easier. If you have questions, just ask it, and any comments or tips that might be a benefit to other people in the same situation will be appreciated.

Do you have a friend or family member that is incarcerated and need to contact them?

Do you know someone who’s been arrested and you need to find out what jail they’re in?

In order to find out who’s in jail at Hamilton County Jail you will need to click on their web site and perform an inmate search.

The Hamilton County Jail Inmate Search has information on people who have been arrested and are in custody, including custody status, bail amount, and visiting schedule. Also, you can find information for anyone who has been arrested or discharged in the last 24 hours. Inmates are listed alphabetically by last name. You’ll be able to locate their inmate information more quickly if you enter your friend or family member’s name, birth date, or inmate ID.

If the person you are looking for might be in another county jail you should look here: Florida County Jails

A mugshot, also called a jail processing photograph, is the picture that the jail takes when you are processed at the jail intake. A mugshot is actually one and a profile picture. Your name and jail ID number will be on the mugshot, and they are on file.

Mugshots of Hamilton County Jail inmates can be viewed on the Hamilton County Jail website, or you can see them at the Hamilton County Jail. When you search for mugshots on the website you will have to input the inmate’s legal name, and the arrest date, if you have it.

Are you trying to figure out what to do in order to get your mugshot taken down from the Hamilton County Jail site? This will be difficult, because the mugshot is a public record. To get your mugshot taken down you need to file a Petition to Expunge in court. This means that all of your arrest records would be sealed, so no one will be able to see them. Unfortunately, this happens very rarely.

For a more in-depth article about getting your mugshot taken down, the various mugshot sites, and the mugshot removal websites: How To Remove Your Mugshot from the Internet

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Of course, once you are in jail, your primary thought is about how to get out. After you’ve gone through the intake process, your bail amount will be set either through a preset bail schedule or a magistrate. If you don’t get a bail set this can mean that you will either be free to go until your trial, or you have to stay in jail until your trial.

If you are released from jail you are required to promise to be there for your court date, and until then you won’t be permitted to leave the area.

In most cases, an inmate are given time off in exchange for good behavior when they respect the rules and don’t cause any problems while they are in jail.

If you do exhibit good behavior and the jail believes you can be trusted, you may be allowed to do work release. You will have to go back to the jail at the end of the day after work, or you might have the chance to live in a halfway house instead of living at the jail.

Bail is the amount of money that you have to pay to the court system to be released from jail until your trial. The amount of bail that is set is determined by how serious your charges are. You will have to put up 10 percent of the total set before you can get out of jail. If you fail to show up for your scheduled court date, whoever posted your bail will lose that bail money.

To find out how much bail money you will need to bail someone out of jail will have to call the Hamilton County Jail or the County Courthouse. If you’ve got the pertinent information, like name, address and date of birth, they will be able to let you know the bail amount. Also, you can find out how much their bail is on the jail website.

Having to get someone out of jail is an unpleasant situation, but thankfully, it is easy. First of all, find out if it is a “Cash Bond Only” situation. If so, you can’t use a Bail Bondsman. They only accept cash at the jail, so you have to take cash – the jail will not accept a personal check. When you’ve paid bail, the person will be released. If this person doesn’t violate any of the terms of their release, you’ll get your money back.

If the bail amount is too high, or you just can’t afford it, you should hire a bail bondsman. Bondsmen will generally have a fee of 10 to 15 percent of the total amount of bail set by the magistrate, and sometimes with a minimum of $100. This is non-refundable and is typically cash only. If the bail is extremely high, the bondsman will in these cases request to use your assets, such as home, property or cars, as collateral for the bond in addition to their charges.

To contact a bail bondsman click here: Find a Bail Bondsman in Hamilton County

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• Get Time Off For Good Behavior
• Get Out on Work Release
• Released For Time Served
• Get Out on a Pre-Trial Release Program
• House Arrest
• Own Recognizance

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The intake process includes each of these steps:

• You will be placed in a waiting area or cell. If the jail is really busy, it will take a while to get processed.
• The first thing you will have to is you will answer a number of questions, such as your full name, home address, birth date and an emergency contact person.
• They’ll also ask you about your mental and medical history.
• You’ll be given an inmate ID number.
• You will be fingerprinted.
• They will take your mugshot.
• Any property you have will be taken away from you and stored until you are discharged.
• You will get to use the telephone to talk to a member of your family, friend, or bail bondsman.
• If you are expected to be released shortly, you might get to keep wearing street clothes, otherwise you will be given a jail uniform.

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Once you are able to post bail, you will get released from jail. Getting discharged from jail can take anywhere from 15 minutes to all day long. Or, simply, the faster you can pay your bail, the faster you will get let go. Also, how fast you get released can depend on whether or not you have a bond amount or if a magistrate needs to decide on how much your bail will be. For a minor offense, you will simply be booked and then released on your recognizance without having to pay bail. When you have served out your jail sentence and are given a discharge date, plan to get released in the morning.

If you have a, or if you need to start your sentence, it is recommended that you follow the rules and turn yourself into the authorities. If it is for a warrant, report to the jail intake area, and tell the intake officer that think that there is an outstanding arrest warrant out for you. They will check to see if you have a warrant, and if they verify that you have one, you will be taken into jail custody. If you are reporting to serve out your sentence, report on the date and time that the sentence order requires you to. Be very careful that you don’t show up late. Be sure to only bring approved items when you go to jail, like your driver’s license or your ID, any prescription medication you might take, and a official sentencing order.

The inmate have to list each visitor’s full name to the jail before anyone can visit them. Your visitor’s names will be put in a log of approved visitors for the inmate that requested the visitor. Every visitor is required to provide proof of identification. Anyone showing up late or without a visiting order will not be allowed to visit the inmate.
Jail visitation policies change often, so make sure that you double-check the jail site before you visit an inmate.

The only phone calls that inmates are allowed to make are collect calls or through a pre-paid phone account. Calls made in jail are much more expensive than regular phone calls. There is no limit to how often you can use the phone, but inmates should keep in mind that you are just one of many people who want to talk to their loved ones. If you are under any sort of disciplinary procedure, phone privileges might get reduced or forbidden.

The Hamilton County Jail phone number is: 386-792-1001

All mall sent to inmates is required to be sent via the actual US Postal Service, and not courier or delivery, or hand delivered. You can’t use any other form of delivery. You have to write or type the person’s name, prisoner number, and jail address on the outside of the letter that you send. Do not mail a package, envelope with padding, plastic bag, or an envelope with any metal in it. All mail received by the jail gets opened and read and inspected by the jail staff, and the mail will be sent back if deemed inappropriate.

Use this address when sending a letter to an inmate at Hamilton County Jail:

Hamilton County Jail
3995 County Road 51 North
Jasper, FL 32052

Here is how you should address the letter:

[INMATE’S FULL NAME]
[INMATE ID]
Hamilton County Jail
3995 County Road 51 North
Jasper, FL 32052

The Hamilton County Jail inmate mail policy is always changing, so we suggest that you review the official website before you send a letter.

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When you get arrested, you still have certain rights, and an important one is that you have the right to request an attorney. You won’t get many phone calls in jail, so it is a good idea to have a friend or relative find a lawyer when you call them. You might be thinking ‘why do I need an attorney?’ You can represent yourself if you really want to, but, an attorney will advise you about your rights, help protect your interests and help you navigate through the criminal justice system in Hamilton County. The faster you get a lawyer involved with your criminal case, the better off you’ll be.

To read more about the benefits of hiring a lawyer, go to: How to Find a Lawyer in Hamilton County

If you need an attorney, but can’t afford a lawyer, the courts will assign you a public defender, which is a free lawyer. Also, the Public Defender’s Office is staffed by private investigators, experts in forensics as well as case workers. You will be reassured to know that Public Defenders are licensed lawyers that are admitted to the Florida State Bar Association and are legally licensed to practice law in Florida.

Have you ever had to use a court appointed attorney? Are you happy with how they handled your case?

Hamilton County court records are public record and are available upon request to anyone who requests them – not just the person who they pertain to. They include a court case file containing a docket and each of the documents that have been filed. You have the ability to access the records and documents in your court case using the internet service, or by going to the Clerk of Court’s office.

The Clerk of Court is an officer and clerk of the court who manages access to court records. The Clerk of Court also administer the oath for anyone testifying in court, and read the jury’s verdict. All records related to your case are kept and available to you at Hamilton County Clerk of Court office.

Court fees and costs are the charges and fees associated with your case, such as filing fees, motion fees and various court charges. If you can’t afford to pay these fees and have a Public Defender, you may not have to pay them.

The Hamilton County magistrate is the person who presides over your case. Magistrate judges do a number of things, such as deciding a bail amount, issuing arrest warrants, and presiding over preliminary and procedural court proceedings and detention hearings.

A defendant’s pre-sentencing report is prepared to include information about your background and information about the arrestee’s life and history, which the judge will review and take into consideration when deciding on the sentence. Information and personal details will be requested from the person on trial, the defendant’s family, and if necessary the victim. Keep in mind that you should request to get your own copy of your pre-sentencing report before sentencing, and correct any inaccurate information.

After you are convicted of a crime, you will then get sentenced. The presiding judge in your case will weigh several options when determining your sentence, ranging from community service, house arrest, and probation, to incarceration in jail or prison. Depending on sentencing guidelines and the severity of your crime, you might get taken into custody immediately, or you could receive a date that you must go to jail to serve your jail time according to your sentence.

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Want to find out if somebody you know is in jail, or has ever been in jail?

You can you will have to visit the Hamilton County jail website and do an inmate search lookup, and search by:

• The inmate’s name.
• Date of birth.
• Their booking date if you know it.
• or jail ID.

If you think that they are currently in jail, you should call the jail get confirmation.

If you think you might have an outstanding warrant, you can access arrest warrants on the Hamilton County court website or you can call the jail directly. You have to have their first and last name. Or, you can just go down to the jail and ask them. You should be clear that there is an outstanding warrant for your arrest, you should be prepared to get taken into custody immediately.

If you know the person’s name, and possibly an arrest date, contact the Hamilton County jail, by phone, go there in person, or you can check online. Records of arrests are a matter of public record and this information is available to anyone.

A Civil Process is when you get served with papers, like warrants. You can access civil process orders by contacting the Hamilton County Sheriff’s office, by phone or online.

All convicted sex offenders are required to be registered and listed on a sex offender database. Those listed on these databases have been tried by jury and convicted in a court of law of a sex or kidnapping crime. You are able to view these listings online, but bear in mind that you won’t find the exact address, rather the address block of the address that they registered.

Court Records are considered public records, so they are accessible to anyone who requests them. Court Records include a case file that includes a court docket and all of the filings and documents filed in the court case. You can access the court records on their website, or at Clerk of Court in the county where the case was filed.

Each and every state maintains a record of someone’s criminal background. These databases are all linked so you can track criminal convictions from another state. You are able to go to courthouse and inquire, or you can check online. It is helpful to know the county, and in the event that the crime was in a completely different state, you may have to pay for a more intensive search.

When you look up a person’s criminal records you will get a listing of all the arrests, charges, or convictions for these crimes:

• DUI or DWI.
• Drug Possession.
• Kidnapping.
• Sexual offenses including rape, assault.
• Violent crimes like assault or murder.
• Property crimes like theft or larceny.

If you do a criminal records check, usually will not see if that person has had any infractions like moving violations:

• Tickets for speeding.
• Drivers license revoked or suspended.
• Accidents.
• Other moving violations.
• Parking Tickets.

To get this information, you must do a driving history search.

Have you ever had to look for criminal records online? Was it easy? Did you search online or did you make a phone call to the jail? Was the information you received correct? There are many reasons that people search for criminal records and backgrounds, and your account could help other people that are in the same situation.

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Most Wanted

On a Federal level, the FBI maintains a list of the Ten Most Wanted Criminals. In Hamilton County, the Hamilton County Sheriff has a list of most wanted criminals, too.

FBI Ten Most Wanted List: Link

Hamilton County Sheriff’s Department Ten Most Wanted List: Link


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Life In Jail / What Its Like

Daily Life

While the prospect of spending time in the Hamilton County jail is very scary, you will soon get used to the daily routine. All inmates get an alarm to wake up at 6am, and next they’ll do roll call. Next, you will get breakfast. After breakfast, you will be required to work in the work program that you’ve been assigned to. This could be working in the kitchen, laundry, or some sort of manufacturing job. While this may seem tedious, it may help you when you leave jail, as you are gaining experience in a certain field of work. Other inmates go to school, while some take part in mandated treatment programs. After lunch, there will be another roll call, then back to work. Your evening will be spent either in your cell or a common room. During this time dinner is served and you will be expected to take a shower. After another roll call, it’s lights out. Even though you will be confined to your cell, there may be enough light to read or write letters. Then again, most inmates welcome lights out, and try to get as much sleep as they can.

Most people are frightened at the idea of jail because they don’t know what to expect. If you have spent any time in Hamilton County Jail, your experiences would be welcomed, if it can help another person to deal with it.

Dress Code

When incarcerated, all inmates are expected to wear the Hamilton County Jail uniform. This is normally a jumpsuit or scrubs. Of note to anyone visiting an inmate – you must be properly dressed. Any clothing considered inappropriate will not be permitted.

How To Send Money to an Inmate

You will have your own ‘bank account’ while in jail. This money is used to purchase items from the Commissary. Family and friends can deposit money into this account for you, and any money you earn while in prison will also be deposited into your account. Outside money can be paid in to your account via a money order, cash or check. If someone sends a check or money order, make sure that they write your inmate ID on it. The maximum amount you are allowed in your account is $290 per month.

The process for sending funds to inmates at Hamilton County Jail might change, so it would be best to double check the site before you send funds to an inmate there.


Commissary

The commissary is the jail store. You can purchase a number of things here, such as toiletries, snacks and writing supplies. Bear in mind that you will probably want to use the commissary daily, and any infractions will get that privilege taken away from you.

Inmate Medications

If you are on any type of prescription medication, you will be allowed to continue taking it while in jail. When you are first processed, you will be asked what medication you take. You will then be referred to the jail nurse or doctor who will be in charge of monitoring your health and prescribing your medication.

Meals

You will get three meals a day: breakfast, lunch and dinner. As expected, they are very basic, but healthy. A typical breakfast might be cereal, toast, coffee and fruit. Lunch might be spaghetti, salad, bread and milk. Dinner could be chicken casserole, rice, vegetables, dessert and milk. Contrary to popular belief, prison food has greatly improved over the years, and you might find that it’s not much different from what you would eat at home.

Pods / The Yard

The jail is designed in a ‘pod’ layout, with self-contained housing arranged around an outdoor yard. Each pod has a central control station and a common room, and the inmates take turns in using the yard. The jail is designed this way to keep certain inmates together, and others away from the general population.

Gangs

As with life in general, gangs are a part of prison life. Obviously it is best to avoid becoming a part of this environment as it will only lead to trouble. When you first enter prison, you might find yourself being ‘primed’ to join a gang, or worse, you might get their attention in a negative way. The best thing to do is keep your head down and don’t get involved.


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News and Media

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Jobs

Types of Jobs at Hamilton County Jail

The Deputy Sheriff is the second in command at the Hamilton County Jail, overseeing the day to day operations and administration of the jail. An inmate is unlikely to have much interaction with the Deputy Sheriff, unless they have committed an infraction. Detention Officers are responsible for the custody and care of the inmates. They maintain order in the jail, and handle security. A Detention Officer is assigned to a certain pod, and therefore is responsible for the same inmates each day. They get to know the inmates on a certain level and are well equipped to handle any problems that may occur.

Apply for a Job at Hamilton County Jail

Requirements:

• You must be over the age of 21.
• You must possess a High School Diploma or GED
• You must be a US Citizen.
• You must pass a Criminal, Credit and Driving History background check.
• You must pass a drug test.
• You must have a good level of fitness.
• You must be in good health.
• You must have a valid Driver’s License
• An applicant for Deputy Sheriff must possess a Law Enforcement Certification.


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Family Resources

There are resources for families of both the perpetrator of the crime and the victim. The social and emotional impact of crime is far reaching, affecting many. Families can receive professional counseling, court related assistance, social services assistance and help in navigating the criminal justice system.

If you are a family member, which resources did you find to be particularly helpful? Please let us know, as this will be helpful to other families in the same situation.

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Victim Resources

Important Note: If you, or someone you know, are in immediate danger, call 911.

Victim’s Rights

The Victim Rights Act grants victims the following rights:

• Victims have the right to protection from the accused.
• Victims have the right to notification.
• Victims have the right to attend proceedings.
• Victims have the right to speak at criminal justice proceedings.
• Victims have the right to consult with the prosecuting attorney.
• Victims have the right to restitution.
• Victims have the right to a speedy trial.
• Victims have the right to be treated with fairness, dignity and respect.

The definition of victim includes:

• Spouses and children of all victims.
• Parents and guardians of minor victims.
• Parents, guardians and siblings of mentally or physically incapacitated victims or victims of homicide.
• Foster parents or other caregivers, under certain circumstances.

There are a number of services and programs designed to help victims and their families. You can find out about these services by contacting the courthouse, or local law enforcement agency.

Victim Notification

The Department of Justice Victim Notification System (VNS) is a system that provides victims with information pertaining to their case and/or any defendants in the case. You will receive a Victim Identification Number (VIN) and a Personal Identification Number (PIN) that will allow you to access VNS via the internet or by phone. Here, you will find information about future court hearings, historical court events, and detailed information about the defendant. This will include criminal charges filed, the outcome of charges, sentence imposed, custody location, projected release date and any other release information. The VNS website is updated daily. You will also receive any ongoing information by mail or email.

Have you, a family member or friend ever used the Victim Notification System? If so, was it effective? Did you get the information in a timely manner? Was the system difficult to use? We would like to hear from you, so please post any comments here.

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Sex Offender Information and Search

All people registered as sex offenders are registered on either a national or state sex offender database. The people on these databases have been convicted of a sex or kidnapping crime. You can access this information online, but bear in mind that you will not get the exact address, rather the block that they live on.

Domestic Violence

If you or someone you know is a victim of domestic violence, there are services to help you. Your county will have a Domestic Violence Services office. They provide free and confidential services, such as emergency shelter information, legal advocacy, support groups and domestic violence education. They will work to help you create a safe and violence-free life, and heal from the trauma of abuse.

Important Note: If you, or someone you know, are in immediate danger, call 911.


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Reviews

Reviews of this Jail

Have you ever been incarcerated at this jail? Do you have a friend or family member that spent time there? Have you ever visited a prisoner there?

If your answer is yes, then you should tell us about it. Tell us about your jail experience so that others will know what to expect.

Things you could put in what you write:

• Jail conditions.
• Jail, yard and pod layout and facility
• Guards and staff
• Commissary and food
• Having Visitors
• Inmates.
• Inmate safety
• Gang activity
• Inmate programs and activities


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Tell Your Story

Anyone who’s been in jail has a story to tell. Why were you locked up? Were you fairly treated? How was life in jail? Were the other inmates cool? How has this experience impacted your life?

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Send a Message to Your Cell Mate

Make some good friends in jail? Want to send a message to somebody you met when you were locked up? Then send them a message by posting a comment below.

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Links and Resources

Main Hamilton County Jail Link
Hamilton County Jail Inmate Search
Hamilton County Jail Mugshots
Hamilton County Jail Bail Amount Link

Hamilton County Jail Visitation Procedures
Hamilton County Jail Jail Mail Link
Find an inmate at Hamilton County Jail
Hamilton County Jail Warrant Inquiry Link
Hamilton County Jail Arrests
Send Money to an Inmate at Hamilton County Jail
Hamilton County Jail Jobs


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