Miami Beach Detention Records

Miami Beach booking records are available through Miami Beach Police Department (MBPD) / Miami-Dade Corrections. These records are created when someone is booked into custody following an arrest in the city or surrounding areas. The information typically includes personal details, charges filed, booking dates, and custody status. Access to these records is governed by Florida public records law, which ensures transparency in government operations. You can search for booking releases using the tools and links provided below. The databases are updated as arrests occur, often within an hour of booking. Most searches take just seconds to complete and provide detailed information about current and recent arrests.

Accessing Miami Beach Booking Records

Booking records for Miami Beach are processed through Miami Beach Police Department (MBPD) / Miami-Dade Corrections. When you need to find booking releases, start with the county jail system. The county handles all bookings for arrests that occur in Miami Beach.

These records are public. You can search by name, date, or case number. The database updates throughout the day as people are booked and released.

You can access official records through https://www.miamidade.gov/Apps/mdcr/inmateSearch/.

The portal shows current custody data for Miami Beach arrests.

Law Enforcement in Miami Beach

Miami Beach Police Department (MBPD) / Miami-Dade Corrections handles arrests in Miami Beach. When an arrest occurs, the individual is booked into the county detention center. The booking process creates a record that includes charges, personal information, and booking time.

The agency is located at 1100 Washington Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139. You can reach them at (305) 673-7900 (Police) / (786) 263-7000 (Corrections). For online records, visit https://www.miamibeachfl.gov/yourmbpd/.

More information is available at https://miamibeachfl.justfoia.com/publicportal.

This resource provides additional details about Miami Beach bookings.

Understanding Booking Releases

A booking release happens when someone exits custody. This can occur through bond payment, case dismissal, completion of sentence, or other legal processes. The jail updates release records as they happen.

Release records show the date and time of release. They also note the reason for release. Some records include bond amounts. Not all releases are immediate. Processing can take hours.

To find release information for someone booked in Miami Beach, search the county jail database. Enter the person's name or booking number. The system will show their current status.

Check https://www.miamidadeclerk.gov/ for detailed records.

The database includes comprehensive Miami Beach custody records.

Miami Beach Booking Search Resources

Several online tools let you search for booking releases in Miami Beach. The primary resource is the county jail system. The clerk of court also maintains criminal case records.

Use these official resources:

• https://www.miamidade.gov/Apps/mdcr/inmateSearch/
• https://miamibeachfl.justfoia.com/publicportal
• https://www.miamidadeclerk.gov/
• https://www.miamidade.gov/Apps/mdcr/inmateSearch/
• https://www.miamibeachfl.gov/yourmbpd/
• https://www.miamidadeclerk.gov/
• https://miamibeachfl.justfoia.com/publicportal
• https://www.miamibeachfl.gov/city-hall/city-clerk/public-records-request/

These databases are maintained by official agencies. They update in real time as bookings occur. You do not need to create an account to search.

Visit https://www.miamibeachfl.gov/yourmbpd/ for additional search options.

This portal offers advanced search capabilities for Miami Beach records.

What Information Is Available

Booking records for Miami Beach typically include the person's full name, age, and physical description. You'll see the arrest date and booking date. The charges are listed. Bond amounts are shown if applicable.

Some records include mugshots. Not all records have photos. The booking number is always included. You can use this number to track the case through the court system.

Release information shows when someone left custody. It notes whether they posted bond, were released on their own recognizance, or completed their sentence. Time served may be listed.

Florida Public Records Law

Florida's public records law gives citizens access to government records. This includes booking and release records. Law enforcement must make these records available upon request.

Most records are free to search online. Some agencies charge fees for copies. The law requires agencies to respond to records requests promptly. Digital records have made access easier than ever before.

There are some exceptions. Juvenile records are confidential. Certain active investigations may be exempt. But most booking records are fully public once the booking is complete.

Learn more at https://www.miamibeachfl.gov/city-hall/city-clerk/public-records-request/.

This page explains public records access in Miami Beach.

How to Request Records

You can request Miami Beach booking records online, by phone, by mail, or in person. Online searches are the fastest method. Visit the county jail website and use the inmate search tool.

For records not available online, submit a public records request. Contact Miami Beach Police Department (MBPD) / Miami-Dade Corrections at (305) 673-7900 (Police) / (786) 263-7000 (Corrections). Provide as much information as possible. Include the person's full name and approximate arrest date.

Written requests can be mailed to 1100 Washington Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139. Some agencies accept email requests. Response times vary. Simple searches may be fulfilled immediately. More complex requests can take days.

Note: Booking records are updated continuously but delays can occur during high-volume periods.