Start a free Pasco County mugshot search to check incarceration photos, find out who’s jailed, and view their current status and where they’re being held.
Everyone has access to public records – including arrest records and images – through Florida’s Sunshine Law and the federal Freedom of Information Act (FOIA).
Whether you’re looking for reassurance, tracking someone or reviewing inmate records—a seamless search can deliver what you need and this resource breaks it down, step by step.
Where Can Mugshots Be Found in Pasco County Without Fees?
To find Pasco County, Florida, detainee records and photos, you can use authorized online tools from county and state agencies or third-party services to search for individuals, view police photos, and check booking details.
Your best starting point for local offender data and recent custody images is the Pasco County Sheriff’s or Corrections Office, while inmate photos and details across Florida can be tracked through the State Department of Corrections’ online databases or the Bureau of Prisons (BOP) for federal information.1, 2
These tools are helpful for finding detailed detainee information, whether locally or across the state, and the section below will highlight each search method for efficient lookups.
How To Execute a Free Pasco County Mugshot Search
In Pasco County, arrest records can be checked at no charge. Florida’s Sunshine Law mandates that incarceration records, detention photos and other documents are open to public access. Use the Pasco County Corrections’ online search tools to obtain crime and detention records with photographs.
You can use the first tool to identify individuals currently detained, and the second tool to review past arrest records.3, 4 Just search by name, birthdate or sentence date for both tools.
Enter the necessary information, and a list of matching offenders will be shown. For more details, click the ‘down arrow’ button by their name.
Doing so will reveal more personal information like age, race and gender. You’ll also see custody information such as their age at the last arrest, booking number, date and time. The latest arrest includes arrest type, date, agency, charge and report number.
To find out more about an arrest, you may submit an online public records request through the Public Records Center and you can also get assistance by reaching out to the PCSO Public Records Department, or visit their office at the address below if needed.5
Pasco County Sheriff’s Office (PCSO)
Public Records Department
20105 Central Boulevard
Land O’ Lakes, Florida 34637
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 813.235.6118
Fax: 813.235.6119
If you want to uncover other public documents like arrest warrants, criminal case information and background checks, take a look at the tutorial on retrieving free public records in Pasco County.
VINELink and other external services are valuable for arrest information — though custody photographs may not always be included.
Detainee Resources: Communication, Visits & Financial Assistance
In Pasco County, inmate services are designed to help families and friends during detention offering communication methods, visitation, commissary deposits and bail services.6
- eMessaging: You can connect with inmates via Securus Technologies, a paid email-like system, where messages and photos are reviewed by the facility; stamps are non-refundable and cost $0.25 each. You can reach their customer service at 800.844.6591 if you have any questions.
- Telephone Access: Phone calls are handled by Inmate Calling Solutions (ICS), allowing prepaid or collect calling options.
- Virtual Visitation: Visitors can arrange video calls via ICSolutions for $0.25 per minute and a maximum duration of 20 minutes. All visits are monitored, and recorded, and bookings must be made at least 17 hours in advance up to 2 weeks ahead.
- Money Deposits: Send money to inmates using your preferred method: through mobile devices, via Access Corrections, speaking with live bilingual agents at 866.345.1884 or at the lobby kiosks.
- Commissary: Choose any items from the complete Pasco County Commissary Menu and spend up to $75, plus a $7.95 shipping and handling fee and $7.95 for processing. Remember, you can only order one package per inmate each week.
For commissary-related questions, just give Trinity Commissary a call at 813.235.6053. For order concerns, MyCarePack can be reached at 866.643.9557, available Monday through Friday, from 8 AM to 5 PM. - Bail Bond: Cash bond and refunds are managed by the Pasco County Clerk & Comptroller’s Office; then, after a case is closed and fines are settled, just send in a request form with proof of ID and they’ll mail the check to the given address.7 If you need more details, give them a call at 850.595.4150.
View Recent Mugshots via Pasco County’s Main Cities
For up-to-date inmate photos, you may check with city police agencies if county records don’t show current arrests.
Jail rosters and arrest reports are not commonly available online by local police departments, so those seeking detention records and police photographs often need to go to the station and request them in person.
To retrieve police records in Port Richey, you can request them through the City Police Department’s Records Section.8 It’s advisable to do this in writing for better clarity, although you can also call at 727.816.1919. Here’s what you can expect for the costs: single-sided pages are $0.15, double-sided pages are $0.20 and if you need certified copies those are $1.00.
Submit your request to:
Port Richey Police Department
ATTN: Police Records Section
6333 Ridge Road
Port Richey, Florida 34668
Note: The Records Section is open from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday (closed on city holidays)
For those interested in police reports within Dade, the Dade City Police Department’s Records Clerk can help.9 You can reach them by email at [email protected] or by calling 352.521.1495. If you would rather, you may also contact the City Clerk’s department by phone at 352.523.5052 or by sending them a request for public records.
In Zephyrhills City, request to the City Police Department or email [email protected] directly, if you’re in need of arrest information. For any extra details, reach out by calling the number below or visiting the address:
Zephyrhills Police Department
6118 Eight St.
Zephyrhills, Florida 33542
Phone: 813.780.0050
Fax: 813.780.0059
In the next section, state and federal resources will be explained to help narrow down searches for inmate images at these levels.
Obtain Florida Prison Mugshots (State & Federal Offender Images)
Identification relies on detention images taken after arrests, and how publicly available they are differs based on county policies.
The Florida Department of Corrections (DOC) no-cost online search features allow you to access detailed information on various offender types. Check out the Inmate Population Information Search to view arrest photos of current inmates.10
You can also explore records and images of offenders who have been released, escaped or are currently under supervision as well as absconders. For even more information, you can file a public records request, or reach out to the DOC directly.11
Find federal detainees using the Bureau of Prisons’ inmate finder by their name or BOP register ID; photos aren’t shown, but you’ll find crucial details such as their custody status, facility location, and expected release date. Contact the Bureau of Prisons (BOP) with any requests for images of inmates.12
Because of the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and Florida Public Information Act, these public records are open for you to explore.13 However, using them for harassment, stalking, intimidation or professional use violates the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) and U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) regulations.
By utilizing public data and proper tools, anyone can perform a free Pasco County mugshot search and gather the necessary information.
References
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4Pasco Corrections Office. (2024). Pasco Corrections – Past Arrests. Retrieved October 08, 2024, from <https://jailinfo.pascocorrections.net/JMC/#/pastArrests>
5Pasco Sheriff’s Office. (n.d.). Public Records Center. Retrieved October 08, 2024, from <https://pascocountysheriff.govqa.us/WEBAPP/_rs/(S(z2tzun0ouyow2enn05ii1ldv))/SupportHome.aspx>
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7Pasco County Clerk & Comptroller. (2013, May 24). Cash Bond Information Sheet. Retrieved October 08, 2024, from <https://app.pascoclerk.com/pdf_docs/public-courts-forms-cash-bond-info.pdf>
8Port Richey Police Department. (n.d.). Police Records. Retrieved October 08, 2024, from <https://www.cityofportricheypolicedepartment.com/post/police-records>
9Dade City Police Department. (n.d.). Records. Retrieved October 08, 2024, from <https://www.dadecityfl.com/our_government/departments/police_department/divisions/records.php>
10Florida Department of Corrections. (2024). Inmate Population Information Search. Retrieved October 08, 2024, from <https://pubapps.fdc.myflorida.com/OffenderSearch/Search.aspx?TypeSearch=AI>
11Florida Department of Corrections. (n.d.). Citizen Services Contact Form. Retrieved October 08, 2024, from <https://share.hsforms.com/1wqLu_C7KTZGqRKauI0I8Twr5hu2>
12Federal Bureau of Prisons. (n.d.). Contact Us. Retrieved October 08, 2024, from <https://www.bop.gov/contact/>
13State of Florida Senate. (2024). Chapter 119 Section 01 – 2024 Florida Statutes. Retrieved October 08, 2024, from <https://m.flsenate.gov/statutes/119.01>