Pinellas County Jail Bail Bonds: Inmate Search, Bond Rules and Release
Someone at Pinellas County Jail on 49th St N? Find them, check the bond, and get them released. 24/7 bondsman on the same road. Call 727.902.6383.
Quick answer: Every arrest in Pinellas County is booked at the Pinellas County Jail, 14400 49th Street North, Clearwater. Find the person in the Sheriff’s “Who’s In Jail” search, note the booking number and bond, then call a bondsman. Aftermath Bail Bonds is on the same road, at 10300 49th St N, and posts bonds 24/7 for the state-set 10% premium.
Who Gets Booked at the Pinellas County Jail
The Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office (PCSO) runs one jail for the whole county. An arrest by St. Petersburg Police, Clearwater Police, Largo Police or a sheriff’s deputy ends up here, in the Central Booking and Release area of the jail’s Central Division.
The jail has three divisions: Central (up to 1,000 inmates), South (about 1,600) and North (785 beds). Booking includes a medical screening, a photo, fingerprints, an ID card and a jail uniform. Any cash the person carries goes into their inmate account. PCSO charges most inmates a non-refundable $20 subsistence fee.
Pinellas County Inmate Search
Use the Sheriff’s official Who’s In Jail search. Get the inmate’s name, booking number and each charge and bond amount. You need these to post bond, add money or schedule a visit. You can also call Inmate Records at (727) 464-6415.
Can’t find them yet? Booking takes time. Call us at 727.902.6383 and we will check for you, free, any hour.
Pinellas County Bond Schedule: What Bond Will Be Set?
Many charges get a bond right away from the county’s uniform bond schedule. The current schedule, Administrative Order 2026-022 PI-CIR, runs through Dec 31, 2026. Some examples:
| Charge type | Scheduled bond |
|---|---|
| 2nd-degree misdemeanor | $150–$250 |
| 1st-degree misdemeanor, no force | $500 |
| 1st-degree misdemeanor, with force | $1,000 |
| DUI (no damage, no prior DUI) | $500 |
No bond until first appearance for:
- Domestic violence charges
- Violating a protective injunction
- Any new arrest while on supervised pretrial release
- DUI with property damage or a prior DUI
In those cases a judge sets the bond at first appearance. On weekdays, first appearance hearings generally begin at 8:30 a.m. at the Pinellas County Justice Center, 14250 49th St. N. On weekends and holidays an advisory judge is on duty there from 8:30 a.m. to about noon.
How to Post Bond at the Pinellas County Jail
| Surety bond (through Aftermath) | Cash bond (paid to the jail) | |
|---|---|---|
| What you pay | 10% of the bond, $100 minimum per charge | 100% of the bond |
| Refundable? | No (the premium is the bond fee) | Yes, after the case, minus unpaid court costs the Clerk may keep |
| Payment | Cash, card, payment plans | Bank check, traveler’s check or money order to “Clerk of the Circuit Court”; no personal checks; cards through AllPaid up to $2,500 per charge |
| Where | Phone or online, 24/7 | Jail Bond Counter, with valid photo ID |
For a $1,000 bond, a surety bond costs $100. A cash bond ties up the full $1,000 until the case is closed. Pinellas only accepts surety bonds from registered bonding agents, and Aftermath is one of them. If you plan to pay a cash bond in person, call Inmate Records at (727) 464-6415, or call us, to confirm the Bond Counter’s current hours before you go.
Get Someone Out of the Pinellas County Jail in 5 Steps
- Call 727.902.6383 with the person’s full name and date of birth.
- We confirm the bond for each charge, or tell you if they must wait for first appearance.
- Sign and pay by phone or with our online bail application. No office visit needed.
- We post the bond at the jail. Our office is on 49th Street North, the same road as the jail.
- Release. Inmates are called for release, change into their own clothes and get their money back. Release often comes within a few hours of posting, depending on the jail’s workload.
Picking Someone Up From the Pinellas County Jail
The jail is at 14400 49th St N, Clearwater. Before you drive over, call us or Inmate Records at (727) 464-6415 to confirm where to meet the person after release. Bring a phone charger and photo ID. If you are collecting the person’s property for them, PCSO requires a valid photo ID. Released inmates who take medication get a 3-day medication voucher, which must be filled at an authorized pharmacy within 24 hours of release.
Visiting, Calling and Sending Money
Video visitation (Smart Communications, smartinmate.com, support 727-349-1561):
- No face-to-face visits, except approved professional visits
- 4 free 30-minute sessions per week; extra time is $0.16 per minute
- Book at least 24 hours and up to 7 days ahead
- Remote visits run 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., 7 days a week
Money for commissary and calls:
- Online through ConnectNetwork (connectnetwork.com, 877-650-4249)
- Cash or card kiosks in the jail’s public lobby, up to $300 per inmate per day
- Money orders must include the inmate’s name, docket number and housing assignment
- Care packages through iCare (icaregifts.com)
Mail: Smart Communications-Pinellas County Jail, Attention To: (inmate name and ID number), P.O. Box 9204, Seminole, FL 33775-9129. Mail without the name and ID is returned.
Why Families Choose Aftermath for Pinellas County Jail Bonds
- Same road as the jail. Our Clearwater bail bonds office is at 10300 49th St N.
- 24/7, a licensed agent answers, not an answering service.
- State and federal bonds handled by one team.
- No office visit and payment plans for qualified co-signers.
- 4.9 stars from 350+ Google reviews, family-owned since 2016.
We help families across the county, including St. Pete bail bonds and Largo bail bonds clients. Facing a warrant? Read how to check for a warrant in Florida.
Pinellas County Jail FAQs
Where is the Pinellas County Jail?
At 14400 49th Street North, Clearwater, FL 33762. Inmate Records is (727) 464-6415.
How do I look up an inmate in Pinellas County?
Use the Sheriff’s Who’s In Jail search at whosinjail.pinellassheriff.gov, or call Inmate Records at (727) 464-6415.
Why can’t my loved one bond out right away?
Some charges, including domestic violence, violating an injunction and DUI with damage or a prior DUI, must wait for a judge at first appearance before a bond is set.
Can I pay a Pinellas cash bond with a credit card?
Yes, through the AllPaid program, up to $2,500 per charge. Personal checks are not accepted. A bondsman takes cards for any bond amount and offers payment plans.
How much does a bail bond cost in Pinellas County?
10% of the bond amount, with a $100 minimum per charge, set by Florida law. A $5,000 bond costs $500.
How long does release take after bond is posted?
Often a few hours, depending on the jail’s workload. The jail, not the bondsman, controls release timing.
Can I visit someone at the Pinellas County Jail?
Only by video through smartinmate.com. Inmates get four free 30-minute sessions a week.
Need Help Now? We Answer 24/7
Call 727.902.6383, 24/7. Our Clearwater office is on 49th St N, the same road as the jail.
General information, not legal advice. Jail procedures change; confirm details with PCSO.