Volusia County Correctional Facility is a medium-security county jail located at 1354 N Indian Lake Road in Daytona Beach, Florida, operated by the Volusia County Division of Corrections. With a listed capacity of approximately 595 beds, the facility houses adults arrested in Volusia County — people awaiting arraignment or trial, individuals serving short jail sentences, and those held on detainers or other judicial orders. Our directory contains more than 13,705 historical arrest and booking records associated with this facility; this figure reflects records accumulated over time and does not represent the current inmate population.
The facility can be reached at 386-254-1540, and the Division of Corrections maintains a website at www.volusia.org/services/public-protection/corrections/ with inmate search tools, visitation information, and commissary details.
About Volusia County and Its Correctional System
Volusia County is a mid-size Florida county anchored by Daytona Beach on the Atlantic coast, with a population of approximately 550,000. The county seat is DeLand, though the county's largest city and commercial center is Daytona Beach — internationally known for its racing heritage and beach tourism, but also home to a significant and active criminal justice system year-round.
The Volusia County Division of Corrections operates multiple facilities within the county, with the primary facility at the Indian Lake Road address. The Division falls under the authority of the Volusia County Sheriff's Office, which handles both law enforcement and corrections responsibilities for the unincorporated county and various municipalities.
Florida has a state imprisonment rate of approximately 371 per 100,000 residents — well above the national average. The state prison population sits near 81,027, with an additional 56,660 individuals held in county jails statewide. Volusia County accounts for a meaningful share of that county jail population, processing arrests from Daytona Beach, Deltona, Ormond Beach, Port Orange, and dozens of other communities throughout the county.
How to Find Someone Booked at Volusia County Correctional Facility
If someone you know has been arrested in Volusia County, there are several ways to locate them:
- PrisonAssist.com: Search by full name in our directory to check for records associated with Volusia County facilities.
- Volusia County online search: The Division of Corrections and the Volusia County Sheriff's Office both offer online inmate lookup tools, with bookings typically posted within a few hours of intake processing. Access this through the official corrections website.
- Phone: Call the facility directly at 386-254-1540. Have the person's full legal name and date of birth ready to help staff locate the record quickly.
Keep in mind that intake processing takes time — a booking that happened late at night or in the early hours of the morning may not appear in the online system until later that morning. If you know an arrest has occurred, and the record is not appearing, try again in 2 to 4 hours before calling.
Also note that some arrests in Volusia County may result in transfer to a state facility if the person has been sentenced to more than a year. Once transferred to the Florida Department of Corrections system, they will appear in the Florida DOC's inmate search rather than the county system.
Visitation at Volusia County Correctional Facility
Staying connected through in-person visits is one of the most meaningful things a family member can do. The Division of Corrections manages visitation at the Volusia County Correctional Facility and follows a scheduled timetable. Here is what families need to know before planning a visit:
- Visiting schedule: Visiting days and hours vary by housing unit and classification. Before making the trip, confirm the current schedule on the Division of Corrections website at www.volusia.org/services/public-protection/corrections/ or by calling 386-254-1540. Schedules can change due to lockdowns, holidays, staffing issues, or facility emergencies.
- Visitor registration: You must be on the inmate's approved visitor list to visit. First-time visitors may need to submit an application and undergo a background screening process. Confirm the registration process with the facility — it can take several days to complete.
- Photo ID: All adult visitors must present a valid government-issued photo ID. Acceptable forms typically include a driver's license, state-issued ID card, passport, or military ID. Expired IDs are generally not accepted.
- Dress code: The facility enforces a dress code during visitation. Clothing that resembles inmate uniforms (typically solid blue, orange, or khaki, the colors associated with inmate garments), clothing that is overly revealing, and clothing with offensive imagery or text are prohibited. Confirm specific restrictions before traveling — being turned away at the door is a stressful and avoidable outcome.
- Children: Minors visiting an inmate must be accompanied by an adult on the approved visitor list. Additional documentation may be required for children, such as a birth certificate. Confirm the facility's specific requirements for minor visitors in advance.
- Prohibited items: Do not bring cell phones, outside food, beverages, or personal bags into the visiting area. Small amounts of cash or a debit card may be needed for vending machines, but confirm what is permitted before your visit.
Sending mail to an Inmate at Volusia County Jail
Mail is a vital lifeline for incarcerated people and their families. It does not depend on scheduling, travel, or registration — a letter can be sent any day and typically reaches the facility within two to three days. To make sure your mail gets through:
- Address the envelope with the inmate's full committed name (the legal name used at booking — not a nickname), their booking number, and the facility address: 1354 N Indian Lake Rd, Daytona Beach, FL 32120.
- Use plain white envelopes — standard letter size. Colored envelopes, padded mailers, envelopes with decorative interiors, and oversized envelopes are frequently rejected during mailroom screening.
- Write on plain white paper. Avoid colored paper, paper with decorative borders, and any adhesive items (stickers, tape, etc.) inside the envelope.
- Photographs may be permitted within size and content guidelines — typically no larger than 4x6 inches, on standard photo paper, with no explicit content. Confirm current photo rules with the facility.
- Do not include cash, checks, or gift cards in letters — these must be sent through approved money transfer methods and will be confiscated if found in mail.
Our letter service takes care of formatting, printing, and mailing your correspondence to ensure compliance with Volusia County Correctional Facility's rules. If you are sending a letter for the first time and are unsure of the current requirements, our service handles the details so your message reaches its destination.
Phone Calls from Volusia County Jail
Outgoing phone calls from the Volusia County Correctional Facility are processed through the facility's contracted telephone carrier. How calls work:
- Inmates must set up their call list through the facility's phone system. They can typically add numbers through the phone carrier's kiosk, website, or by working with facility staff. Numbers not on the approved list cannot be called.
- Calls can be collect (charged to the receiving number) or billed to a prepaid account that family members fund through the phone carrier's website or app. Prepaid accounts are generally cheaper and more convenient than collect calls.
- All calls from county jail are recorded and monitored, except for documented attorney-client calls. Do not discuss legal strategy or anything that could be used against the person in court.
- Call lengths are typically limited to 15–30 minutes per call, with brief waits between calls if you want to reconnect.
Phone rates from county jails can be significant — particularly for families who maintain daily contact. Our discounted phone call service lowers per-minute rates, making regular communication financially manageable. No changes are needed on the inmate's end; they continue making calls normally through the facility's phone system.
Sending Money and Commissary Deposits
Adding funds to an inmate's commissary account allows them to purchase approved items from the jail's internal store — hygiene products like soap, shampoo, and toothpaste; snacks and packaged food; writing materials; stamped envelopes; and sometimes over-the-counter medications and small electronics. Commissary access is an important quality-of-life factor for anyone spending time in a county jail.
To deposit money at Volusia County Correctional Facility, check the Division of Corrections website for currently accepted platforms. Options typically include:
- Online deposits through the facility's contracted money-transfer service (accessed via the corrections website)
- Lobby kiosk deposits at the facility
- Money orders mailed to the facility's finance office (confirm exact address and format requirements first)
Allow one to two business days for deposits to appear in the inmate's account. Sending cash directly in the mail is not permitted and will result in confiscation.
Send Care Packages
Many county facilities work with approved outside vendors to allow families to send care packages — curated selections of approved food, hygiene items, or clothing. Whether Volusia County Correctional Facility accepts outside care packages, and which vendors are authorized, can change. Confirm the current policy and approved vendor list through the Division of Corrections website or by calling the facility before placing any order. Items sent through non-approved channels will be refused at intake.
Posting Bail at Volusia County
If someone has been arrested in Volusia County and bail has been set, acting quickly can mean the difference between days or weeks in jail while a case proceeds. Here is how bail works in Florida:
- First appearance: Florida law requires that an arrested person be brought before a judge within 24 hours of arrest. At this hearing, the judge reviews the charges and sets bail — or determines that the person should be held without bail for certain serious offenses.
- Bail schedule: For many lower-level charges, a preset bail schedule is in effect, meaning a person can be released immediately after processing by paying the scheduled amount — without waiting for the first appearance hearing.
- Bail bondsman: If the bail amount is more than you can pay in full, a licensed Florida bail bondsman can post a surety bond on the detainee's behalf. The bondsman's fee is typically 10% of the total bail — this premium is non-refundable, even if charges are later dropped. The bond allows the person to be released while their case proceeds through the courts.
- Conditions of release: Bail often comes with conditions — reporting requirements, no-contact orders, travel restrictions, or electronic monitoring. Violating conditions can result in immediate re-arrest and revocation of bail.
Our bail bond service connects you with licensed Volusia County bondsmen who can move quickly once a bail amount is established. Having a bondsman contact ready before the first appearance hearing can significantly accelerate the release process.
Florida's Criminal Justice System
Florida has a reputation for strict criminal enforcement. The state maintains a "truth in sentencing" approach for many offenses, requiring people to serve at least 85% of their sentence before becoming eligible for release. Florida also has mandatory minimum sentencing laws for certain drug and firearm offenses that limit judicial discretion at sentencing. Understanding these rules matters for families planning long-term support for a loved one navigating the system.
Florida does not have a parole system for most crimes committed after 1983 — releases are handled through gain-time credits administered by the Florida Department of Corrections. If your loved one's case results in a state prison sentence, they will transfer from Volusia County Correctional Facility to an intake center operated by the Florida DOC.
Reentry Resources in Volusia County
For those preparing for release from Volusia County Correctional Facility — whether after a short jail stay or as a transition point before a state sentence — connecting with local reentry resources can make a significant difference. The Volusia County government, local nonprofits, and faith-based organizations offer reentry support, including housing assistance, employment connections, and referrals for substance abuse treatment. The Division of Corrections website provides referral information for inmates nearing release.
Staying in regular contact with a loved one throughout their time at this facility — through visits, letters, and calls — not only supports their well-being but helps them stay connected to the community they will return to. We are here to make those connections as easy and affordable as possible.
Inmate service providers at Volusia County FL Correctional Facility
Like most US jails and prisons, Volusia County FL Correctional Facility relies on private companies for phone calls, video visits, money transfers, and care packages, each with its own fees and sign-up steps. Nationwide the most common providers are Securus and ViaPath (GTL) for calls and video, JPay and Access Corrections for sending money, and Access Securepak for care packages.
Not sure which company serves the Volusia County, FL, Correctional Facility? Our inmate service provider directory explains how each one works, what it charges, and how to set up an account before you pay.