Monroe County Jail Roster 2026

1. What Is the Monroe County Jail Roster?

The Monroe County Jail roster is an official, publicly accessible list of all individuals currently incarcerated in Monroe County detention facilities across the Florida Keys. Maintained by the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO), this roster provides real-time information about inmates held at the Key West Jail (Stock Island), the Plantation Key Detention Center, and the Marathon Detention Center.

The roster is published online at https://www.keysso.net/jailog and is updated multiple times per day as new bookings are processed and inmates are released. The page displays a timestamp showing the exact date and time of the last data refresh, giving you confidence that the information is current.

Under Florida Statute Chapter 119 — known as the “Sunshine Law” — jail rosters and inmate information are classified as public records. This means anyone can access the Monroe County Jail roster at any time, without creating an account, paying a fee, or providing identification. The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office, led by Sheriff Rick Ramsay since 2012, prioritizes public transparency and maintains one of only 38 “Triple Crown” accredited sheriff’s offices nationwide.

In addition to the current inmates roster, the MCSO also provides an arrest history search tool at https://www.keysso.net/arrestQintro and a current arrests page with booking photographs at https://www.keysso.net/arrests. Together, these three official tools give you complete access to Monroe County inmate and arrest data.

2. How to Search the Jail Roster — Step by Step

Method 1: Browse the Full Current Inmates Roster

Method 2: Search by Name Using Arrest History Tool

Method 3: Call the Jail Records Line

3. Live Jail Roster — Current Inmates Portal

Below is the official Monroe County Sheriff’s Office current inmates log embedded directly. This roster shows every individual currently held across all Monroe County detention facilities:

4. What Information Does the Roster Show?

Each entry on the Monroe County Jail roster contains detailed booking and custody information. Here is a breakdown of every field you will see on a typical roster entry:

MCJ# (Booking Number): A unique identifier assigned to each inmate when they are booked into the system. This number is essential for sending money, mail, and scheduling visits.

Name: The inmate’s full legal name as recorded during booking (last name, first name).

Sex & Race: Gender (M or F) and race classification as recorded during the booking process.

Custody Date & Time: The exact date and time the individual was taken into custody.

Classification: Whether the inmate is “Sentenced” (convicted and serving time) or “Unsentenced” (awaiting trial, pending charges, or held on bond).

Charges: A detailed list of criminal charges with Florida statute numbers, charge descriptions, and reference codes. Each charge is listed individually with its corresponding statute (e.g., “PL 316.193 — DUI Influence of Alcohol” or “PL 893.13.6a — Controlled Substance Without Prescription”).

Bond & Bail Amounts: The bond amount set for each individual charge and the total cumulative bond required for release.

Arresting Agency (ARR AGY): The law enforcement agency that made the arrest — this could be MSO (Monroe County Sheriff’s Office), KWPD (Key West Police Department), FHP (Florida Highway Patrol), FWC (Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission), USCG (Coast Guard), or other agencies.

Court Information: The assigned judge, next court date, and court location within the 16th Judicial Circuit.

Expected Release (EXP Rls): If available, the projected release date for sentenced inmates.

5. Monroe County Detention Facilities

The jail roster covers all three Monroe County detention facilities. Understanding which facility houses which inmates helps when planning visits, sending mail, or depositing funds.

Facility	Address	Phone	Capacity
Key West Jail (Stock Island)	5501 College Road, Key West, FL 33040	(305) 293-7300	596 beds
Plantation Key Detention	53 High Point Road, Plantation Key, FL 33037	(305) 853-3266	108 beds
Marathon Detention Center	3981 Ocean Terrace, Marathon, FL 33050	(305) 289-2420	Variable

6. Understanding Charges & Bond Amounts

The Monroe County Jail roster displays charges using Florida statute numbers and abbreviated descriptions. Here are the most common charges you will encounter on the roster, along with what they mean and typical bond ranges:

316.193 — DUI: Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. First-offense DUI is typically a misdemeanor with bond ranging from $500 to $2,500. Enhanced penalties apply for refusal to submit to testing (316.1939) or prior offenses.

893.13 — Drug Possession/Sale: Covers possession of cocaine, methamphetamine, marijuana (over 20g), and other controlled substances. Bond amounts vary widely from $5,000 for simple possession to $100,000+ for trafficking or intent to distribute.

784.03 — Battery: Simple battery (misdemeanor). When involving a domestic partner, carries mandatory arrest under Florida’s domestic violence statute. Typical bond $1,000 to $5,000.

812.014 — Theft: Covers petit theft (under $750, misdemeanor) through grand theft first degree ($100,000+, felony). Third-conviction petit theft is elevated to a felony under Florida law.

948.06 — Violation of Probation (VOP): One of the most common entries on the roster. VOP arrests often carry no bond or very high bonds because the inmate has already violated a court-imposed condition of release.

843.15 — Failure to Appear (FTA): Arrested on a warrant for failing to appear at a scheduled court date. Bond is typically set by the issuing judge.

810.02 — Burglary: Entering an occupied or unoccupied structure with intent to commit an offense. Felony charges with bonds typically $10,000 to $50,000+.

901.15.4 — Out-of-County Warrant: Arrested in Monroe County on a warrant from another Florida county or state. These inmates are held until the originating jurisdiction picks them up or extradites.

7. Recent Arrests & Mugshots

In addition to the current inmates roster, the MCSO publishes a separate “Current Arrests” page that shows recent bookings with mugshot photographs. While the jail roster at keysso.net/jailog focuses on who is currently in custody, the arrests page at https://www.keysso.net/arrests shows recent arrest details including booking photos.

The two tools serve different purposes: the roster tells you who is in jail right now, while the arrests page shows who was recently arrested (including people who may have already bonded out and been released). Use both tools together for the most complete picture.

8. How to Check Release Status

If someone you are looking for no longer appears on the Monroe County Jail roster, they have likely been released from custody. Here is how to verify their release status:

9. How to Post Bail for an Inmate

To get someone released from Monroe County Jail, you need to post the bond amount listed on their roster entry. Here are your options:

Cash Bond: Pay the full bond amount at the jail facility where the inmate is housed. Cash bonds are refundable (minus fees) if the inmate attends all court appearances.

Bail Bondsman: Contact a licensed bail bond company serving Monroe County. You pay a non-refundable fee (typically 10% of the total bond amount), and the bondsman posts the full bond. Several companies operate 24/7 throughout the Keys, including Key West, Marathon, and Key Largo.

ROR (Release on Own Recognizance): For minor offenses, a judge may order release without financial bond at the first appearance hearing.

10. Visitation & Contact an Inmate

Monroe County Jail uses video visitation exclusively — there are no traditional face-to-face visits. All visits are conducted through video kiosks (onsite) or webcam-enabled devices (remote).

Onsite Visits: Come to the jail facility and use the video visitation kiosk. The inmate remains in their housing unit. Each inmate receives one free video visit per week.

Remote Visits: Visit from anywhere using ICSolutions. Download the software, create an account, and schedule your visit. Remote visits require a webcam-enabled device and a stable internet connection. Visits cannot take place from bedrooms or bathrooms.

Rules: All visits are recorded and monitored. Valid photo ID required. No visits between an inmate and their victim without a court order. Appropriate dress required — no skintight clothing, closed-toe shoes mandatory. For complete visitation rules and scheduling, visit https://www.keysso.net/jailRules.

11. Sending Money & Mail

Depositing Money

You can fund an inmate’s commissary account through: Smart Deposit online (Facility Code D92, Pay Location Code 5500), the lobby kiosk at the Key West Jail, or by mailing a money order. The daily deposit limit is $200. Inmates use commissary funds for hygiene products, snacks, stationery, and phone credits.

Sending Mail

Address mail to: [Inmate Full Name] — [Booking Number], Monroe County Jail, 5501 College Road, Key West, FL 33040 (or the specific facility address). Only letters, computer printouts, and photographs are accepted. Maximum envelope size is 6.5 x 9.5 inches. All mail is inspected. Include a full return address on every item.

Phone Calls

Inmates can make outgoing calls through the jail phone system. All calls are recorded and monitored (except attorney-client calls). To block inmate calls to your number, call (888) 506-8407.

12. Florida Public Records & Roster Access

The Monroe County Jail roster is a public record under Florida’s Sunshine Law (Statute Chapter 119). Anyone — regardless of residency, relationship to the inmate, or reason — can access the roster at any time. No registration, fees, or identification are required for online access.

For certified copies of arrest reports, incident reports, or historical records, submit a request through the MCSO JustFOIA portal at https://monroecountysherifffl.justfoia.com/publicportal.

For court records and case dispositions, use the Monroe County Clerk of Courts case search at https://cr.monroe-clerk.com/ or the 16th Judicial Circuit at https://www.keyscourts.net/.

For statewide criminal history checks, contact the FDLE at https://www.fdle.state.fl.us/. FDLE criminal history searches cost $25.00 per inquiry.

13. MCSO Contact Information & Official Links

14. Frequently Asked Questions