The Baker County Jail is a medium security level facility, located in Macclenny, FL. The Baker County Jail houses both male and female offenders that have been convicted of a crime. The facility was first opened in 2003. Baker County makes the following information public: locating an inmate, searching criminal records, contacting an inmate, and visiting hours. To conduct a Baker County Jail inmate search, please call the facility at 904-259-3311.

Jail Address

Baker County Jail
1 Sherriff Office Drive
MacClenny, FL 32063-2206

Baker County Jail Roster

To conduct a search of the Baker County Jail roster, contact the Baker County Jail at 904-259-3311. When calling to conduct a Baker County jail inmate search, provide the facility with the inmate’s personal identifying information, particularly the inmate’s first and last name. By following these steps, you may locate an inmate at the Baker County Jail.

Jail Visitation Hours / Baker County Jail Inmate Search

The Baker County Jail permits visitation at scheduled times. Before scheduling a visit, however, it is recommended that visitors first confirm the inmate’s presence at the facility by conducting a Baker County Jail inmate search. To conduct a Baker County Jail inmate search, please call 904-259-3311. Visitation hours at the jail vary depending on the inmate’s last name.

Detainees with the last name beginning with A-M are allowed visitation Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and Sundays between the hours of 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Detainees with the last name beginning with N-Z are allowed visitation Monday through Friday between the hours of 1:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Saturdays between the hours of 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Baker County Sheriff’s Office

The Baker County Sheriff’s Office dedicates itself to improving the quality of life for the citizens of Baker County by creating a safe atmosphere in partnership with the citizens of the community. As an organization, the office is dedicated to achieving its mission through innovative and responsive leadership that is efficient, honest, accountable, and transparent. All members of the Baker County Sheriff’s Office carry out their responsibilities and duties with the utmost honor, respect, and integrity, and respect for the citizens of Baker County. 

The office also contains a Division of Emergency Management, which ensures, through coordination with local and county shareholders, that Baker County is prepared to respond to, and effectively recover from, all man-made and natural emergencies. The office provides the community with the support and leadership necessary for the Baker County Sheriff’s Office to reduce the loss of life and property through an emergency management program that implements preparedness, response, mitigation, and recovery throughout Baker County.

Baker County Sheriff’s Office Address

Baker County Sheriff’s Office
1 Sherriff Office Drive
MacClenny, FL 32063-2206

Baker County, Florida, Sheriff

In the U.S., a sheriff is a law enforcement official who is responsible for enforcing the laws and keeping the peace. Unlike other types of law enforcement officials in the U.S., sheriffs are typically elected, although some states require certain qualifications of sheriff candidates. Each elected sheriff is accountable to the constitution of his or her state, the citizens of his or her county, and the United States Constitution.

Sheriff’s responsibilities vary by county. A number of sheriffs hold the role of a police chief, although some also head agencies that have limited law enforcement duties. Sheriffs are also usually responsible for managing security at local government facilities and county jails.

About Baker County, Florida

Baker County, Florida, founded in 1861, was named after a judge and Confederate senator, James McNair Baker. It has an approximate 589 sq mile radial area. Baker County is home to an estimated 29,000 individuals. In 1864, the battle of Olustee was fought in Baker County near Lake City. The battle of Olustee was a major American Civil War battle fought in Florida.

The most northern area of the county, Okefenokee Swamp, is a federally protected area. The county has a total area of 589 square miles. This area consists of 585 square miles of land and 3.7 square miles of water. The northern portion of the county lies within the Okefenokee Swamp, which contains federally protected areas. The St. Mary’s River, which is a remote blackwater river, runs through the county. The river rises in southeastern Georgia and flows into northeastern Florida. In addition, the Baker County Jail is located in the county. To conduct a Baker County Jail inmate search, please call the facility at 904-259-3311.

Demographics

As of the census of 2000, there are 7,043 households with 5,599 families residing within Baker County.

The population density is reportedly 38 people per square mile, with 7,592 housing units at an average density of 13 per square mile.

The racial makeup of the county was 84.04% White, 13.92% Black or African American, 0.38% Native American, 0.40% Asian, 0.03% Pacific Islander, 0.25% from other races, 1.88% Hispanic or Latino, and 0.98% from two or more races.

 Communities

The are three types of communities in Baker County, Florida: (1) cities; (2) towns; and (3) unincorporated communities. The Baker County Jail is located in Macclenny, Florida. Below is a list of the communities in the county.

City:

• Macclenny

Town:

• Glen St. Mary

Unincorporated communities:

• Baxter
• Cuyler
• Olustee
• Sanderson
• Taylor
• Black Bottom/Trail Ridge
• Two Bridges
• Eddy/Eddy Grade
• Manning