Seminole County – John E. Polk Correctional Facility

Seminole County – John E. Polk Correctional Facility basic information to help guide you through what you can do for your inmate while they are incarcerated. The facility's direct contact number: 407-665-1200

This facility is for adult inmates.

The Seminole County – John E. Polk Correctional Facility is a medium-security detention center located at 211 Bush Blvd Sanford, FL which is operated locally by the Seminole County Sheriff's Office and holds inmates awaiting trial or sentencing or both. Most of the sentenced inmates are here for less than two years. Seminole County accepts inmates from surrounding towns, municipalities, the US Marshal's Service and the Sanford Police Department who do not have their own long-term lock-up.

John E. Polk Correctional Facility inmates will be charged a one-time (per booking) $20.00 fee to cover the cost of booking procedures, jail-issued clothing, and bedding. Inmates will be assessed a daily $3.00 subsistence fee from their inmate account. If the inmate is indigent (less than $1.00 in his or her account for 3 consecutive days), a lien will be placed at the rate of $3.00 per day against his/her account to be offset in part or in full upon deposit of future funds in the account. Federal inmates are exempt from paying first time booking fee. Fees for medical services will be collected based on the current policy. Federal Inmates are exempt from paying medical fees during their first 30 days of confinement. Federal inmates & inmate workers will be exempt from this daily assessment fee. Jail to Community Re-entry services is available via Request Form to Programs or Chaplain for anyone being released from John E. Polk Correctional Facility.

The Facility is not responsible for the condition of clothing & property brought by inmates during the receiving process and cannot be held accountable for condition upon release from the Facility. If an incoming inmate has items of intrinsic or sentimental value in their possession upon being booked into the Facility, excluding cash, they must make arrangements to have these items picked up within 5 days or mailed out at their expense.

Clothing, hygiene – Inmates are provided clothing for the duration of their incarceration. Upon classification, a packet consisting of a comb, toothbrush, soap, and toothpaste is provided to the inmate. Additionally, all feminine hygiene items will be available for female inmates. Items may be purchased by the inmate from the Commissary. In cases where an inmate is indigent some hygiene products and writing materials will be provided. If an inmate is going to appear in court and you wish to bring him/ her clothes for trial, you can deliver the Court Clothing 72 hours prior to the actual court date. These items may be dropped of at the main Control Room located at the main entrance to the facility. We do not provide free deodorant.

Medical – There is a qualified Healthcare professional available at all times to respond to emergencies. The dentist makes on-site visits twice a week and doctor's sick call is held at each facility five times a week. In addition, a full compliment of nursing staff is always on duty to dispense medications and address any medical issue or question an inmate may have.

• John E. Polk Correctional Facility – Inmate Handbook
• John E. Polk Correctional Facility – Inmate Handbook-Espanol
• John E. Polk Correctional Facility – Direct Supervision

Weekend Sentence – If you have been sentenced to do time on the weekends or have been court ordered to report to the jail on a specific day and time, ensure that you bring with you the copy of the court work and Photo Identification. Report to the main entrance of the facility at least 15 minutes prior to admission time specified on your court work.

Religious reading – A supply of donated religious material and other reading material is available in the facility and will be provided to any inmate who makes a request to the Chaplain's Office. Any Religious or spiritual material donated to the Chaplain's Office will be dispersed randomly.

Mail-In:
Money orders can be mailed but must include a completed Money Order Deposit Form

Mail to the following address:

Secure Deposits – Seminole County
PO BOX 12486
St Louis, Missouri 63132

visitation Info

Seminole County – John E. Polk Correctional Facility – Visitation

Schedule Visitation

Visitation Rules and Regulations

The purpose of visitation is to encourage family communication and to provide opportunities for associations beneficial to the inmate’s overall adjustment. Visitations are conducted either at the main entrance which is referred to as Control 1 Area, or at the secondary entrance which is referred to as Control 3 Area. Each inmate will be allowed up to two (2) visitors only per visitation day (two adults or one adult and one child). A parent or guardian must accompany children under the age of 18. All children must have adult supervision before, during, and after a visit.

Presently, an inmate can only visit with 2 people at a time. However, if 5 people show up, we allow any 2 people at a time to visit during the hour. All 5 can visit during the hour but only 2 at a time.

You Must Be an Approved Visitor

Visits are allowed on certain visitation days and times as specified in a list compiled by the inmate and approved by the corrections facility. Each inmate classified at the John E. Polk Correctional Facility will complete a visitation form listing up to five (5) persons who will be allowed to visit them on visitation days. The inmate can only update their visitation list during the first 5 days of each month. Visitors on the list will be the only persons allowed to visit the inmate with the exception of clergy, attorneys, and infants under one (1).

Where Do You Go to Visit an Inmate?

• John Polk Correctional Facility
• 211 Eslinger Way, Sanford, FL 32773

When You Enter the Corrections Facility You Must:

• Arrive 30 minutes prior to the visitation time.
• Fill out the visitation log.
• Have your name checked against the authorized visitation list.
• Present your photo identification to the clerk.
• Abide by the Corrections visitor regulations below.

Rules for phone and email Inmate visitation scheduling:

Visitation is by appointment only. To schedule a visitation date by phone, call: 407-665-3191.

You will be given a confirmation number. Bring this confirmation number with you on your scheduled visitation day.

Use this website to schedule inmate visitation dates by email. All fields must be completed before you can submit your request. A confirmation number will be sent to your email address within 24 hours. If you do not receive a confirmation number by email within 24 hours, please call 407-665-3191.

Remember to bring your confirmation number with you to your scheduled visitation.

Visitation Rules:

Visitation is by appointment only.

Appointments may be scheduled up to one week (7-days) in advance, but no less than 48 hours in advance.

You must arrive 30 minutes prior to your scheduled visit.

You will register at the designated control room window.

All visitors must properly identify themselves upon arriving at the Control Room. (All visitors must have proper ID with photo indicating their date of birth).

Visitors arriving after the start time of their scheduled session will not be allowed to visit. No exceptions.

Proper attire is required at all times. Shoes and shirts must be worn; suggestive clothing, see through fabrics, halter or tube type tops, short shorts and mini-skirts will not be permitted.

If the attire is too brief or revealing the visitor will not be permitted to visit.

Each inmate is permitted a maximum of five visitors per 1 hour session and shared visitations may be scheduled.

Visitors under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian or possess a marriage license that shows they are legally married to the inmate.

The parent or legal guardian of a minor child must ensure the child is properly supervised at all times. Children shall never be left unattended for any reason.

Smoking, eating and drinking are prohibited inside the visitation area.

Loud talking, excessive emotionalism, or any other type of disruptive behavior will not be permitted in the visitation area.

All visits are monitored and are subject to recording.

Visitation is a privilege.

We reserve the right to deny, revoke, or limit visitation when there is a threat to safety, security or good order of the facility or when visitation rules are not followed.

Once you enter the visitation area, you are not permitted to leave and return. If you leave the visitation area, your visit is over.

Visitors are not permitted to introduce cameras, radios, record or tape players, gifts, purses, food, etc., into the visitation area. These items, including any film, tape or electronic media thought to have been used in the John E. Polk Correctional Facility, will be subject to confiscation.

ID and car keys are the only items permitted in the visitation area. No other personal effects are allowed, including wallets, purses, cell phones, satchels, diaper bags, smoking materials, chewing gum, etc. There are public lockers available in the Control Room lobbies. The cost for use of a locker is 25 cents. If you have a cell phone, make sure it is turned off ( not on vibrate ) before placing it into a locker.

A visitor may be searched at any time when there is a reason to believe the visitor may be in possession of contraband.

If an inmate is going to appear in court and needs clothes for trial, clothing for trial will only be ACCEPTED 72 HOURS PRIOR to the actual court date.

More than one visit per day must be approved by the on-duty watch commander or their designee.

Inmates will only be authorized to have only one visit per day.

VIOLATION OF VISITATION RULES: Visitors who fail to comply with the rules and regulations of the John E. Polk Correctional Facility (Seminole County Jail) will be escorted from the facility and denied visitation. A statement will be completed and forwarded to the Facility Director via chain of command detailing the violation and the action taken. The decision for future visitation will be at the discretion of the Facility Director or designee.

To make visitation less confusing, you may want to read through the following questions and answers

What can I bring with me to visitation?

The key necessary to operate your vehicle. Personal identification.

What If I need my prescription medication or medical injections? 
If you have a medical condition that requires you to take prescribed medications or injections, you will be permitted to depart the visiting area and take the necessary medications.

Do not dispose of needles and syringes on facility grounds.

I am on oxygen, can I bring my oxygen tank with me?
Yes, subject to search.

Are crutches or wheel chairs allowed?
Yes, subject to search.

I'm bringing a baby to the visit, what about diapers?

You may bring the following baby items:

• A maximum of two (2) diapers
• Two (2) clear baby bottles or two (2) clear sipper cups for toddlers
• Baby wipes in a clear plastic bag
• An infant baby carrier, subject to search
• One (1) set of infant clothing
• and One (1) non-quilted baby blanket to keep the infant warm

2.  Items you CANNOT bring to Visitation.

Visitors are warned by public posting at the facility, that introduction of contraband is a felony offense. You may NOT bring the following items:

• Cards or letters
• Cigarettes
• Cigars
• Lighters or matches
• Food
• Purses
• Cell phones
• iPods/Mp3 players
• Cameras
• Radios
• Tape Recorders/Players
• Video recorders
• Gifts
• Money or money orders for the inmate
• Pocket knives
• Guns
• Etc.

3.  What clothing should I wear to the visitation and what clothing is NOT allowed?

All visitors will dress in proper attire when visiting: 

• All clothing worn must be clean and in good repair.
• Appropriate undergarments are required, but should not be visible.
• Clothing will be worn as it is designed to be worn.
• Shoes must be worn at all times, even by children.
• Shorts are permitted but must be knee-length when standing.
• Jogging shorts, cut-offs or hip huggers are prohibited.

The following clothing is NOT allowed: 

• Items displaying logos, slogans, pictures or messages with derogatory or offensive ethnic, racial, sexual, gender-specific, gang or political themes.
• Items with advertisements for tobacco, alcohol, drugs, etc.
• Clothing designed or intended to be tightly worn, to excessively accent the body, such as spandex, leggings, or tights.
• Items made of sheer, transparent, net, or mesh materials.
• Skirts &/or dresses that rest above the knee.
• Garments which unduly expose the shoulders, chest, back, stomach, midriff, and/or underarm. Tops of clothing must be no lower than the person's collarbone in the front and back.

“Visitors should keep in mind that we have no storage areas to keep personal items. All excess items must be left in your vehicle.”

These rules will be strictly enforced.

4.  Can I visit on a holiday?

Yes, regular visiting is permitted on all holidays.

5.  Can I bring an approved minor/child even if I am not the parent?

Yes, minors may only visit when accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

6.  What are some of the things that can deny or cancel my visitation?

Visitors, including any accompanying children, must maintain the highest level of behavior at all times. Violation of any of the Visitor’s Rules and Regulations will be cause to have your visit denied or canceled. The following are some examples that will cause you to lose your visiting privileges and may cause you to have future privileges revoked:

• Attempting to provide outdated identification
• Failure to follow dress code rules
• Inmate refusal of the visit
• If the inmate is on disciplinary lock down visitation is suspended.
• Yelling, cursing or becoming disruptive in any way
• Disrespect toward facility staff
• Failure to control your accompanying children
• Attempting to communicate with any inmate other than in a visiting booth
• Standing, loitering, waving, yelling anywhere around the facility
• Failure of the visitors and inmates to remain in an upright position at all times
• Lewd conduct or inappropriate behavior by visitors or inmates
• Being under the influence of, or impaired by drugs or alcohol, which could even result in your arrest and prosecution
• The detection of contraband in your possession which also could also subject you to arrest and prosecution.
• Visitation can be denied if you are not on the inmate’s visitation card. You may find out if you are on the Visitation Card by appearing at the facility and presenting a state issued picture identification with a current address.

“You are responsible to familiarize yourself with the rules and regulations that we have noted on this site. ”

7.  Isn't visitation a right?

No. Visitation is a privilege and as such is subject to suspension/revocation if circumstances dictate.

8.  What about special visits? How can I arrange one?

You must contact a lieutenant or watch commander of the facility where the inmate is housed for approval. Special visits are not given routinely but are reserved for extenuating circumstances and are granted at the discretion of the lieutenant and watch commander.

9.  Who has final authority on visitation?

The lieutenant and watch commander at each facility have the final approval or disapproval authority for each visitation request.

10.  Are conjugal visits allowed?

No. Conjugal visits are not allowed.

11.  Can I bring in letters, cards, money, or money orders for the inmate?

No. Any cards, letters must be sent through the mail. Deposits can be made to inmate accounts using a kiosk at either Control 3 or the Main Lobby entrance from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM. Cash, Visa and Mastercard credit/debit cards are accepted by the kiosk. Money orders are no longer accepted in the lobby area, they must be mailed to Secure Deposits – Seminole County, PO Box 12486, St. Louis, Missouri 63132 with a Money Order Deposit FormOpens a New Window..

12.  If I experience a problem during my visitation, whom should I contact?

First, contact the visitation clerk. If he/she cannot assist, you may then ask to speak to the sergeant on duty. If you are still unable to resolve the issue, you may ask to speak to the on-duty lieutenant.

13.  Whom do I contact about visitation?

With regards to the Visitation Card, the inmate can advise you if you are on his Visitation Card or you can appear at the facility and present a state-issued picture identification with a current address and the staff will advise you if you are able to visit. You must be listed on the Visitation Card in order to visit.