Hialeah City booking and release records show who was arrested, booked, and released in the Miami-Dade County jail system. These records are public under Florida law.
Anyone can look up current inmates, recent arrests, and release dates for free using county tools. Hialeah sits inside Miami-Dade County, so all jail records flow through the county corrections system, not the city police. This page explains where to search, what data you can see, and how the Florida public records law protects your right to access these files.
What Hialeah Booking Records Contain
A booking record is a written log created when police bring a person to jail. It captures key facts about the arrest. Each record ties to one booking event, even if the person has been booked many times. Booking records are separate from court records. Court records cover charges, pleas, and sentences. Booking records cover custody, charges at the time of arrest, bond, and release status.
Basic Facts Listed in Every Booking
Each Hialeah booking record stored in the Miami-Dade Corrections system contains the same core data fields. These fields are required by Florida law and county policy. You will see them on the online inmate search portal and on any printed booking sheet you request.
- Full legal name of the person booked
- Date of birth and sex
- Booking date and time
- Booking number assigned by the jail
- Arresting agency (Hialeah Police, county, or state)
- Charges listed at the time of booking
- Bond amount and bond status
- Current custody status (in custody or released)
- Release date and release type if released
Who Keeps the Original Records
The Miami-Dade Corrections and Rehabilitation Department writes and stores all booking records for Hialeah arrests. The Hialeah Police Department writes the arrest report but does not keep jail files. After police turn someone over to the county jail, the county owns the booking record. The clerk of court keeps a separate set of files for the legal case. Police keep the arrest report. The county keeps the jail log. Courts keep the case file.
Where to Search Hialeah Booking Records
Three main offices hold Hialeah booking data. The county corrections portal shows current inmates and recent releases. The Hialeah Police Department holds arrest reports. The clerk of court holds case files. You can use all three without paying a fee for basic online searches.
Miami-Dade Corrections Online Portal
The fastest way to check Hialeah booking and release records is the Miami-Dade inmate search portal. The site updates its roster every few hours. You can search by name or booking number. Results show custody status, charges, bond, and release date when applicable. The portal is free and does not require a login.
Hialeah Police Department
The Hialeah Police Department writes arrest reports but does not run the county jail. You can call the police records unit to ask about local arrests. The records unit can confirm an arrest happened and provide the case number. You then use that case number to pull the booking record from the county.
Miami-Dade Clerk of Court
The clerk of court holds the official case file for each criminal charge. Booking records only show the arrest and jail stay. Court records show the charges filed, the plea, the sentence, and the final outcome. If you need the full legal history, the clerk’s online search tool is the right place to look.
How to Search Hialeah Inmate Records
The Miami-Dade inmate search tool lets you look up booking records in three ways. Each method works best for a different situation. Use name search if you only know the person. Use booking number search if you already have a record ID. Use date search if you need to find everyone booked on a given day.
Name Search Method
Type the last name first, then the first name. Common names return many results. You can narrow results with a birth date if you know it. Each result row shows the booking number, charges, and custody status. Click the booking number to see the full record. The full record includes arrest date, bond amount, court date, and release data if the person is no longer in jail.
Booking Number Search
Booking numbers are the fastest way to pull one specific record. The county assigns a unique number to every booking. You can find the booking number on a printed release slip, a court summons, or a prior public records request. Enter the number into the search bar. The system pulls the full record in one step.
Date and Charge Filters
The portal also lets you filter by booking date. This helps when you need to know who was booked in Hialeah on a specific day. You can also filter by charge type, such as DUI, drug offense, or misdemeanor. The filters work together, so you can search for all DUI arrests in Hialeah during a one-week window.
Florida Public Records Law Basics
Florida has one of the strongest public records laws in the country. Chapter 119 of the Florida Statutes gives every person the right to see booking and arrest records held by any government agency. This law covers Hialeah, Miami-Dade County, and every other county in Florida.
What the Law Allows You to See
Under Florida law, the following booking data is always public: the name of the person arrested, the date and time of arrest, the location of arrest, the charges, the booking agency, and the custody status. You do not need to give a reason for your request. Agencies cannot ask why you want the records. They also cannot deny access because they do not like your reason.
What Stays Private
A few pieces of data are exempt from public view. Social Security numbers are redacted. Home addresses of certain protected persons are removed. Juvenile records are not posted online. Active undercover officer identities are kept private. Medical and mental health notes tied to a booking may be exempt. Most basic booking facts, however, stay public.
Fees and Response Time
Florida law lets agencies charge for copies. The standard fee is $0.15 per page. Agencies can also charge for staff time on large requests. They must give you a cost estimate before they start work. There is no legal deadline for response, but most agencies reply within a few business days for simple requests.
How Hialeah Release Records Work
A release record shows when a person left jail and how they left. The county updates the release date on the inmate portal after the person is processed out. Release types include posted bond, time served, transfer to state prison, release to a program, or court-ordered release.
Release Date and Release Type
The release date is the day the person physically left the jail. The release type explains why. Posted bond means someone paid the bond amount. Time served means the person stayed in jail until the sentence ended. Transfer means the person moved to a state prison. Court-ordered release means a judge signed the release.
How Long Records Stay Online
Current inmates appear on the live portal. Once a person is released, the record moves to the public archive. Most counties keep release records online for several years. Old records may move to a different search tool. You can still request old records through the public records portal even if they no longer show on the main inmate search.
| Record Type | Where to Find It | How Long It Stays |
|---|---|---|
| Current inmates | Live inmate portal | Until release |
| Recent releases (90 days) | Live inmate portal archive | Up to 90 days |
| Older releases | Public records request | Several years |
| Court case files | Clerk of court online search | Permanent |
Other Florida County Booking Searches
Hialeah is one of many cities covered by Florida booking record searches. Each county runs its own jail and inmate search portal. If you need records outside Miami-Dade, the search process is similar but the URLs and agencies change. Below are the most searched Florida counties.
Broward County Jail Records
Broward County runs the Main Jail in Fort Lauderdale and the North Broward Bureau. The Broward Sheriff’s Office inmate search covers both facilities. Searches are free and updated daily. You can search by name or booking number.
Hillsborough County Records
Hillsborough County covers Tampa. The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office runs the Falkenburg Road Jail and the Orient Road Jail. The online search shows current inmates and release dates. Bond amounts and court dates also appear in each record.
Orange, Duval, Palm Beach, and Pinellas
Orange County covers Orlando. Duval County covers Jacksonville. Palm Beach County covers West Palm Beach. Pinellas County covers St. Petersburg. Each sheriff’s office has its own inmate search portal. The search fields and result layout are similar across counties. The booking number format may differ by county.
| County | Main City | Search Tool Operator |
|---|---|---|
| Miami-Dade | Miami / Hialeah | Corrections Department |
| Broward | Fort Lauderdale | Broward Sheriff’s Office |
| Hillsborough | Tampa | Hillsborough Sheriff’s Office |
| Orange | Orlando | Orange County Sheriff’s Office |
| Duval | Jacksonville | Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office |
| Palm Beach | West Palm Beach | Palm Beach Sheriff’s Office |
| Pinellas | St. Petersburg | Pinellas Sheriff’s Office |
| Lee | Fort Myers | Lee County Sheriff’s Office |
| Polk | Lakeland | Polk County Sheriff’s Office |
Hialeah Police Records Unit
The Hialeah Police Department records unit can help with arrest reports and local crime data. The unit is the right contact for police blotters, incident reports, and traffic crash reports. For jail booking and release records, the unit can point you to the correct county system.
Records Unit Contact
The records unit answers phone calls during business hours. Walk-in requests are accepted at the front desk. Email requests are processed through the city public records portal. Most basic arrest reports are ready within 24 to 72 hours. Reports tied to open investigations may be delayed.
Hialeah Contact Details and Location
The main office for Hialeah booking and release record requests is the Miami-Dade Corrections Department. You can also visit the Hialeah Police Department for arrest report copies. Below are the addresses, phone numbers, and hours for both offices. A map of the Hialeah Police Department is included so you can plan your visit.
Hialeah Police Department
5555 E 8th Ave, Hialeah, FL 33013
Phone: (305) 687-2525
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Miami-Dade Corrections and Rehabilitation Department
2755 NW 87th Avenue, Doral, FL 33172
Phone: (786) 263-7000
Inmate Search: www.miamidade.gov/Apps/mdcr/inmateSearch/
Public Records Portal: cityofhialeahfl.nextrequest.com
Common Questions About Hialeah Records
This section answers the most common questions people ask about Hialeah booking and release records. Each answer is based on current Florida public records law and Miami-Dade County policy. If your question is not covered, contact the Miami-Dade Corrections Department directly.
How Do I Find Recent Arrests in Hialeah?
Use the Miami-Dade inmate search portal. Type the last name and first name. The portal shows current inmates and recent releases. If you want every arrest on a given day, use the date filter. The portal updates every few hours, so you can check back later if you do not see a record right away. The system shows arrest date, charges, bond, and custody status for each person.
Are Hialeah Mugshots Public?
Yes. Mugshots taken at the time of booking are public records under Florida law. The Miami-Dade Corrections Department posts booking photos on the inmate search portal. You can also request a copy of the mugshot through the public records portal. Some sites pull mugshots from public sources and post them on third-party pages. The official county source is the most accurate and up-to-date.
Can I Remove My Booking Record From the Internet?
You can ask the county to remove or seal a record only if a court orders it. Expungement is a court process. If a judge signs an expungement order, the booking record is removed from public search tools. The record may still exist in sealed archives. You cannot pay the county to remove a public record without a court order.
What Is the Difference Between Booking and Arrest Records?
An arrest record is the police report written at the time of arrest. A booking record is the jail log created when the person is processed into the county jail. The arrest record stays with the police department. The booking record stays with the county corrections department. Both records are public, but you request them from different offices.
How Long Does a Booking Record Stay Online?
Current inmates stay on the live portal until release. After release, the record moves to a public archive. The Miami-Dade portal keeps recent releases for up to 90 days. Older records are kept by the corrections department and can be pulled through a public records request. Court case files are permanent and stay online through the clerk of court.
Is There a Fee to Search Hialeah Booking Records?
No. The online inmate search portal is free. You do not need an account. You do not need to pay a fee for basic search results. Fees only apply if you request printed copies of booking sheets or arrest reports. The standard copy fee is $0.15 per page. Large requests may include a staff time charge based on the actual time spent.
Can I Find Out Why Someone Was Released?
Yes. The inmate portal shows the release type along with the release date. Release types include posted bond, time served, court order, transfer, or release to a program. If you need more detail, you can request the release paperwork through the public records portal. The release paperwork explains the exact reason for the release.