Broward County Jail and Prison Communication Guide
Find the correct messaging, phone call, video visitation, and money transfer provider for correctional facilities in Broward County, Florida. Using the wrong provider is the most common mistake families make. This directory shows you exactly which platform to use before you sign up.
Broward County operates its jail system through the Broward Sheriff's Office in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The Broward County Jail is one of the largest single-site jails in Florida. All phone and video communication at Broward County Jail is handled through Securus Technologies. Create a Securus account at securustech.net or call customer service at 1-800-844-6591.
Inmates at Broward County Jail can only make outgoing calls. You cannot call the jail to speak with an inmate. To receive calls, set up a Securus AdvancePay prepaid account or arrange for collect calls. Collect calls are typically accepted by landlines but most cell phone providers do not accept collect calls without a prior arrangement with Securus. AdvancePay is the recommended account type for cell phone users.
To send money to someone at Broward County Jail, deposits can be made online at securustech.net, by phone at 1-800-574-5747, by mailing a money order payable to Inmate Trust Account with the inmate name and booking number, or in person at the jail lobby. Always include the inmate booking number on all deposits. There is a daily limit on the amount of money that can be deposited into an inmate account.
Which provider do Broward County jail families use?
Securus Technologies handles all phone calls and video visits at Broward County Jail. Create a Securus AdvancePay account at securustech.net. Customer service is available at 1-800-844-6591. The Securus Mobile app is available for iOS and Android for managing your account and receiving calls.
What is the booking number and why is it important?
The booking number identifies the specific jail booking for your loved one. You need this number for setting up communication accounts, sending money, and sending mail. It is different from any court case number. Find it on the Broward Sheriff's Office inmate lookup website or by contacting the jail directly.
What is the most common mistake Broward County families make?
Cell phone users trying to accept collect calls is a frequent problem. Most cell phone carriers do not accept collect calls from jails without a prior arrangement with Securus. If you have a cell phone, set up an AdvancePay prepaid account instead of expecting collect calls to connect. This is the most reliable way to receive calls on a cell phone.
Communication Providers in Broward County
These providers serve facilities in Broward County. The correct provider depends on the specific facility.
Correctional Facilities in Broward County
Select a facility to find the correct provider and communication options for that specific location.