Inmate regulations
- Money -- All funds must come by mail or be deposited in the drop box in the lobby of each facility. Money orders, certified checks or government checks are accepted.
- PERSONAL CHECKS AND CASH ARE NOT ACCEPTED. The inmate's booking number and the name he or she was booked into jail under -- even if it is an alias -- should be on the check or money order.
- Property -- The inmate's property is turned over in the ID area for safekeeping. Any items that he or she needs, such as toothpaste, soap, and razors will be supplied. Other items must be purchased through the Commissary. Inmates are not able to purchase cigarettes or have them brought in because the jail is a non-smoking facility.
Important!
All inmates and visitors entering the institution are subject to search per Florida Model Jail Standards. Items considered contraband as defined in Florida Statutes 951.23, 893.02, 210.01, and 210.25 include, but are not limited to:
- Weapons or any object that could be used as a weapon (e.g., key ring that is a pen knife).
- Prescription and illegal drugs, over-the-counter medications or cosmetics.
- Tobacco products.
Money (other than money orders, cashier's check or government check).
Mail, books, magazines and packages regulations
Mail must include inmate's jail name and booking number as it appears on the inmate's wristband. Otherwise the mail will be returned to the sender. The mailroom will not accept items brought by visitors. Mail is opened, screened and delivered on the day it is received. The mailroom hours are 8 a.m.- 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Mail delivery does not occur on weekends or holidays.
Please note: Letters cannot contain more than six (6) photos, the subject of the photos shall not be nude or sexually explicit, and the picture size shall not exceed 4" x 6". Multiple photos printed on one page from a computer counts toward the total number of photos permitted and they must be cut/separated prior to mailing. Only photos printed on computer photo paper will be accepted. No other inserts are permitted which also includes musical cards. Mail containing contraband under Florida Statute 951.23, such as tobacco or drugs will either be destroyed or turned over to the appropriate law enforcement authority, the letter returned to sender, and stamped as to the reason for its non-acceptance. Money orders, certified checks, government checks and/or photos are the only enclosures permitted for incoming inmate mail. Mail containing non-approved items will be returned to the sender in its entirety (e.g., letter and all enclosures). Personal checks and cash are not accepted.Books, magazines and other publications
Items are accepted only when mailed directly from the book store, publisher, or book club on a prepaid basis (limit three -- only paperback books). Same restrictions apply to all religious materials, including Bibles.Packages
No packages mailed or delivered will be accepted. Inmates may purchase accessory items such as sodas, hygienic items, candy, etc. from the jail commissary. Provisions are made to supply basic necessities to all inmates.Important! All incoming mail will be inspected, except for mail from attorneys or public officials. Vulgar or obscene mail will be returned to sender.
Mailing address
Volusia County Correctional Facility
(inmate's name and booking number)
Caller Service Box 2865
Daytona Beach, Florida 32120Volusia County Branch Jail
(inmate's name and booking number)
Caller Service Box 2865
Daytona Beach, Florida 32120back to corrections services home page
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