Sheriff in Fort Lauderdale, Florida

The county sheriff office serves residents of Fort Lauderdale and the surrounding unincorporated areas with law enforcement, civil process, and jail services. There are 4 Sheriff locations in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

If you need to post bail, check on an inmate, request a police report, or have legal documents served within the county, the sheriff office listed here is your primary resource. Bring a valid government-issued photo ID for all in-person transactions.

Residents of Fort Lauderdale can use the sheriff office's online inmate locator, warrant check portal, or sex offender registry before making an in-person trip — many common inquiries can be resolved without visiting the office in person.

You may also find Sheriff locations in nearby cities including Hollywood, Fort Lauderdale, Plantation.