Deerfield Beach, FL Broward Transition Center View
Broward Transition Center in Deerfield Beach, Broward County, Florida, is an immigration detention facility used by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. It is operated by a private contractor under federal oversight and primarily holds adult immigration detainees who are awaiting immigration hearings, transfer, release, or removal. It is not the same as a county jail that houses local pretrial detainees or sentenced county inmates. Its role is connected to federal civil immigration custody rather than the Broward County criminal court system, although some people may be transferred here after criminal proceedings are completed.
Contact and Location Information
How to Find an Inmate at Broward Transition Center
To find someone held here, use the official inmate search link available on this page for the facility’s roster or locator. Inmate and detainee search tools typically list the person’s name, booking or custody date, charges or case type when available, and current custody status. Records do not always appear immediately after arrival because intake and data entry can take several hours. If a person was recently transferred from a county jail, check both the Broward County inmate search and the federal immigration detainee locator, as records may update at different times.
FAQs
How do I visit an inmate at Broward Transition Center?
Visitation rules can change, so contact the facility or check the official visitation information before going. Visitors are usually required to schedule in advance, arrive on time, and follow dress code and conduct rules.
What do I need to bring when visiting Broward Transition Center?
Bring a valid government-issued photo ID, such as a driver license, state ID, passport, or immigration document. Do not bring prohibited items inside; phones, bags, and personal property may need to be left in your vehicle or a locker if available.
How do I make phone or video calls with an inmate?
People in custody are usually allowed to make outgoing calls through the facility’s phone provider. Families may need to set up an account, add funds, or follow posted rules for video visits if video calling is offered here.
How do I send mail to an inmate?
Use the person’s full legal name and any assigned ID or A-number if known, and include the correct facility mailing address. Mail is usually screened for safety, and items such as cash, contraband, or unapproved packages are not accepted.
How does the commissary work?
Commissary lets people in custody buy approved items such as snacks, hygiene products, and writing supplies. Funds may be added through the approved deposit system, and spending limits or delivery days may apply.
How is bail set and how do I post bond at Broward Transition Center?
This facility generally involves immigration custody, so release may involve an immigration bond rather than county criminal bail. Bond decisions may be made by ICE or an immigration judge, and payment instructions should be confirmed with the proper federal office before sending money.
What happens during the intake process at Broward Transition Center and when will the inmate appear in the system?
During intake, staff verify identity, review custody paperwork, complete screening, assign housing, and enter the person into the facility system. Search records may take several hours to update, so a recent arrival may not appear immediately.