Florence Booking Reports Search
Florence booking reports record arrests made by the Florence Police Department in Florence County. As the county seat, Florence is the main city in the Pee Dee region of South Carolina. People arrested by Florence police are booked at the Florence County Detention Center. Booking reports from Florence are public records under South Carolina law. You can search for them through the police department or the Florence County Sheriff's Office. Each report lists the charges, the booking date, and details about the arrested person.
Florence Quick Facts
Where Florence Booking Reports Are Kept
The Florence Police Department patrols city streets and responds to calls within Florence. When officers make an arrest, the person goes to the Florence County Detention Center for booking. The Florence County Sheriff's Office runs the detention center. Both agencies hold records from Florence arrests.
| Agency | Florence Police Department |
|---|---|
| Address | 324 West Evans Street Florence, SC 29501 |
| Phone | (843) 665-3191 |
| Detention | Florence County Detention Center |
| Website | cityofflorence.com |
The Florence Police Department Records Division processes public records requests for arrest reports and incident reports. The Florence County Sheriff's Office at (843) 665-2121 handles questions about detention and booking records. For a full set of records from a Florence arrest, you may need to contact both offices.
Note: The Florence County Detention Center is located at 6719 Friendfield Road in Effingham, not in the city of Florence itself.
Search Florence Arrest Booking Reports
Searching for Florence booking reports begins with the police department or the county sheriff. You can call the Florence Police Department Records Division at (843) 665-3191 to ask about a specific arrest. They can confirm whether a record exists and explain how to get copies.
The City of Florence website has information about city departments and services.
Through the city site, you can find contact details for the police department and public records request procedures.
Under South Carolina's Freedom of Information Act, S.C. Code Section 30-4-30, booking reports are public records. You can submit a written FOIA request to get copies. Include the person's name, the arrest date, and a description of what you need. The agency will respond within the time frame required by Section 30-4-50.
The SLED CATCH system at catch.sled.sc.gov also shows criminal history records from Florence. This statewide tool covers all agencies and may include arrests you cannot find through local sources alone.
Florence Police Department Records
The Florence Police Department keeps detailed records of every arrest its officers make. These include the arrest report, any incident reports tied to the arrest, and officer statements. The Records Division is the point of contact for getting these documents.
The Florence Police Department website provides department information and news.
The department site lists divisions, services, and ways to contact Florence police.
You can request Florence booking reports in person at 324 West Evans Street or by mail. Some requests can be handled by phone for basic information. Written requests are best for getting actual copies of reports. The department charges reasonable fees for copies as allowed by state law.
Florence arrest reports typically include the person's name, charges, location of arrest, date and time, and the arresting officer. The booking report at the detention center adds fingerprint data, a photograph, bond information, and processing details.
Florence Records and FOIA Rights
South Carolina's FOIA law is clear about public access to booking reports. Under Section 30-4-10, records made by public bodies are open for inspection. The Florence Police Department and the Florence County Sheriff's Office are both public bodies under this law.
When you request Florence booking reports, the agency may ask you to put your request in writing. This protects both sides. It creates a record of what was asked and helps the agency find the right documents. You do not need to give a reason for your request. The law does not require one.
Certain records may be withheld under the law. These include juvenile records, active investigation files, and some personal identifying information. But the core booking report information, including the name, charges, and booking date, is almost always available for adult arrests in Florence.
Items you can request from Florence booking reports:
- Arrest reports from Florence police
- Booking records from the Florence County Detention Center
- Bond amounts and conditions
- Release or transfer information
State Tools for Florence Booking Data
Statewide resources can help you find records from Florence arrests beyond what local agencies provide online.
The South Carolina Department of Corrections at doc.sc.gov runs an inmate search. If a Florence arrest resulted in a state prison sentence, the record shows up here. The search covers current inmates and provides facility location, sentence length, and projected release dates.
VINE at vinelink.com is a custody tracking tool. You can search for anyone held at the Florence County Detention Center and register for alerts about changes in their custody status. This service is free and available to anyone.
Court records from Florence cases are maintained by the Florence County Clerk of Court. You can also search through the SC Judicial Department at sccourts.org. Court records show what happened after the booking, including hearings, pleas, and case outcomes. Combining booking reports with court records gives you a more complete view of a Florence arrest case.
Note: Under Section 23-3-120, the Florence Police Department reports arrest data to SLED, so Florence arrests appear in the statewide CATCH database.
Florence Arrest Processing Steps
After an arrest in Florence, the officer transports the person to the Florence County Detention Center. Booking staff record personal details, take fingerprints and a photograph, and log the charges. The booking report is created during this process.
A bond hearing follows within 24 hours in most cases. The judge decides whether to set a bond and at what amount. Some people post bond and are released the same day. Others remain in custody at the Florence County Detention Center. The booking report stays on file regardless of the case outcome.
Florence is a regional hub in the Pee Dee area of South Carolina. The city's location along major highways means the police department handles arrests involving both local residents and people passing through. South Carolina law under Section 17-1-40 governs arrest record keeping requirements that the Florence Police Department follows for all of these cases.
Florence County Booking Reports
Florence is the county seat of Florence County. City arrests are processed through the Florence County Detention Center. For full county booking report details, detention center contacts, and inmate search information, visit the Florence County page.
Nearby South Carolina Cities
Other cities in the Florence area have their own booking reports. Select a city to find arrest and booking details for that location.