Duval County Sex Offender Registry
Duval County sex offender records are managed by the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office and made available to the public through state and local search tools. Use the search below to find registered sex offenders and predators living in Duval County.
Jacksonville Sheriff's Office Overview
The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office (JSO) serves as the primary law enforcement agency for Duval County. Because Jacksonville and Duval County merged into a single consolidated government in 1968, the JSO covers nearly the entire county rather than just one city. This setup means that sex offender registration for almost all Duval County residents goes through one agency, one address, and one set of procedures. There is no separate county sheriff office to deal with. The JSO handles intake, re-registration, photograph and fingerprint collection, and community notification for all registered sex offenders and predators in the county.
The JSO sex offender registration function sits within the broader law enforcement mission of an agency that serves over one million residents. They coordinate with the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) to keep the statewide registry current. Any updates to an offender's address, vehicle, or online identifiers in Duval County get pushed to the FDLE database, which then feeds into the national registry. The system is designed to keep information current and accessible to the public.
The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office website provides general information about sex offender registration requirements in Duval County.
Residents and concerned community members can use the JSO site as a starting point before cross-referencing results with the FDLE statewide database.
Where to Register in Duval County
All sex offenders and predators in Duval County must register in person with the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office. Walk-ins are accepted, but calling ahead to confirm current procedures is a good idea.
| Agency | Jacksonville Sheriff's Office (JSO) |
|---|---|
| Address | 501 E Bay St, Jacksonville, FL 32202 |
| Phone | (904) 630-0500 |
| Website | www.jaxsheriff.org |
| Registry Search | data.jacksonville.com/sex-offenders/duval/ |
The JSO facility at 501 E Bay Street is in downtown Jacksonville. Offenders traveling from other parts of the consolidated county should plan for parking and allow enough time to complete the intake process, which can take 30 minutes or longer depending on wait times. Bring valid photo ID and any court paperwork related to the conviction on the first visit.
Initial Registration Process
When a person first becomes subject to sex offender registration in Florida, the clock starts fast. Under Florida Statute § 943.0435, an offender must report in person to the sheriff's office in the county where they have a permanent, temporary, or transient residence. This applies whether they live in a house, stay in a motel, or have no fixed address at all.
The 48-hour window is strict. Offenders must report within 48 hours after being convicted of a qualifying sexual offense or after being released from custody. There is no grace period for those who say they did not know. Courts and corrections facilities are required to inform convicted individuals of their registration obligations before release, but the duty to register falls on the offender, not the state.
People moving into Duval County from another Florida county or from out of state face the same 48-hour rule. Once a person establishes a permanent, temporary, or transient residence in Duval County, they have 48 hours to report to the JSO. This applies to people who move into Jacksonville for work, family, or any other reason. The word "transient" matters here. Even staying somewhere for a few nights can trigger the registration duty if the stay meets the statutory definition.
At the initial registration appointment, the JSO will take the registrant's photograph, finger and palm prints, and collect extensive information about them. This includes vehicle descriptions, online identifiers such as email addresses and social media handles, and any place the person regularly visits. All of this data goes into the FDLE registry and is available to the public through the state's online search tool at offender.fdle.state.fl.us.
Re-Registration Schedule for Offenders and Predators
After the initial registration, offenders must keep coming back. Florida law sets different schedules based on the type of conviction. Under Florida Statute § 775.21, sexual predators must report to the county sheriff's office four times per year. Sexual offenders who are not classified as predators must report two or four times per year, depending on the nature of the underlying conviction.
Each re-registration appointment involves confirming or updating all the information on file. If an offender's address has changed, they must report the new address within 48 hours of the change. The same rule applies to changes in vehicle ownership or online accounts. Failure to update is treated the same as failure to register. Both carry serious criminal penalties.
The quarterly or biannual in-person visits are not optional. Offenders who fail to appear can be listed as non-compliant in the FDLE database, flagged for law enforcement follow-up, and charged with a felony. The JSO Career Criminal or sex offender compliance units conduct periodic checks on registered individuals to verify addresses and confirm compliance with reporting schedules.
Searching Duval County Sex Offenders
There are several ways to search for registered sex offenders in Duval County. The most direct local option is the Jacksonville open data portal at data.jacksonville.com/sex-offenders/duval/. This tool pulls current registration data and lets you filter by name, address, or area. It is a solid starting point for a quick look.
For a more complete picture, the FDLE sex offender search tool covers all 67 Florida counties and is updated regularly. You can search by name, county, city, or ZIP code. The FDLE database includes photos, physical descriptions, offense history, and current address information for all registered individuals. It is the official statewide source and the most reliable for up-to-date data.
The Florida Offender Alert system lets residents sign up for email notifications when a registered sex offender or predator moves into a defined area. This is a free service. You set the radius, and the system sends an alert if a new registration falls within that distance from your address. It is useful for people who want ongoing awareness rather than one-time lookups. The National Sex Offender Public Website (NSOPW) provides a single search point across all state registries for those tracking someone who may have moved between states.
A legal information page from a local law firm provides additional context about how Florida's sex offender laws apply in Jacksonville and what offenders can expect from the registration process.
Understanding the legal landscape helps both offenders who must comply and residents who want to know their rights to access public registry data.
Residency Restrictions in Duval County
Florida law limits where registered sex offenders and predators can live. Under § 775.215, sexual predators and certain sex offenders are prohibited from living within 1,000 feet of any school, daycare center, park, playground, or other place where children regularly gather. Duval County, which is largely urban and suburban, has many schools and parks spread throughout Jacksonville's vast land area. Finding compliant housing is a real challenge for many registrants.
The 1,000-foot rule applies to the property line of the prohibited location, not the front door. Offenders and their families should check distances carefully before signing a lease or purchasing property. If an offender moves into a location that later becomes non-compliant because a new school opens nearby, they must relocate. The obligation tracks the offender, not the address.
Local ordinances in some Florida cities add extra layers beyond state law. Jacksonville has not historically imposed additional restrictions beyond the state minimum, but this can change. Anyone with questions about current local rules should contact the JSO directly at (904) 630-0500 or consult a licensed attorney who practices criminal law in Duval County.
Cities in Duval County
Duval County operates under a consolidated city-county government, with Jacksonville functioning as the primary municipality. The city covers most of the county's land area and population.
Nearby Counties
Sex offender registrations in counties bordering Duval follow the same state rules but are processed through their own sheriff's offices.