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Hernando County Detention Center Overview and Operations

This document outlines the operational scope, mission, and regulatory standards of the Hernando County Detention Center. It details the facility's capacity, inmate population, accreditation history, and upcoming public meetings regarding federal immigration enforcement cooperation.

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Why It Matters

The facility serves as the primary intake and holding center for all law enforcement agencies in Hernando County, with a capacity of 812 inmates and specific oversight requirements for safety and constitutional compliance.

Key Facts

  • The Hernando County Detention Center has an authorized capacity of 812 inmates.
  • The facility houses adult males, females, and juveniles aged 14-17 adjudicated as adults.
  • The facility serves as the central booking and intake location for all law enforcement agencies in the county.
  • The facility holds individuals awaiting trial, those unable to post bail, and those sentenced to less than one year.
  • The facility is subject to Florida Model Jail Standards (FMJS) and oversight by the Florida Corrections Accreditation Commission (FCAC).
  • The facility was most recently reaccredited by the FCAC on June 18, 2025.
  • The facility received PREA (Prison Rape Elimination Act) accreditation on June 28, 2024.
  • A 287(g) Steering Committee Meeting is scheduled for July 27 from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. at the facility.
  • The FMJS Committee consists of three representatives from the Florida Sheriffs Association and two from the Florida Association of Counties.
  • The FCAC board consists of 12 volunteer members, including one from the Office of the Chief Inspector General.

Who's Mentioned

organizationFlorida Corrections Accreditation Commission“Provides accreditation to correctional facilities that meet specific professiona”organizationHernando County Sheriff's Office“The operator of the detention center.”location16425 Spring Hill Dr., Brooksville Fl 34604“Physical address of the detention center.”organizationFlorida Model Jail Standards Committee“Governs the standards that local jails in Florida must comply with.”locationHernando County Detention Center“The central booking and intake facility for Hernando County.”location16425 Spring Hill Drive, Brooksville, FL 34604“Physical address of the detention center.”