The Lee County Sheriff’s Office Corrections Bureau is responsible for the operation and maintenance of all Lee County jail facilities, which include the following:
Address: 2115 Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Fort Myers, FL 33901
Phone: 239 477-1700
The ESE/Juvenile School Program is operated by the Lee County School District and provides educational services to eligible individuals who are incarcerated. The program serves:
In addition to academic instruction, the program also helps students prepare for the GED test, supporting them in continuing their education and working toward future success.
The GED Program provides educational opportunities for incarcerated individuals who have not yet earned a high school diploma. Participants receive instruction and support to prepare for the GED exam. Once they are ready, they are given the opportunity to take the official GED fourpart test at our on-site Pearson View testing facility, overseen by The Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation Testing.
The Life Skills Program is a three-month curriculum designed to help inmates develop the tools they need to successfully manage daily challenges. The program focuses on building positive habits, improving decision-making, and preparing for life after incarceration.
Topics covered include:
The Chaplain’s Office provides spiritual and emotional support to both inmates and staff at the Lee County Jail. With the help of more than 100 community volunteers, the office oversees approximately 50 religious services each week, which inmates may attend voluntarily.
For those unable to attend services, faith-based study materials are available, and the office can also coordinate clergy visits with an inmate’s spiritual leader. In addition, the Chaplain’s Office helps meet religious needs by arranging for specialized diets, head coverings, prayer towels, and by providing reading glasses for indigent inmates.
Whether through in-person services, classes, or written materials, the Chaplain’s Office is dedicated to encouraging, teaching, and guiding individuals toward personal growth—helping them build a stronger foundation for their future, their families, and their communities.
The Residential Substance Abuse Treatment Program is a six-month program designed for inmates struggling with substance use or addiction. The program works closely with the courts, and most participants are court-ordered to attend. It combines intensive behavioral modification classes with key topics from the Life Skills Program to support recovery and long-term success.
Participants in the program focus on:
For inmates seeking additional support in their recovery journey, the facility partners with outside agencies to provide regular peer-support meetings. These programs offer guidance, accountability, and encouragement from individuals with shared experiences.
Meetings available include:
Sheriff Marceno launched this initiative to help keep Lee County a clean and welcoming community for residents and visitors alike. The program utilizes inmate workers with minor charges to assist in cleaning roadways across the county, teaching responsibility and encouraging a sense of community ownership.
Under the supervision of two Corrections deputies, inmate workers are on the road, collecting trash and debris caused by illegal dumping or normal buildup. This effort not only benefits the community but also provides inmates with the opportunity to contribute positively while in custody.
In partnership with Human and Veteran Services, the Veterans Program provides specialized support for incarcerated veterans.
Veterans participate in Moral Reconation Therapy (MRT)—an evidence-based, cognitivebehavioral treatment program that follows a step-by-step approach to enhance moral reasoning, strengthen personal responsibility, and improve decision-making.
The Re-Entry Case Management Program supports individuals as they approach their release date by helping them prepare for a successful transition back into the community.
The program focuses on addressing immediate needs and providing resources that promote long-term stability and productivity, ultimately reducing recidivism.
Services include:
The Jail is a maximum security facility with 457 beds. It serves as the central intake and booking facility for all people arrested within Lee County.
The Core Facility is a medium/maximum security facility with 1,216 beds. This facility is also the primary housing facility for the female inmate population. The Core facility provides the main operating services such as food, medical and laundry for Corrections.
The CPU is a minimum security facility with 336 beds. It offers a wide array of programs to assist inmates with re-entry skills, and alcohol and drug treatment.
To determine if a person is a registered elderly or disabled predator, go to the Florida Department of Corrections’ website and search its Corrections Offender Network database. Type in the name of the person you want to search and/or Department of Corrections number, select “CRIMES AGAINST THE ELDERLY AND DISABLED” from the dropdown and submit your request. The final step is to refine your search to either incarcerated inmates, released inmates or inmates on parole.
The same work ethic, responsibility, and hands-on skills developed through programs at Nan’s Ranch extend far beyond the ranch itself. Through C4 — Carmine’s Corrections Cleanup Crew — inmates are given opportunities to actively serve the community by helping beautify Lee County, assist with storm cleanup, restore neglected public spaces, and respond to areas identified by local residents.
C4 represents more than cleanup efforts. It is a program built on accountability, teamwork, pride, and second chances — allowing participants to contribute positively while developing valuable workforce experience and practical life skills.
C4 crews work throughout Lee County tackling overgrown areas, roadside cleanup, storm debris removal, public access restoration, and beautification projects identified by local residents. From bus stops and roadways to neighborhoods and public spaces, the team works daily to improve the appearance and accessibility of the community.
Residents regularly submit areas needing attention, and C4 responds quickly and efficiently to help keep Lee County clean, safe, and welcoming for everyone.
