The Clerk of Court - elected by the people - plays an essential role in our free and democratic society by:
Serving the community as an elected trustee
Serving as a preserver of history and protector of public funds
Assisting with local court activities
Assisting citizens with many of their day-to-day needs
Providing oversight of and safeguards for collected tax dollars
The Clerk of Court Adds Value to Your Daily Life
The Clerk of Court helps residents interact easily with the court system and other local government processes. Services include:
Jury duty coordination
Traffic citations payment options
Marriage license applications
Property deed documentation
Divorce filings
Passport applications
The Clerk of Court Assists You in the Court Process
The Clerk of Court assists residents with filing many types of cases that do not need an attorney. For example, your Clerk's Office will provide you with the paperwork and direction necessary to file a small claim case.
The Clerk of Court Helps Local Families
The Clerk of Court provides assistance to protect the best interests of family members involved in child support cases or domestic violence:
Keeps the official records for child support payments
Provides information and processes restraining orders against violators for victims of domestic violence.
The Clerk of Court is the Guardian of Taxpayer Dollars
In many Florida counties, the Clerk of Court is also the County Comptroller. The Florida Constitution places accountability with your local Clerk of Court as the Comptroller entrusting the office with public fund oversight.
Accountant and auditor for the Board of County Commissioners
Ex-officio member of the Board of County Commissioners
As the county's Chief Financial Officer, ensures that county funds are spent according to law
The Clerk of Court is the Preserver of Public Records
Our way of life and democratic process rely on accurate historical records. The Clerk of Court maintains public records related to:
Property deeds
Court proceedings
Other important legal documents, including marriage records
The Clerk of Court Provides Access & Protects your Privacy
The Clerk of Court is also responsible for making sure citizens have convenient access to public records and that an individual's privacy is protected:
Official Records are available over the Internet for ease of access
The Clerk's Office uses the latest technology to keep private information such as social security numbers and bank account numbers out of the wrong hands
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Whether a partner in the court system, providing government accountability to its citizens or maintaining the public records:
