Public Records

The County Circuit Clerk of Courts is the custodian for many records, particularly court records, in Duval County. Most court records can be viewed online. For criminal cases, that information includes name, DOB, case type division, case status, next court date, charges, and timeline of court appearances.

For civil cases, court records include plaintiff and defendant names, case type division, case status, next court date, date filed, fees, and timeline of court events. For birth and death records, you can contact the Florida Department of Health’s Office of Vital Statistics.

SERVICE FEE
Copies of instruments (8 1/2 x 14 or smaller) $1.00 per page
Copies of instruments (larger than 8 1/2 x 14) $5.00 per page
Certification per Document – Deputy Clerk Assisted $2.00 per page
Certification per Document via E-Certify $2.00 statutory fee
$6.00 vendor fee
Notary service $10.00 per instrument
Fictitious Name,Uniform Commercial Code $4.00
Search Fee $2.00 per name/instrument/year
Microfilm Copy 16mm 100ft roll $42.00
Microfilm Copy 35mm 100ft roll $60.00
Certificate of Veteran Discharge, Separation or Services No Charge

To submit an open records request, you can contact the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office. An open records request is simply an official request to view particular public government or agency documents.

Deeds, which are legal documents regarding the ownership of property or legal rights, can also be obtained from the Clerk’s Office.

Kevin C. Karnes
Clerk of the Court and Comptroller
2075 Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
Fort Myers, FL 33901
239-533-5000