This page helps users handle Court Records tasks in Escambia County, Florida, including searching case information, understanding access levels, and finding official copy options.
The Escambia County Clerk provides online court record search access, registration guidance for enhanced access, and Clerk E-Certify for purchasing electronic certified copies when available.
Escambia County court records search
Use the Escambia County Clerk court records search to look up public court case information. General public access does not require registration, but the search requires enough case or party detail to locate the record.
- Case number
- Last and first name
- Citation number
After choosing the best search option, complete the captcha before submitting the search.
- Open the search Escambia County court records page.
- Select a search type such as name, case number, citation number, date opened, date closed, court type, cause of action, or statute/charge.
- Enter the available information and complete the required captcha.
- Review the matching case results and docket information.
Tip: The public search is intended for general public access. Some users may need to register for a role that allows enhanced access.
Registered access for court records
The Florida Supreme Court Administrative Order 2019-20 allows online viewing of public court records, but access can vary by user role. Escambia County users may search at the general public level without registering, or register for an appropriate role when enhanced access is needed.
Registration roles listed by the Clerk include Attorney of Record, Party Access, Public Defender, State Attorney, Law Enforcement, General Government and Constitutional Officers, School Board, Commercial Purchasers of Bulk Records, Judicial and Clerk Personnel, and Registered Users and Public in Clerk's Office.
For general access, search by case number, party name, or citation number. For enhanced access, follow the Clerk's court records search registration instructions and submit the required registration agreement.
E-certified court documents
Escambia County court documents may be available for online electronic certification through Clerk E-Certify. This service allows users to select dockets, add documents to a cart, and purchase secure, reusable, verifiable e-certified documents when the documents are eligible.
To search E-Certify court records, use the case number. Remove spaces and include leading zeroes. For example, a case number formatted as 2089 CA 123 should be searched as 2089CA000123.
Start with Clerk E-Certify court search when you need eligible certified court document copies online.
Records that need staff assistance
Certain court documents cannot be handled entirely through online certification. Documents that are confidential, sealed, or protected by law must be requested through the Clerk's Public Records Center by email, in person, or by U.S. mail.
Family Law, Juvenile, and Probate documents that are confidential, sealed, or protected by law may continue to require in-person certification with a hand stamp or raised seal.
The Clerk also provides a public records request option for users requesting items such as marriage license copies, divorce decrees, court dispositions, general records searches, or confidential records.
Copy and certification fees
Common service charges for court records and public record copies include the following amounts.
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Certifying copies of any instrument in public records | $2.00 |
| Making a photographic copy up to 8 1/2 x 14 | $1.00 |
| Making a photographic copy larger than 8 1/2 x 14 | $5.00 |
| Exemplified copies, in addition to copy charge | $7.00 |
| Authenticated certificates, including signing and sealing | $7.00 |
| Searching records, for each year's search | $2.00 |
| Research per hour | Varies |
Escambia County court records contacts
Use these contacts for court record access, protected records, electronic certification, and online search support.
- Clerk's Public Records Center — 120 E Blount Street, Pensacola, FL 32501. Mailing address: Public Records Center, P.O. Box 333, Pensacola, FL 32591-0333. Phone: (850) 595-4146. Email: [email protected]. Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
- Technology — 190 W Government St, Pensacola, FL 32502. Phone: (850) 595-0168.
- E-Certify support — Phone: (888) 351-6838. Email: [email protected].
- Escambia County Clerk and Comptroller — 190 W Government Street, Pensacola, FL 32502. Mailing address: P.O. Box 333, Pensacola, FL 32591-0333.
Common questions
Where can I search Escambia County court records online?
Use the Escambia County Clerk's online court records search. You can search by case number, party name, citation number, and other available case fields.
Do I need to register to search court records?
No registration is required for general public access. Registration may be needed for users who qualify for enhanced access under a listed role.
How do I get an e-certified court document?
Use order e-certified court documents to search eligible dockets, add selected documents to a cart, and complete the certification request.
What if the court document is confidential, sealed, or protected?
Request it through the Clerk's Public Records Center. Some protected Family Law, Juvenile, or Probate documents may require in-person certification with a hand stamp or raised seal.
How should I format a case number for E-Certify?
Remove spaces and keep leading zeroes. For example, 2089 CA 123 should be entered as 2089CA000123.
Who can help with the court records search system?
For court records search registration and online access questions, contact Technology at (850) 595-0168.