This page helps users handle court records tasks in Leon County, Florida, including case searches, docket review, document requests, and copy options through official Clerk services.
The main public channel is the Leon County Clerk of Courts Civil Case Search, with additional support through the Leon County Clerk of Court's Records Request System when a record needs staff assistance or copies.
Leon County Clerk of Courts case search
Use the Clerk’s public court search to look for electronic civil, criminal, and traffic case information that is not confidential or exempt from public access.
- Last name, case number, or ticket number
- Optional first name or company name
- Optional begin date and end date
- Optional court type filters, such as civil, criminal, traffic, probate, guardianship, or small claims categories shown in the search tool
The search page also lets users choose civil or criminal name search. Civil traffic cases before January 1, 2004 must be searched through the civil name search option.
- Open the search Leon County court cases by name, case number, or ticket number.
- Select the correct name search type when using a person or business name.
- Enter the required search information and apply any useful court type or date filters.
- Open a matching case result to review docket entries and case details.
Popup blockers may interfere with the search site. Disable them before using the Clerk’s case search.
Case details and docket entries
After opening a case, the Clerk’s system may show case status, parties, court events, costs, fees, fines, payment plan details, and progress docket entries. The exact information depends on the case type.
Progress docket entries are the main place to review filings and activity in a case. Some entries have associated images, but not all docket entries or older cases include scanned images.
Older cases may have limited images because scanning was not always available. Some older paper files may no longer exist if they were destroyed under the applicable judicial records retention rule.
Court record copies and document requests
When a docket entry supports document ordering, users may use the “Request Document” checkbox beside a progress docket entry. The Clerk reviews requested documents for redaction and then provides charge information when fees apply.
For cases with no available images, older files, historical probate matters, microfilm, ledgers, index cards, offsite storage, or broader court record requests, use the Clerk’s request system to submit and track a court records request.
Payment is due before requested documents are released. For requests that require extensive staff time or technology resources, the Clerk may require a deposit before completing the request.
Online access limits and Secure Web
Anonymous public users can view certain public record types when images are available for Circuit Civil, County Civil, Small Claims, Traffic, Criminal Traffic, Misdemeanor, and Felony cases.
Registered users may have broader access through Secure Web, including available images for Family Law, Guardianship, and Probate cases. Parties to certain protected case types may have additional access after identity verification.
Access to protected or confidential records is controlled by Florida Rule of Judicial Administration 2.420 and related court access rules. Redacted information may be available online, while some protected records require Secure Web access or Clerk review.
Fees for court record copies
Common record fees listed by the Clerk include the following amounts.
| Record item | Fee |
|---|---|
| Electronic court or official record copy, if available | No charge |
| Certification | $2.00 |
| Normal-size copies | $1.00 per page |
| Oversized copies | $5.00 per page |
| Exemplified certificates | $7.00 |
Leon County court records contacts
Use these Clerk contacts for court record access, records requests, and Secure Web questions.
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Leon County Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller, County Courthouse, 301 S. Monroe Street, #100, Tallahassee, FL 32301
Phone: (850) 606-4000 -
Clerk Secure Web and court document access
Email: [email protected] -
Circuit Civil
Phone: (850) 606-4170 -
County Civil / Small Claims
Phone: (850) 606-4110
Common questions
Where can I search Leon County court records online?
Use the Clerk’s public court search to look up available civil, criminal, and traffic case information by name, case number, or ticket number.
Can I see every court document online?
No. Some records are confidential, exempt, protected, not imaged, or limited by court access rules. Older cases may also have limited or no scanned images.
What should I do if the docket entry has no image?
You can request the document through the Clerk. If no image exists, the Clerk may provide a scanned or paper version and advise you of any charges before release.
How do I request older or archived court records?
Use the Clerk’s records request system for older cases, historical probate matters, offsite files, microfilm, ledgers, index cards, and requests that need staff assistance.
Are certified copies available?
Yes. Certified copies can be obtained through the Clerk’s online options when available, including e-Certify links at the case level or within Secure Web.
Are public records requests private?
No. The Clerk states that any request for information is considered a public record and may be made public.