This page helps users handle court records tasks in Putnam County, Florida, including online case access, registered viewing, court record requests, and related Clerk services.
Putnam County OCRS is the main online court records search, and the Putnam County Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller handles court record access, registration assistance, and Clerk-related records requests.
Putnam County OCRS court records search
Use search Putnam County OCRS court records to start with the official online court records search for Putnam County.
OCRS offers different access levels. Public access allows anonymous searching, while attorney, registered user, and party access require a user ID and password.
- Open the Putnam County OCRS page.
- Select the access option that matches your role.
- Use Public access for anonymous court record access when it fits your need.
- Use the Clerk’s registration process if you need registered, attorney, or party access.
Access note: Online access to court records is governed by Florida AOSC 16-107.
OCRS access options
The online court records search separates users by access type:
| Access option | What it is for | Login required |
|---|---|---|
| Public | Anonymous access to court records | No |
| Attorney | Attorneys of record viewing their cases | Yes |
| Registered User | Registered user access to court records | Yes |
| Party Access | Party access to court records | Yes |
Registered user, attorney, and party access
Users who need access beyond the anonymous Public option can use the Clerk’s online viewing agreement. The agreement covers Registered User, Attorney of Record, and Party Access viewing.
The form asks for identifying and contact details before the Clerk issues login credentials when approved.
- Name
- Email address
- Mailing address
- City, state, and ZIP code
- Phone number
- Bar number, for attorneys only
- Party names for Party Access
The completed agreement must be notarized. Once completed, it can be emailed to [email protected].
Use the complete the OCRS online registration agreement form when you need registered viewing credentials.
Clerk records requests and request tracking
The Putnam County Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller provides a records request tracking page for users who already submitted a request.
To track a request, you need the request number and security key exactly as they appear in the confirmation. Use track a Putnam County Clerk records request to check the status.
Court services and case-related records
The Clerk’s court services pages describe the court divisions and record areas users may encounter when reviewing or requesting Putnam County court records.
- Civil Court includes circuit civil and county civil matters.
- Criminal Court includes felony, misdemeanor, juvenile delinquency, and criminal traffic case areas.
- Probate covers court-supervised estate administration and related filings.
- Appeals prepares and monitors records on appeal.
- Small Claims handles claims for monetary damages up to and including $8,000.00.
- Civil Traffic covers citation payments, traffic school election, no contest options, and hearing requests.
- Foreclosures are handled through the Clerk’s Circuit Civil Department for foreclosure sales.
Filing, dockets, and court reminders
For filing court documents online, the Florida Courts E-Filing Portal serves as the statewide filing access point for registered users. The portal support desk line is (850) 577-4609, and listed business hours are weekdays from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm ET.
Users can also review the daily docket and use Florida Courts eNotify for courtesy text or email reminders about upcoming court events. eNotify is not the official record or notice of a court event; official notice comes from the Clerk of Court’s office.
Putnam County court records contacts
Use these Clerk contacts for OCRS login help, registration questions, and court record access routing.
- Putnam County Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller — Main mailing address: PO Box 758, Palatka, FL 32178
- OCRS registration and viewing assistance — Phone: (386) 326-7605; Email: [email protected]
- Putnam County Courthouse — 410 St. Johns Avenue, Palatka, Florida 32177; Circuit Court and County Court
- Customer Service Center — 518 St. Johns Avenue, Palatka, Florida 32177; Operations, Recording, and Customer Service Center
Common questions
Where can I search Putnam County court records online?
Start with Putnam County OCRS. The Public option allows anonymous access, while other access levels require login credentials.
Do I need a login for Putnam County OCRS?
You do not need a login for Public access. Attorney, Registered User, and Party Access require a user ID and password.
How do I get registered access to online court records?
Complete the OCRS online registration agreement, have it notarized, and email the completed agreement to [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]).
Who helps with OCRS user ID and password issues?
The Clerk’s Office provides OCRS assistance. The registration agreement lists (386) 326-7605 for help with the site.
Can I track a court records request online?
Yes. The Clerk’s request tracking page requires the request number and security key from the confirmation.
Are eNotify reminders official court notices?
No. eNotify provides courtesy reminders by text or email. Official notice of a court event comes from the Clerk of Court’s office.