Davie Court Records
Davie court records are filed and stored by the Broward County Clerk of Courts at 540 SE 3rd Avenue in Fort Lauderdale. This town of over 112,000 sits in the heart of Broward County within the 17th Judicial Circuit.
Davie Quick Facts
Broward County Clerk of Courts
Davie is an unincorporated town in Broward County. All court cases for Davie go through the Broward County Clerk of Courts. The clerk runs both circuit and county court operations from the main courthouse in Fort Lauderdale. There is no separate court office in Davie itself.
The clerk's office handles civil, criminal, family, probate, and traffic court records for Davie residents. Under Florida Statute Chapter 119, court records are public. Anyone can ask to see them. The only exceptions are cases that a judge has sealed or records the law makes confidential. You do not need to give a reason to view court files.
The Broward County Clerk homepage provides quick links to court records, case searches, and other services that Davie residents use most.
From the main site, you can also find forms for family cases, fee schedules, and jury duty details. Davie residents handle most court business through this central office or online.
| Office | Broward County Clerk of Courts |
|---|---|
| Address | 540 SE 3rd Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301 |
| Phone | (954) 831-7283 |
| Website | browardclerk.org |
How to Search Davie Court Records Online
The Broward County case search portal is the main tool for looking up court records in Davie. You can search by name, case number, or date range. The system covers civil, criminal, family, and traffic cases filed in the 17th Judicial Circuit.
Basic searches are free. No account is needed to check a case status or look up a court date. The portal shows party names, docket entries, and filing dates for most cases in Davie.
The Web2 search portal for Broward County lets you find cases across all court divisions, including those filed by Davie residents.
Under Florida Statute 119.0714, the clerk keeps social security numbers and bank account data out of public view. You do not need to file a request to have that info redacted. Some sealed or confidential cases will not show up in results at all. If your search returns too many hits, try adding a middle name or date range to narrow things down.
Getting Copies of Davie Court Records
You can get copies of court records through the Broward Clerk records request page. Certified copies cost $1 per page. Plain copies may cost less. You can order in person at the Fort Lauderdale courthouse or submit a request online.
For Davie residents who need official records like deeds or liens, the Broward County Official Records Search is a separate tool. It covers property transfers, mortgage filings, and recorded judgments. This is different from the court case search.
Processing times vary. Simple copy requests may take a day or two. More complex requests that need a clerk review can take longer. Call the office at (954) 831-7283 if you have questions about a request for Davie court records.
Family Court Records in Davie
Family cases for Davie go through the Broward County Family Division. This covers divorce, child custody, paternity, and domestic violence cases. Some family records are confidential by law. Child abuse and dependency files have strict limits on who can view them.
Davie residents filing for divorce must meet Florida's residency rules. At least one spouse needs to have lived in the state for six months before filing. The case goes to the Broward County Circuit Court. Filing fees change from time to time, so check with the clerk for the current amount.
You can file court documents through the Florida Courts E-Filing Portal. Filing through the portal is available around the clock. Court fees still apply even though the portal itself is free to use. Credit card payments carry a processing fee.
Criminal Court Records for Davie
Criminal cases in Davie are handled by the 17th Judicial Circuit Court. Felonies go to circuit court. Misdemeanors stay in county court. The Broward Clerk stores all criminal court records for both levels.
You can look up charges, case status, and court dates through the Web2 portal. Arrest records and booking info come from the Broward Sheriff's Office, not the clerk. The Florida Department of Law Enforcement also runs a statewide criminal history check if you need records from outside Broward County.
Under Florida Rule of Judicial Administration 2.420, criminal court records are public unless sealed by a judge. Juvenile cases are treated differently and are not part of the standard public search. Supreme Court Administrative Order AOSC 16-14 allows the clerk to post court documents online for public viewing, but sealed or confidential files stay hidden.
More Court Resources for Davie Residents
The Florida Court Clerks & Comptrollers site connects all 67 county clerks in the state. You can search official records, pay traffic fines, or check jury duty info through their portal. Davie residents who need forms or self-help guides can visit the Florida Courts Help center.
For online payments, the MyFloridaCounty.com portal lets you pay court fees from home. You get a receipt right away. This is the same system used across all Florida counties, so it works for any Broward County case filed by a Davie resident.
Davie is part of Broward County, which is one of the largest counties in Florida by population. The 17th Judicial Circuit covers all of Broward County. If you are not sure which county handles your case, check the address where the incident happened or where the filing took place. That county's clerk will have the records.
Nearby Cities
These cities are near Davie in Broward County. Court records for each are handled by the Broward County Clerk of Courts.