Nassau County Court Records Search

Nassau County court records are managed by the Clerk of Court in Fernandina Beach. The county sits at the far northeast corner of Florida, just north of Jacksonville, with a population of about 95,000. Clerk John A. Crawford oversees all court records operations. The clerk's office handles civil, criminal, family, and traffic case filings for the entire county. Court records in Nassau County are public under Florida law unless sealed by a judge or made confidential by statute. You can search for case filings on the clerk's website or visit the courthouse in Fernandina Beach.

Nassau County Clerk of Court

The Nassau County Clerk of Court is the official custodian of all court records in the county. Clerk John A. Crawford runs the office in Fernandina Beach. You can reach the clerk at (904) 548-4600. The office handles all case filings, stores court documents, and provides copies to the public. Under Florida Statute Chapter 119, court records in Nassau County are open unless sealed by a judge or exempted by law.

Nassau County is part of the 4th Judicial Circuit, which also includes Clay and Duval counties. This circuit is anchored by Jacksonville in Duval County, the largest city in the circuit. The circuit court handles felony cases, civil disputes over $50,000, family law, probate, and juvenile matters. County court in Nassau covers misdemeanors, small claims, and traffic cases. Both types of records go through the clerk's office in Fernandina Beach. Nassau County has been growing fast in recent years, which means the volume of court filings has gone up too.

The Nassau County Clerk website gives you information on court services and online record searches.

The site also covers official records, marriage licenses, and jury duty for Nassau County residents.

Nassau County Court Records Online Search

Nassau County court records can be searched through the clerk's court records page. The system lets you look up cases by party name, case number, or other search terms. It covers civil, criminal, family, and traffic cases filed in the county. The clerk's online tools are well-organized and give you good access to case data. You can view basic case information and, for many filings, see documents directly on the website.

The clerk also provides access to official records for property documents like deeds and liens. This is a separate database from court records. Make sure you search the right one for what you need. Court records cover lawsuits, criminal cases, and other court proceedings. Official records are for property and recording matters.

The Florida Courts website provides statewide resources that also apply to Nassau County cases.

From the state portal you can access appellate records, self-help guides, and links to all circuit courts across Florida.

Note: Nassau County's online records system has gotten better over the years as the county has grown, but some older case filings may only be available at the courthouse in Fernandina Beach.

Public Access to Nassau County Records

Court records in Nassau County fall under the same public access framework that covers all 67 Florida counties. Florida Statute 119.0714 requires clerks to strip out personal data like social security numbers and bank account numbers before court records go public. Anyone who files a document in Nassau County must also remove confidential details before they submit it to the clerk.

Florida Rule of Judicial Administration 2.420 controls which court records are open and which can be sealed. Most records are public. Juvenile cases, mental health proceedings, and records sealed by a judge are restricted. If you think the Nassau County clerk is wrongly keeping a record from you, you can challenge it under Rule 2.420 by filing a written motion with the court.

Supreme Court Administrative Order AOSC 16-14 allows courts to post public documents online. Nassau County follows this order and has been expanding its online record access. The county's growth means more records are being filed each year, and the clerk's office has worked to keep the online systems up to date.

Getting Copies of Nassau County Court Records

You can get copies of Nassau County court records by visiting the clerk's office in Fernandina Beach. You can also request copies by mail or use the online system. The clerk charges fees set by Florida law.

Standard fees for Nassau County:

• Plain copies: $1.00 per page
• Certification: $2.00 per document
• Search fee: $2.00 per year per name

Walk-in visits to the courthouse are the quickest option. The clerk's staff can pull up your case and print copies on the spot. For mail requests, write to the Nassau County Clerk of Court in Fernandina Beach with the case number, documents you need, and payment by check or money order. Call (904) 548-4600 if you need a cost estimate. New court filings must go through the Florida Courts E-Filing Portal. The state requires electronic filing for most case types now.

State Resources for Nassau County

Several statewide tools can help with Nassau County court records. The Florida Court Clerks and Comptrollers website connects to every county clerk in the state. The MyFloridaCounty portal handles online payments for court fees and fines.

The Appellate Court Information System (ACIS) gives free access to appellate case data from all Florida District Courts of Appeal and the Supreme Court. The Florida Courts Help center offers free forms and self-help guides. These resources are useful for people handling divorce, custody, small claims, or other cases without a lawyer. Nassau County residents can use all of these state tools alongside the local clerk's services.

Note: Nassau County shares the 4th Judicial Circuit with Duval and Clay counties. The circuit is based in Jacksonville, so some administrative orders and circuit resources may reference that larger metro area.

Cities in Nassau County

Fernandina Beach is the county seat and main city in Nassau County. Other communities include Yulee, Callahan, and Hilliard. The county has grown a lot over the past decade, especially in areas close to Jacksonville. All court records go through the clerk's office in Fernandina Beach. There are no cities in Nassau County with a population over 75,000, so no separate city pages exist for this county.

Nearby Counties

Nassau County borders Duval County to the south and Baker County to the west. Each county runs its own clerk's office and records system. Many Nassau County residents work in Jacksonville, so cases may sometimes be filed in Duval County instead. Check the right county before you search.