Court records for Volusia County, Florida, are available through several channels. VolusiaCourt.us allows you to search for publicly accessible information about court cases in the county. Additionally, records can be found through official court resources, including the Clerk of Circuit Court portal, directly at the court clerk's office, or at public terminals in court buildings. Below is a detailed overview of the county's court system, procedures for searching hearing calendars, obtaining document copies, and current fees.
Volusia Court System & Jurisdictions
Volusia County is part of the Seventh Judicial Circuit of Florida, which also includes Flagler, Putnam, and St. Johns counties. The court system here is divided into two main levels — Circuit Court and County Court — each handling different categories of cases.
Circuit Court
This is a court of general jurisdiction. It handles serious cases:
- Felony criminal cases (serious crimes)
- Civil lawsuits with a dispute amount over $50,000
- Family law — divorce, child custody, alimony
- Probate and guardianship cases
- Juvenile cases — both delinquency and dependency
- Mental health cases under the Baker Act
The Circuit Court also hears appeals from County Court decisions. Decisions of the Circuit Court itself are appealed to the Fifth District Court of Appeal of Florida.
County Court
Most residents encounter this court. It handles:
- Minor criminal cases (misdemeanors) — theft, disorderly conduct
- Civil lawsuits with a dispute amount up to $50,000, including small claims (up to $8,000)
- Traffic violations and transportation offenses
- Local ordinance violations
Federal cases involving Volusia County are handled by the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida with a division in Orlando.
Clerk of Circuit Court
The Clerk of Circuit Court maintains all court records for both levels. The mailing address for correspondence is:
Contact information can also be found through the Florida County Clerks Directory.
Volusia Court Calendar & Upcoming Hearings
To find out about scheduled hearings for today, tomorrow, or within the week, use the online tools of the Volusia County Clerk of Circuit Court. The office publishes court calendars through its web portal — usually with search options by case number, party name, or judge's last name.
Some practical tips:
- Visit the official Clerk of Circuit Court website and find the "Court Calendars" or "Court Schedule" section.
- Select the type of court — Circuit or County — and specify the date or date range.
- The results will show the hearing time, room number, judge's name, and case number.
The hearing schedule may change. Rescheduling and cancellations occur frequently, so it's advisable to check the schedule right before visiting the court. Public terminals in the DeLand courthouse also allow viewing of the current calendar.
Information about active sheriff's calls — not court hearings, but related to law enforcement — can be viewed separately on the Volusia Sheriff's Office website.
How to Get a Copy of a Volusia Court Document
Copies of court documents are issued by the Clerk of Circuit Court. There are two types of copies — uncertified and certified, and the difference between them is significant.
Certified vs. Uncertified Copies
A certified copy bears the clerk's seal and confirms the authenticity of the document. It is required for submission to other courts, government agencies, or for immigration procedures. An uncertified copy is simply a printout for review.
Ways to Obtain
- Online: Some documents are available for download through the clerk's portal. Certified copies usually need to be ordered separately.
- In Person: Visit the clerk's office in DeLand or one of the court branches. Bring the case number or full party name — this will greatly speed up the search.
- By Mail: Send a written request specifying the case number, document type, and payment to the address:
Some records have restricted access. Juvenile cases, certain family cases, and sealed or expunged criminal records are not released without a court order. The Volusia County Sheriff's Office separately handles requests for arrest records, their sealing, and expungement.
Volusia Court Records Fees & Payment
The fees for court records in Florida are primarily regulated by Florida Statute § 28.24. Below are the typical fees applied by the Volusia County Clerk of Circuit Court.
| Service | Approximate Cost |
|---|---|
| Record search (by name, by case) | $2.00 per year searched |
| Uncertified copy (per page) | $1.00 for the first page; $0.15 for each additional page |
| Document certification | $2.00 per certification |
| Certified copy of judgment | Depends on the number of pages + $2.00 for certification |
| Duplicate marriage certificate | Determined separately; certificates are also issued by the County Health Department |
Payments are usually accepted in cash, money order, or credit/debit card. An additional processing fee may be charged for online orders. Exact amounts and acceptable payment methods are recommended to be confirmed directly with the clerk's office, as administrative fees are periodically reviewed.
For state-level criminal record searches, you can contact the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE), which maintains a centralized criminal history registry. This search has a separate procedure and its own fees.