Court records of Okeechobee County, Florida, are available through several channels. OkeechobeeCourt.us allows you to search for public information about court cases in the county. Additionally, records can be found through the official resources of the state court system, the clerk of court's office, and public terminals installed directly in the courthouse.
Okeechobee Court System & Jurisdictions
Okeechobee County is part of the 19th Judicial Circuit of Florida. There are two levels of courts here — the Circuit Court and the County Court, each handling different categories of cases.
Circuit Court
This is a court of general jurisdiction. It handles more serious cases:
- Criminal felony cases (serious crimes)
- Civil lawsuits over $50,000
- Family law — divorce, child custody, alimony (more details on the dissolution of marriage page)
- Probate and inheritance cases (probate — the legal process of distributing property after death)
- Juvenile cases
- Some appeals from County Court
The courthouse is located at the address listed on the Fourth District court locations page:
County Court
This court handles everyday cases. A speeding ticket is a County Court matter.
- Misdemeanors (minor criminal offenses)
- Civil lawsuits up to $50,000
- Small Claims cases — up to $8,000
- Traffic violations
- Violations of municipal and county ordinances
Appeals from County Court decisions are filed with the Circuit Court. If the case involves a state-level appeal, documents can be found through the ACIS system.
Okeechobee Court Calendar & Upcoming Hearings
To find out the schedule of hearings for today, tomorrow, or this week, contact the clerk of court's office at (863) 763-2131. The clerk can confirm the date and time of a specific hearing and inform you of the room where it will take place.
The statewide Florida Courts portal provides access to case and document searches in state courts. For appellate cases, use the Florida Appellate Case Information System (ACIS), where case files and electronic materials are published.
Some practical tips:
- Call the court office in advance — the schedule may change.
- Bring the case number if you know it: this will speed up the search.
- Public terminals in the courthouse allow you to independently view the hearing calendar.
How to Get a Copy of a Okeechobee Court Document
Copies of court documents are stored and issued by the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Okeechobee County. There are two types of copies:
- Uncertified copy — suitable for personal reference or personal archive.
- Certified copy — has the clerk's seal and signature, accepted as an official document by other institutions and courts.
How to Order
In person: visit the clerk of court's office at the address below. Bring identification and, if possible, the case number.
By mail: send a written request with the full name of the party involved, type of case, approximate date, and desired copy format (uncertified or certified). Include a check or money order for the appropriate amount.
To obtain a divorce certificate as a separate document, contact the Florida Department of Health, which issues extracts from dissolution of marriage decrees.
Some records have restricted access — cases involving minors, sealed or expunged records, and certain family cases. Ask the clerk if the document is public before paying for a copy.
Okeechobee Court Records Fees & Payment
Fees are set according to the Florida Statutes (specifically, Florida Statutes Chapter 28). Below are typical fees — check current amounts directly with the clerk's office.
| Service | Approximate Cost |
|---|---|
| Document copy (per page) | $1.00 |
| Document certification | $2.00 per document |
| Case registry search (per name) | $2.00 per name, per year |
| Court order copy (per page) | $1.00 |
Payment is usually accepted in cash, check, or money order made payable to the Clerk of the Circuit Court. Check in advance for the possibility of card payment by phone.
If you are looking for information about county inmates, the Florida Department maintains a catalog of county jails with links to inmate searches. To check the status of inmates in state correctional facilities, use the Florida Department of Corrections search.