Public Records

A Public Policy of Open Government
The Florida Constitution and Florida Statutes §119 and §286 safeguard every Floridian’s right of access to government meetings and public records. In Florida, disclosure is the standard, unless the Legislature allows an exemption or the records are otherwise confidential. Every citizen has the right to obtain public records that are not exempted or confidential. Citizens and the media can easily request public records from Pinellas County government. The requester is responsible for any cost of providing the documentation, which includes staff time, cost of copies and other costs that are associated with the request.

Free Online Public Records Searches
Many public records requests are available online at no charge using the links below.

Court Records

• Civil - Small Claims, Judgments, mortgage foreclosures, Landlord/Tenant
• Criminal Records - Felony, Misdemeanors, Court information
• Divorce Records - Alimony
• Family Case Records - Child Support, Name Change, Injunctions
• Probate Records - Estate & Wills, Guardianships & Mental Health
• Traffic Related Records - Parking, Boating & Red Light Tickets

Marriage Licenses, Deeds, and Other Official Records

• Marriage Certificates
• Property Deeds, Mortgages and Liens
• Bankruptcy Documents
• And many more

Tax Records

• Property Taxes
• Auto Tags
• Driver’s Licenses

Accessibility Assistance

Birth and Death Certificates:
Birth Certificate

Death Certificate

Requesting a Staff-Assisted Public Records Search

If you cannot locate the records you need through the online systems above, Pinellas County staff can help.

Go to the Clerk's Online Copy Request and Payment Center to request the records listed below:

• Civil - Small Claims Judgements, mortgage foreclosures, Landlord/Tenant
• Criminal Records – Felony, Misdemeanors, Traffic, Court information
• Divorce Records - Alimony
• Family Case Records – Child Support, Name Change, Injunctions
• Marriage Certificate
• Probate Records – Estate & Wills, Guardianships & Mental Health
• Property Deeds - Mortgages and Liens
• Traffic Related Records – Parking, Boating & Red Light Tickets

For all other requests, please select one of the options below.

• E-mail: Click on the Request Public Records form to electronically request public records. To help us expedite and avoid delays in processing your request, please be as detailed as possible with the information you are requesting. When you submit a request, it is forwarded to Pinellas County Marketing & Communications for review. The request is then forwarded to the department liaison responsible for processing your request. You will receive an email acknowledging your request and informing you of the steps required to complete your request.
• Mail: Request public records by mail. Send your request to: Public Records Request, Pinellas County Marketing & Communications, located at, 333 Chestnut St., Clearwater, FL 33756. To help us expedite and avoid delays in processing your request, please be as detailed as possible with the information you are requesting. The request will be reviewed and forwarded to the department liaison responsible for processing your request. You will be notified by mail to let you know that your request has been received and the steps required to complete your request.
• In person: When requesting public records in person, you can stop by Pinellas County Marketing & Communications, located at, 333 Chestnut St., Clearwater, FL 33756. (727) 464-4600. Also, you may make a Public Record Request at any Pinellas County Department, click on the link for department information. http://www.pinellascounty.org/departments.htm. When you arrive, provide your public records request. To help us expedite and avoid delays in processing your request, please be as detailed as possible with the information you are requesting. The request will be reviewed and forwarded to the department liaison responsible for processing your request. You will be notified through your preferred communication method of updates relating to your request.
• By Phone: When requesting public records by phone, contact Pinellas County Marketing & Communications, (727) 464-4600. To help us expedite and avoid delays in processing your request, please be as detailed as possible with the information you are requesting. The request will be reviewed and forwarded to the department liaison responsible for processing your request. You will be notified through your preferred communication method of updates relating to your request.

Spending in the Sunshine View detailed Pinellas County government financial transactions

return to top