Flagler County Clerk of Court: Records & Services
Looking for a Flagler County court case, a divorce filing, a criminal judgment, a recorded deed or a certified copy? The Clerk’s Office in Bunnell provides separate systems for court cases, Official Records, older documents and county services. Selecting the right one can save you unnecessary searches or a courthouse visit.
This guide explains how to use the official case-search system, find documents in the land-record index, read dockets, request archived records, check fees and contact the appropriate Clerk division. It also covers traffic, family, probate, marriage, tax deed and foreclosure services.
Which Flagler County Clerk Records System Do You Need?
Civil lawsuits, criminal charges, probate cases, family matters, traffic records and case dockets where publicly available.
Clerk’s Court Records guideUse Official Records for documents filed in the county’s recording books rather than the judicial case-management system.
Official Records Landmark portalSome early court and governmental materials date back to Flagler County’s formation in 1917. Historical instruments may be in separate indexes.
Records Management informationMarriage services are handled by the Clerk’s Official Records/Recording division.
Marriage license instructionsUse the daily docket for near-term scheduling details; consult the full case record for history and final orders.
Daily Court DocketCheck the public sales resources, auction rules and notices before relying on property-sale information.
Public Sales informationHow to Search Flagler County Court Cases by Name or Case Number
The Clerk provides remote viewing of eligible County and Circuit Civil, Criminal and Probate court records through its online court-management system. Certain documents require an approved registered-user account, and legally confidential records are excluded from unrestricted public access.
- Open the official search interface. Start at Flagler County Benchmark Case Search, also accessible through the Clerk’s Court Records page.
- Review the portal notices. Read the disclaimer and requirements before continuing.
- Select name or case-number search. Use the case number if it appears on a court notice, citation, complaint, judgment or order.
- Complete the requested fields. Enter an accurate legal name or the full case number in the format supported by Benchmark.
- Complete the CAPTCHA. The public search interface may require verification before submitting.
- Open the result. Compare the parties, case category, number and filing dates. Avoid relying on a surname match alone.
- Review the case summary and docket. Examine entries such as hearings, motions, orders, judgments, dismissals and later events.
- Check image access. Some documents are publicly available online, while others may require registered access or a Clerk copy request.
- Save the case number. Keep it for communications with the appropriate division or Records Management.
The Clerk’s Court Records page explains remote public viewing, registered access and redaction rights.
Which cases should you look for?
| Court division | Examples of records | Contact or caution |
|---|---|---|
| Circuit Civil | Qualifying higher-value civil disputes, property-title disputes, mortgage foreclosure and other Circuit Civil cases. | 386-313-4495 |
| County Civil / Small Claims | Local civil disputes, small claims, eviction and landlord-tenant matters. | 386-313-4483 |
| Felony | Felony filings, criminal docket history, available orders and case dispositions. | 386-313-4478. A filed charge is not proof of conviction. |
| Misdemeanor / Criminal Traffic | Misdemeanor proceedings, criminal traffic violations and court activity. | 386-313-4474 |
| Family Law | Divorce, domestic-relations petitions, orders and case history. | 386-313-4491. Some records are confidential or restricted. |
| Probate | Estate filings, petitions, probate orders and other eligible probate records. | 386-313-4497. Guardianship access may be restricted. |
| Juvenile | Cases involving children and protected juvenile proceedings. | 386-313-4471. Public access is limited by law. |
| Traffic | Traffic citations, court case details and dispositions. | 386-313-4353 |
How to Search Flagler County Official Records
The Recording Division stores recorded instruments affecting real property and other documents authorized by Florida law. These include deeds, mortgages, assignments, releases, satisfactions, liens, subdivision plats, notices of commencement, certain judgments and declarations of domicile.
The Clerk uses the Landmark Official Records system. It offers several search types, so you can often find a document even without knowing the exact recording book and page.
Official Records Landmark search — step by step
- Open the official recorded-document portal. Visit Flagler Clerk Landmark.
- Read the disclaimer. Select Accept to continue into the public search interface.
- Choose a search option. The home page offers Name, Document, Case Number, Book/Page, Consideration, Parcel ID, Record Date Range, Instrument Number and Legal Search.
- For a deed or mortgage, start with the name or recording reference. Use the legal grantor or grantee name, or a book/page or instrument number if you have one.
- Review the index results. Compare recording date, instrument type, parties and recording reference.
- Open the document image when released. Review the actual recording rather than relying only on the index description.
- Request a Clerk copy or certification if necessary. If a document image is unavailable, use the Recording Division contact information.
When the deed image is missing
A recently recorded instrument may appear in the index before its image has completed processing. The Clerk explains that only released images are available. Do not treat a temporarily unavailable image as evidence that the recording failed.
Contact the Recording Division at 386-313-4360 or records@flaglerclerk.gov. Provide the instrument number, recording date, names or book/page reference.
Preparing a document for recording
Before submitting a new document, the Clerk advises using legible, dark print and avoiding highlighted text that may reproduce poorly. The Recording Department reviews documents for statutory recording requirements, collects applicable fees and taxes, assigns recording numbers and indexes the instrument.
Historical Records, Early Land Books and Archived Court Files
Flagler County’s Records Management Division maintains historical county documents dating back to 1917. Collections include older court and probate records, marriage licenses, governmental journals, tax records and County Commission materials.
For documents outside the modern electronic index, use the historical search or contact Records Management rather than repeating the same modern search.
Historic index search instructions
- Open Search Historic Records.
- Search using the full name of the person associated with the record.
- If the full-name query fails, use the Clerk’s recommended wildcard technique.
- Place an asterisk immediately before the last name, such as *APPLESEED, to widen the search.
- Review returned names, book references and available record details.
- Note the identifying reference before contacting Records Management.
Archived court records and copies
- Visit Records Management.
- Identify whether your record is a closed court file, probate record, historical government book or recorded instrument.
- Gather the names, case number or recording reference, record category and approximate year.
- Contact the Clerk or visit Records Management on the first floor of the Kim C. Hammond Justice Center.
- Ask whether the record can be viewed, copied, certified or researched by staff.
- Confirm any search, reproduction and certification charge.
Flagler County Daily Court Docket and Case History
The Clerk provides a separate Daily Court Docket display. It is useful for scheduled proceedings and current court activity, but it is not a substitute for the complete case history.
- Open Flagler County Daily Court Docket.
- Use the displayed docket information to identify the relevant courtroom, judicial event or case when available.
- Check the scheduled time carefully.
- For a complete record, return to Benchmark and search the case number.
- If appearing in court, follow the current notice of hearing and any court-specific instructions.
Docket terms you should understand
Flagler County Registered User Agreement
The Clerk allows certain users to request additional remote access to court documents. The access process is governed by Florida Supreme Court electronic-record standards and does not disclose confidential records to unauthorized users.
- Open the official Court Records page.
- Find the Registered User Agreement link.
- Download the form and complete the required identification and access details.
- Have the agreement notarized as required by the Clerk’s published instructions.
- Submit the completed form by the method specified on the current agreement or Clerk website.
- Follow the Clerk’s instructions after the account is approved.
- Use the access only for records you are authorized to view.
Request removal of protected account numbers from court images
The Clerk’s Court Records page explains that an individual may request redaction of a Social Security number or complete bank, debit or credit card number contained in a court document when appropriate under the published rule.
- Locate the document in the correct court case.
- Identify the case number and the document title.
- Write down the precise page on which the protected number appears.
- Submit a written redaction request to the Clerk by an accepted delivery method.
- Include enough information for staff to identify the image and affected page.
The Clerk states that no fee is charged for this specific redaction request. Do not include additional sensitive data unnecessarily in a public submission.
How to Obtain Flagler County Clerk Certified Records
A docket, search result or ordinary downloadable document image is not automatically a certified copy. When a court, lender, government office or other recipient requires certification, request it from the Clerk.
Prepare these details first
Court record copies
- Locate the case using Benchmark.
- Note the case number and specific document.
- Contact the division that maintains the case or Records Management for unavailable images.
- Specify whether the requested copy must be certified.
- Confirm page count, certification, search and mailing charges before ordering.
Recorded document copies
- Find the instrument in Landmark Official Records.
- Save the recording reference and party names.
- Contact records@flaglerclerk.gov when the image is missing or a certified copy is required.
- Ask for the correct copy type and number of pages.
- Follow the Recording Division’s current payment and delivery instructions.
Flagler County Records, Copy, Certification and Recording Costs
The figures below come from the Clerk’s published fee schedules. They apply to the listed services, not to every court filing or financial obligation.
| Service | Published fee | Important detail |
|---|---|---|
| Assisted records search | $2 per year per name | Published Clerk research charge for records searched by staff. |
| Standard copy | $1 per page | Applies to qualifying standard-size public records copies. |
| Oversized copy | $5 per page | For qualifying copies larger than standard paper size. |
| Certification | $2 per document | Added to applicable copy costs. |
| Exemplified certificate | $7 | Special authentication when required. |
| Record a new document | $10 first page; $8.50 each additional page | Additional taxes and indexing charges may apply. |
| Extra indexed name | $1 per name after four entries | Recording-related name-indexing charge. |
| Deed documentary stamp tax | $0.70 per $100 or fraction of consideration | Depends on taxable consideration and Florida law. |
| Mortgage documentary stamp tax | $0.35 per $100 or fraction of indebtedness | Other applicable taxes, including nonrecurring intangible tax, may apply. |
| Marriage license | $86 standard; $61 with qualifying premarital course certificate | Current published Clerk fee schedule. |
| Clerk marriage ceremony | $30 | Ceremony scheduling and license requirements apply. |
View official recording and copy fees and court filing fees.
Other Flagler County Clerk Services
The Clerk offers marriage applications and ceremonies. Both applicants must complete required identity and eligibility steps. An online application does not eliminate the required in-person visit.
Marriage license instructionsContact the Traffic division for citation information, court obligations, payment questions and available options.
Traffic and court servicesReview case notices, online auction rules and property research responsibilities before bidding. Court sale and recorded title information are different research tasks.
Foreclosure sale resourcesThe Clerk provides tax deed sale information and online auction access. Check deposits, sale terms and title risks before participating.
Tax deed auction informationThe Probate division handles estate-related filings and eligible public records. Some guardianship and protected-person information is confidential.
Official Probate divisionCheck current court events and then use the full case-management system for historical entries.
Daily docketFlagler County Clerk of Court Address, Hours and Phone Numbers
Kim C. Hammond Justice Center
1769 East Moody Boulevard, Building 1Bunnell, FL 32110
General Clerk: 386-313-4400
Flagler County Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller.
Where to go in the building
First floor: Official Records/Recording and Records Management.
Second floor: Circuit and County Civil court services and criminal-court public computer access where provided.
Official Records hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–4:30 PM.
Check current court division hours and holidays before visiting.
Departmental Directory
| Service | Phone | Use for |
|---|---|---|
| General Clerk | 386-313-4400 | General questions and Clerk services. |
| Official Records / Recording | 386-313-4360 | Deeds, mortgages, liens, document copies and marriage licenses. |
| Circuit Civil / Foreclosure | 386-313-4495 | Circuit Civil case records and filings. |
| County Civil / Small Claims / Evictions | 386-313-4483 | Local civil, small claims and eviction records. |
| Felony | 386-313-4478 | Felony case and record questions. |
| Misdemeanor / Criminal Traffic | 386-313-4474 | Misdemeanor and criminal traffic cases. |
| Traffic | 386-313-4353 | Traffic citations and payment-related questions. |
| Family Law | 386-313-4491 | Divorce, domestic relations and family case records. |
| Probate | 386-313-4497 | Wills, estates, probate case information. |
| Juvenile | 386-313-4471 | Authorized juvenile case assistance. |
| Jury | 386-313-4492 | Jury reporting and status questions. |
| Tax Deeds | 386-313-4375 | Tax deed sales and records. |
No Flagler County Clerk Record Found? Check These Issues
A criminal case belongs in Benchmark, while a deed belongs in Landmark. Try the correct category first.
Use accurate legal or business names. For the historic search, the Clerk recommends wildcard searches beginning with an asterisk before the surname.
The Landmark index may exist before a new document image becomes available for public viewing.
An archived paper or historical record may be available at Records Management rather than online.
Some juvenile, family, sealed or confidential records cannot be displayed publicly.
Daily docket information changes. Use the full case file and Clerk confirmation for important deadlines.
Flagler County Clerk Official Links and Records Resources
Flagler County Clerk of Court: 10 Records & Services FAQs
1. How do I search Flagler County court cases online?
Use the Flagler County Clerk’s Benchmark case-search system. Choose name or case-number search, complete the requested fields and CAPTCHA, then open the matching case to review the case summary and docket. Confirm the case number, parties and court division before relying on a match.
2. Can I search Flagler County court records by a person’s name?
Yes. The Clerk’s online court search supports name-based searches of eligible public court information. Use the correct legal name and confirm the case number, court category and dates because multiple people can share a name.
3. Are Flagler County court records available online for free?
The Clerk provides public online viewing of eligible County and Circuit Civil, Criminal and Probate court records, subject to access restrictions. Assisted record searches, printed copies and certification may involve fees. Additional document access can require a registered-user agreement.
4. How do I search Flagler County deeds, mortgages and liens?
Use the Clerk’s Landmark Official Records portal rather than Benchmark. Accept the search disclaimer, choose Name, Document, Book/Page, Instrument Number or another supported search type, then confirm the recording details and view an available released document image.
5. How far back do Flagler County Official Records go online?
The Clerk’s subscription information lists the electronic Official Records index from September 1, 1988 to the present. Historical materials and older county records may be available through separate historic indexes or Records Management, including collections dating back to 1917.
6. How much do Flagler County Clerk copies and certified documents cost?
The published charge is $1 per standard copy page, with an additional $2 per certified document. Staff record searches are listed at $2 per year per name. Oversized copies and special forms of authentication have separate charges.
7. What if my Flagler County court record is not online?
Check the case number and court type, then contact the appropriate Clerk court division or Records Management. Older closed files may be retained in archives. Some confidential cases or documents cannot be accessed remotely by the public.
8. Can I see more Flagler County court documents with registered access?
The Clerk offers a Registered User Agreement for additional eligible remote court-document viewing. The published instructions require a notarized agreement. Registration does not provide access to records protected by statute or court order.
9. Where is the Flagler County Clerk of Court located?
The Clerk’s main office is at the Kim C. Hammond Justice Center, 1769 East Moody Boulevard, Building 1, Bunnell, FL 32110. The general telephone number is 386-313-4400. Official Records services are on the first floor, with published hours Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
10. Can I check today’s Flagler County court hearings online?
Yes. The Clerk’s Daily Court Docket shows available court events and updates approximately every five minutes. Events are removed roughly two hours after they end. Use the full case-management system for prior events, and confirm important hearings directly with the court.