Palm Beach County Clerk of Court: Case Search, Court Records & Dockets

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Palm Beach County, Florida Court Records Guide

Palm Beach County Clerk of Court: Case Search, Court Records & Dockets

The Palm Beach County Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller is the official office to start with when you need Palm Beach County case search, civil court records, criminal records, traffic dockets, court dates, certified court copies, Official Records, marriage records, and many courthouse services.

For most people, the correct first stop is eCaseView, the Clerk’s free online court-record search. Use it to search civil, criminal, and traffic cases, review dockets, view many case documents, and purchase eligible electronic certified court records.

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Independent guide last reviewed September 2026. Always confirm current hours, fees, court access rules, closures, and service availability on the official Clerk website before visiting or paying.

Quick Facts: Palm Beach County Clerk Case Search

Official office name Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller, Palm Beach County.
Main courthouse 205 N. Dixie Hwy., West Palm Beach, FL 33401.
Main courthouse phone 561-355-2996.
Public hours Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., excluding designated holidays.
Online case search eCaseView provides free public access to many civil, criminal, and traffic case details.
Document image range Many case document images are viewable online from late 2008 forward.
Records Service Center Main Courthouse, Room 4.2500, for copies of court and Official Records and record searches.
Records phone For copies and records research, call 561-355-2932.
Fast answer: use eCaseView for Palm Beach County court cases and dockets. Use Landmark / Official Records for deeds, mortgages, liens, marriage-license recordings, notices of commencement, tax deeds, and other recorded documents.

How to Search Palm Beach County Court Records Online

eCaseView is the Clerk’s free court-record search for Palm Beach County. It is useful for civil, criminal, and traffic case searches, and it can show case numbers, parties, charges, dispositions, sentences, court dates, complaints, docket entries, and many document images.

Use the most specific information you have. A case number is usually better than a broad name search. For traffic tickets, start with the citation number if available. For criminal or civil matters, party name, date range, and case type can help narrow the result list.

Official case searchPalm Beach County eCaseView Court Records Search

Use this official Clerk portal to search Palm Beach County civil, criminal, and traffic court records.

After opening this link:

  1. Select the public guest search option if you do not have a registered account.
  2. Search by case number when possible, because it is the most precise way to find the correct docket.
  3. If you do not know the case number, search by party name and narrow by case type or date range.
  4. For traffic tickets, use the citation number and check whether the citation has been filed by law enforcement.
  5. Open the matching case and review the Dockets & Documents area before purchasing or requesting copies.
  6. If a document says “Not a Certified Copy,” order a certified copy online or through the Records Service Center if certification is required.
Guest users Can search many public case details without creating an account.
Registered users May have additional search or document access depending on role and case type.
Attorney access Attorneys of record may see document images in certain case types that are restricted to the general public.
Technical help For eCaseView support, use the Clerk’s listed eCaseView support contact on the official portal.
Important access limit: some Family, Guardianship, Juvenile, Mental Health, and Probate case documents are not placed on a publicly available internet website. A missing image does not always mean the document does not exist.

How to Read Palm Beach County Dockets and Case Documents

A court docket is the running case history. It may show filings, hearings, notices, orders, dispositions, sentences, fees, and other events. If you only need to understand what happened in a case, the docket is often more useful than downloading every document.

On eCaseView, the Dockets & Documents tab is where many users find filings and images. If the docket is long, change the page size to show all entries before printing or saving the page for your own records.

Official helpeCaseView FAQ for Civil, Criminal, and Traffic Records

After opening this link:

  1. Review what eCaseView can show for civil, criminal, and traffic cases.
  2. Look for the question about printing the full docket if your case has many entries.
  3. Check the certified-copy questions if a document has a watermark or must be used for official purposes.
  4. Read the access limits for Family, Guardianship, Probate, Mental Health, and attorney-only records.
Charges and dispositions Criminal and traffic cases may show charge details, outcomes, and sentence information where publicly available.
Court dates A future hearing may appear in eCaseView, but always verify with the official case record or court notice.
Watermarked copies Free printed copies may show “Not a Certified Copy.” Use certified-copy options when an agency requires certification.
Older records Some older records may be purged, not digitized, or unavailable online due to retention or access rules.

Certified Court Copies, Uncertified Copies, and Records Research

If you need a copy for personal review, an uncertified copy may be enough. If a court, bank, licensing office, government agency, school, employer, or legal process asks for a certified copy, use the Clerk’s certified-copy process instead of printing a watermarked online document.

Certified court documents that are available in eCaseView may be purchased online. You may also obtain certified copies in person at the Records Service Center in the Main Courthouse or at Clerk branch locations. For unredacted certified copies, case parties and attorneys of record may need to use the Clerk’s specific request process.

Official copiesHow to Obtain Copies of Court Records and Official Records

After opening this link:

  1. Decide whether you need a court record or an Official Records document.
  2. Use eCaseView for court records or Landmark for Official Records.
  3. Print free uncertified copies when that is enough for your purpose.
  4. Choose electronic certified copies when online certification is available.
  5. If the document is not available online, use the Clerk’s request instructions or contact the Records Service Center.

Certified court recordsOrder Electronic Certified Court Documents Through eCaseView

After opening this link:

  1. Search and open the correct case.
  2. Go to the docket and document area and select the eligible document.
  3. Confirm that the document is the correct filing before purchase.
  4. Review the certification fee and card processing fee before submitting payment.
  5. Download and save the certified PDF because electronic access may be time-limited after purchase.
Practical tip: do not buy a certified copy until you confirm the receiving agency accepts electronic certification. Some agencies accept eCertified documents, while others may still request a paper certified copy.

Palm Beach County Clerk of Court Google Map, Address, Phone, and Locations

The Main Courthouse in West Palm Beach handles all court, recording, and Official Records services. Branch courthouses in Palm Beach Gardens, Delray Beach, Belle Glade, and Royal Palm Beach provide many common services closer to different parts of the county.

Main Courthouse

Address: 205 N. Dixie Hwy., West Palm Beach, FL 33401

Phone: 561-355-2996

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Records Service Center: Room 4.2500 for copies of court and Official Records and records research.

Service note: all court, recording, and Official Records services are available at the Main Courthouse, but passport applications are not listed as available at this location.

Open Main Courthouse in Google Maps

North County Courthouse

3188 PGA Blvd.
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410

Criminal: 561-355-2996

Civil: 561-624-6650

Common services include small claims, county civil, evictions, family, probate, mental health, guardianship, injunctions, marriage licenses, ceremonies, passports, VAB petitions, misdemeanors, and traffic violations.

South County Courthouse

200 W. Atlantic Ave., Room 1S-124
Delray Beach, FL 33444

Criminal: 561-355-2996

Civil: 561-274-1588

Common services include small claims, county civil, evictions, family, probate, mental health, guardianship, injunctions, marriage licenses, ceremonies, passports, VAB petitions, misdemeanors, and traffic violations.

West County Courthouse

2950 State Road 15, Room S-100
Belle Glade, FL 33430

Phone: 561-996-4843

Common services include small claims, county civil damages cases, evictions, family, mental health, domestic-violence injunction petitions, marriage licenses, ceremonies, passports, criminal traffic payments, misdemeanors, and traffic violations.

Royal Palm Beach Branch

200 Civic Center Way, Suite 400
Royal Palm Beach, FL 33411

Located in Suite 400 of the Midwestern Communities Service Center. Check the official location page before visiting because branch service availability can differ from courthouse locations.

Official locationsPalm Beach County Clerk Locations, Hours, Services, and Maps

After opening this link:

  1. Select the Main Courthouse, North County, South County, West County, or Royal Palm Beach location.
  2. Check the services listed for that location before driving there.
  3. Use the official map link for directions, parking planning, and travel time.
  4. Check wait times where available for North, South, West County locations and traffic tickets at the Main Courthouse.
  5. Confirm current holiday closures and service changes before visiting.

Court Records vs Official Records in Palm Beach County

Palm Beach County’s Clerk is both a court-record office and the county’s Official Records office, so the same elected office manages two different record systems. This is why many users get confused during searches.

Use eCaseView for court cases and dockets. Use Landmark Official Records for documents recorded in the Official Record Books, including deeds, liens, mortgages, satisfactions, notices of commencement, tax deeds, judgments, and marriage records.

Use eCaseView for court records

  • Civil lawsuits and small claims.
  • Criminal and traffic cases.
  • Court dates and docket entries.
  • Case documents from late 2008 forward when viewable.
  • Electronic certified court documents when eligible.

Use Official Records / Landmark for recorded documents

  • Deeds and mortgages.
  • Liens and satisfactions.
  • Notices of commencement.
  • Tax deeds and recorded judgments.
  • Marriage-license recordings and recorded document copies.

Official Records searchPalm Beach County Landmark Official Records Search

After opening this link:

  1. Accept the Official Records search terms if you agree to them.
  2. Search by name, document type, recording date, book/page, instrument number, case number, legal description, property address, or parcel control number if available.
  3. Use the blue help box on the search screen if the search fields are unfamiliar.
  4. Print plain uncertified copies for free when allowed.
  5. Use the certified-copy option if you need a certified recorded document.

Palm Beach County Court Record Copy Fees and Certified Copy Costs

Fees can change, and some requests include multiple charges. Use this section as a practical estimate only, then verify the current cost on the official Clerk fee page before ordering records, mailing payment, or purchasing certified copies.

$1.00 In-person copies of records up to 8½” x 14”, per page.
$2.00 Certification charge, per instrument.
$1.00 Required cover page for certain certified copies with code and QR authentication.
$8.00 Electronically certified copies purchased online, per document.
3.5% Payment processing fee for certain credit/debit card, Google Pay, and Apple Pay transactions.
$2.00 Search per year, per name, per legal description.
$7.00 Authenticated / exemplified certificate, plus copy and certification fees when applicable.
$7.00 Clerk’s affidavit fee, plus additional search fees when applicable.

Official feesCopies and Records Research Fees

After opening this link:

  1. Review whether you are requesting copies by mail, in person, or online.
  2. Check the per-page copy fee, certification fee, cover-page fee, and electronic certification fee.
  3. Add postage or processing fees if the page says your request requires them.
  4. For mail requests, include a self-addressed stamped envelope or enough payment for postage.
  5. If your request is large or unclear, contact the Records Service Center before mailing payment.

Find a Court Date, Pay Traffic Tickets, and Check Case Balances

eCaseView can help you find court dates and case details, but traffic-ticket payments and criminal payments may use separate Clerk payment tools. If a citation was recently issued, it may not appear immediately because the law enforcement agency must file it with the Clerk.

For many traffic issues, the deadline can matter. Review the official traffic-ticket options before paying, requesting traffic school, pleading not guilty, setting a hearing, or trying to resolve a past-due citation.

Official court dateFind My Court Date in Palm Beach County

After opening this link:

  1. Read the Clerk’s instructions for using eCaseView to find court-date information.
  2. Search your case and open the docket or court-event information.
  3. Check the Dockets & Documents tab for a Notice of Hearing when available.
  4. For criminal matters, look for text-message reminder options if the page offers them.
  5. Verify the date directly before appearing, especially if the case was recently reset or continued.

Official paymentsMake Payments for Traffic Tickets, Criminal Cases, and Payment Plans

After opening this link:

  1. Choose the correct payment category: traffic ticket, criminal case, or payment plan.
  2. Use your case number, citation number, or identifying information to locate the balance.
  3. Confirm that online payment is allowed for your case before paying.
  4. Review any processing fee or collection warning before submitting payment.
  5. Save the receipt and check whether additional action is required, such as traffic school or proof submission.
Traffic-ticket note: if you cannot find a new citation, the officer may not have filed it with the Clerk yet, or the citation may need another search method. Do not wait until the deadline without checking the official traffic-ticket page or contacting the Clerk.

Palm Beach County Clerk Services by Case Type

The Clerk handles many court and public-record services, but the right room, branch, online system, or form depends on the type of case. The Main Courthouse has a useful floor-based layout, including Criminal on the second floor, many civil and probate services on the third floor, and the Records Service Center on the fourth floor.

Civil and small claims Search eCaseView for case dockets, then use the Clerk’s civil services for small claims, county civil, circuit civil, evictions, and filings.
Criminal and traffic Use case number, citation number, or party information to find dockets, charges, dispositions, sentences, payments, and court dates.
Family and domestic violence Divorce, child support, custody, and injunction matters may have restricted document access and room-specific services.
Probate and guardianship Estate, will deposit, guardianship, and probate documents may require certified copies or registered/party access.
Marriage licenses and ceremonies The Clerk provides marriage-license and ceremony services at listed locations, with valid ID and eligibility rules.
Self Service Center The Clerk provides court forms, packets, and navigator appointments for people handling certain matters without an attorney.

Official court recordsPalm Beach County Court Records Information

After opening this link:

  1. Review what court records the Clerk safeguards and makes available.
  2. Use eCaseView for online public access to eligible court records.
  3. Check certified-copy instructions before ordering documents for official use.
  4. Read the access restrictions for non-public or limited-access case types.

Official self-helpSelf Service Center and Forms

After opening this link:

  1. Select the form or packet category that matches your case type.
  2. Read the instructions before signing, filing, or serving documents.
  3. Check whether a navigator appointment is available for your situation.
  4. Remember that self-help resources are not the same as legal advice from an attorney.

Marriage Records, Marriage Licenses, and Passport Services

Palm Beach County marriage-license and ceremony services are handled through the Clerk. Marriage records may appear in Official Records, while certified copies may be ordered online or obtained from the Records Service Center or branch locations when eligible.

Passport services are available at certain Clerk branch locations. The Main Courthouse location notes that passport applications are not available there, so always confirm the correct location before preparing passport documents and payments.

Official marriageMarriage Licenses and Ceremonies

After opening this link:

  1. Select whether you need a marriage license, ceremony, or both.
  2. Review ID requirements before applying.
  3. Check the eligibility and waiting-period rules for Florida residents if they apply.
  4. Use the official location list to choose a Clerk office that provides the service.
  5. For a certified marriage record, check whether the record should be ordered through Official Records.

Official passportsPalm Beach County Clerk Passport Services

After opening this link:

  1. Confirm which Clerk locations accept passport applications.
  2. Prepare proof of citizenship, photo ID, passport photo, and required forms.
  3. Check fee instructions because passport applications can require separate payments.
  4. Review processing times and expedited-service options before visiting.

Privacy, Confidential Records, and Proper Use Notice

Public court records can still contain sensitive information. Some records are restricted by Florida law, court rule, or court order. Family, Guardianship, Juvenile, Mental Health, Probate, sealed, expunged, and confidential records may not be fully visible to anonymous public users.

This page is an independent informational guide and is not the official Palm Beach County Clerk website. It is not a consumer reporting agency and should not be used for employment screening, tenant screening, credit eligibility, insurance eligibility, or any Fair Credit Reporting Act purpose.

Verify before acting: always confirm court dates, record accuracy, case status, access limits, fines, fees, and certified-copy requirements directly with the official Clerk, court, or agency source.

Official Palm Beach County Clerk Links Used in This Guide

These official links are the safest starting points for current case-search access, courthouse locations, records-copy rules, fees, court dates, and payments.

Palm Beach County Clerk Official Website eCaseView Court Records Search Court Records Information Copies and Records Research Copies and Records Research Fees Locations and Maps Find My Court Date Make Payments Landmark Official Records Search Marriage Licenses and Ceremonies

Palm Beach County Clerk of Court FAQs

1. How do I search Palm Beach County Clerk of Court records online?

Use the official eCaseView portal from the Palm Beach County Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller. Search by case number, party name, citation number, or other available details, then open the matching case to review docket entries and documents.

2. What is eCaseView in Palm Beach County?

eCaseView is the Clerk’s free court-record search system for many Palm Beach County civil, criminal, and traffic cases. It can show case details, parties, charges, dispositions, sentences, court dates, dockets, and many document images.

3. Can I view Palm Beach County court documents online?

Many document images from late 2008 forward are viewable online, but not every case type or document is publicly available. Family, Guardianship, Juvenile, Mental Health, Probate, sealed, confidential, and restricted records may require registered access or an official records request.

4. How do I print a Palm Beach County docket?

Open the case in eCaseView, go to the Dockets & Documents tab, change the page size to show all entries when needed, and use your browser’s print function. Printed free documents may be watermarked as not certified.

5. How do I get a certified copy of a Palm Beach County court record?

Certified court records may be purchased online through eCaseView when eligible, or obtained through the Records Service Center in Room 4.2500 at the Main Courthouse or Clerk branch locations. Use the Clerk’s copy instructions for records not available online.

6. Where is the Palm Beach County Clerk of Court located?

The Main Courthouse is at 205 N. Dixie Hwy., West Palm Beach, FL 33401. The Clerk also lists North County Courthouse in Palm Beach Gardens, South County Courthouse in Delray Beach, West County Courthouse in Belle Glade, and a Royal Palm Beach branch.

7. What is the phone number for Palm Beach County court records?

For the Main Courthouse, call 561-355-2996. For copies and records research, the Clerk lists 561-355-2932. Use the official phone and mail directory when you need a specific department.

8. Are Palm Beach County deeds and mortgages searched in eCaseView?

No. Deeds, mortgages, liens, notices of commencement, tax deeds, judgments, and marriage records are usually searched through Landmark Official Records, not eCaseView. eCaseView is for court cases and dockets.

9. Why can’t I find my Palm Beach County citation or case?

The citation may not have been filed yet, the search details may be too broad, the case may be older or purged, or the record may be restricted. Try the citation number, case number, party name, date range, or contact the Clerk for help.

10. Is this the official Palm Beach County Clerk website?

No. This is an independent guide for users. For official case searches, dockets, payments, court dates, locations, certified copies, fees, and service updates, use the Palm Beach County Clerk links provided in this article.

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