Find Citrus County Court Records, Cases & Dockets
Looking for a criminal case, civil filing, traffic citation, family court matter or court judgment in Citrus County, Florida? The Citrus County Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller maintains the county’s official trial court records and provides an online case-search service called SCORSS.
Open the Clerk’s Secure Courts Online Record Search System (SCORSS), search by a party’s name or available case details, and review the matching case docket. For records not available online, contact the Clerk to arrange authorized viewing or request copies.
Citrus County Court Records: Official Search Options
The Clerk maintains court case information for Citrus County, which includes Inverness, Crystal River, Homosassa and surrounding communities. The county is within Florida’s Fifth Judicial Circuit.
Most visitors should begin with SCORSS rather than a commercial people-search website. The Clerk provides a public anonymous role for reviewing eligible case information. Public case indexes and dockets may be available even where underlying documents are restricted.
SCORSS Case Search
Use the official search system to locate eligible Citrus County court cases, review dockets and identify filings or dispositions.
Search court cases ↗Official Records Search
Use the separate Landmark Web system for deeds, mortgages, liens and other recorded instruments. These are not the same as court case files.
Search Official Records ↗Before searching, identify the right record
- Criminal charge or disposition: search the court case system and review the criminal docket.
- Small claims or civil lawsuit: locate the appropriate county or circuit civil case.
- Divorce or domestic relations: begin with the family case index; some documents may require restricted access or a Clerk request.
- Probate or guardianship: check the relevant case index, then confirm which documents may be inspected.
- Deed or mortgage: use the Clerk’s Official Records search, not SCORSS.
- Federal court matter: use the appropriate U.S. federal court and PACER, not the Citrus County trial court index.
How to Search Citrus County Court Records Online
The Clerk’s system is a good starting point when you know a person’s name or a case number. These seven steps help narrow down results and distinguish a genuine match from a similar name.
- Open the official SCORSS portalVisit scorss.citrusclerk.org. Start with the public-access search. You do not need to create a registered-user account simply to search public case information.
- Choose the available search criteriaUse the portal’s name or case-number search options. If the exact case number is known, it is generally the clearest route.
- Enter the party’s name carefullyFor a name lookup, use the last and first name as the Clerk instructs. Check spelling, alternate surnames and any known middle initial when appropriate.
- Review the matching case listCompare the case number, court division, filing year, parties and case type. Do not identify a person from a matching name alone.
- Open the relevant caseSelect the case-number link to review the accessible docket, filings, events and disposition information. Available details depend on record type and permissions.
- Check the docket and document availabilityDistinguish the docket listing from the actual document image. Some documents may require authorized access, payment, Clerk-assisted viewing or a formal request.
- Save the case reference and request records if neededWrite down the exact case number and court division. Use the Clerk’s document-request or certified-copy procedure when the online display does not satisfy your purpose.
Search tip: case number versus party name
A case number usually gives a more precise match than a person’s name. If you are searching by name, compare multiple court details before concluding that the record belongs to the intended individual. Some people share the same first and last names.
Criminal, Civil, Traffic and Family Court Records
Different Citrus County court divisions handle different matters. Choosing the correct record type reduces missed results and avoids interpreting an unrelated case as the one you are seeking.
Felony & Misdemeanor Cases
Look for felony (CF), misdemeanor (MM), criminal miscellaneous or relevant criminal traffic cases. A charge is not the same as a conviction; check the final disposition.
County & Circuit Civil
Includes appropriate civil lawsuits, small claims, foreclosure and related disputes. The docket may show complaints, motions, hearings, orders and judgments.
Citations & Traffic Court
Traffic infraction and criminal traffic records may have different case designations. A citation search should not be confused with a criminal conviction search.
Divorce & Domestic Relations
Domestic relations records may include dissolution cases and related family matters. Access to particular filings can be restricted.
Estates & Guardianship
Probate, wills and guardianship matters may appear in court indexes, but certain documents are confidential or subject to additional viewing rules.
Appeals & Special Proceedings
Some appellate and extraordinary-writ proceedings appear in the county’s case index. Confirm which court actually holds the record before requesting copies.
How Far Back Do Citrus County Online Court Records Go?
The Clerk publishes a case-type list showing historical filing years associated with its public electronic records. These years help visitors decide whether to begin online or ask about an older file. They do not guarantee that every document from the listed year can be viewed remotely.
| Case type | Clerk code | Published filing year |
|---|---|---|
| Circuit civil | CA | 1969 |
| County civil | CC | 1982 |
| Felony | CF | 1977 |
| Misdemeanor | MM | 1974 |
| Small claims | SC | 1974 |
| Domestic relations | DR | 1968 |
| Probate | CP | 1974 |
| Guardianship | GA | 1972 |
| Criminal traffic | CT | 1973 |
| Traffic infractions | TR | 1991 |
| Appeals | AP | 1991 |
For the complete case-type listing, including foreclosure, ordinance, probate-will and additional divisions, use the Clerk’s published Public Internet case-type list.
Older records and missing electronic files
If a case falls before the available online coverage or the record cannot be located, provide the Clerk with the names, estimated filing year, court division and any known case number. Ask whether the file exists in a legacy index, physical archive or other Clerk-maintained system. An unsuccessful online search does not prove that a court case never existed.
How to Get Court Documents and Certified Copies
A docket is the chronological record of actions in a case. It can identify motions, orders, hearings and judgments, but it is not always a downloadable copy of the underlying documents.
Citrus County’s online public-access materials explain that access to document images is subject to court-security and confidentiality restrictions. The Clerk also provides in-office public viewing for eligible, nonconfidential documents.
Digital certified copies through SCORSS
Beginning February 2, 2026, Citrus County announced digitally certified court-record copies through SCORSS. The Clerk’s eCertify guidance describes the following purchase workflow for eligible records:
- Find the Citrus County case in SCORSS.
- Open the case-number link; sign in if access permissions require it.
- Select eligible document images using the available checkboxes.
- Open the cart and accept the applicable terms.
- Continue to checkout, supply the required information and pay the displayed charges.
- Retrieve the electronically certified document according to the portal’s delivery instructions.
The certification service applies to documents held and certifiable by the Citrus County Clerk. A record filed in another Florida county must be requested from that county’s Clerk.
Official eCertify Instructions ↗In-person document access
If a public document image is not available through your online viewing role, ask the Clerk whether the nonconfidential record can be viewed at a public-access workstation. The Clerk’s locations page describes document-search access at its customer-service locations.
Contact the office before traveling to confirm the current location, access requirements and whether the particular record may be viewed.
Written court-record requests
For records that cannot be found online, the Clerk provides a court-record request process under Florida’s judicial records rules. Describe the requested record precisely enough for the custodian to locate it.
Include the case number when known, parties’ names, case type, approximate filing date, and the particular order, judgment, docket or document requested. Do not send unnecessary sensitive identifiers.
The Clerk determines whether any part of a record is confidential, how it may be provided and what charges apply.
Citrus County Clerk Public Records Requests ↗Citrus County Court Record Search Fees
Viewing public case information in SCORSS does not require a paid search account. Charges may apply when requesting Clerk-assisted searches, paper copies, certification or electronic document purchases.
| Service | Published information | Important detail |
|---|---|---|
| Public case information | Available without account registration | Subject to public-access limitations |
| Court history record search | $2 per year on the Clerk’s request form | Each alias is counted as another search |
| Record-search confirmation | $7 when requested under the Clerk’s form | Applies to the form’s no-record confirmation option |
| Photocopies | $1 per standard page on the search form | Other sizes and services may differ |
| Certification | Varies by service and document | Confirm the current Clerk fee and any digital checkout charges |
| Extensive records requests | Possible additional charge | The Clerk may provide a written estimate and request a deposit |
The Clerk’s court-history request form and general fee schedule describe different services; do not assume that a fee on one form automatically applies to every SCORSS transaction or certification option.
Before paying, consult the current official fee schedule and the amount presented by the appropriate Clerk service.
Why Can’t I Find a Citrus County Court Case?
Several common problems have different solutions. Checking the court, case type and available dates is often more effective than repeating the same name search.
| Problem | Possible explanation | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| No case under the name | Name variation, wrong filing county or search criteria | Try the exact legal name, alternate spelling or known case number. |
| Case found but no image | Public Internet access may exclude documents or images | Ask about authorized online access, the Clerk viewing kiosk or copy request. |
| Older case missing | Electronic coverage may not extend to the filing date | Request a historical records search with an approximate year and case type. |
| Record is confidential | Court rule, statute or court order restricts release | Ask the Clerk about permitted access. Do not attempt to bypass restrictions. |
| Wrong case appears | Another person has a similar name | Compare the filing information, parties and actual record before drawing conclusions. |
| Deed or mortgage missing | You searched court cases rather than recorded instruments | Switch to the Clerk’s Landmark Official Records portal. |
| Document needed for official use | A screenshot or docket printout may not qualify | Order the appropriate Clerk-certified document. |
Confidential and sealed court records
Florida Rule of General Practice and Judicial Administration 2.420 governs public access to judicial branch records and establishes confidentiality protections. Particular family, juvenile, guardianship, adoption, victim-related or sealed information may not be available to public Internet users.
A restricted record may require an authorized party, attorney, judicial approval or another legally permitted access route. The Clerk cannot treat all requested information as public merely because a case number is known.
Citrus County Clerk of Court: Address, Phone and Office Help
Citrus County Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller
Mailing address:
110 N Apopka Avenue
Inverness, FL 34450
Phone: 352-341-6424
Published hours: Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
Official locations and services ↗Choose the Correct Department
The Clerk publishes the following menu selections for its main telephone number:
- Option 3: Traffic and other citations
- Option 4: Criminal matters
- Option 5: Civil matters
- Option 6: Family-related matters
- Option 7: Jury and evidence
Telephone menus and office arrangements may change. Confirm directly before visiting.
Which office should you contact?
For a Citrus County court case, begin with the Clerk rather than the Sheriff’s Office or County Commission. For arrest reports or police investigation records, the appropriate law-enforcement agency may hold a different record. For deeds and mortgages, use the Clerk’s Official Records division.
For a case filed outside Citrus County, use the correct county court or federal court. The Citrus County Clerk cannot certify court records filed in another county.
Official Citrus County Court Records Resources
These first-party resources serve different purposes. Select the one that matches the document or case information you actually need.
Related court-record search guides
For cases beyond Citrus County, see our Florida Court Records Search guide. To understand case-number searching, docket entries and federal versus state records, read our Court Records Search guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I search Citrus County court records for free?
Yes. The Clerk provides public case search access through SCORSS without requiring a paid account for general case-information searches. Copies, certified documents and special record searches may involve fees.
Do I need an account to search by name?
No account is required for ordinary public case-information searching. Certain viewing permissions or access to documents may require registration, authorization or a different access channel.
Where do I find Citrus County criminal court records?
Use the official SCORSS portal and look for the relevant felony, misdemeanor or criminal traffic case. Review the docket and disposition carefully; a filed charge alone does not establish a conviction.
Can I view divorce cases and family court files online?
Some case-index information may be available, but individual family court documents can be restricted. Contact the Clerk for information about permitted viewing or obtaining copies.
How do I get a certified court judgment?
Find the correct Citrus County case and follow the Clerk’s SCORSS eCertify instructions for eligible documents. If online certification is unavailable, ask the Clerk about another certification method and applicable fees.
Why is an old court case not showing?
The record may fall outside the published electronic coverage, be indexed under different details, or require a historical records request. Contact the Clerk with the approximate filing year and court division.
Are Citrus County court records the same as property records?
No. Court cases belong in SCORSS. Deeds, mortgages and other recorded instruments are generally searched through the Clerk’s separate Landmark Official Records system.
Can I search a federal case using Citrus County SCORSS?
No. SCORSS is for Citrus County court records. Federal district, bankruptcy and appellate records use their respective federal court systems, including PACER.