This page helps users with court records in Hernando County, Florida by pointing to the main official search option, access choices, and related Clerk services.
The Hernando County OCRS Online Court Records Search is the main self-service record search channel. The Hernando County Clerk of Circuit Court & Comptroller also provides court service pages, forms, payment information, and public contact options.
Hernando County OCRS court records search
Use the Hernando County OCRS system to search online court records. The public access option allows anonymous access, while other access levels are for attorneys, registered users, or parties who have login credentials.
Search Hernando County court records online.
- Select the access option that matches your role.
- Use Public access for anonymous court record searching.
- Use Attorney, Registered User, or Party Access only if you have the required user ID and password.
- Contact the Clerk’s Office if you need help with user ID or password access.
Access limits: Online access to court records is governed by Florida AOSC 16-107, so some records or images may require a higher access level or Clerk assistance.
Access options in OCRS
OCRS separates court record access by user type. Choosing the right option helps avoid login issues and access errors.
| Access option | Who it is for | Login requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Public | Anonymous users searching court records | No user ID listed |
| Attorney | Attorneys of record viewing their cases | User ID and password required |
| Registered User | Users with registered access | User ID and password required |
| Party Access | Parties accessing their records | User ID and password required |
Criminal court records and case information
The Clerk’s Criminal Courts page identifies three main criminal case types: Circuit Felony, Misdemeanor, and Criminal Traffic. It also points users to criminal case search and payment information.
Review Hernando County criminal court information.
| Case type | What it covers |
|---|---|
| Circuit Felony (CF) | Crimes punishable by prison sentence, including more serious traffic offenses such as fleeing law enforcement and third DUI |
| Misdemeanor (MM) | Non-traffic offenses heard in county court and punishable by up to one year in county jail |
| Criminal Traffic (CT) | Traffic cases heard in county court and punishable by a jail term of up to one year |
Important: Deputy Clerks cannot give legal advice, excuse a court appearance, or explain why a person must attend a hearing.
Traffic records, citations, and payments
Traffic information is handled separately depending on whether the citation is civil traffic or criminal traffic. Civil traffic citations have options that must be elected within 30 calendar days from the citation date.
Review traffic citation options or review criminal and traffic payment options.
- Have the case number or citation number ready before making a payment.
- Check the total amount due under the Financial Summary on the case.
- Allow 1 to 2 business days for payments to post to the case.
- For late traffic tickets or payment plans, phone payments are accepted at 1-888-604-7888.
Court forms and filing resources
The Clerk’s Forms & Documents page includes court case access forms, criminal seal and expunge forms, family law forms, landlord-tenant forms, small claims forms, traffic forms, and recording-related forms.
Find Hernando County court forms and documents.
For electronic filing, the Florida Courts E-Filing Portal is the statewide filing portal for court documents. Registered users may file documents online and pay required court fees and applicable processing fees through the portal.
File court documents through the Florida Courts E-Filing Portal.
Sealed and expunged court records
For criminal records, sealing and expungement are court procedures. A sealed record is placed under seal and is not generally available to employers, the public, or most public entities, while law enforcement officials retain access.
For expungement, the petition is filed in the county where the case was brought. The circuit clerk does not return or destroy the court file; it impounds or seals the file so it is unavailable to employers or the general public.
For additional information, the Clerk’s Criminal Courts page directs users to FDLE at (850) 410-7870.
Official records related to court matters
Some court-related financial actions may appear in official records rather than only in the court case. For example, a civil restitution lien order connected to incarceration costs is recorded in official records.
The Clerk’s Official Records page also includes property fraud alert information and a disclaimer that the online Official Records Index is a guide and should not be relied on as the official record.
Hernando County Clerk contact information
Use these public contacts for court record access questions, criminal court questions, payments, and in-person Clerk services.
- Hernando County Clerk of Circuit Court & Comptroller Main Office, 20 N. Main Street, Brooksville, FL 34601. Phone: (352) 754-4201. Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
- Spring Hill Office, 7405 Forest Oaks Boulevard, Spring Hill, FL 34606. Phone: (352) 754-4201. Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
- Criminal Department. Phone: (352) 540-6444.
- Department of Financial Services, 20 N. Main Street, Room 264, Brooksville, FL 34601. Phone: (352) 540-6788. Phone hours: 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
- Florida Courts E-Filing Portal Support Desk. Phone: (850) 577-4609. Business hours: weekdays, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM ET.
Common questions
Where can I search Hernando County court records online?
Use the Hernando County OCRS Online Court Records Search. Public access allows anonymous searching, while Attorney, Registered User, and Party Access require a user ID and password.
Do I need an account to search court records?
Public OCRS access is available for anonymous searching. Attorney, Registered User, and Party Access require login credentials.
Who can help with an OCRS user ID or password?
The Clerk’s Office handles user ID and password assistance for court record access.
Can Deputy Clerks explain my criminal case or tell me whether I must attend court?
No. Deputy Clerks cannot provide legal advice, excuse a court appearance, or explain why attendance is required. Contact an attorney for case-specific legal questions.
Where can I find Hernando County court forms?
The Clerk’s Forms & Documents page includes court case access forms, criminal forms, family law forms, traffic forms, small claims forms, and other court-related forms.
How long do criminal or traffic payments take to post?
The Clerk’s payment page states that payments are posted to the case within 1 to 2 business days.
Where are Clerk in-person service locations?
The Main Office is at 20 N. Main Street in Brooksville, and the Spring Hill Office is at 7405 Forest Oaks Boulevard in Spring Hill.