This page helps you find Court Records in Pasco County, Florida and understand the main ways to view, search, or order them. It covers online access, certified copies, in-person file viewing, fees, and the offices that handle court records.
For most users, the starting point is the Pasco County Clerk & Comptroller’s Online Court Records Search. The Clerk also provides separate options for attorney access, electronic certified documents, and paper file viewing through its records facilities.
Online Court Records Search
The main public search tool is Pasco County OCRS. Public users can access court records anonymously, while Attorneys of Record use a separate login after registration and approval.
- Open the online court records search.
- Select the Public option for anonymous access, or the Attorney option if you have approved login credentials.
- Review and agree to the posted disclaimers before using the search tool.
Online access is controlled by the user’s role and by applicable statutes, rules, and administrative policy under the Florida Supreme Court.
Important: online court information is not the official record for legal action. Records maintained by the Clerk & Comptroller are the official records.
Attorney access to court records
Attorneys of Record may request enhanced access to certain court records. The registration agreement must be submitted to the Information Technology Department at 14236 6th Street, Dade City, FL 33523-3414.
After approval, the Clerk issues a unique login ID and password for permitted records. Subscription questions for Attorneys of Record can be directed to (352) 521-4542.
E-Certify court documents
If you need a certified court document, Pasco County offers electronic certified Court and Official Record documents through E-Certify. Certified records are available online 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and the electronic document is available to download immediately after purchase.
Each electronic certified document includes a Clerk of Court digital signature and tamper-proof security features. You can use E-Certify to order eligible certified records online.
If the case or document is not available for viewing on the website, certified records can be obtained by visiting the appropriate Clerk office location.
Viewing paper files
The Clerk & Comptroller maintains records centers in Dade City and New Port Richey for open and closed court records and related evidence. If you know the case numbers you want, you may call ahead to request files for viewing.
For large requests of 12 or more case files, arrive at the records center before 3 p.m. The office recommends visiting between 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. or between 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. to avoid the busiest times.
Some closed files may have been destroyed after meeting retention requirements. Some file types may still be available as filmed records. You can review the paper-file process on the Viewing Paper Files page.
Court records fees and payment options
These are the listed fees for common court records services in Pasco County.
| Service | Cost |
|---|---|
| Copies of court documents | $1 per page |
| Certification of copies | $2 per document |
| Assisted records searches | $2 per name per year |
| Computer records searches | Free |
| Physical viewing of court records | Free |
Accepted payment methods include cash, bank check, money order, in-state business check, personal in-state check with proper identification, and credit or debit card. Debit and credit transactions incur a 3.5% transaction fee charged by MyFloridaCounty.
For electronically certified documents, E-Certify lists a $1.00 statutory copy fee per page, a $2.00 statutory certification fee, a $6.00 convenience service fee, and an additional 3.5% service fee for credit card processing.
Court records contacts
Use these Pasco County contacts for court records questions, file viewing, and records facility help.
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East Pasco Records Retention Facility — 38319 McDonald Street, Dade City, FL 33525
Phone: (352) 521-4489
Mailing Address: 38053 Live Oak Avenue, Dade City, FL 33523-3805 -
Jack Albert Records Retention Facility — 8902 Government Drive, New Port Richey, FL 34654-5555
Phone: (727) 847-8962
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 338, New Port Richey, FL 34656-0338 -
Pasco County Clerk & Comptroller Court Records
Dade City: (352) 521-4489
New Port Richey: (727) 847-8962 -
E-Certify support
Phone: (727) 847-8086
Technical support: support@triedata.com | (888) 351-6838
Common questions
How do I search court records in Pasco County, Florida?
You can search through the public Pasco County online system by using the Pasco County OCRS portal. Public users can access records anonymously, and Attorneys of Record have a separate login option.
Are online court records the official record?
No. Online court information should not be relied upon for legal action. Records maintained by the Clerk & Comptroller are the official records.
How do I get a certified copy of a court document?
You can order eligible certified records online through E-Certify. If the case or document is not available online, you can obtain certified records by visiting the appropriate Clerk office location.
What if I need to view paper court files?
You may call ahead to request files at the records center in Dade City or New Port Richey if you know the case numbers you want to view. For large requests of 12 or more case files, arrive before 3 p.m.
Can Attorneys of Record get different access?
Yes. Attorneys of Record may request enhanced access to certain court records by submitting an Attorney of Record Registration Agreement to the Information Technology Department. After approval, the Clerk issues a login ID and password.
What are the office hours for court records help?
Pasco County Clerk & Comptroller office hours are 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday. Passport and marriage license applications are accepted until 4:00 p.m. ET.