This page helps users handle a court records need in Walton County, Florida, including online case searches, secure access, and records requests through official channels.
Walton County OCRS is the main online court records search, and the Walton County Clerk of Courts & Comptroller handles court record access, requests, and secure login support.
Walton County OCRS court records search
Use search Walton County OCRS court records to begin an online court records search. The system offers public access, attorney access, registered user access, and party access.
Have enough information ready to narrow the search:
- Name search: last name, first name, and middle name when available
- Case number or uniform case number
- Filed-date range, limited to a maximum 7-day range for cases filed within a specified time frame
For a basic public search, use the anonymous public access option. Attorneys of record, registered users, and parties need a user ID and password for their access levels.
- Open the Walton County OCRS page.
- Select the access option that matches your role.
- Use a name, case number, or date range search.
- Review the results and follow the Clerk’s request process if the record is not available online.
Important: Online access to court records is governed by Florida AOSC 16-107 and the Florida Supreme Court Access Security Matrix.
Online access options
The access level controls what a user can view online.
| Access option | Who it serves | Login required |
|---|---|---|
| Public | Anonymous users looking for public court record information | No |
| Attorney | Attorneys of record viewing their cases | Yes |
| Registered User | Users approved for registered access to court records | Yes |
| Party Access | Parties with approved access to court records | Yes |
Walton County Clerk court record requests
Many public records are available online through the Walton County Clerk’s website. If the desired court record is not available online, the request must be in writing and directed to the records custodian.
The request should be specific enough for the custodian to identify the records. The custodian determines whether the record, or part of the record, is exempt from disclosure and what format can be provided.
Users may use the Court Records Request page for records that are unavailable online, including the Online Court Record Request Form and the Court Document Request/View Form.
Secure login for registered users and attorneys
Florida attorneys and users seeking registered access may request a free secure login by completing the Walton County Access Agreement. The completed agreement must include all 3 pages.
The agreement identifies whether the user is requesting registered user access or attorney-of-record access. Attorney-of-record access requires a notary or oath.
Completed forms may be returned by email to eSupport@WaltonClerkFL.Gov. If not emailed, the form may be mailed to Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller, Attn: Jonathan Kirkland, PO Box 1260, DeFuniak Springs, FL 32435.
Limits, fees, and official record cautions
Information available through the Clerk’s public website is for information purposes and is not the official record. Users should not rely on online information for legal action.
Service charges may apply when a request requires extensive technology, clerical, or supervisory assistance. In that situation, the Clerk provides a written estimate and estimated completion date, and pre-payment is required before work begins.
If a request is denied, the custodian states the basis for the denial in writing. If the scope of a request changes and adds fees, the Clerk notifies the requester in writing before work continues beyond the amount on deposit.
Court event reminders
Florida Courts eNotify provides text and email reminders about upcoming court events. After registering, users can search by case number or party details to subscribe for reminders.
eNotify is a courtesy reminder service, not the official record or official notice of a court event. Official notice comes from the Clerk of Court’s office.
Walton County court records contacts
Use these Clerk contacts for court record access, secure login help, and records request questions.
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Walton County Clerk’s Office, 571 U.S. Highway 90 East, DeFuniak Springs, FL 32433
Phone: (850) 892-8115
Office hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm Central Time, except for scheduled holidays -
South Walton Courthouse Annex, 31 Coastal Centre Boulevard, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459
Phone: (850) 267-3066 -
Walton County Clerk RMLO
Email: ClerkRecords@WaltonClerkFL.Gov
Phone: (850) 892-8115 ext 7042 -
Registered user access support
Email: eSupport@WaltonClerkFL.Gov
Common questions
Where can I search Walton County court records online?
Use Walton County OCRS for online court record searches. Public users may access the public option anonymously, while attorneys, registered users, and parties need login credentials.
What should I do if I cannot find a court record online?
Submit a written request to the records custodian with enough detail to identify the record. The Clerk’s Court Records Request page provides request options for records unavailable online.
Is the online court record the official record?
No. The Clerk states that information on the public website is for informational purposes and is not the official record.
How do attorneys or registered users request secure court record access?
Complete the Walton County Access Agreement and submit all 3 pages. Attorney-of-record access requires a notary or oath.
Can I get reminders about Walton County court events?
Yes. Florida Courts eNotify allows registered users to receive text and email reminders by subscribing with case number or party details, but it is only a courtesy reminder service.