Calhoun County Civil Court Records Search
Calhoun County civil court records are kept by the Clerk of Court in Blountstown. The 14th Judicial Circuit handles all civil cases filed in Calhoun County, and the clerk's office gives public access to court files online and at the courthouse.
Calhoun County Quick Facts
Calhoun County Clerk of Court
The Clerk of Court in Calhoun County is Carla Hand. This office keeps all civil court records for the county. Staff file new cases, store court documents, and hand out copies of civil filings. The office sits at the courthouse in downtown Blountstown. You can visit in person or call for help with civil court records.
The Calhoun County Clerk website has information about court services and records. Calhoun County is one of the smaller counties in the Florida Panhandle. The clerk's office handles civil, criminal, traffic, and family law cases. All civil case documents go through this single office in Blountstown.
The Online Court Records Search (OCRS) provides access to Calhoun County court records. You can view the Calhoun County OCRS search tool to look up civil cases online for free.
The clerk's office is open weekdays. Walk-ins are welcome during business hours.
| Clerk | Carla Hand |
|---|---|
| Address | 20859 Central Ave E Blountstown, FL 32424 |
| Phone | (850) 674-4545 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Website | calhounclerk.com |
How to Search Calhoun County Civil Court Records
You can search civil court records in Calhoun County online or in person. The OCRS system gives public access to court case information. You can search by name or case number. The public access option is anonymous and free. You do not need to create an account for basic searches. All online access is governed under Florida Administrative Order AOSC 16-107.
The online data is not intended as an authoritative public record or legal document. It has no legal force or effect. For official copies, visit the clerk's office. Certified copies carry the clerk's seal and are valid for court use. Plain copies are cheaper but do not have legal certification.
You can also search civil court records in person at the Calhoun County Courthouse, 20859 Central Ave E in Blountstown. Staff can look up cases and make copies for you. Bring your ID when you visit.
The Florida Courts E-Filing Portal also provides access to Calhoun County civil court records. This statewide tool connects to all 67 county clerks. You can file new civil cases through the portal at any time of day. It is free to register. The portal serves more than 770,000 users and processes over 30 million documents each year across all Florida counties.
Civil Court Structure in Calhoun County
Calhoun County is part of the 14th Judicial Circuit. This circuit also covers Bay, Gulf, Holmes, Jackson, and Washington counties. Civil cases in Calhoun County go to one of two court levels based on the amount in dispute.
Circuit Court handles civil cases with claims above $30,000. This includes contract disputes, personal injury lawsuits, and real property actions. Family law, probate, and guardianship cases also go to the Circuit Court in Calhoun County. County Court handles civil cases up to $30,000. Small claims up to $8,000 fall under County Court. Evictions and landlord-tenant disputes are in County Court as well.
If you are not sure which court handles your case, call the clerk's office at (850) 674-4545. The Florida court locations page shows all courthouse addresses in the state.
Official Records in Calhoun County
The Clerk of Court in Calhoun County also keeps official records. These include deeds, mortgages, liens, and other recorded documents. Official records are separate from court case files. They are useful if you need to find civil judgments recorded against property in Calhoun County.
Online records are not official legal documents. For certified copies, you must visit the clerk's office in Blountstown. The clerk follows state rules on what information can appear online. Sealed records and confidential files are not available through the public search. The clerk's office can tell you what records are available and how to get copies.
The Find a Clerk directory on the Florida Court Clerks and Comptrollers website lists contact info for all 67 county clerks. Use it to reach the Calhoun County clerk or any other clerk in the state.
Confidential Information in Calhoun County Civil Court Records
Some details in civil court records are kept private. Under Florida law, social security numbers and bank account or credit card numbers must not appear in public court files. If these numbers show up in a document, anyone can ask the clerk to redact them. There is no fee for this.
Parties and attorneys who file civil court papers must use the Notice of Confidential Information Form under Florida Rule of Judicial Administration 2.420. This form flags any confidential data so the clerk can keep it out of public view. The rule covers social security numbers, bank account numbers, and other personal details.
Self-Help Resources for Civil Cases in Calhoun County
DIY Florida is a free tool inside the E-Filing Portal. It walks you through interview questions and fills out court forms. More than 20 forms are available for small claims, landlord-tenant, and other civil case types. You can file the completed forms through the portal to the Calhoun County clerk's office. Standard filing fees still apply.
The E-Filing Portal support desk is available weekdays from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Eastern time at (850) 577-4609. Call if you need help with electronic filing in Calhoun County. Training videos show how to set up an account, submit documents, and pay fees. Self-represented litigants can register for free.
The Florida Courts self-help page has forms and guides for common civil case types. The clerk's office cannot give legal advice, but staff can point you to the right forms for civil cases in Calhoun County.
Public Records Access in Calhoun County
Florida has broad public records laws. Chapter 119 of the Florida Statutes says all state, county, and municipal records are open for inspection and copying. This covers civil court records in Calhoun County. You do not need to be a party in a case. You can ask to see any public civil court file. The clerk must respond within a reasonable time.
Some limits exist. Records sealed by court order are off limits. Social security numbers and bank account numbers stay confidential. But most civil court files in Calhoun County are open to the public. For in-person access, visit the clerk's office at 20859 Central Ave E in Blountstown. Copies cost a small fee per page. Certified copies cost more.
Cities in Calhoun County
Calhoun County has a few communities including Blountstown and Altha. All civil court cases for these areas go through the Calhoun County Clerk of Court. Blountstown is the county seat and the main location for filing and looking up civil court records.
None of the cities in Calhoun County meet the population threshold for a separate city page. All residents use the Calhoun County clerk's office in Blountstown for civil court matters.
Nearby Counties
These counties are also in the 14th Judicial Circuit with Calhoun County. If you are not sure which county handles your civil case, check the address where the dispute took place. You must file in the correct county.