Dixie County Civil Court Records
Dixie County civil court records are kept by the Clerk of Court in Cross City. The 3rd Judicial Circuit handles all civil cases filed in Dixie County, and the clerk's office gives public access to court files online and in person at the courthouse.
Dixie County Quick Facts
Dixie County Clerk of Court
The Clerk of Court in Dixie County is Barbara Higginbotham. This office is responsible for overseeing various departments that deal with the Circuit and County court systems. Staff file new cases, store court documents, and provide copies of civil filings. The office is on Highway 351 in Cross City. You can visit in person or call for help.
The Dixie County Clerk website has information about court services, online records, and contact details. The clerk handles both circuit and county court cases. All departments are reachable at one phone number. Dixie County is one of the smaller counties in Florida, so the clerk's office handles all case types from a single location.
The clerk's office is open weekdays. Walk-ins are welcome during business hours for civil court record requests.
| Clerk | Barbara Higginbotham |
|---|---|
| Address | 214 NE Hwy 351 Cross City, FL 32628 |
| Mailing | PO Box 1206 Cross City, FL 32628 |
| Phone | (352) 498-1200 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Website | dixieclerk.com |
How to Search Dixie County Civil Court Records
You can search civil court records in Dixie County online or in person. The Dixie County court services page lists the departments that handle court records. The clerk's office provides court records search, official records from 1920 to 1983, and official records from 1983 to the present. That is a wide range of historical records available online.
The Dixie County OCRS page provides another way to search court cases online through the statewide Online Court Records Search system. This tool gives public access under Florida Administrative Order AOSC 16-107. The search is free and you do not need to create an account.
You can also search civil court records in person at 214 NE Hwy 351 in Cross City. Staff can look up cases and make copies. Certified copies cost more than plain ones. Bring your ID when you visit the courthouse.
The Florida Courts E-Filing Portal connects to all 67 county clerks including Dixie County. You can file new civil cases through the portal at any time. It is free to register.
Court Departments in Dixie County
The Dixie County clerk's office has several departments. Circuit Civil and Family Law Enforcement handles general court cases involving monetary amounts more than $15,000. Family law cases relating to family matters also go through this department. The County Civil Department handles filing court cases less than $15,000, Small Claims Court, and evictions.
Other departments include Domestic Violence for filing injunctions for protection, the Juvenile Department for cases involving minors (most of these records are confidential), the Mental Health Department for Baker Act and Marchman Act cases, and Probate and Guardianship for estates, wills, and guardian matters. All departments are reachable at (352) 498-1200.
Dixie County is part of the 3rd Judicial Circuit. This circuit also covers Columbia, Hamilton, Lafayette, Madison, Suwannee, and Taylor counties. The 3rd Judicial Circuit website has more information about courts in the region.
Online Services in Dixie County
The Dixie County clerk's website offers several online services. You can pay court fines, pay traffic tickets, pay child support, e-file court documents, set up property fraud alerts, apply for online marriage licenses, and use DIY forms and filings for injunctions and divorce. These tools let you handle many court-related tasks without visiting the courthouse.
DIY Florida is a free tool inside the E-Filing Portal. It walks you through interview questions and fills out court forms for you. More than 20 forms are available for small claims, landlord-tenant, and other civil case types. Standard filing fees still apply when you file. The support desk is available weekdays at (850) 577-4609.
Public Records Access in Dixie 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 Dixie County. You do not need to be a party in a case. You can ask to see any public 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. Most juvenile records are also confidential. But most civil court files in Dixie County are open to the public. Copies cost a small fee per page. Certified copies cost more.
Cities in Dixie County
Dixie County includes Cross City, Old Town, and other small communities. All civil court cases go through the Dixie County Clerk of Court. Cross City is the county seat and the only location for filing and looking up civil court records.
None of the cities in Dixie County meet the population threshold for a separate city page. All residents use the Dixie County clerk's office in Cross City for civil court matters.
Nearby Counties
These counties are also in the 3rd Judicial Circuit with Dixie County. If you are not sure which county handles your civil case, check the address where the dispute took place.