The Leon County Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller serves Tallahassee and the rest of Leon County, Florida. The office keeps court records and many county public records. Readers often use it to find civil or criminal cases, review traffic matters, obtain certified copies, research probate files, or search recorded property documents. The main courthouse is in downtown Tallahassee. A northeast branch handles several public-facing services as well. Leon County offers free online access to many court documents when images are available. Sensitive case types use a secure registration system. This guide explains where to search, how to request copies and which office to contact when an online record is not enough.
Leon County Clerk of Court Tallahassee Quick Overview
| Detail | Information |
| Office | Leon County Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller |
| Main courthouse | 301 S. Monroe Street, #100, Tallahassee, FL 32301 |
| Main phone | 850-606-4000 |
| Hours | Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. |
| Court Records | Public Court Records search |
| Secure access | Secure Web registration for eligible sensitive case types |
| Official Records phone | 850-606-4030 |
| Traffic phone | 850-606-4100 |
| Official website | leonclerk.com |
Leon County Clerk of Court Address and Phone Number
The main Leon County Clerk office is in the County Courthouse at 301 S. Monroe Street, Suite 100, Tallahassee, FL 32301. Office hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The general administration number is 850-606-4000.
The Clerk also uses specialized numbers. Official Records and Recording can be reached at 850-606-4030. Traffic uses 850-606-4100. Probate, wills and estates use 850-606-4180. Misdemeanor assistance is available at 850-606-4130. Calling the correct division is usually faster than starting with a general inquiry.
Leon County Clerk of Courts Locations
| Location | Address | Main use |
| Leon County Courthouse | 301 S. Monroe St., #100, Tallahassee, FL 32301 | Main court and Clerk services |
| Northeast Branch / Metro 8 | 1276 Metropolitan Blvd., #101, Tallahassee, FL 32312 | Traffic and Official Records services |
| Government Annex Building | 315 S. Calhoun St., 7th Floor, Tallahassee, FL 32301 | Selected Clerk and county functions |
How to Search Leon County Court Records and Cases
Leon County separates ordinary public online access from Secure Web access. Public users can self-serve many Circuit Civil, County Civil, Small Claims, Traffic, Criminal Traffic, Misdemeanor and Felony records when images are available. Family Law, Guardianship and Probate documents may require a registered Secure Web account for expanded access.
- Open leonclerk.com and choose Court Records from the Records Request or records section.
- Use the public Court Records search for ordinary civil, criminal and traffic matters. Search by case number when possible.
- Open the matching case and review the docket. Available public images can be viewed, printed or downloaded without an office visit.
- If the case is sensitive, older or unavailable through public access, use Secure Web if you qualify or contact the Clerk for a copy request.
Registration does not make confidential records public. Access still depends on the case type, the document and the user’s relationship to the case. Parties may receive additional access to some protected categories after registration. This can include certain family, guardianship, probate, dependency, juvenile or mental-health records. Sealed records remain restricted.
How to Request Copies of Court Records
When you request a record directly from the Clerk, provide:
- Case number and case type.
- Full names of the parties and the year of the case.
- Exact document or docket entry you want.
- Whether you need an ordinary copy, certified copy or exemplified copy.
| Request method | Best used for |
| Online | Free self-service copies when an image is available; e-Certify for eligible certified records |
| In person | Records that need staff review or documents not available for self-service |
| Mail / remote request | Detailed copy orders when you know the case and document information |
Leon County lists court-record copies at $1 per page. Certification is $2 per document. A record search costs $2 for each year searched. The Clerk also offers e-Certify at the case level for eligible records. This can save a courthouse trip when an electronically certified document is accepted by the receiving agency. Always check the agency’s requirements before ordering a particular format.
Other Services Available Through the Clerk
The Clerk handles civil cases, small claims, criminal matters, traffic, family law, probate, wills and estates, guardianship, juvenile records and appeals. It also manages Official Records, marriage services, passports, tax deed work and county financial responsibilities. The office provides self-service online records because many readers only need to verify a filing or print an uncertified copy. More complex requests can be routed to Archives/Central Filing or the relevant case division.
Court Records vs. Property Records
Court Records contain case filings and docket activity. Official Records are recorded documents such as deeds, mortgages, liens, judgments and other instruments placed in the county’s recording system. Leon County has a separate Official Records search. Recorded-document copies cost $1 per page, with $2 added for certification. If the goal is to trace property ownership or find a recorded mortgage, use Official Records. If the goal is to read a complaint, order or criminal docket, use Court Records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Why can I see some Leon County cases without registering but not others?
Public access covers many ordinary civil, criminal and traffic case types. Sensitive case types can require Secure Web registration and additional authorization.
Q. Can I print court documents from home for free?
Yes, when the public or registered portal makes an image available. The free printout is not the same as a certified copy.
Q. How do I get a certified Leon County court record online?
Use the e-Certify option when it appears at the case level. If the record is not eligible, contact the Clerk for another copy method.
Q. Where should I search for a deed in Tallahassee?
Use Leon County Official Records. Deeds and mortgages are recorded documents and are not searched the same way as court cases.
Q. What if the document I need is not visible online?
Contact the Clerk with the case number and document description. The file may require staff retrieval, redaction or a different level of authorized access.
