Brandon Family Court Case Records Access
Brandon is an unincorporated community in Hillsborough County. Family court records for Brandon residents are kept by the Hillsborough County Clerk of Court. There is no city clerk office. All divorce, custody, and support cases go through the county court system. The 13th Judicial Circuit serves this area.
Brandon Quick Facts
Hillsborough County Clerk Maintains Brandon Family Court Records
Family court records for Brandon are kept by the Hillsborough County Clerk, with Cindy Stuart serving as the elected clerk. Her office manages all court records for the 13th Judicial Circuit, encompassing cases from Brandon and all other areas throughout Hillsborough County. Since Brandon has no city government, there is no city clerk office to handle municipal matters, making the county clerk the sole source for all family court documentation.
The county clerk's main office is located at 800 E. Twiggs Street in Tampa, where family court records are housed and made available for public access. You can visit this facility to request case files, and staff members are trained to assist with searches by party name or case number. The office provides certified copies for legal use and operates weekdays from eight to five.
The Hillsborough County Clerk office maintains all family court records for Brandon residents.
| Office | Hillsborough County Clerk of Court |
|---|---|
| Clerk Name | Cindy Stuart |
| Address | 800 E. Twiggs Street, Tampa, FL 33602 |
| Website | www.hillsclerk.com |
Brandon residents must use the Hillsborough County Clerk for all court records as there is no local city office available. The county clerk handles all family law cases including divorce, custody, and support matters, ensuring all records are maintained at the county level.
Online Access to Brandon Family Court Records
You can search Brandon family court records online through the digital tools offered by the Hillsborough County Clerk. By visiting www.hillsclerk.com, you gain access to a case search feature that allows you to look up cases by name or case number. The online system displays case status, party names, and hearing dates, with some documents available for immediate download while others may require in-person requests.
The Hillsborough County records system allows Brandon residents to find family court cases online.
The Florida E-Filing Portal at www.myflcourtaccess.com also serves Brandon residents with statewide records access. Online access provides the convenience of checking case status from home, though some records require fees and certified copies must be obtained from the courthouse.
Types of Family Court Records in Brandon
Brandon family court cases are processed through the Hillsborough County court system, which handles a wide variety of case types that create records available for public viewing. Divorce cases are filed frequently and include petitions, financial affidavits, settlement agreements, and final judgments. Child custody cases generate parenting plans that detail time-sharing schedules and specify parental rights and responsibilities.
Brandon family law cases generate detailed records maintained by the Hillsborough County Clerk.
Child support records contain payment orders and income information, while domestic violence cases are processed with priority through temporary injunctions designed to protect victims quickly. Paternity and adoption cases establish legal parent rights, and guardianship records are also maintained. While most records remain public, some may be sealed by court order, and personal data remains protected.
Brandon Family Court E-Filing Portal
Brandon residents can file family court cases online through the e-filing portal, which enables document submission from home and eliminates the need to travel to Tampa for every filing. Both attorneys and self-represented parties can use this system, though e-filing is mandatory for attorneys while remaining optional for individuals without legal representation.
The e-filing portal allows Brandon residents to submit family court documents electronically.
To use the portal, create an account and follow the submission process for new cases or additional documents to existing ones. The system confirms receipt and maintains a permanent record. The portal accepts many file types with PDF being most common. Make sure files are clear and follow naming rules. Call the clerk for help if needed.
Brandon Unincorporated Community Records
Brandon is not a city but a large unincorporated community near Tampa, meaning it has no city government, no mayor, no city council, and no city clerk office. All government services come from Hillsborough County. This affects where you find records, as family court records are exclusively at the county clerk with no local option available.
You must travel to Tampa or use online tools for court services. While being unincorporated offers benefits like lower property taxes and fewer regulations, you must use county offices for court matters. Plan accordingly when you need records.
How to Request Brandon Family Court Records
You have several options for obtaining Brandon family court records with different procedures and turnaround times. In-person visits give quick results at 800 E. Twiggs Street in Tampa with photo ID. Staff will find the case, allow file viewing, and make copies with certified versions at extra cost.
Online searches work from home through the Hillsborough County Clerk website using the case search tool to enter names or numbers and view details with some documents downloadable. Mail requests are possible by writing to the clerk's office with case information, contact details, and payment, though processing takes additional time.
Hillsborough County Family Court Records
Brandon is part of Hillsborough County, and all family court records for the community are integrated into the county system. The county clerk maintains files for Brandon alongside other communities including Tampa, Plant City, and Temple Terrace. For comprehensive information about the county court system, visit the Hillsborough County family court records page.