Coral Springs Family Court Records Information
Coral Springs family court records are filed with the Broward County Clerk of Courts. The city is in the 17th Judicial Circuit of Florida. All divorce, custody, and family law cases go through the county court system. The clerk keeps these records and provides public access. You can search online or visit the clerk's office. The city has over 140,000 residents and relies on the Broward County court system for all family law matters and official record keeping.
Coral Springs Quick Facts
Where to Find Coral Springs Family Court Records
Coral Springs is located in Broward County, which means all family court records are maintained at the Broward County Clerk of Courts office. The main courthouse is in Fort Lauderdale at 201 SE 6th Street, where you can visit the clerk's office to get copies or file cases. Brenda D. Forman serves as the Broward County Clerk of Courts, and her office maintains records for Coral Springs and over 30 other cities throughout the county.
| Office | Broward County Clerk of Courts |
|---|---|
| Clerk | Brenda D. Forman |
| Address | 201 SE 6th Street Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301 |
| Phone | (954) 831-6565 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM |
| Website | browardclerk.org |
The City of Coral Springs has a City Clerk office at 9551 W. Sample Road, reachable at (954) 344-1005. City clerks do not keep court records. They handle city business only. All family court papers are filed and stored at the county level through the Broward County Clerk of Courts.
Online Search for Coral Springs Family Court Records
You can search Coral Springs family court records online through the Broward County Clerk's case search system. The state portal at MyFloridaCourtAccess also provides access to cases in the 17th Judicial Circuit. Both systems are available to the public 24 hours a day. The online system shows case information including party names, filing dates, and case status. Some documents are viewable online for a fee. Certified copies require an in-person visit to the clerk's office.
Visit browardclerk.org and click on the public records search link. Enter a name or case number to begin. Searches are free, and you only pay to view documents.
You will need these items to search:
- First and last name of a party
- Case number if known
- Approximate filing year
Filing Family Cases for Coral Springs Residents
Coral Springs residents file family cases at the Broward County Courthouse through the county clerk's office. The 17th Judicial Circuit hears divorce, custody, support, and paternity matters. The filing fee for a new divorce case is $408, which is the state base fee. You also pay service fees to have papers delivered to the other party, which is required by law.
E-filing is required for attorneys and available to self-represented parties. The Florida e-filing portal at myflcourtaccess.com lets you upload PDF files and pay fees online. The court has specialized family divisions. Family case managers help with settlements, and mediation is often required before trial to help parties reach agreement without a full trial.
Types of Coral Springs Family Court Records
The Broward County Clerk maintains many types of records, and Coral Springs residents can access most of them. Some files are sealed by court order. Divorce records are most often requested, including petitions, answers, judgments, and settlement agreements.
Child custody records show parenting plans and time-sharing orders. Child support records include orders, payment history, and wage garnishment notices. Paternity records establish legal fatherhood. Domestic violence records have injunctions for protection. Guardianship records name legal guardians.
Adoption records are sealed in Florida and require a court order to view. Name change records are public and show the court-approved name change.
Getting Copies of Coral Springs Family Court Records
You can get copies in several ways. Visit the clerk's office in Fort Lauderdale for same-day service. Use online services for some records. Send a request by mail if you are not in a rush.
Plain copies cost $1 per page. Certified copies cost $7 for the first page and $1 for each extra page. Certification proves the copy is accurate, and many legal uses need certified copies. To request by mail, write to the Broward County Clerk with case details and document names. Send payment for fees and call (954) 831-6565 to confirm the amount first.
Older cases may be archived. Records from before 1990 can take longer. Call ahead to ask about these, and the clerk will tell you where they are.
Legal Help for Coral Springs Family Court Cases
Many Coral Springs residents need legal help with family matters. The Florida Bar can refer you to a family law attorney. Call 1-800-561-2808.
Free legal aid is available through Coast to Coast Legal Aid of South Florida. They serve Broward County and help with divorce, custody, and domestic violence. Call (954) 736-2400 to apply.
Broward County has a self-help center at the courthouse in Fort Lauderdale where staff help with forms and process. They do not give legal advice. Free forms are at flcourts.org along with guides and videos.
Broward County Family Court Records
Coral Springs is in Broward County, and all family court records are at the county clerk's office. The county serves over 30 cities. For more about the county court system, visit the Broward County page.