Court records of Orange County, Florida, are available through several channels. OrangeCourt.us allows searching for public information about court cases in the county. Additionally, records can be found through official court resources — specifically the Clerk of Courts electronic search portal — as well as directly at the court clerk's office or on public terminals in the courthouse in Orlando.
Orange Court System & Jurisdictions
Orange County is part of the Ninth Judicial Circuit of Florida, which also serves Osceola County. The court system here is divided into two main levels — Circuit Court and County Court — each handling different categories of cases.
Circuit Court
This is a court of general jurisdiction. It handles more serious cases:
- Criminal cases for felonies
- Civil lawsuits over $50,000
- Family law — divorce, child custody, alimony, domestic violence
- Probate cases — estate settlement and guardianship appointments
- Juvenile cases
Appeals from the Circuit Court are directed to the Fifth District Court of Appeal. Detailed information about the structure of the district court is available on the Florida Courts page for Orange County.
County Court
County Court handles cases with a lower threshold of complexity:
- Misdemeanors — minor criminal offenses
- Civil lawsuits up to $50,000
- Small claims — up to $8,000
- Traffic infractions
- County ordinance violations
Both levels of courts operate in the Orange County Courthouse building in downtown Orlando. General information and resources for both levels are published by the Ninth Judicial Circuit Court of Florida.
Orange Court Calendar & Upcoming Hearings
To find out which hearings are scheduled for today, tomorrow, or during the week, use one of the following resources:
- Ninth Judicial Circuit — Case Query. On the case search page, you can enter a case number or party name and see scheduled hearing dates, the assigned judge, and the court division.
- Clerk of Courts Portal. Through the online record search system, data on hearing dates, case status, and filed documents are available.
- First Appearance. Most arrested individuals have the right to an initial hearing before a judge. The schedule for such hearings is published on the First Appearance page of the Orange County Corrections system.
If you need information about a specific court division — for example, family or criminal — contact the office of the relevant division directly by phone or visit the courthouse.
How to Get a Copy of a Orange Court Document
The Clerk of Courts in Orange County stores and issues copies of court documents. There are two types of copies:
- Uncertified copies — regular printouts without an official stamp. Suitable for personal reference.
- Certified copies — have the clerk's seal and confirm the document's authenticity. Required by other courts, employers, or government agencies.
Ways to Obtain
- Online. Find the case through the electronic search portal and order document copies. Some documents are available for free download; certified copies incur a fee.
- In person. Visit the Clerk of Courts office:
- By mail. Send a written request to the above address, specifying the case number, party names, and type of copy needed. Include a check or money order payable to "Orange County Clerk of Courts" to cover the cost.
Note: Some records — including juvenile cases, sealed, or expunged records — are not subject to public access under Florida laws. If you are unsure whether a document is open, ask the clerk.
Orange Court Records Fees & Payment
The fee amounts are regulated by Florida Statutes (including Florida Statutes §28.24). Below are the main rates applicable at the Orange County Clerk of Courts office:
| Service | Cost |
|---|---|
| Document copy (regular) | $1.00 per page |
| Certification of copy | $2.00 per document (in addition to the copy cost) |
| Record search upon request | Free online; a fee may be charged for complex archive searches |
| Apostille or additional certification | Check with the clerk |
Payment Methods
- In person: cash, check, money order, credit/debit card
- By mail: check or money order payable to "Orange County Clerk of Courts"
- Online: card payment through the electronic clerk portal (a service fee for transaction processing may apply)
The current fee schedule can always be checked on the official Clerk of Courts website or by calling (407) 836-2000. Prices may change according to state legislative updates.