Suwannee County Clerk of Court

Suwannee County Clerk of Court

The Clerk of the Circuit Court for Suwannee County, based in Live Oak, is responsible for docketing filings, preserving the official case record, and processing fees across the county and circuit courts of North Central Florida. This office sits within Florida’s 3rd Judicial Circuit.

Contact Information & Location

Clerk: Barry Baker

Address: 200 South Ohio Avenue, Live Oak, FL 32064

Phone: 386-362-0500

Official Website: https://suwgov.org

3rd Judicial Circuit: https://jud3.flcourts.org

Services Available

Like all Florida clerks, the Suwannee County Clerk of Court provides a range of public-facing services beyond case docketing, including:

  • Case and official court records search
  • Recording of official records (deeds, liens, judgments)
  • Marriage license applications
  • Traffic citation and court fee payments
  • Jury duty information and reporting
  • Passport application acceptance
  • E-filing access for attorneys and self-represented litigants

Why This Office Matters for Appeals

For clients pursuing an appeal out of Suwannee County, the certified record and docket maintained by the Clerk’s office are what the appellate court will actually review. Brownstone Law works with the 3rd Judicial Circuit’s clerk’s office to confirm the record is complete before briefing begins.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I search Suwannee County court records online?

Yes. The Suwannee County Clerk of Court provides an online case and/or official records search through its official website. Availability and access rules vary by case type, so confidential or sealed records may not appear in a public search.

Does the Suwannee County Clerk of Court handle appeals?

The Clerk's office dockets filings including notices of appeal in many case types and helps certify the record, but it does not decide legal issues or provide legal advice. Appellate strategy should be handled by counsel.

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