How to Search Alachua County Records (Start Here)
Alachua County (Gainesville, home of UF) has strong online access for both court records and property. The Clerk's system includes actual document images, not just index listings.
- Court records with document images: alachuaclerk.org/court_records — the Clerk of Circuit Court provides the latest filings and document images for cases in the system.
- Official records (deeds, liens, mortgages): The Clerk also serves as the County Recorder. Official records index is searchable online through the same site.
- Property values and ownership: Alachua County Property Appraiser at acpafl.org. They also offer a free Title Alert monitoring service that notifies you of changes to your property record.
- Statewide criminal: FDLE offers a free Florida criminal search. Local criminal cases are on the Clerk's court records site.
Alachua is in the 8th Judicial Circuit, which also covers Baker, Bradford, Gilchrist, Levy, and Union counties.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I view actual court documents online in Alachua County? ▼
Yes. The Clerk's court records system at alachuaclerk.org/court_records provides document images — not just case summaries. This includes pleadings, orders, and other filings.
What is Title Alert? ▼
Title Alert is a free property monitoring service from the Alachua County Property Appraiser (acpafl.org). It notifies property owners when changes are recorded against their property — designed to catch fraudulent deed filings.
Where are Alachua County recorded documents? ▼
The Clerk of Circuit Court doubles as the County Recorder. Official records — deeds, mortgages, liens, lis pendens — are searchable online through the Clerk's official records index.
What circuit is Alachua County in? ▼
The 8th Judicial Circuit, which includes Baker, Bradford, Gilchrist, Levy, and Union counties. Circuit Court handles major civil and felony cases; County Court covers misdemeanors, small claims, and traffic.
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