Find Daytona Beach Traffic Court Records
Daytona Beach traffic court records are filed with the Volusia County Clerk of Court. Located on Florida's east coast, Daytona Beach has about 86,015 residents and sees a steady flow of traffic citations. The Volusia County clerk maintains records for all traffic violations, fines, and court proceedings in the Daytona Beach area. You can search cases online, pay fines through the clerk's website, or call the traffic division directly. This page covers how to find and handle Daytona Beach traffic court records.
Daytona Beach Quick Facts
Where Daytona Beach Traffic Cases Are Filed
The Volusia County Clerk of Court processes all Daytona Beach traffic court records. The clerk's main office is at 101 N Alabama Ave in DeLand. Under Florida Statute Chapter 316, all traffic citations must be filed with the clerk of court in the county where they were issued. For Daytona Beach, that is Volusia County.
The Volusia County Clerk has a dedicated traffic division that maintains records, processes fines and fees, and assists with affidavits and general proceedings related to traffic citations, violations, and infractions in Daytona Beach. The Daytona Beach Police Department, the Volusia County Sheriff's Office, and the Florida Highway Patrol all write tickets in the area. Every citation flows to the Volusia County clerk for processing and record-keeping.
| Office | Volusia County Clerk of Court |
|---|---|
| Address | 101 N Alabama Ave DeLand, FL 32724 |
| Phone | 386-736-5915 |
| Traffic Division | (866) 234-9790 |
| Website | clerk.org |
Searching Daytona Beach Traffic Records Online
The Volusia County Clerk website has online search tools for Daytona Beach traffic court records. Look up cases by citation number, name, or case number. The basic search is free. It shows the charge type, case status, amounts due, and hearing dates. This is the fastest way to check on a Daytona Beach traffic ticket from home.
The traffic division has its own phone line at (866) 234-9790. This is a toll-free number with extended hours. The line is open Monday through Thursday from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, Friday from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, and Saturday from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Those hours are wider than most clerk offices in Florida. You can call to ask about a Daytona Beach traffic case, get your balance, or find out about court dates. It is a convenient option for people who work during standard business hours.
Statewide search tools also cover Daytona Beach cases. PayFLClerk lets you search and pay citations from any Florida county. MyFLCourtAccess pulls records from all 67 counties. Daytona Beach cases show up under Volusia County in both systems. For in-person help, visit the clerk office in DeLand or call the traffic division for directions to the nearest branch.
Note: The Volusia County traffic division phone line has extended evening and Saturday hours for Daytona Beach residents.
Volusia County Clerk Portal for Daytona Beach
The Volusia County Clerk of Court website provides access to case searches, payment tools, and traffic court information for Daytona Beach.
This site serves as the main portal for all Daytona Beach traffic court records. You can search for cases, make payments, and find details about the traffic court process in Volusia County. The online tools are available around the clock.
Options for Daytona Beach Traffic Citations
After getting a traffic ticket in Daytona Beach, you have 30 days to respond. The due date is on the citation. Missing this deadline adds late fees to your Daytona Beach traffic court record. You have three main choices. Each one affects your driving record in a different way.
Paying the fine is the simplest route. It counts as an admission of guilt. The Florida DHSMV adds points to your driving record based on the violation. Speeding, running a red light, and improper lane changes all carry different point values. Those points stay on your record for years and can raise your insurance rates. It is the quickest way to close a Daytona Beach traffic case, but it comes with consequences.
Traffic school is the second option. You pay the fine but also complete an approved driver improvement course. The Volusia County court withholds adjudication on your Daytona Beach traffic ticket. That means no points go on your record for that specific citation. You can use this option once every 12 months. CDL holders are not eligible. It does not cover red light camera violations, tag issues, or registration problems in Daytona Beach.
The third option is to plead not guilty. The clerk sets a hearing date. You go before a traffic court judge and present your case. If the judge rules in your favor, the Daytona Beach citation is dismissed. If not, the original fines and points apply. Some people hire a traffic attorney for this step, though it is not required.
Daytona Beach Traffic Court Fees
Fines for Daytona Beach traffic tickets vary by violation. Florida Statute 318 sets the base penalty for each type of offense. Court costs, state surcharges, and Volusia County fees get stacked on top of the base amount. Your total shows on the citation and in the clerk's online system. Moving violations typically cost more than non-moving ones.
Late fees are a problem if you miss the 30-day window. The Volusia County Clerk adds surcharges after the deadline passes. Under Florida Statute 28.246, unpaid fines can be referred to a collection agency after 90 days. The collection agency adds up to 40% to your total. A $200 Daytona Beach traffic fine could jump to $280 in collections. That is money you can avoid spending by paying on time or contacting the clerk before the deadline.
You can pay Daytona Beach traffic fines online through the Volusia County Clerk's site, by phone at (866) 234-9790, through PayFLClerk, by mail to 101 N Alabama Ave in DeLand, or in person at the courthouse. Online and phone payments take credit and debit cards. Mail payments should be by check or money order with your citation number included.
Public Access to Daytona Beach Traffic Records
Daytona Beach traffic court records are public documents. Florida Statute Chapter 119 makes government records open to any person. You can search for anyone's Daytona Beach traffic case without giving a reason. The Volusia County Clerk provides most traffic records through its online search tool. Case details, violation types, fines, and outcomes are all visible to the public.
Personal data like social security numbers gets removed from public search results. But the core facts of the Daytona Beach traffic case are there. The charge, the date, the case outcome, and the fine amount are all part of the record. For cases that predate the online system or are not showing up in searches, call the traffic division at (866) 234-9790 or visit the clerk in DeLand. Staff can search the archives and provide copies.
Note: Sealed or expunged Daytona Beach traffic records will not appear in any public search results.
Volusia County Traffic Court Records
Daytona Beach is in Volusia County. All traffic cases from the city go through the Volusia County Clerk of Court in DeLand. For more on the county system, search tools, and additional resources, visit the Volusia County page.
Nearby Florida Cities
Other cities near Daytona Beach with traffic court record pages are listed below. Deltona is also in Volusia County and uses the same clerk system.