Palm Coast Traffic Records Search
Palm Coast traffic court records are filed through the Flagler County Clerk of Court in Bunnell. Palm Coast is the largest city in Flagler County with about 106,729 residents and generates the majority of traffic cases in the county. All traffic citations issued by Palm Coast police or Florida Highway Patrol in the area go to the Flagler County clerk for processing. This page covers how to search Palm Coast traffic records, pay fines, contest tickets, and get copies of case documents through the county clerk.
Palm Coast Quick Facts
Flagler County Clerk Handles Palm Coast Traffic Cases
Florida does not have city-level traffic courts. All Palm Coast traffic citations go to the Flagler County Clerk of Court for processing. The clerk's office is in Bunnell, the county seat, about 10 miles west of Palm Coast. The mailing address is P.O. Box 787, Bunnell, FL 32110. Phone is 904-437-7444.
Palm Coast is by far the biggest community in Flagler County. The city accounts for most of the traffic cases the clerk handles each year. Under Chapter 316 of the Florida Statutes, the same traffic laws that apply in Miami or Jacksonville apply in Palm Coast. When a Palm Coast officer writes a ticket, it gets filed with the Flagler County Clerk. That creates a public court record. The Flagler County Clerk manages all traffic records, fines, fees, and court proceedings for Palm Coast and the rest of the county.
| Office | Flagler County Clerk of Court |
|---|---|
| Mailing | P.O. Box 787, Bunnell, FL 32110 |
| Phone | 904-437-7444 |
Search Palm Coast Traffic Records Online
The Flagler County Clerk has an online system for looking up Palm Coast traffic court records. You can search by name, case number, or citation number. Results show the charge, hearing dates, fine amounts, and the current case status. Searching is free. Anyone can use it.
Visit the Flagler County Clerk's website to search for Palm Coast traffic court records.
The clerk's site gives you access to traffic case data for all of Flagler County, including every Palm Coast citation on file.
Under Chapter 119 of the Florida Statutes, court records in Florida are public. That includes Palm Coast traffic court records. Anyone can search for and copy these records. You don't need to be the defendant. Personal details like social security numbers are kept private, but the violation, fine amount, and outcome are open to all. You can also try MyFLCourtAccess for a statewide search that includes Flagler County data.
Note: Cases that have been sealed or expunged will not show up in any Palm Coast traffic records search.
Palm Coast Traffic Citation Payments
Civil traffic infractions issued in Palm Coast must be paid within 30 calendar days. This deadline is firm. If you miss it, the Flagler County Clerk adds late fees and the Florida DHSMV can suspend your driver's license. Pay on time to avoid both problems.
Palm Coast residents can pay traffic fines through the Flagler County Clerk's office. Options typically include online payment through the clerk's website, by mail to the P.O. Box in Bunnell, or in person at the clerk's office. The statewide PayFLClerk portal also handles Flagler County payments. When you pay a Palm Coast traffic fine, you are admitting guilt. The Florida DHSMV will add points to your driving record for most moving violations. Under Florida Statute 318.18, fine amounts depend on the violation type and how fast you were going over the limit.
Contesting Palm Coast Traffic Tickets
You have the right to contest any Palm Coast traffic citation. To do so, contact the Flagler County Clerk before your 30-day deadline and request a court hearing. The clerk will schedule a date for you to appear before a judge in Bunnell.
At the hearing, you present your side. Bring evidence if you have it. Photos, witness statements, and video can all help your case. If the judge dismisses the citation, it gets removed from your Palm Coast traffic court record. No fine, no points. But if the judge rules against you, the fine could be higher than the original amount. There is a real risk in contesting a ticket, so think about it before you go that route. Many Palm Coast drivers find that traffic school is a safer option because it avoids points while still closing the case.
Traffic school is available for most civil infractions in Palm Coast. You can take an online course. The usual limits apply. You can only use traffic school once every 12 months and no more than three times in your life. CDL holders cannot use this option. Let the Flagler County Clerk know before your payment deadline that you want to go this route.
Palm Coast Traffic Court Fees and Costs
Traffic fine amounts in Palm Coast vary by violation. Speeding tickets cost more when you are further over the limit. Non-moving violations like expired registration carry lower fines. The Flagler County Clerk collects all fines and fees for Palm Coast traffic cases. Call 904-437-7444 for the exact amount on your citation.
If you need copies of Palm Coast traffic court records, the clerk can provide them. Standard copy fees apply. For driving history reports, those come through the Florida DHSMV rather than the county clerk. Unpaid Palm Coast traffic fines carry serious consequences. After the grace period, the clerk can send your case to collections under Florida Statute 28.246. The collection agency adds up to 40% to whatever you owe. A $150 fine becomes $210 in collections. On top of that, the state will suspend your license until you clear the balance. Do not let a Palm Coast traffic case reach that point.
Palm Coast Police and Traffic Enforcement
The Palm Coast division of the Flagler County Sheriff's Office and the Palm Coast city government share law enforcement duties. Traffic citations in Palm Coast can come from local officers or Florida Highway Patrol troopers on the major roads through the area, including I-95 and US-1.
Once a citation is issued in Palm Coast, the ticket goes to the Flagler County Clerk for processing. The clerk logs the case and it becomes part of the public record. The Florida Clerks of Court Operations Corporation supports all 67 county clerks across the state, including the Flagler County office that handles Palm Coast traffic cases. After filing, you can find your case through the online search tool or by calling the clerk directly at 904-437-7444.
Note: Crash reports from Palm Coast traffic incidents are separate from court records and must be requested through the law enforcement agency that responded.
Flagler County Traffic Court Records
Palm Coast is in Flagler County, and all traffic filings go through the Flagler County Clerk of Court. Palm Coast is the largest community in the county and accounts for the majority of traffic cases. For full details on the Flagler County court system and additional resources, check the county page.
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