Search Riverview Traffic Records
Riverview traffic court records are processed through the Hillsborough County Clerk of Courts. Riverview is a census-designated place in southern Hillsborough County with a population of about 107,776. Since Riverview is not an incorporated city, it relies entirely on the county court system for traffic case processing. All citations issued in the Riverview area go to the Hillsborough County Clerk's office in Tampa for filing. This page explains how to search for, pay, and resolve Riverview traffic court records through the county clerk.
Riverview Quick Facts
Hillsborough County Manages Riverview Traffic Cases
There are no city-level traffic courts in Florida. Every Riverview traffic citation goes to the Hillsborough County Clerk of Courts. The main clerk office sits at 800 East Twiggs Street in Tampa. That is the county seat, about 15 miles north of Riverview. The mailing address is P.O. Box 3360, Tampa, FL 33601.
Riverview is an unincorporated community, so the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office handles law enforcement in the area. When a deputy writes a traffic ticket in Riverview, the citation goes straight to the Hillsborough County Clerk for filing. The Hillsborough County Clerk Traffic Division processes all traffic cases from Riverview and the rest of the county. Under Chapter 316 of the Florida Statutes, the same traffic rules apply in Riverview as anywhere else in Florida.
| Office | Hillsborough County Clerk of Courts - Traffic |
|---|---|
| Address | 800 E. Twiggs Street Tampa, FL 33602 |
| Phone | 813-276-8100 |
| Mailing | P.O. Box 3360, Tampa, FL 33601 |
Note: Riverview does not have its own courthouse, so all in-person visits for traffic cases must go through the Tampa locations.
Search Riverview Traffic Court Records Online
The Hillsborough County Clerk offers an online search tool that covers all Riverview traffic court records. You can look up cases by name, case number, or citation number. The results show the violation type, fine amount, court date, and current status. Searching is free. You don't need an account to use it.
The Hillsborough County Clerk's website is where you can find Riverview traffic records online.
The site also lets you look up traffic ticket details and see what payment options are available for your specific Riverview case.
Florida's public records law under Chapter 119 of the Florida Statutes makes Riverview traffic court records open to anyone. You can search for any person's traffic case. Personal identifiers like social security numbers are redacted, but the violation, outcome, and fine details are all public. The statewide MyFLCourtAccess portal also includes Hillsborough County records if you want an alternative search method.
Riverview Traffic Ticket Payment Methods
Hillsborough County gives Riverview residents up to 60 calendar days from the date a traffic ticket was issued to pay the full civil penalty. That is more time than many Florida counties allow. But do not wait until the last day. If you miss the 60-day window, you face late fees and a possible license suspension from the Florida DHSMV. Paying the fine means you are admitting guilt. The state will add points to your driving record for most moving violations.
The Hillsborough County traffic ticket page lists all payment options. You can pay online through the clerk's website, by mail to the P.O. Box in Tampa, or in person at the clerk's office. The statewide PayFLClerk site also works for Hillsborough County payments. Under Florida Statute 318.18, the penalty amounts for Riverview traffic citations depend on the violation type and speed over the posted limit.
The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles tracks all traffic violations statewide. Once you pay a Riverview traffic fine, the conviction shows on your driving history. Points stay on your record for years. Too many points in a short period and the state suspends your license.
Traffic School for Riverview Citations
Riverview drivers who get a civil traffic ticket can elect to attend traffic school. Completing a state-approved course can keep points off your license even though you still pay the fine. It is a popular choice for Riverview residents who want to protect their insurance rates.
There are restrictions though. Hillsborough County does not allow traffic school for CDL holders. You can only use this option once in a 12-month period. And there is a lifetime limit of three times total. If you have already used traffic school three times, you cannot use it again for any Riverview traffic case, regardless of how minor the violation. Let the clerk know before your payment deadline that you want to take traffic school. Online courses are accepted and typically take about four hours to complete.
Note: Red light camera violations in Hillsborough County are handled by the clerk after 60 days if unpaid, and traffic school may not be available for those citations.
Riverview Traffic Court Fees and Records Costs
Fine amounts for Riverview traffic cases depend on the specific violation. Speeding tickets cost more the faster you were going. Non-moving violations like expired tags carry lower fines. The Hillsborough County Clerk collects all fines for Riverview traffic citations.
If you need copies of your Riverview traffic court records, you can get them at the clerk's office in Tampa. Copy fees are standard across Hillsborough County. If you let a fine go unpaid past 90 days, the clerk sends the case to a collection agency under Florida Statute 28.246. That agency can add up to 40% on top of your original balance. A $250 Riverview traffic fine could jump to $350 in collections. The Florida Clerks of Court Operations Corporation oversees fee structures for all 67 county clerks in the state. Call 813-276-8100 to check your balance and avoid the collections markup.
Contesting a Riverview Traffic Ticket
You do not have to pay every ticket. Riverview drivers can contest traffic citations by requesting a court hearing. You must do this before the 60-day payment deadline. Contact the Hillsborough County Clerk to schedule a hearing date. You will appear before a judge at the courthouse in Tampa.
At the hearing, you can present your case. Bring any evidence you have. Photos, witness statements, and dashcam footage are all fair game. If the judge rules in your favor, the Riverview traffic case gets dismissed. No fine, no points. If the judge rules against you, the fine could actually go up. There is a risk in contesting a ticket, so weigh your options carefully. Many Riverview residents choose traffic school instead because it is less risky and still keeps points off the record.
Hillsborough County Traffic Court Records
Riverview is in Hillsborough County, and all traffic filings go through the Hillsborough County Clerk of Courts. The county handles traffic cases for Tampa, Brandon, and dozens of other communities across the region. For more information on the county court system, locations, and resources, see the full Hillsborough County page.
Nearby Florida Cities
These cities are near Riverview and are served by courts in the same part of central Florida. Some share the Hillsborough County court system while others are in neighboring counties.