Find Clay County Traffic Records
Clay County traffic court records are held by the Clerk of Court in Green Cove Springs, Florida. This fast-growing county southwest of Jacksonville has about 220,000 residents and handles a large volume of traffic cases each year. The Clay County Clerk processes citations from local law enforcement, the county sheriff, and the Florida Highway Patrol. If you are looking for a traffic ticket, need to check a fine, or want to know your court date, the clerk's office in Green Cove Springs can help. Clay County is part of the Fourth Judicial Circuit, which is the same circuit that covers neighboring Duval County and Jacksonville.
Clay County Quick Facts
Clay County Clerk of Court
The Clay County Clerk of Court is responsible for all traffic court records in the county. The office is in Green Cove Springs and serves everyone from Orange Park to Middleburg to Fleming Island. Whether you got a speeding ticket on Blanding Boulevard or a red light citation on US 17, the record goes through this office.
Staff at the Clay County Clerk's office handle a wide range of traffic matters. They take in new citations from officers. They process fine payments by mail, online, and at the counter. They schedule hearings for people who want to contest tickets. And they keep the permanent record of every traffic case in Clay County. The office also handles driving school elections, which let you avoid points on your license if you qualify. Because Clay County has grown so much in recent years, the traffic division stays busy. Calling ahead before you visit can save you time.
| Mailing Address | PO Box 698, Green Cove Springs, FL 32043 |
|---|---|
| Phone | 904-284-6372 |
| Website | www.clayclerk.com |
How to Look Up Clay County Traffic Cases
Searching for traffic court records in Clay County can be done in a few ways. Online is the most popular method. The PayFLClerk portal covers all 67 Florida counties, including Clay. You can search for a ticket by citation number and pay it right from your computer or phone. The Clay County Clerk website at clayclerk.com may also have links to local court records search tools.
If you prefer to call, the clerk's number is 904-284-6372. Give them your name or citation number and they can check the status of your case. For people who need a paper copy of a Clay County traffic court record, visit the courthouse in Green Cove Springs. Bring your ID and the citation number if you have it. Certified copies are available for a per-page fee. You can also mail a written request to PO Box 698, Green Cove Springs, FL 32043. Include your full name, date of the citation, and any case or ticket numbers you know.
Note: The FLHSMV website explains the statewide rules that apply to all Clay County traffic cases.
Clay County Clerk Online Portal
The Clay County Clerk of Court website provides access to court services and information about handling traffic tickets in Clay County.
Use this site to find contact details, learn about your options after getting a Clay County traffic ticket, and access links to online payment tools.
Options After a Clay County Traffic Ticket
You have 30 days from the date a traffic citation is issued in Clay County to decide what to do. This is a firm deadline set by state law. The Cay County Clerk of Court processes all three options at the Green Cove Springs office.
The first option is to pay the fine and accept guilt. Points will be placed on your driving record. The Florida FLHSMV determines how many points each violation carries. Too many points can raise your insurance rates or lead to a license suspension. The second option is to pay and elect driving school. This option is only available for certain civil infractions. You cannot use it if you hold a commercial driver's license. Under Florida Statute 318.18, the fine may be reduced when you choose this path. You must complete the course on time or the points go back on.
The third option is to plead not guilty and request a hearing in Clay County court. A judge will hear the case. The state has to prove the violation under Chapter 316 of Florida law. If you win, the case is dismissed. If you lose, the full fine and points apply.
Clay County Traffic Fine Amounts
Traffic fines in Clay County follow the statewide schedule. Base fine amounts are set by Florida Statute 318.18, and then court costs and surcharges are added. A standard speeding ticket in Clay County typically costs between $150 and $350 total. Red light camera tickets and other specialty citations may have different fee structures.
If you do not pay or respond within 30 days, a late fee gets added to your Clay County ticket. The clerk also reports the missed deadline to the FLHSMV, which can suspend your license. After 90 days without payment, the fine may go to collections under Florida Statute 28.246. The collection agency is allowed to add up to 40 percent to the total. A $200 Clay County traffic ticket could become $280 or more. Pay through PayFLClerk.com or at the courthouse to avoid these extra costs.
Public Access to Clay County Traffic Records
Under Florida Statute Chapter 119, traffic court records in Clay County are public. Anyone can request to see them. You do not have to be a party to the case. The Clay County Clerk of Court must provide access to these records upon request.
Some items are kept confidential even in public records. Social security numbers, bank details, and information about juvenile cases are not released. The rest of a Clay County traffic record is open. This includes the name on the ticket, what the violation was, when it happened, and how the case was resolved. The Florida Clerks of Court Operations Corporation helps county clerks across the state manage public access to court records, including traffic cases in Clay County.
Note: Sealed or expunged records will not appear in any public search of Clay County traffic court records.
Cities in Clay County
Clay County includes Green Cove Springs, Orange Park, Middleburg, Fleming Island, Keystone Heights, and Penney Farms. None have a population over 75,000. All traffic citations from any part of Clay County go to the Clerk of Court in Green Cove Springs for processing.
Nearby Counties
Clay County borders several other Florida counties. Many Clay County residents commute to Jacksonville in Duval County, so tickets near the county line are common. Make sure you know which county issued your citation.