Access Dixie County Traffic Records

Dixie County traffic court records are maintained by the Clerk of Court in Cross City, Florida. This is one of the smallest counties in the state with only about 17,000 residents. Despite its small size, traffic citations still get issued on the roads running through Dixie County, especially along US 19 and US 98. The Clerk of Court in Cross City handles every traffic ticket in the county, from processing payments to scheduling court dates. Dixie County falls within the Third Judicial Circuit, and the single courthouse in Cross City is where all traffic court matters get resolved.

Dixie County Clerk of Court

The Dixie County Clerk of Court is the sole office responsible for traffic court records in the county. Located in Cross City, it handles citations from the Dixie County Sheriff's Office and the Florida Highway Patrol. There is no city police force in Cross City, so most tickets come from the sheriff or state troopers.

The clerk's office in Dixie County is small but fully equipped to handle traffic matters. Staff can pull up your case, give you the fine amount, explain your options, and take your payment. They process driving school elections and schedule hearings for people who want to contest a citation. Because of the county's small population, the office usually has shorter wait times than you would find in a larger county. If you need to deal with a Dixie County traffic ticket in person, the courthouse in Cross City is straightforward to find.

Searching Dixie County Traffic Court Records

There are a few ways to find traffic court records in Dixie County. The PayFLClerk system is the main online option. It covers all 67 Florida counties and lets you search for a ticket by citation number. Once you find your case, you can pay the fine right there. The Dixie County Clerk website may also offer links to local records or additional information about the traffic court process.

Calling the clerk at 352-498-1200 is another good option, especially if you do not have your citation number handy. The staff can search by name and give you details about any Dixie County traffic case. For an in-person visit, the courthouse in Cross City is open during regular business hours. Bring your ID and any paperwork you have. The clerk can search records, accept payments, and provide copies of traffic court documents for a small fee.

The Florida FLHSMV has statewide information about how traffic tickets are handled, including the 30-day response deadline and the point system. These rules apply to every citation issued in Dixie County.

Note: If you are passing through Dixie County and got a ticket, you can handle it by mail or online without coming back to Cross City.

Dixie County Clerk Website

The Dixie County Clerk of Court website has contact information and details about court services available in Cross City.

This site provides phone numbers, mailing addresses, and basic information about the Dixie County traffic court process. For online payments, use the statewide PayFLClerk portal.

Options for a Dixie County Traffic Ticket

When you receive a traffic citation in Dixie County, you get 30 days to pick what to do. The three choices are the same across all Florida counties. The Dixie County Clerk of Court in Cross City handles each one.

Paying the fine closes the case fast. It is a guilty plea. The FLHSMV will add points to your driving record based on the violation. Too many points lead to higher insurance costs or even a license suspension. The second choice is paying the fine and choosing driving school. Under Florida Statute 318.18, the fine may be reduced when you elect this path. Finish the course on time and no points go on your record. You can use this option five times in your lifetime and not more than once every 12 months. It is not available to commercial driver's license holders.

Pleading not guilty is your third option. The court in Dixie County will schedule a hearing. A judge will listen to both sides. Under Chapter 316 of the Florida Statutes, the state carries the burden of proof. If you are found not guilty, the case goes away. If the state wins, you pay the full amount and get the points.

Dixie County Traffic Fines

Traffic fines in Dixie County are based on the same statewide schedule that applies everywhere in Florida. Florida Statute 318.18 sets the base penalties, and court costs plus surcharges get stacked on top. A standard moving violation in Dixie County usually costs between $130 and $300 all in.

If you let the 30-day window pass without responding to a Dixie County traffic ticket, the clerk adds a late fee. The FLHSMV may suspend your license over the unpaid citation. After 90 days, Florida Statute 28.246 lets the debt go to a collection agency. That agency can pile on up to 40 percent extra. A $150 Dixie County ticket could turn into $210 if collections gets involved. Avoid all of this by paying on time at PayFLClerk.com or at the Cross City courthouse.

Dixie County Traffic Records and Public Access

Florida Statute 119 makes most government records open to the public. Traffic court records in Dixie County fall under this law. Anyone can request to see a traffic case. You do not have to be the driver on the ticket. The Dixie County Clerk must provide the records when asked.

A few types of data are kept private. Social security numbers, financial account information, and records involving minors are not released to the public. Everything else in a Dixie County traffic case is accessible. The driver's name, the type of violation, the date, and the case result are all available. The Florida Clerks of Court Operations Corporation helps all 67 county clerks follow public records requirements, and Dixie County is included in that support network.

Note: Sealed or expunged traffic records in Dixie County will not show up in any public search.

Cities in Dixie County

Dixie County includes Cross City, Old Town, and Horseshoe Beach. All are very small communities. None have a population anywhere close to 75,000. Every traffic citation issued in Dixie County is processed through the Clerk of Court in Cross City.

Nearby Counties

Dixie County borders five other Florida counties along the Gulf Coast and inland areas of north Florida. If your ticket was issued near a county line, check which county it belongs to.