Search Escambia County Traffic Records

Escambia County traffic court records are managed by the Clerk of Courts in Pensacola. This county sits at the western tip of the Florida panhandle, right on the Alabama state line. Around 320,000 people live here. The clerk office processes thousands of traffic citations each year from the Pensacola area and surrounding communities. You can search for Escambia County traffic court records online through the clerk's website or visit the office at the Governmental Center. The clerk handles civil infractions, criminal traffic offenses, and related court records for every ticket issued within Escambia County.

Escambia County Clerk of Courts

The Escambia County Clerk of Courts is the official custodian of all traffic court records in the county. Their office sits inside the Governmental Center in downtown Pensacola. Every traffic citation that gets issued in Escambia County ends up here. The clerk keeps records for civil traffic infractions, criminal traffic offenses, and any related court orders. Staff can help you find a case, check on fines, or get copies of court documents.

Escambia County falls within the 1st Judicial Circuit of Florida. This circuit also includes Okaloosa, Santa Rosa, and Walton Counties. Traffic cases in Escambia County are heard by county court judges in Pensacola. The Escambia County Clerk website provides access to case search tools and payment options. Florida's public records law under Chapter 119, Florida Statutes makes these traffic court records available to anyone who asks for them.

How to Search Escambia Traffic Records

You have several ways to find traffic court records in Escambia County. The clerk's website has an online case search where you can look up cases by name, citation number, or case number. Results show the charge, fine amount, case status, and court dates. This is the quickest way to get basic information about an Escambia County traffic case.

The Escambia County Clerk website is the starting point for searching any traffic citation filed in the county.

From the clerk's homepage you can access court records, pay fines, and find office hours. The statewide portal at payflclerk.com also supports Escambia County traffic ticket payments. This site covers all 67 Florida counties. You can search by citation number and pay with a credit or debit card. For in-person requests, go to the Governmental Center at 190 Governmental Center in Pensacola. Bring the citation number or full name. The clerk staff can look up any traffic court record and print copies for you.

Note: Online records may not show citations issued within the last 24 to 48 hours in Escambia County.

Escambia County Citation Options

After getting a traffic ticket in Escambia County, you must respond within 30 days. This deadline is set by state law. Under Chapter 316, Florida Statutes, the state uniform traffic control law governs how citations are handled across all counties, including Escambia. Missing the 30-day window can lead to added fees and a suspended license.

The Escambia County Clerk gives you three main choices. First, you can pay the fine outright. This is treated as a guilty plea. Points will go on your driving record with the Florida DHSMV. Second, you can pay and elect to attend traffic school. This option prevents points from being added to your license. You can only elect this option five times in your lifetime and no more than once in a 12-month span. Third, you can plead not guilty and request a hearing. The Escambia County court will set a date for you to appear before a judge.

Some tickets require a mandatory court appearance. These include reckless driving, racing, and accidents with serious injuries. Under Section 318.18, Florida Statutes, the penalty amounts for different violations are spelled out. The Escambia County Clerk applies these same fee amounts to each citation processed through their office.

Traffic Fees in Escambia County

Fine amounts depend on the type of violation. Speeding tickets cost more the faster you were going. A ticket for going 10 miles over the limit will be cheaper than one for 25 over. Non-moving violations like expired tags cost less than moving violations. The Escambia County Clerk can tell you the exact fine for any citation.

Late fees apply if you miss the 30-day deadline. An extra $23 late fee is common across Florida counties. If you still do not pay after 90 days, the fine may go to collections under Section 28.246, Florida Statutes. Collection agencies can tack on up to 40 percent. So a $150 ticket in Escambia County could turn into over $200 if you ignore it. Pay on time to avoid extra costs.

• Moving violations: fines vary by type and speed
• Non-moving violations: typically lower fines
• Late fee after 30 days: additional charges apply
• Collection after 90 days: up to 40% added
• Traffic school election: may reduce fine amount

Public Access in Escambia County

Traffic court records in Escambia County are public. Florida law is clear on this. Chapter 119 of the state statutes says all government records are open for inspection and copying. That includes every traffic ticket, court order, and case file the Escambia County Clerk has on file. You do not need to be a party in the case to request records.

The Florida Supreme Court's Administrative Order AOSC 15-18 sets rules for electronic access. For adult traffic defendants, case information and document images should be visible online. Certain details are kept confidential, including social security numbers and bank account information. The Florida Clerks of Court Operations Corporation works with all 67 county clerks, including Escambia, to make sure public records are accessible to everyone. You can also use the FLHSMV locations page to find nearby offices for driver license matters tied to Escambia County traffic cases.

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

Cities in Escambia County

Escambia County includes the city of Pensacola and several smaller communities. All traffic citations from anywhere in the county are processed by the Escambia County Clerk of Courts. Pensacola, Century, and unincorporated areas all use the same clerk office for traffic court records. There are no cities in Escambia County that meet the population threshold for a separate city page on this site.

Nearby Counties

Escambia County borders two other Florida counties. If your ticket was written near the county line, check the citation to see which county issued it. You must deal with the ticket through the correct county clerk.