The Courts department encompasses several divisions within the Clerk’s Office: Circuit Civil, County Civil (Small Claims), Family Law, Felony, Jury Services, Juvenile, Misdemeanor, Probate, and Traffic.
Court department employees attend court sessions, prepare and maintain court calendars, receive and record all documents filed within the Clerk’s Office, and oversee jury selection.
Additional responsibilities include money collection and disbursement for assessed court costs and fines, as well as maintaining information required for State Statistical Reporting.
Board of County Commissioners
Learn about the Clerk’s role as Clerk to the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC), including recording official meeting minutes, maintaining commission records, and supporting the administrative functions of the County Commission.
Civil Court
Browse information about the Civil Court Division, which manages and maintains records, filings, and services for non‑criminal legal matters such as disputes over contracts, property, and civil rights.
Court Fee Calculator
The Registry of the Court Fee Calculator is an online tool that helps users estimate filing and court service fees based on current Brevard County Clerk fee schedules.
Criminal
Find information about the Criminal Division of the Clerk’s Office, which manages records and processes for criminal cases, including filing, case tracking, court notifications, and public access to criminal court information.
Family Law
Browse information about the Family Law Division, which handles records and services for family‑related court matters such as divorce, child support, custody, and related filings.
Inspector General
Learn about the Office of the Inspector General, which provides independent oversight, fraud prevention, and accountability reviews to protect the integrity of the Clerk’s operations and public resources.
Jury Duty
The Jury Web portal provides Brevard County residents with information and tools related to jury service, including instructions for reporting, responding to summonses, and managing jury duty requirements as part of the local court process.
Juvenile
Find information about the Juvenile Division of the Clerk’s Office, including services, procedures, and support for handling juvenile court records and related matters.
Probate
Find information about the Clerk’s Probate Division, which manages records and processes related to wills, estates, guardianships, and related court‑supervised matters.
Public Records
Find information about the Public Records Division, which manages access to, retrieval of, and requests for official records maintained by the Clerk’s Office in accordance with Florida public records law.
Traffic
Find information about traffic case services handled by the Clerk’s Office, including citation processing, payment options, hearing requests, and related resources for civil and criminal traffic matters.
Value Adjustment Board (VAB)
The Value Adjustment Board provides an independent forum for property owners to appeal their property tax assessments, exemptions, classifications, and related valuation issues, with the Clerk’s Office administering petitions, scheduling hearings, and maintaining the official record.