Dixie County, FL Courts and Public Records
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The Dixie County Circuit Court and County Court are Florida's trial courts for the county, within the 3rd Judicial Circuit. The Circuit Court hears felonies, larger civil cases, family matters, and probate, while the County Court hears misdemeanors, traffic, small claims, and evictions.
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Court Name | Dixie County Circuit Court and County Court (3rd Judicial Circuit of Florida) |
| Main Address | 214 NE Highway 351, Cross City, FL 32628 |
| Main Phone | (352) 498-1200 |
| Website | dixieclerk.com |
| Authorized Judicial Positions | 7 circuit judges and 8 county judges, authorized circuit-wide for the 3rd Judicial Circuit (not county-only counts) |
| Courthouse Locations | 1 (Cross City) |
| Handles | Circuit Court: felonies, civil cases above the County Court limit, family law (includes juvenile), and probate. County Court: misdemeanors, traffic, county civil, small claims, and evictions. |
| Does NOT Handle | Federal cases (U.S. District Court), parking tickets (issuing city or county agency), and appeals (District Court of Appeal or Florida Supreme Court) |
| Online Case Search | Court Records Search |
| Pay Traffic Tickets Online | County traffic payment portal |
How to Search Dixie County Court Records
Have the full name, the case number if you know it, and approximate dates ready before you search. Records for this county are kept by the clerk of the Circuit Court.
Online
Go to the Court Records Search to look up court records.
Search by name or case number to open case details.
Review the results and confirm details with the clerk.
Best for: Quick lookups of case status and parties
In Person
Go to 214 NE Highway 351, Cross City, FL 32628.
Bring the case number and party names if you have them.
Ask the clerk which division handles your case type.
Best for: Records not available online
By Phone
Call (352) 498-1200 to confirm which records the clerk holds.
Have the case number and party names ready before you call.
Ask the clerk for the correct division for your case type.
Best for: Confirming records before a visit
Search by Name on FloridaCourtAccess.org
Go to FloridaCourtAccess.org and enter a full name.
Search across record types without a case number.
Confirm results with the court, since they are not official court records.
Best for: Finding leads without a case number
Dixie County Court Statistics (FY 2024-25)
The Dixie County Circuit and County Courts together recorded 1,566 new filings in fiscal year 2024-25 and disposed of ~1,444 cases. Total filings fell 16.7% from fiscal year 2023-24, while dispositions fell 13.1%.
1,566
Total filings in FY 2024-25 (circuit 635, county 931)
~1,444
Total dispositions in FY 2024-25
88.9
Filings per 1,000 residents (population 17,615)
-16.7%
Change in total filings vs FY 2023-24 (1,880)
| Metric | FY 2024-25 | FY 2023-24 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Filings | 1,566 | 1,880 | -16.7% |
| Total Dispositions | ~1,444 | 1,661 | ~-13.1% |
| Criminal Filings | 543 | 679 | -20.0% |
| Civil Filings | 652 | 775 | -15.9% |
| Family Law Filings | 247 | 308 | -19.8% |
| Probate Filings | 124 | 118 | +5.1% |
| Mental Health Filings | ~14 | ~17 | ~-17.6% |
| Juvenile Filings | ~19 | ~23 | ~-17.4% |
| Authorized Judicial Positions | ~1 | ~1 | ~0.0% |
Criminal filings drove the change, moving from 679 to 543 (136 fewer cases).
How Have Court Filings Changed in Dixie County?
This table covers the five most recent fiscal years for Dixie County. Published years are shown as reported; earlier years marked with ~ are estimates based on the statewide trend and this county's latest published figures.
| Fiscal Year | Total Filings | Total Dispositions | YoY Filing Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| FY 2024-25 | 1,566 | ~1,444 | -16.7% |
| FY 2023-24 | 1,880 | 1,661 | ~+3.1% |
| FY 2022-23 | ~1,823 | ~1,611 | ~+3.2% |
| FY 2021-22 | ~1,766 | ~1,562 | ~+5.1% |
| FY 2020-21 | ~1,680 | ~1,487 | ~+1.7% |
Across the two fiscal years reported, total filings fell by 314 cases, or 16.7%, from 1,880 to 1,566. The biggest driver was circuit criminal filings, which fell by 150 cases (-44.2%). Dispositions fell 13.1%, from 1,661 to ~1,444.
Chart note: a line chart of filings versus dispositions would run from oldest to newest, with years marked ~ as estimates.
What Types of Cases Are Filed in Dixie County?
County Court civil (includes small claims) is the largest category, at 577 of 1,566 filings (36.8%) in FY 2024-25.
| Case Type | Filings FY 2024-25 | Share of Total | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| County Court civil (includes small claims) | 577 | 36.8% | -18.7% |
| County Court criminal (includes traffic) | 354 | 22.6% | +4.1% |
| Family court (includes juvenile) | 247 | 15.8% | -19.8% |
| Circuit Court criminal (felonies) | 189 | 12.1% | -44.2% |
| Probate | 124 | 7.9% | +5.1% |
| Circuit Court civil | 75 | 4.8% | +15.4% |
| Total | 1,566 | 100.0% | -16.7% |
Circuit Court civil grew fastest at +15.4%, while Circuit Court criminal (felonies) fell fastest at -44.2%.
How Does Dixie County Compare With Florida Overall?
Dixie County accounted for 0.04% of the 3,628,225 filings in Florida's circuit and county courts in FY 2024-25. Its filings fell 16.7% while statewide filings rose 1.1%.
| Metric | Dixie County | Florida | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total filings | 1,566 | 3,628,225 | 0.04% of statewide filings |
| YoY change in filings | -16.7% | +1.1% | 17.8 points lower than the state |
| Filings per 1,000 residents | 88.9 | 155.2 | 43% below the state |
| Dispositions per 1,000 residents | 82.0 | 158.7 | 48% below the state |
| Criminal share of filings (includes traffic) | 34.7% | 19.7% | 15.0 points higher than the state |
| Civil share of filings (includes small claims) | 41.6% | 69.8% | 28.2 points lower than the state |
| Family law share of filings (includes juvenile) | 15.8% | 6.6% | 9.2 points higher than the state |
Dixie County files fewer cases per resident than Florida overall, with a heavier criminal docket and a lighter civil docket than the state average.
Dixie County Crime Statistics (2025)
These figures are Florida statewide totals as reported to the FBI, not counts for Dixie County. Agency reporting may be incomplete, and county crime counts are not available here. Statewide violent and property crimes combined fell 10.0% from 2024 to 2025. In 2025, reporting agencies covered about 83.8% of Florida's population, so year-over-year changes can partly reflect which agencies reported.
49,291
Violent crimes, Florida statewide, 2025
212,976
Property crimes, Florida statewide, 2025
210.1
Violent crime rate per 100K, Florida statewide, 2025 (population 23,462,518)
-10.0%
Change in total violent plus property crimes, Florida statewide, 2025 vs 2024 (262,267 vs 291,466)
| Offense (Florida statewide) | 2025 | Rate per 100K | 2024 | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 595 | 2.5 | 704 | -15.5% |
| Rape | 5,347 | 22.8 | 5,226 | +2.3% |
| Robbery | 6,589 | 28.1 | 6,979 | -5.6% |
| Aggravated assault | 36,760 | 156.7 | 36,760 | +0.0% |
| Violent crimes total | 49,291 | 210.1 | 49,669 | -0.8% |
| Burglary | 23,954 | 102.1 | 26,647 | -10.1% |
| Larceny-theft | 175,850 | 749.5 | 195,175 | -9.9% |
| Motor vehicle theft | 13,172 | 56.1 | 19,975 | -34.1% |
| Property crimes total | 212,976 | 907.7 | 241,797 | -11.9% |
Rates use the Florida 2025 population of 23,462,518. County-level rates are not published, so this section does not compare Dixie County with the state.
Dixie County Courthouse Locations
Dixie County has 1 Circuit and County Court location, the courthouse in Cross City. Check your notice or citation for the assigned courtroom before you go.
| Courthouse | Address | Phone | Verified Services |
|---|---|---|---|
| Courthouse (Cross City) | 214 NE Highway 351, Cross City, FL 32628 | (352) 498-1200 | See location page |
Which Court Handles Your Case in Dixie County?
Florida trial cases go to the Circuit Court or County Court of the 3rd Judicial Circuit. Federal cases go to the U.S. District Court for the relevant Florida district.
| Your Situation | Go To | Key Details |
|---|---|---|
| Traffic ticket | County Court, Traffic | Traffic citations are handled through the County Court traffic process. |
| Parking ticket | The city or county agency that issued the ticket | The court's traffic process does not handle parking tickets. |
| Misdemeanor | County Court, Criminal | County Court hears misdemeanor criminal cases. |
| Felony | Circuit Court, Criminal | Circuit Court hears felony criminal cases. |
| DUI | County Court (misdemeanor) or Circuit Court (felony) | The charge level determines the court. |
| Domestic violence | Circuit Court (protection orders) or County Court (misdemeanor charges) | Criminal charges follow the misdemeanor or felony route. |
| Civil lawsuit | Circuit Court or County Court | The amount in dispute determines the court. |
| Small claims | County Court, Small Claims | Small claims is a track within County Court. |
| Eviction | County Court | Evictions are handled in County Court. |
| Divorce | Circuit Court, Family | Family court within the Circuit Court handles divorce. |
| Child custody or support | Circuit Court, Family | Family court handles custody and support matters. |
| Probate or estate | Circuit Court, Probate | Probate matters are handled by the Circuit Court. |
| Juvenile case | Circuit Court, Family (juvenile) | Juvenile delinquency and dependency fall under family court. |
| Appeal | District Court of Appeal or Florida Supreme Court | Appeals go to the District Court of Appeal for the district. |
Are Dixie County Court Records Public?
Yes, most Dixie County court records are public, with exceptions set by Florida Rule of General Practice and Judicial Administration 2.420.
Public records
Florida Rule 2.420 gives the public access to judicial branch records except those the rule or other law makes confidential. The Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller holds the court case records for the county.
Restricted or confidential records
The rule lists confidential categories, including juvenile delinquency, dependency, and termination of parental rights records, adoption records, certain mental health records, and expunged or sealed records.
Online access
Use the Court Records Search to search cases. Online results do not show confidential or sealed records, and not every document is online.
In-person access
Visit the Dixie County clerk at 214 NE Highway 351, Cross City, FL 32628, to view or request records.
Fees
No copy or certified copy fee schedule was verified for this county. Ask the clerk about fees for the record type you need.
How to Search Dixie County Court Records Online
Use the official court search portal for case information, and ask the clerk for documents that are not available online.
- Identify the case type, such as criminal, traffic, civil, small claims, family law, probate, or juvenile.
- Open the Court Records Search for the county.
- Search by party name or case number and note the case number from the results.
- Review the case status, parties, and any listed dates.
- Contact the clerk for documents that are not online, or for case types the portal does not show.
| Case Type | Where to Search | What You'll Find | Limits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Criminal | Court Records Search | Case index and status, where the portal shows it | Confidential and sealed records are not shown |
| Traffic | Court Records Search | Case status and docket entries, where listed | Payment is handled separately from record search |
| Civil | Court Records Search | Case index and parties, where listed | Sealed or restricted filings are not shown |
| Small claims | Court Records Search | Case index and parties, where listed | Documents may require the clerk |
| Family law | Court Records Search | Case index for family cases, where listed | Confidential details are restricted |
| Probate | Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller | Probate files, through the clerk | Confirm with the clerk which division holds the file |
| Juvenile | Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller | Limited information through the clerk | Juvenile proceedings are confidential and are not in the public portal |
How to Pay Fines & Citations in Dixie County
Traffic citations in this county can be paid online or at the clerk's office, and the clerk can answer questions about eligibility.
- Online: Pay traffic citations at the county traffic payment portal. Eligibility depends on the citation.
- In person: Visit the clerk at 214 NE Highway 351, Cross City to pay traffic citations.
- Payment plans: Ask the clerk whether a payment plan is available, and confirm any request deadline.
Parking tickets are paid to the city or county parking office that issued them, not through the court's traffic process.
Dixie County Court Records FAQ
How do I search Dixie County court records?
Use the Court Records Search to look up cases by name or case number, or contact the clerk.
Are Dixie County court records public?
Most are, under Florida Rule of General Practice and Judicial Administration 2.420, but juvenile, adoption, certain mental health, and sealed or expunged records are confidential.
How do I find a criminal case?
Search by name on the county's search portal, or contact the Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller with the defendant's name.
How do I find a court date?
Check your notice or citation, look up the case on the county's search portal, or contact the clerk.
How do I pay a traffic ticket?
Pay online at the county traffic payment portal, or ask the clerk about other options.
How many cases are filed in the county each year?
Dixie County recorded 1,566 filings in FY 2024-25, -16.7% from 1,880 in FY 2023-24.
What is the most common type of case?
County Court civil (includes small claims) was the largest category, with 577 filings or 36.8% of the FY 2024-25 total.
Is crime in Florida rising or falling?
County crime counts are not available here. Statewide, reported violent crimes fell 0.8% to 49,291 in 2025 from 49,669 in 2024, and property crimes fell 11.9% to 212,976 from 241,797, as reported to the FBI. These are Florida statewide figures, and reporting coverage changed between years.
Courts in the County
Dixie County FL CourthouseMore Info
| Address: | 214 N.E. 351 Hwy., CrossCity, FL, 32628 |
| Phone Number: | 352-498-1200 |
| Website: | https://www.flcourts.org/Florida-Courts/Court-Locations/First-District/Dixie |
Useful Links
- Dixie County Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller: Access Dixie County court records, official records, and county services through the Clerk's Office.
- Eighth Judicial Circuit Court: Official website of the Eighth Judicial Circuit which includes Dixie County; find court calendars and administrative orders.
- Florida Courts: State of Florida's online portal provides comprehensive resources for all court levels within Florida, including guidelines and reports.
- Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE): Resource for background checks and criminal history information useful for understanding court-related processes and public safety.
- Florida First Amendment Foundation: Access resources related to open government, transparency, and public records law in Florida, including court proceedings.
- Nolo's Guide on Accessing Florida Public Records: Provides an overview of how to access various public records, including court documents in Florida.
- Official Website of Dixie County, Florida: Find county services including public records, meeting minutes, and contact information for local government officials.
- Florida Supreme Court: The highest court in Florida; offers opinions, rules, and reports that guide the state's judicial procedures.
- The Florida Bar: Provides lawyer referrals, legal resources, and information on legal education essential for navigating Florida's legal landscape.
- FloridaCourtRecords.us: Central resource for accessing court records from multiple counties in Florida including Dixie, offering case searches and details.
- CourtReference Dixie County Circuit Court: Basic information on the Dixie County Circuit Court including contact details and services offered in the area.
- My Florida County: Provides convenient online access to pay fines, child support, and manage other county-level services.
- Sunshine State News: Offers news coverage related to Florida's legal and court systems, providing relevant updates and legal news.
- National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (NACDL): A resource for defense attorneys which includes information on criminal justice and court advocacy in Florida.
- Florida Statutes Online at LexisNexis: Access comprehensive legal codes and statutes applicable to Florida, useful for understanding court decisions and laws.
- Dixie County, FL School District: Find legal and court-related services impacting school policies, student rights, and educational administration in Dixie County.
- Florida Public Records Handbook: A comprehensive guide to understanding and accessing public records in Florida, focusing on court and legal documents.
- Orange County Register News on Florida: News and articles from Florida affecting local court systems, public policies, and judicial updates.
- USAgov State Attorney Generals: Contact information and resources from the Florida Attorney General's Office, including links to legal actions and publications.
- American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of Florida: Protects civil liberties in Florida’s courts; provides resources on recent litigation and advocacy efforts in the legal system.
Table of Contents
- Dixie County, Courts and Public Records
- How to Search Dixie County Court Records
- Dixie County Court Statistics (FY 2024-25)
- How Have Court Filings Changed in Dixie County?
- What Types of Cases Are Filed in Dixie County?
- How Does Dixie County Compare With Florida Overall?
- Dixie County Crime Statistics (2025)
- Dixie County Courthouse Locations
- Which Court Handles Your Case in Dixie County?
- Are Dixie County Court Records Public?
- How to Search Dixie County Court Records Online
- How to Pay Fines & Citations in Dixie County
- Dixie County Court Records FAQ
- Courts in the County
- Useful Links