Wakulla County Background Check Lookup

Wakulla County background check records are managed by the Clerk of Court in Crawfordville and by FDLE at the state level. Located just south of Tallahassee, Wakulla County is a small county with about 36,000 people. The clerk's office handles all local court filings, from criminal cases to civil suits and family law matters. For statewide criminal history data, FDLE is the source. Both play a part in putting together a full background check for someone with ties to Wakulla County.

Wakulla County Clerk of Court

Greg James is the Wakulla County Clerk of Court. The office is at 3056 Crawfordville Hwy in Crawfordville. All court records for Wakulla County are filed here. That includes criminal cases, civil matters, small claims, probate, and traffic violations. You can reach the office at (850) 926-0905 with questions about records or to check hours before your visit.

The clerk's website at wakullaclerk.org has basic information about court services. Online case search tools in Wakulla County may not be as extensive as what you find in larger counties. Calling the office or visiting in person is often the most reliable way to search for specific records. Staff at the Crawfordville courthouse can pull up cases in the system and print what you need for a per-page fee. This is often the quickest route for a local background check in Wakulla County.

The Wakulla County Clerk of Court website provides information about office services and court resources.

You can find contact details and service information for the Wakulla County clerk through this site.

Note: Wakulla County is close to Tallahassee, so some residents may also access Leon County resources for related services.

Searching Background Check Records in Wakulla County

The clerk's office in Crawfordville is the starting point for local records. Go in with your ID and ask to search by name. The staff will look up criminal, civil, and traffic cases in the Wakulla County court system. Results depend on what has been filed locally. For cases that happened outside Wakulla County, the clerk will not have those records.

FDLE fills that gap. A statewide criminal history check through CCHInet costs $24. You submit the name and get results back in about a day. This Level 1 check covers all 67 Florida counties. If someone committed an offense in Leon County but lives in Wakulla County, the FDLE check picks it up. Combining the local clerk search with an FDLE check gives you the most complete Wakulla County background check possible.

You can search official records through the MyFloridaCounty portal as well. Recorded documents like liens, deeds, and court judgments are on that system. It is free to search and covers the entire state. Under Florida Chapter 119, these records are open to the public without restriction.

Wakulla County Background Check Costs

FDLE charges $24 for a Level 1 name-based criminal history check. You pay online through the FDLE criminal history records page. This is the same fee in every county. Level 2 checks with fingerprints cost more and the price varies depending on the agency.

Copy fees at the Wakulla County Clerk's office are standard. Plain copies run $0.15 per page. Certified copies cost $1.00 per page. If you need a certified copy of a court record from Wakulla County, the staff in Crawfordville can prepare one during business hours. Online searching, when available, is free for anyone.

• FDLE state check (Level 1): $24.00
• Plain copy from clerk: $0.15 per page
• Certified copy: $1.00 per page
• Online case search: Free when available
• Level 2 fingerprint check: Varies

Public Records in Wakulla County

Florida's Sunshine Law is one of the broadest public records laws in the country. Under Chapter 119, anyone can ask for government records. You do not need to be a Wakulla County resident. You do not need to give a reason. The clerk must provide access unless the record is sealed or exempt by law.

The Attorney General's Open Government page is a helpful resource. If a Wakulla County office denies your request for records, the AG can mediate. They handle complaints about agencies that fail to comply with the public records law. This backup option is available for anyone seeking background check data from any Florida county.

Note: Wakulla County follows the same public records laws as every other Florida county, so your rights are the same regardless of the county's size.

Types of Background Checks in Wakulla County

Level 1 checks are name-based. They go through FDLE and cover statewide criminal history data. Arrests, charges, and outcomes are included. This is the most common type of background check for Wakulla County residents. The $24 fee makes it affordable and results come back quickly.

Level 2 checks require fingerprints. They run through both FDLE and the FBI for national results. Chapter 435 of Florida Statutes defines when a Level 2 check is needed. Positions involving care for children, the elderly, or individuals with disabilities typically require this level. For fingerprinting near Crawfordville, check the LiveScan provider list from FDLE. Tallahassee, just north of Wakulla County, has multiple sites.

The VECHS program under Chapter 943 lets registered organizations run criminal history checks on volunteers and staff. This is not open to the public. Only FDLE-approved groups in Wakulla County and across the state can use it.

Getting Copies of Wakulla County Records

Visit the Wakulla County Clerk's office at 3056 Crawfordville Hwy. Bring your ID and ask for the file you need. The staff will search the system, pull the case, and print copies. Pay the per-page fee at the counter. Certified copies are available upon request and cost $1.00 per page. These are accepted by courts and legal agencies.

If you live outside the area, mail a written request. Include the person's full name, date of birth if you have it, and the type of record you want. Add a check or money order for copy fees. The Find a Clerk directory can confirm the mailing address for Wakulla County. For statewide records through FDLE, submit your request at CCHInet and pay online. Results arrive by email.

Cities in Wakulla County

Wakulla County is largely unincorporated. All court records for communities in the county go through the Wakulla County Clerk of Court in Crawfordville. There are no large cities in Wakulla County with separate pages on this site.

Crawfordville is the county seat and the main population center. Sopchoppy, St. Marks, and Panacea are smaller communities within the county. Background check records for the entire county are held at the clerk's office in Crawfordville.

Nearby Counties

Wakulla County shares borders with these counties. Each one has its own clerk office and maintains a separate court records system.