Hendry County Court Records

Hendry County court records are trial documents generated within the Hendry County Circuit and County Courts. In Hendry County, court records are indispensable in promoting justice, trust, and transparency in the judicial system. Hendry County court records encompass Hendry County arrest records and other files relating to civil and criminal trial cases within Hendry County. These records provide information that includes but is not limited to:

• Names of parties involved
• Case identifiers (including case type, case number, and filing date)
• Docket Entries
• Transcripts
• Motions
• Orders
• Complaints and Petitions
• Exhibits/Evidence
• Judgments.

Are Court Records Public in Hendry County?

Yes, court records are public in Hendry County. Rule 2.420 of the Florida Rules of General Practice and Judicial Administration and Chapter 19 of the 2021 Florida Statutes guarantee the public right to access Hendry County's public records. However, per Florida's laws, the public cannot access Hendry court records that infringe personal privacy rights or interfere with judicial proceedings. Also, there are restrictions to public access to sealed or expunged Hendry County court records.

Hendry County Court Records Search

Interested individuals looking for Henry County court records should log in to the Hendry County Online Court Records Search Portal. This portal provides online access to various Hendry County public records. Also, record seekers may call, mail, or visit the Hendry County Clerk of Circuit Court and Comptroller Office at:

LaBelle Courthouse Complex

25 East Hickpochee Ave.
SR 80 Corner SR 29
P.O. Box 1760
LaBelle, FL 33975
Clewiston– (863) 983-1586
LaBelle– (863) 675-5217

Alternatively, Inquirers should search for Hendry County court records through third-party websites.

Hendry County Courts

In Hendry County, the court structure consists of the circuit and county courts. Per Florida's judicial structure, the Hendry County Circuit Court is the highest trial court; it handles all civil and criminal cases beyond the jurisdiction of the County Courts. Below is the contact information for the various Courts in Hendry County:

Circuit Courts in Hendry County

Hendry County Circuit Court
Hendry Courthouse Complex
25 East Hickpochee Avenue
P.O. Box 1760
LaBelle, FL 33975
Phone: (863) 675-5217

Hendry County Circuit Court
Clewiston Sub-Office
1100 South Olympia Street
Suite 502,
Clewiston, FL 33440
Phone: (863) 983-1464

County Courts in Hendry County

County Court of Hendry County
Hendry Courthouse Complex
25 East Hickpochee Avenue
P.O. Box 1760
LaBelle, FL 33975
Phone: (863) 675-5217

County Court of Hendry County
Clewiston Sub Office
1100 South Olympia Street
Suite 502
Clewiston, FL 33440
Phone: (863) 983-1464

Hendry County Criminal and Civil Records

The Hendry County Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller is responsible for maintaining civil and criminal records within Hendry County; these include trial documents on criminal prosecutions and case files relating to business litigations, small claims, family law, property-related disputes, personal injury lawsuits, probate, and landlord-tenant disputes.

How to access criminal and civil records in Hendry County:

• Log in to the Hendry County Sheriff's Inmate Search portal and access Hendry County arrest records through the current inmate roster.
• Visit the Hendry County Clerk of Circuit Court and Controller’s Official Records Search Webpage and use the search tools to access information on specific cases.

Alternatively, interested persons should visit the courthouse at LaBelle to view, inspect, and copy Hendry County criminal and civil records on files.

Hendry County Marriage Records

Hendry County marriage records are public and accessible to interested members of the public. However, the Clerk of Circuit Court Office is the custodian of Hendry County marriage records, and some information may be redacted to protect the privacy of their owners.

To obtain Hendry County marriage records:

• Visit the Hendry County Clerk of Circuit Court Official Records Archive Page, register, log in, and search for Hendry County marriage records from 1923 to 1980
• Order Hendry County marriage certificates online through the Florida Bureau of Vital Statistics Marriage Certificate Ordering page.

Alternatively, call or visit the Hendry County Clerk of Circuit Court at the LaBelle courthouse.

Hendry County Divorce Records

Hendry County divorce certificates are publicly accessible. Nonetheless, custodian agencies may redact sensitive information like social security numbers and financial account details from publicly accessible divorce records. Also, only the parties involved, their legal representatives, and persons with court orders can access certified copies of Hendry County divorce certificates.

Individuals seeking access to Kendry County divorce records should contact the Hendry County Clerk of Circuit Court during office hours. Also, the public can order Hendry County divorce certificates through the Florida Bureau of Vital Statistics Dissolution of Marriage Certificate Ordering Page.

Hendry Birth Records

Hendry County birth records are confidential documents. Only the subjects of the documents (if they are 18 years or older), immediate family members, and authorized persons can access Hendry County birth certificates less than 125 years old.

Hendry County birth records are a data source for genealogical and demographic research. Also, they are essential for accessing government benefits such as medical care and social security.

Eligible individuals seeking to access Hendry County birth certificates should:

• Visit, email, or send mail requests to the Hendry County Health Department at the following addresses:

LaBelle
1140 Pratt Boulevard
LaBelle, FL 33935
Phone: (863) 674-4041
Email: health@flhealth.gov

Clewiston
1100 South Olympia Avenue
Clewiston, FL 33440
Phone: (863) 983-1408
Email: health@doh.state.fl.us

• Order Hendry County birth certificates online through the Florida Bureau of Vital Statistics Birth Certificate Ordering Page.

Hendry Death Records

Florida law prohibits unauthorized access to death records unless the documents are older than 50 years. In Hendry County, death records under 50 years old are confidential, and access to these documents is limited to the deceased family, legal representatives, and persons with court orders. Death records provide essential information for population statistical analysis, epidemiological studies, and medical and genealogical research. Individuals seeking to access Kendry County death records should contact the Hendry County Health Department. Also, requesters can order Hendry County death certificates through the Florida Bureau of Vital Statistics Death Certificates Ordering Page.

Record seekers should note that Hendry County Vital Records require valid proof of eligibility and fee payments.

Hendry County Probate Court Records

Hendry County probate records are legal documents relating to guardianship, conservatorship, probate of wills, and trusts administration within Hendry County, FL. These documents are in the possession of the Hendry County Clerk of Court.

Individuals seeking access to Hendry County probate records should log in to the Hendry County Online Court Records Search page and use the search criteria to access probate records. Alternatively, record seekers should visit or send mail requests to access probate records to the Hendry County Clerk of Court during business hours.

Hendry County Property Records

Hendry County property records are official documents on real estate ownership and transactions within the county. Generally, property records include:

• Property Tax
• Liens and Encumbrances
• Deeds
• Mortgages
• Building Permits
• Zoning
• Plat and Survey Maps
• Parcel Numbers.

Hendry County property record seekers should:

• Log in to the Hendry County Property Appraiser's Real Property Search Page and use the search tools to look for property records.
• Mail or visit the Hendry County Property Appraiser's Office for documents on property values, ownership information, and parcel maps.
• Call, visit, or mail the Hendry County Clerk of Court Office for deeds, mortgages, liens, and judgments.

Hendry County Court Records Online

Interested individuals looking for Henry County court records can do using the Hendry County Online Court Records Search Portal. Hendry County public records may also be accessible through private online resources. Private online repositories like floridacourtrecords.us gather documents and information on Hendry County court records from different jurisdictions and make them easily accessible through advanced search tools. However, users should note that using third-party online resources to access official documents may result in outdated or incomplete records.