Davie Public Records Lookup

Public records in Davie cover court filings, property documents, town permits, and official files held by the Town of Davie and Broward County agencies. Davie is officially a "Town" in Florida, but its public records are governed by the same law that covers all local governments. Under Chapter 119, anyone can request and inspect these records without explaining why or providing their name. Both the town and the county hold different categories of records, and knowing which office to contact first saves time.

Broward County Clerk of Courts

Court records for Davie are held by the Broward County Clerk of Courts. All civil, criminal, family, probate, and traffic cases filed in the 17th Judicial Circuit are part of the Broward Clerk's system. You can search those records online at browardclerk.org. The search is free to use. You can look up cases by party name or case number and see case summaries, hearing dates, and document lists without visiting the courthouse.

The Broward Clerk also maintains the county's official records index. This is where deeds, mortgages, liens, satisfactions, and other recorded instruments are filed. If you need to check for liens on a Davie property or find a recorded mortgage, the official records search at the Clerk's website is the right tool. Viewing the index online is free. Copies of documents carry the standard per-page fee. Certified copies have an added certification fee on top of that.

The image below was captured from the Town of Davie's official website, a starting point for town department contacts and records requests directed to the Town of Davie.

From the town website, you can find the Town Clerk's office and learn how to submit a public records request to Davie's own departments.

Town of Davie Records

The Town of Davie maintains public records for documents generated by its own departments. This includes building permits, zoning files, code enforcement records, town council meeting minutes, contracts, and other municipal files. The town's main office is at 6591 Orange Dr, Davie, FL 33314. You can call the town at (954) 797-1000. The town website is at davie-fl.gov.

Town records requests can be submitted in person at town hall, by phone, by mail, or online through whatever request portal the town maintains. No specific form is required by state law. A clear description of the record you are looking for is enough. The town must respond promptly and either provide the records, give a timeline for providing them, or explain in writing what exemption prevents release.

Requesting Davie Records and Fees

Fees for copies follow Florida law. Standard page copies cost $0.15 each. If your request requires more than 30 minutes of staff time to fulfill, the agency may charge for that additional time at the rate of the lowest-paid employee who can do the work. The first 30 minutes are always free. Many routine requests cost nothing at all, especially if the record is available digitally.

If the town or county denies a request, they must give you the specific exemption in writing. Common exemptions under Section 119.071 include active criminal investigative records, certain personal information, and some law enforcement files. A denial without a stated reason is not lawful. If you believe a denial is improper, the Florida Attorney General's free mediation program is available at (850) 245-0140. The AG's website at myfloridalegal.com has more detail on your rights.

Property Records in Davie

Two county offices hold property records for Davie. The Broward County Clerk maintains the official records index, which is where deeds, mortgages, and liens are recorded. The Broward County Property Appraiser holds ownership and assessment data. Both are free to search online. You pay only when you want copies.

To trace the ownership history of a Davie property, start with the Clerk's official records system. Search by the property address or the owner's name. The index will return all recorded instruments tied to that parcel. To see the current assessed value and legal description, use the Property Appraiser's search tool. Both tools are available online at no cost to view.

Court Cases Filed for Davie

Cases involving Davie residents or properties are filed in the 17th Judicial Circuit, with the main courthouse in Fort Lauderdale. Civil suits, criminal cases, family law matters, small claims, and probate cases are all part of the Broward Clerk's system. You can search by party name or case number through the Clerk's online portal. Most case summaries and hearing information are free to view. Document images may carry a fee to access depending on the type.

If you need a certified copy of a court order or other case document for a legal matter, contact the Broward Clerk's office directly. They can advise on how to order certified copies and what the current fees are. For general research, the online portal is the fastest and least expensive way to find what you need.

Other Records Sources for Davie

Marriage and dissolution records are filed with the Broward Clerk as part of the circuit court system. Birth and death records come from the Florida Department of Health's Bureau of Vital Statistics and are not held locally. Police records from the Davie Police Department may be available under Chapter 119. Contact the department directly for those requests. Some portions may be withheld if an investigation is still open.

The Florida Association of Court Clerks maintains a directory at flclerks.com if you need to locate a clerk office for another Florida county. The First Amendment Foundation at floridafaf.org is another resource for guidance on making and following up on public records requests. State-level records request guidance is also available at dos.fl.gov.

Nearby Cities

Other qualifying cities near Davie also have public records available through their county clerk offices.

Broward County Records

Court records and official records for Davie are maintained by the Broward County Clerk of Court.