Find Greenacres Public Records

Greenacres public records are available through the Palm Beach County Clerk of Courts and the City of Greenacres, covering court filings, official property documents, and municipal records tied to this Palm Beach County city. Under Chapter 119 of the Florida Statutes, any person can access these records without identifying themselves or giving a reason for the request.

Palm Beach County Clerk Records for Greenacres

Greenacres is in Palm Beach County, served by the Palm Beach County Clerk and Comptroller in the 15th Judicial Circuit. The clerk's office, under Mike Caruso, CPA, maintains court records and official records for all of Palm Beach County, including documents related to Greenacres properties and cases. The main office is at 301 N Olive Ave, Ninth Floor, West Palm Beach, FL 33401. Phone: (561) 355-2996. For emailed records requests, use publicrecords@mypalmbeachclerk.com.

The clerk's website at mypalmbeachclerk.com is the main tool for online searches. Court record searches, official records searches, and document ordering are all available through the site. The Palm Beach County Clerk states that the office "protects and maintains Palm Beach County's Official Records, court records and County government meeting records." Electronic certified copies are available, which saves a trip to the office if you only need a digital version.

The Florida Attorney General's open government resources complement the Palm Beach County Clerk's tools for accessing Greenacres public records. Both are starting points for understanding and exercising your records rights.

Court Records for Greenacres Cases

Greenacres cases are filed in Palm Beach County's 15th Judicial Circuit. The circuit court handles felony criminal cases, civil disputes over $30,000, family law proceedings including divorce and custody matters, and probate cases. County court handles misdemeanor charges, civil claims up to $30,000, and traffic violations.

You can search court records by case number or party name through the Palm Beach County Clerk's online system at mypalmbeachclerk.com. Many documents are viewable online at no charge. Physical copies carry the state standard fee of $0.15 per single-sided page. Certified copies cost $1.00 per page plus a $5.00 certification fee.

For complex civil cases or family court matters, some documents may be restricted by court order or sealed under Florida law. The clerk can advise on what is available in any given case.

Official Records and Property Documents in Greenacres

Property transactions in Greenacres are recorded as official records with the Palm Beach County Clerk. Deeds, warranty deeds, quitclaim deeds, mortgages, satisfactions of mortgage, lis pendens filings, judgment liens, and UCC filings all appear in the official records index. If you need to research a Greenacres property, start with the online official records search at mypalmbeachclerk.com.

Genealogy researchers also make heavy use of the official records system for historical property and marriage records. The Palm Beach County Clerk notes that genealogy research support is available through the records office. Marriage license records are in the official records and searchable by name.

One note: the clerk's online system may require a VPN connection for access from outside North America. This is a security restriction on the Palm Beach County system.

Greenacres City Records

The City of Greenacres generates public records from its municipal operations. City Commission meeting minutes, city ordinances and resolutions, building permits, code enforcement case files, and records from city departments including the police department are all public records under Chapter 119. To request city records, contact the City of Greenacres city clerk's office or the department that holds the records you need.

Greenacres Police Department records, including incident reports and arrest information, are also available under the public records law. Some information may be exempt, such as records in active investigations or personal identifying details protected by statute. The city must respond to requests promptly and explain any denial with the specific legal basis for it.

How to Request Records and What Records Cost

Florida law makes it easy to ask for records. You do not need to give your name or say why you want them. Requests can be made in person, by phone, by email, or by mail. The Palm Beach County Clerk accepts mailed records requests. The clerk's online system also accepts requests for specific documents.

Fees are set by state law. Standard page copies are $0.15 for single-sided and up to $0.20 for double-sided. Certified copies of official records cost $1.00 per page plus $5.00 for the certification statement. If a request takes significant staff time, an hourly fee may apply for time beyond 30 minutes. You can ask for a cost estimate before agreeing to pay.

If you are denied records, the Florida Attorney General's open government mediation program at (850) 245-0140 is a free option. You can also call the First Amendment Foundation hotline at (800) 337-3518 for guidance.

Greenacres Records Contact Summary

Nearby Cities

Other Palm Beach County communities use the same clerk system and the same open records law under Chapter 119.

Palm Beach County Records

Court and official records for Greenacres are maintained by the Palm Beach County Clerk of Court. Visit the county page for full office details and search tools.