Kissimmee Public Records Lookup

Public records in Kissimmee, Florida cover court case filings, property documents, police reports, city permits, and other government records that are open to any person by default under state law, held by Osceola County offices and City of Kissimmee departments in the 9th Judicial Circuit. This page explains how to access each type of record and where to start.

Florida Public Records Rights

Florida has one of the broadest public records laws in the country. Chapter 119 of the Florida Statutes establishes that any record made or received by a government agency is open to the public unless a specific exemption applies. That covers Kissimmee city offices, Osceola County agencies, and state-level offices that deal with Kissimmee records.

You don't need to give your name. No reason is needed. Agencies cannot require you to justify your request before responding. They must act promptly. If a record is available right away, it should go out without delay. For larger or more involved requests, the agency has to provide a time estimate when asked.

The exceptions in Section 119.071 are narrow. They cover active criminal investigations, certain personal health data, sealed court records, and a few other categories. Everything outside those, court cases, property records, permits, meeting minutes, police blotters, is public. Most searches go through without any obstruction.

Court Records Through the Osceola Clerk

Kissimmee is the county seat of Osceola County. It's the home of the Osceola County Courthouse and a major hub for the 9th Judicial Circuit, which covers both Orange and Osceola counties. The Osceola County Clerk of Courts keeps all court records tied to Kissimmee. The clerk's online search lets you look up cases by name, case number, or filing date for free.

Civil cases include small claims, civil circuit matters, and injunctions. Criminal records cover misdemeanor and felony charges. Family court holds divorce decrees, custody orders, domestic injunctions, and adoption records. Probate deals with estate cases, guardianship filings, and wills. Each division is separate, but all run through the same clerk's office and are searchable through the same system.

For copies, use the online portal, go in person to the clerk's office, or submit a written request. Standard copies cost $0.15 per page. Certified copies carry a higher fee. The Osceola County Courthouse is located in Kissimmee at 2 Courthouse Square. If you have a case number, bring it. It cuts the search time significantly.

Sealed cases and juvenile records are not available to the public. For everything else, the Osceola Clerk system is detailed and regularly updated. Many searches can be handled entirely online without a visit to the courthouse.

City of Kissimmee Records

Kissimmee City Hall is at 101 Church St, Kissimmee, FL 34741. The main number is (407) 518-2300. The city's official website has department contacts, meeting agendas, budget documents, and links to records available online.

Building permits are common records requests from city departments. Any construction, renovation, or addition in Kissimmee has a permit on file. These records show what was approved, who did the work, and whether the project passed inspections. Real estate buyers, lenders, and contractors use them often.

City commission meeting minutes, city contracts, and budget records are all public. Zoning decisions and code enforcement files are too. Many of these are posted on the city website. Others require a formal request to the city clerk. Either way, the city has to provide access under Florida law.

The Kissimmee Police Department handles records within city limits. Incident reports and many arrest logs are open public records. Files tied to active investigations may carry a temporary hold. Contact the department's records unit to submit a request. Some departments accept email requests. Check the city website for the current process.

Kissimmee City Website

The screenshot below is from the City of Kissimmee's official website, the main portal for city services, public records access, and department contacts for the city government.

The site includes links to permit lookups, commission agendas, and forms for requesting records from city departments in Kissimmee.

Property Records in Osceola County

Property records for Kissimmee are held by the Osceola County Property Appraiser. Search by address or parcel number to find ownership history, assessed values, and lot information. This search is free online.

Recorded deeds, mortgages, and liens are filed with the Osceola County Clerk. Every time a Kissimmee property changes hands, a deed gets recorded. Title researchers, real estate agents, and lenders rely on these documents. The clerk's official records system covers them going back many decades.

Tax records are with the Osceola County Tax Collector. You can look up current tax bills and payment history online. Most lookups don't require an office visit or phone call.

How to Request Records

You can ask for records in person, by email, phone, or mail. No specific form is required by state law. Just describe what you need well enough for staff to find it. Include the record type, any relevant dates, and names or addresses tied to the search.

Standard copy fees are $0.15 per page. The first 30 minutes of staff search time is free. After that, agencies may charge based on the pay of the lowest-qualified employee who can handle the work. Certified copies cost more than plain copies.

If a request is denied without a valid basis, the Florida Attorney General's mediation program is there to help. It's free. Call (850) 245-0140 or visit myfloridalegal.com. Mediation settles most disputes faster than a court challenge and costs nothing to use.

Vital Records

Birth and death records from Kissimmee events are filed with the Florida Bureau of Vital Statistics. Request them through the Florida Department of Health. Local county health offices can sometimes assist.

Marriage licenses come from the Osceola County Clerk. Divorce records are in the circuit court file and searchable through the Osceola Clerk's online portal. Certified copies of either type require a request and a fee.

Nearby Cities

Several Central Florida cities near Kissimmee have public records through their own county clerks and city departments.

Osceola County Records

Court records and official records for Kissimmee are maintained by the Osceola County Clerk of Court.