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5th Judicial Circuit • Inverness
Citrus County Court Guide
Nature Coast county known for Crystal River, manatee diving, and fishing. Inverness is the county seat. The Withlacoochee State Trail and extensive public lands draw outdoor recreation visitors. Part of the 5th Judicial Circuit.
Clerk: Traci Perry
Circuit: 5th Judicial Circuit
Phone: (352) 341-6400
Website: citrusclerk.org
155K population
5th Judicial Circuit
~$408 divorce filing fee
$8,000 small claims limit
E-filing available statewide
Courthouse Location
Citrus County Courthouse
Citrus County is served by the 5th Judicial Circuit. All circuit court matters — including family law, civil, probate, and criminal — are handled through the Citrus County Courthouse.
Clerk of Circuit Court
Citrus County Courthouse
110 N. Apopka Ave.
Inverness, FL 34450
(352) 341-6400
Mon–Fri 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Hours may vary — call to confirm
E-Filing Portal
Florida Courts E-Filing Portal
Available 24 hours/day, 7 days/week
myflcourtaccess.com
Self-represented litigants may file electronically or in person. Electronic filing is not required for pro se filers.
Filing Fees
Citrus County Filing Fees
Filing fees in Citrus County are established by Florida Statutes and are consistent with the statewide schedule. Fees shown are approximate — always verify current amounts with the Citrus County Clerk at citrusclerk.org before filing.
| Case Type | Approximate Fee |
|---|---|
| Dissolution of Marriage (Petition) | ~$408 |
| Child Support (non-divorce) | ~$300 |
| Paternity | ~$300 |
| Child Custody (non-divorce) | ~$300 |
| Name Change (Adult) | ~$400 |
| Domestic Violence Injunction | No fee |
| Small Claims (up to $8,000) | $55–$120 by amount |
| County Civil ($8,001–$50,000) | $300–$400 |
| Eviction — Residential | ~$185–$235 |
| Modification of Final Judgment | Reopen fee + applicable |
| Summons Issuance | $10 per summons |
| Certified Copy | $1/page + $2/certification |
Indigency fee waiver: If you receive public assistance (Medicaid, Food Stamps/SNAP, SSI, or FTE), or if your income is below 200% of the federal poverty guideline, you may qualify for a waiver of court filing fees. Ask the clerk for an Application for Determination of Civil Indigent Status (Florida Statute §57.082). The clerk cannot give legal advice but can provide the application form.
How to File
Filing Documents in Citrus County
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Download or prepare your forms
Florida Supreme Court-approved family law forms are free at flcourts.gov. For completed, Florida-specific automated documents, JusticeXpressFlorida.com offers affordable packages starting at $4.95.
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File in person or electronically
Bring your completed original forms to the Citrus County Courthouse at 110 N. Apopka Ave., Inverness, FL 34450, or e-file through the Florida Courts E-Filing Portal at myflcourtaccess.com. Self-represented litigants may file electronically but are not required to do so.
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Pay the filing fee
Pay at the clerk’s window (cash, credit card, money order, or cashier’s check accepted at most locations) or electronically through the e-filing portal. If you cannot afford the fee, ask for an indigency waiver application.
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Serve the other party
After filing, you must serve the other party with copies of your filed documents. In most cases, service must be made by someone other than yourself — a process server, the Sheriff’s office, or another adult. The other party typically has 20 days to respond after being served.
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Track your case online
Most Citrus County court records are available for free public search at myflcourtaccess.com or through the clerk’s official website at citrusclerk.org.
Self-Help Resources
Citrus County Legal Self-Help
- Citrus County Clerk of Courts — citrusclerk.org ↗
- Florida Supreme Court — Free Family Law Forms ↗
- Florida Courts E-Filing Portal — myflcourtaccess.com ↗
- FloridaLawHelp.org — Free Legal Information ↗
- Florida Bar Lawyer Referral Service — (800) 342-8011 ↗
- 5th Judicial Circuit Court Information ↗
Document preparation vs. legal advice: The Citrus County Clerk’s Office cannot give legal advice and cannot tell you which forms to use or how to fill them out. JusticeXpressFlorida.com is a document preparation service — we can help you complete court-ready documents but we are not a law firm and do not provide legal advice. For complex matters, consult a Florida-licensed attorney through the Florida Bar Lawyer Referral Service at (800) 342-8011.
ⓘ Court fees, hours, and procedures in Citrus County change periodically. Always verify current requirements at citrusclerk.org before filing. JusticeXpressFlorida.com is a document preparation service, not a law firm. This guide is for general educational purposes only.
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Quick Contacts
Clerk: Traci Perry
Phone: (352) 341-6400
Address: 110 N. Apopka Ave., Inverness
Website: citrusclerk.org
Key Facts
Population: ~155K
County Seat: Inverness
Judicial Circuit: 5th Judicial Circuit
Small Claims Limit: $8,000
Divorce Filing Fee: ~$408