Sarasota County Court Guide
Complete guide to Sarasota County courts — courthouse locations in Sarasota and Venice, the 12th Judicial Circuit filing procedures, fees from the Sarasota Clerk and Comptroller, and self-help resources for all Sarasota County residents.
Courthouse Locations
Sarasota County Courthouses
Sarasota County operates a main courthouse in downtown Sarasota and a branch courthouse in Venice for the South County area. The main courthouse handles all family law matters including divorce, custody, and name changes.
Sarasota County Courthouse
2000 Main St.
Sarasota, FL 34237
(941) 861-7400
Mon–Fri 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Family Law, Civil, Probate, Criminal
All divisions served
Venice Government Center
4004 S. Tamiami Trail
Venice, FL 34293
(941) 486-2009
Mon–Fri 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
County Civil, Traffic; limited family law services
Filing Fees
Sarasota County Filing Fees
For additional information on fees, contact the Clerk’s office at (941) 861-7400. Current fee schedule available at sarasotaclerk.com.
| Case Type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Dissolution of Marriage (Petition) | ~$408 |
| Child Support (non-divorce) | ~$300 |
| Paternity | ~$300 |
| Domestic Violence Injunction | No fee |
| Name Change (Adult) | ~$400 |
| Small Claims (up to $8,000) | $55–$120 |
| County Civil ($8,001–$50,000) | $300–$400 |
| Eviction — Residential | ~$185–$235 |
| Probate | By estate value; see fee schedule |
| Tax Deed | Per fee schedule |
Self-Help Resources
Sarasota County Legal Self-Help
ⓘ Verify current fees at sarasotaclerk.com before filing. JusticeXpressFlorida.com is a document preparation service, not a law firm.