Okaloosa County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Jul 26, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$400 to $1,905
New civil suit · Circuit Court
E-filing
Required
Through Florida Courts E-Filing Portal
Same-day deadline: 11:59 PM
Case records
Search online
Free public case search
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$400 to $1,905
Small claims$55 to $400
Divorce / family$408

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $400, the civil filing fee in Okaloosa County is about the same as nearby counties (median $401 across 4 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Okaloosa County Clerk of Circuit Court and Comptroller
Brad E. Embry
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Courthouses in Okaloosa County

CivilCriminalFamilyProbateJuvenile

Okaloosa County Circuit Court - Courthouse Annex Extension (Fort Walton Beach)

Address
1940 Lewis Turner Blvd, Fort Walton Beach, 32547
CivilCriminalFamilyProbateJuvenile

Okaloosa County Circuit Court - Okaloosa County Courthouse (Crestview)

Address
101 E James Lee Blvd, Crestview, 32536
CivilSmall ClaimsEvictionCriminalTraffic

Okaloosa County Court - Courthouse Annex Extension (Fort Walton Beach)

Address
1940 Lewis Turner Blvd, Fort Walton Beach, 32547
CivilSmall ClaimsEvictionCriminalTraffic

Okaloosa County Court - Okaloosa County Courthouse (Crestview)

Address
101 E James Lee Blvd, Crestview, 32536

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • How much does it cost to file a civil case in Okaloosa County?

    The civil filing fee in Okaloosa County, Florida is $400.00 (circuit civil action up to $50,000; $905 / $1,905 higher tiers)

  • What is the small claims filing fee in Okaloosa County?

    $55.00-$400.00 (county civil/small claims, tiered by claim amount)

  • How much does it cost to file for divorce or a family case in Okaloosa County?

    $408.00 (dissolution of marriage)

  • Can I e-file court documents in Okaloosa County?

    Yes. E-filing is available through Florida Courts E-Filing Portal. It is mandatory for attorneys.

  • Is there a free online case search for Okaloosa County?

    Yes. You can look up cases online at clerkapps.okaloosaclerk.com.

  • Where do I file court documents in Okaloosa County?

    Filings go to the Okaloosa County Clerk of Circuit Court and Comptroller, located at 101 East James Lee Blvd., Crestview, FL 32536. You can reach the clerk at (850) 689-5000.

Okaloosa County Courts, FL: (850) 689-5000, Hours & $400 Filing Fee | 1Court