Taylor County Warrant Records

Taylor County warrant records are held by the Taylor County Sheriff's Office and the Clerk of Courts in Perry. This is one of the smaller counties in Florida with roughly 21,000 residents. It is part of the 3rd Judicial Circuit. The sheriff handles warrant enforcement and arrests, while the clerk maintains the court records where bench warrants and capias orders are filed. Public access to most warrant records is guaranteed under Florida's Sunshine Law.

Taylor County Sheriff's Office Warrants

The Taylor County Sheriff's Office is the main law enforcement agency for the county. They are at 108 N. Jefferson Street in Perry. The phone number is (850) 584-4225. The sheriff is responsible for serving warrants and making arrests throughout Taylor County.

Taylor County is rural and covers a large geographic area. The sheriff's deputies may travel long distances to serve warrants across the county. Because of the smaller population, the warrant unit is not as large as those in urban counties, but the same Florida statutes apply. Under Florida Statute 901.04, warrants issued in Taylor County are directed to all sheriffs in the state. A person wanted in Taylor County can be arrested anywhere in Florida.

The sheriff's office works with FDLE and the 3rd Judicial Circuit on warrant enforcement. Taylor County shares this circuit with Columbia, Dixie, Hamilton, Lafayette, Madison, and Suwannee counties. When a wanted person crosses into a nearby county, the warrant follows them. Coordination between these small rural agencies is important for keeping warrants active and getting results.

Note: Taylor County is part of the 3rd Judicial Circuit, which covers seven counties in north-central Florida.

Taylor County Clerk of Courts

The Taylor County Clerk of Courts maintains all court case files in the county. The office is at 108 N. Jefferson Street, Suite 102, in Perry. You can call (850) 838-3506 for records requests. When a judge issues a bench warrant or capias in Taylor County, it gets entered into the case record through the clerk's office.

Court records in Taylor County include criminal, civil, and family law cases. Warrant activity shows up in the docket entries of criminal cases. If someone fails to appear for a court date and a bench warrant is issued, that information is added to the case docket by the clerk. You can request to view these records in person at the Perry courthouse.

Copies of court documents have a per-page fee. Certified copies cost more than regular copies. Under Florida Statute 119.07, court records in Taylor County are public unless sealed by a judge. The clerk must provide access to any record that is not specifically exempt under state law.

How to Search Warrants in Taylor County

The primary tool for checking active warrants in Taylor County is the FDLE Public Access System. Go to the Wanted Persons search and enter the name. The system is free and open to the public. It shows warrants from law enforcement agencies across all 67 Florida counties, including Taylor County.

Since Taylor County is small, you can also call the sheriff's office directly at (850) 584-4225. Staff there may be able to confirm if a warrant exists. In rural counties like Taylor, a phone call can sometimes get you the information quicker than an online search. The clerk's office at (850) 838-3506 can help with questions about court case records that include warrant activity.

The Taylor County Clerk of Courts may offer some level of online case search. Check their website for current availability. If online access is limited, in-person requests at the Perry courthouse are always an option. The clerk is required to provide public records under Florida law.

Types of Warrants in Taylor County

Taylor County handles the same warrant types as every other Florida county. Arrest warrants are issued by a judge upon finding probable cause under Florida Statute 901.02. Bench warrants come when someone misses a court date. A capias order serves a similar purpose. Violation of probation warrants are issued when someone breaks probation terms.

Search warrants have a limited life span. Under Florida Statute 933.07, a search warrant must be executed within 14 days or it expires. Arrest warrants do not expire in Taylor County. They remain active in the system until the person is arrested or a judge orders the warrant recalled. Even a warrant that is many years old can still result in arrest if the person is encountered by law enforcement.

Note: In a small county like Taylor, law enforcement officers often know who has outstanding warrants, which can lead to quicker arrests.

Public Access to Taylor County Warrants

Warrant records in Taylor County are public records. Florida Statute 119.07 ensures that any person can inspect and copy public records from any state or local agency. You do not need to be named on the warrant. You do not need to provide a reason for your request. The sheriff's office and the clerk of courts must both comply with these rules.

Some exemptions apply. Active criminal investigation files can be kept from the public under Florida Statute 119.071. Search warrant affidavits stay sealed until the warrant is carried out. And so-called pocket warrants that have not been entered into any database will not show up in a search. If you suspect a warrant exists in Taylor County but cannot find it, consider talking to a defense lawyer who can check with the agency directly.

What to Do About a Taylor County Warrant

If you have a warrant in Taylor County, get legal advice before doing anything. Do not go to the jail or sheriff's office on your own. Under Florida law, turning yourself in on a warrant means going into custody before you can post bond. A defense attorney can guide you through the process. A bail bondsman can help with the bond once you are booked.

Under Florida Statute 901.16, the arresting officer must inform you about the warrant and the reason for your arrest. The physical warrant does not need to be present at the time of arrest. If you request to see it, the officer must show it as soon as possible. Under Florida Statute 901.07, an officer can force entry into a building to execute an arrest warrant if entry is refused after proper notice.

Warrants in Taylor County do not expire. They stay active until resolved. Even an old warrant from years back can still lead to arrest during a traffic stop or a routine background check.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Taylor County. If you need to check which county handles a warrant, look at where the offense took place. Warrants are filed in the county where the case was opened.