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The following forms and documents may be downloaded by selecting the desired form and document name. Any fees associated with the filing of forms are described below. All fees must be paid by check or money order and should be payable to Neil Kelly, Clerk.

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2009 CAFR.pdf (1,968k)

This document is the Lake County Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) which includes the financial statements of Lake County, Florida prepared in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles as applied to government units. The reporting entities include the Board of County Commissioners and constitutional officers including the Clerk, Sheriff, Tax Collector, Property Appraiser and Supervisor of Elections; dependent special districts and other agencies of the County. Please click here to access CAFRs for previous years: Board Accounting.

Investment Report (December, 2009).pdf (42KB)

This report is a summary of the cash and investment activity of all funds under the control of the Board of County Commissioners. The report includes cash and investment balances by amount, type and maturity, interest revenue earned and other information. The report is prepared semiannually in accordance with the investment ordinance adopted by the Board and is prepared by the County Finance Department in the Clerk's Office. Please click here to access prior Investment Reports: Board Accounting.

Direct Deposit Form.pdf (24k)

This form is used by persons who want to receive child support or alimony payments through direct deposit into their personal bank account. Instructions are found on the form.

Information Change Request.pdf (4k)

This form is used by persons to change their name or address in the clerk's depository records.

Civil Cover sheet for Civil Court Cases form 1.997.pdf (95k)

Final Disposition for Civil and Family Court Cases form 1.998.pdf (72k)

How to Collect a Judgment in Florida Under the New Judgment Lien Law.pdf (86k)

This document is published by the Florida Department of State. It should be reviewed by anyone who has won a judgment and seeks direction on how to collect on that judgment. It is also useful to review this information prior to the filing of a lawsuit as part of the process of evaluating the probability of collecting on a judgment.

Value of Real Property or Mortgage Foreclosure Claim.pdf (141k)

This document is used to determine the filing fee for Circuit Civil cases relating to real property or mortgage foreclosure, based on the value of the claim. It is to be completed and submitted at the time of filing a new case or when filing a cross, counter or third party complaint or counterpetition.

Tenant Eviction Package 0410.pdf (100k)

This package is used by a landlord who wishes to evict a tenant(s) for non-payment of rent for residential property only (this package does not apply to commercial property nor mobile home parks).

Tenant Eviction Default Package - Count I - Possession.pdf (84k)

This package is used after the Tenant Eviction case has been filed with the Clerk, and the tenant has not moved or responded after the five-day time period has elapsed. This package allows a landlord to obtain a Final Judgment for Possession (of the subject rental property) directing the Clerk to issue a Writ of Possession. The issuance of the Final Judgment is at the discretion of the judge.

Tenant Eviction Default Package - Count II - Back Rent.pdf (13k)

This package is used if Count II of the Complaint for Tenant Eviction was requested, and the tenant has not responded within 20 days after personal service of the summons. This package allows a landlord to obtain a Default Final Judgment for Damages (Count II). The issuance of the Default Final Judgment is at the discretion of the judge.

How to Collect a Judgment in Florida Under the New Judgment Lien Law.pdf (86k)

This document is published by the Florida Department of State. It should be reviewed by anyone who has won a judgment and seeks direction on how to collect on that judgment. It is also useful to review this information prior to the filing of a lawsuit as part of the process of evaluating the probability of collecting on a judgment.

Application for Criminal Indigent Status (25k)

This form is used to determine if persons qualify for the services of the Public Defender in criminal cases. There is a $50.00 application fee for each form completed and reviewed.

Application For Determination Of Civil Indigent Status (24k)

This form is used to determine if persons qualify to have the filing fee waived on a civil case or to enter into a payment contract for costs incurred on a civil case.

Payment Contract(17k)

This form is used to set up a payment plan for fines/costs in felony, misdemeanor, criminal traffic, and civil traffic cases. There is a $25.00 administrative fee for each contract signed. All late fees and clearance fees must be paid before a payment agreement can be signed on a civil traffic citation.

Payment Contract For Restitution (17)

This form is used to set up a payment plan for court-ordered restitution in felony, misdemeanor, and criminal traffic cases. There is a $3.50 administrative fee for each restitution payment made.

Civil Payment Contract (17)

This form is used to set up a payment plan for any costs or service charges incurred on a civil case. There is a $25.00 administrative fee for each contract signed.

Blank Partial Payment Coupon (17k)

These coupons can be used to mail in payments or to make payments in person for anyone enrolled in the Clerk's Office payment plan.

Request Form for Bank Account, Debit, Charge, or Credit Card Number Removal.pdf (72k)

This document is used to request the removal of bank account, debit, charge, or credit card numbers from court records. The request must be legibly written, signed, and delivered in person or by mail, facsimile, or electronic transmission to the Clerk/County Recorder. The request must specify the bank account, debit, charge, and/or credit card number to be removed, as well as the case number, document name, and page number that contains the numbers you want removed. No fee is charged for this service.

Request Form for Records Search.pdf (215k)

This document is used to request a search of Lake County public records. Complete this form and mail or bring it into our office with payment of $2.00 per name per calendar year to be searched. Payment must be received before the search will be completed. This search will not disclose records that have been sealed or expunged. Allow seven to ten working days for return of results.

Request Form for Social Security Number Removal.pdf (72k)

This document is used to request the removal of social security numbers from court records. The request must be legibly written, signed, and delivered in person or by mail, facsimile, or electronic transmission to the Clerk/County Recorder. The request must specify the case number, document name and page number for the numbers you want removed. No fee is charged for this service.

Request for Confidentiality Form - Courts Management.pdf (83k)

This form is used by qualifying individuals to request the removal/redaction of personal information on documents that are maintained in the Lake County Court Records. The request must be legibly written, signed, notarized and delivered to the Clerk of Courts, Courts Management Division. The request must specify the case number, docket entry number, and page number that contain the personal information being requested to be removed. No fee is charged for this service.

Family/Marriage Law Handbook.pdf (130k)

This handbook is required by the State of Florida, to be read by all marriage license applicants.

Marriage License Information Sheet.pdf (54k)

Use this form to expedite the Marriage License application process. You may download it ahead of time, complete it, and bring it with you to the Marriage License Department.

Roster Premarital Preparation Course Providers.pdf (150k)

Use this list to locate premarital preparation course providers in Lake County.

Declaration of Domicile.pdf (5k)

This document, when completed and recorded, is used to establish a domicile in the state of Florida for persons who want to evidence the same by a recorded document. It is primarily used by persons wanting to claim homestead exemption through the Property Appraisers Office. The recording fee for this one page document is $10.00. If the person needs assistance from a clerk in completing the information on the form, there is an additional $5.00 fee for this service (per FS28.24(15)) as well as an additional fee of $10.00 if a clerk notarizes the form.

Official Records Order Form.pdf (25k)

This document is to be used by non-commercial entities only to request copies and/or certified copies of documents from the Official Records Books. After printing and legibly completing this form, it must be mailed to Clerk of the Circuit Court, Recording Department, P.O. Box 7800, Tavares, FL 32778, along with a check or money order made payable to the Clerk of the Circuit Court. Copies are $1.00 per page and $2.00 per document to certify (if certification is requested). There is also a postage and handling charge of $1.00.

  Recording Transmittal Form.xls (30k)

Note: Must use Microsoft Excel or compatible program to open this form.
This form should be completed and included with documents submitted for recording into the Official Records of Lake County. Although not required, it assists in providing the Recording Division with the information necessary to record documents accurately and in a timely manner.

Request for Confidentiality Form - Official Records.pdf (14k)

This form is used by qualifying individuals to request the removal/redaction of personal information on documents that are maintained in the Lake County Official Records. The request must be legibly written, signed, notarized and delivered to the Clerk of Courts Official Records Division. The request must specify the identifying page number (Book and Page or Clerk File Number) that contains the personal information being requested to be removed. This statute does not allow for the removal of the property legal description. No fee is charged for this service.

Request Form for Image Removal.pdf (13k)

This document is used to request the removal of certain sensitive document types from the Clerk's publicly available website. Any affected person may request that images of the following types of documents be removed from a Clerk's publicly available Internet website:

• Military Discharge
• Death Certificates
• Court files, records of paper relating to matters or cases governed by
  • The Florida Rules of Family Law
  • The Florida Rules of Juvenile Procedure
  • The Florida Rules of Probate

The request must be in writing and may be delivered in person, by mail, electronically, or by facsimile. The request must specify the identification page number of the document to be removed. No fee is charged for this service.
Florida law requires that images and copies of the above-listed documents remain on file and available to the public upon request in the Office of the Clerk/County Recorder.

Request Form for Social Security or Account Number Removal.pdf (72k)

This document is used to request the removal/redaction of social security or account numbers on documents that are publicly available on the Clerk's Internet website The request must be legibly written, signed, and delivered in person or by mail, facsimile, or electronic transmission to the Clerk/County Recorder. The request must specify the identification page number that contains the social security or account number. No fee is charged for this service.

The following Self-Help packages and forms may also be purchased from the Lake County Clerk of Circuit Court's central intake section on the 3rd floor of the Lake County Judicial Center at 550 West Main Street, Tavares, FL 32778 and from the Clermont branch office at 1206 Bowman Street, Clermont, FL 34711.

Cover Sheet for Family Court Cases form 12.928.pdf (212k)

This is a new form that is required for your Family Court Case as of January 1, 2010. Please print out this form and include it with all of your other papers for filing.

Final Disposition for Family Court Cases form 1.998.pdf (72k)

This is a new form that is required for your Family Court Case as of January 1, 2010. Please print out this form and include it with all of your other papers for filing.

Dissolution of Marriage with Dependent or Minor Child(ren).pdf (5,598k)

This package should be used when a husband or wife is filing for dissolution of marriage and you and your spouse have a dependent or minor child(ren) together or the wife is pregnant. You and/or your spouse must have lived in Florida for at least 6 months before filing for a dissolution in Florida.

Dissolution of Marriage with Property but no Dependent or Minor Child(ren).pdf (2,209k)

This package should be used when a husband or wife is filing for dissolution of marriage and the husband and wife have marital assets and/or marital liabilities but they do not have any dependent children nor is the wife pregnant. You and/or your spouse must have lived in Florida for at least 6 months before filing for dissolution in Florida.

Dissolution of Marriage with no Dependent or Minor Child(ren) or Property.pdf (2,514k)

This package should be used when a husband or wife is filing for dissolution of marriage and the husband and wife have no marital assets and/or marital liabilities and they do not have any dependent children nor is the wife pregnant. You and/or your spouse must have lived in Florida for at least 6 months before filing for dissolution in Florida.

Modification of Custody, Visitation, and Other Relief 032010.pdf (3,835k)

This package should be used when you are asking the court to change current court-ordered custody or visitation arrangements. The court can change an order granting shared parental responsibility, including a primary residential responsibility/custody order if the judge finds that there has been a substantial change in circumstances of the parties and the change is in the child(ren)'s best interest.

Modification of Child Support 032010.pdf (3,699k)

This package should be used when you are asking the court to change a current court-ordered child support obligation. The court can change a child support order if the judge finds that there has been a substantial change in circumstances of the parties and the change is in the child(ren)'s best interests.

Supplemental Petition for Temporary Modification for Military.pdf (7,538k)

This package is to be used when a parent seeks temporary modification of an order establishing custody, visitation, a parenting plan, or timesharing schedule because the parent is activated, deployed or temporarily assigned to military service and the parent's ability to comply with the prior order(s) and time-sharing schedule is affected.

Emergency Child Pick-up Order.pdf (977k)

This package should be used to request the court to enter an order directing the sheriff or other law enforcement officer to take a minor child(ren) from the person who currently has physical possession of the child(ren) and deliver the child(ren) to your physical custody. This package should only be used in an emergency by a person who has pre-existing legal right to physical possession of a minor child. This means that you already have a court order awarding you legal custody of the child(ren) or you are the birth mother of one or more of the children born out of wedlock and no court order has addressed any other person's parental rights.

Paternity and Related Relief.pdf (3,383k)

This package should be used by a birth mother or father to ask the court to establish paternity, custody, visitation, and/or child support of a minor child or children. This means that you are trying to legally establish who is the father of the child(ren).

Temporary Custody, Chapter 751, Florida Statutes.pdf (1,683k)

This package should be used in uncontested cases involving the custody of a child that is currently living with an extended family member when the extended family member is caring for the child full time in the role of a substitute parent. There must not be any other custody action pending in another court. If the action is contested or if the parents of the child are involved in a dissolution of marriage or other custody proceeding, you should not use this package.

Motion for Contempt of Court.pdf (940k)

This package should be used to ask the court to enforce a prior court order or final judgment.

Step Parent Adoption 032010.pdff (1,902k)

This package should be used when a stepparent is adopting his or her spouse's child. Both the stepparent and his or her spouse must sign the petition. You must have written consent of the other birth parent.

Name Change - Adult.pdf (911k)

This package should be used when an adult wants the court to change his or her name. This package is not to be used in connection with a dissolution of marriage action. If you want to change a name because of a dissolution that is not yet final, the name change should be done as a part of that dissolution case.

Name Change - Child.pdf (1,436k)

This package should be used when parents want the court to change the name of their minor child(ren). This package should not be used in conjunction with an adoption or paternity action. If you want a change of name for your child(ren) because of an adoption or paternity action that is not yet final, the change of name should be done as a part of that case.

Name Change - Family.pdf (1,334k)

This package should be used when a family wants the court to change its name. This package should not be used in connection with a dissolution of marriage, paternity, or adoption action. If you want a change of name because of a dissolution, paternity, or adoption action that is not yet final, the change of name should be done as a part of that case.

Expungement or Seal Criminal Record.pdf (367k)

This package should be used after receiving the certificate of approval from FDLE.

Ejectment Package.pdf (572k)

This form should be used to remove a person or persons who occupy real property with you but do not hold title to the property. The individual(s) occupying the property is not a tenant (there is no agreement to pay rent).

Affidavit of non compliance.pdf (39k)

Affidavit of Nonpayment.pdf (15k)

Blank Affidavit.pdf (16k)

Blank DOR Motion.pdf (32k)

Blank Motion.pdf (14k)

Blank Order.pdf (14k)

Blank_Written_Plea_Form - County_Criminal.pdf (17k)

Civil Cover sheet for Civil Court Cases form 1.997.pdf (96k)

Cover Sheet for Family Court Cases form 12.928.pdf (212k)

Final Disposition for Civil and Family Court Cases form 1.998.pdf (72k)

Joint Stipulation to Modify Custody.pdf (1411k)

Joint Stipulation to Modify Support.pdf (694k)

Lake County - Notice of Related Cases.pdf (94k)

Motion to Contest Delinquency Action (DOR only).pdf (17k)

Motion to Suspend or Terminate Child Support.pdf (404k)

Notice of Cancelation of Hearing.pdf (226k)

Quit Claim Deed.pdf (34k)

Satisfaction of Mortgage.pdf (31k)

Visitation Schedule "A" - Lake County.pdf (19k)

Warranty Deed.pdf (34k)

Small Claims Booklet.pdf (33k)

This booklet is intended as a guide to Small Claims in Lake County. It has been compiled by the county judges of the county court (see disclaimer on page 1). This booklet should be reviewed by anyone considering filing a small claims action as it will provide useful information for evaluating the claim to be made.

Small Claims Package 0410.pdf (109k)

This package provides the forms necessary to file a small claims action that involves monies in the amount of $5000.00 or less. This package also includes information about the Lake County Small Claims mediation program which was implemented by the Lake County judges. Mediation is required in all small claims actions in Lake County.

Collecting a Judgment.pdf (15k)

This booklet is intended as a brief guide to collecting judgments in Lake County after a judgment has been entered by the Court. It has been compiled by the county judges of the county court (see disclaimer on page 1). This booklet should be reviewed by anyone considering filing a small claims action as it will provide useful information for evaluating the probability of collecting on a small claims judgment.

How to Collect a Judgment in Florida Under the New Judgment Lien Law.pdf (86k)

This document is published by the Florida Department of State. It should be reviewed by anyone considering filing a small claims action as it will provide useful information for evaluating the probability of collecting on a small claims judgment.

Replevin Packet 0610.pdf (26K)

The Replevin action is used for resolving civil disputes involving personal property valued up to$15,000.00 (excluding court costs, interest and/or attorney's fees, if applicable). This process allows an individual to recover their property from another person who refuses to return the property to the owner.

Emergency Replevin 0610.pdf (310K)

This can be used in cases where you need to retrieve your property in an emergency. The Replevin action is used for resolving civil disputes involving personal property valued up to$15,000.00 (excluding court costs, interest and/or attorney's fees, if applicable). This process allows an individual to recover their property from another person who refuses to return the property to the owner.

Attorney_Subscriber_Agreement.pdf (35k)

This form allows attorneys to enter into subscription agreements with the Clerk's Office to have access to the Attorney Subscriber Search site. This site provides subscribers with electronic access to indexes, progress dockets, and images of non-confidential court records regarding cases in which the subscriber is attorney of record. This service is provided at no charge.

Driving School Affidavit.pdf (6k)

This form is used by persons who wish to exercise the option of attending Driving School in lieu of having points assessed to the driving record. Instructions for electing this option are found on the form. The form should be submitted with a fee of $7.00 along with the original fine amount.

Proof of Registration or Insurance.pdf (4k)

This waiver is used by persons who find it impractical to provide proof of vehicle registration or proof of security (personal injury protection insurance) as required by law. There is no fee associated with the filing of this waiver.

Plea of Not Guilty Form (54k)

This form is used for persons that wish to plead not guilty to a civil traffic offense.

Change of Address Form (21k)

This form is used for persons wishing to change their address with the traffic department at the Clerk's Office.