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Sealing or Expunging

Individuals with criminal records may be eligible to have their record sealed or expunged under Florida Law. To determine if you are eligible to have your case sealed or expunged, review Florida Statutes 943.0585 and 943.059. Additional information may be obtained from the Florida Department of Law Enforcement website at www.fdle.state.fl.us.

In order to have a criminal history record sealed or expunged, you must first obtain a Certificate of Eligibility from the Florida Department of Law Enforcement. After a Certificate of Eligibility is obtained, you can then petition the court for an order to seal or expunge your record. Forms for petitioning the court to seal or expunge a criminal history record may be obtained on our Forms page.

Individuals who apply to have a criminal history record sealed or expunged are responsible to pay a court cost of $42.00 as well as a certified copy cost of $27.50 to $37.50, depending on the number of copies required.

Public Notice - Main Courthouse

If you visit the Clay County Courthouse in Green Cove Springs over the weeks and months ahead, you will notice renovation projects happening here – but all services remain available.

Construction/renovation began this week on the 2^nd Floor (new side) – expect noise related to that work for several months (up to a year).
Contractors/vendors will enter/exit the courthouse regularly throughout the day, so parking in the area may be challenging – arrive early for any appointments.
Our Orange Park Branch and online options are available, as are other service options.
During September, renovation projects in Administration, Civil, and Clerk’s Finance (1st Floor) areas may temporarily alter those office/staff locations in the building, so pay special attention to security staff directions and signage.

Thank you for your patience during this time of improvement. Please keep an eye out for updates throughout the months ahead.