We encourage the electronic filing (e-filing) of all court related forms. Through e-filing, the court system has become more efficient and accessible to the citizens of the State of Florida. In addition to dramatically reducing paperwork in Florida’s courts, the portal allows for immediate access to case information and the ability for you to file documents and access case information from the comfort of your home.
DIY (Do-It-Yourself) Florida is a free-to-use program to assist in completing official court forms and filing them with the Clerk’s office. Accessed within the Florida Courts E-Filing Portal, DIY Florida uses interview questions to walk you through the steps and automatically prepare the forms. Once completed, the forms can be sent through the E-Filing Portal to electronically file the forms with our office. Standard filing fees and convenience fees may apply.
To register for an E-Filing Portal account which allows you to electronically file your forms, and to get more information regarding what forms are available, please visit DIY Florida.
If you choose not to utilize the DIY service, or if the forms you need are not available through their resources, the following forms are provided as a courtesy. The use of these forms is not intended as a substitute for legal advice from an attorney. The provided forms are meant to serve as a guide and to assist pro se (self-represented) litigants in preparing documents. The use of these forms does not mean that a judge will accept your documents. You may be required to re-do your documents or obtain and file additional documents once the judge has reviewed your case. Each case has its own particular set of circumstances, and an attorney may advise you of what is best for you in your individual situation. If you have questions or concerns regarding your legal rights, it is strongly recommended that you talk to an attorney. If you do not know an attorney, you may request a copy of the Legal Resources brochure or find a copy here: Legal Resources Brochure.
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New Witness Address Requirements Begin January 1
Starting January 1, 2024, certain documents recorded in St. Lucie County’s Official Records must include the post office address of each witness in addition to the witness’s name. Because of changes to section 695.26 of the Florida Statutes, the Clerk’s office will not be able to accept documents submitted for recording without the required witness address information.
The new requirement applies to any “instrument by which the title to real property or any interest therein is conveyed, assigned, encumbered, or otherwise disposed of.” In plain English, this means deeds and other documents that affect the ownership of real estate.
All deeds and easements notarized in Florida require witness names, so these documents will now also require witness addresses. Other documents “by which title to real property or interest is conveyed, assigned, encumbered or disposed of” may or may not have witnesses, but an address is required if a witness is included. If there are no witnesses on these other documents, then no addresses are required.
Please Note:
The post office address of each witness must be legibly printed, typewritten, or stamped on these documents.
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