Broward County, Florida Public Records

The Broward County Government is the ninth-largest county government in the United States. It is located in southeastern Florida and encompasses a total of 1,322 square miles, including all of the county's thirty-six incorporated cities and towns, as well as the unincorporated areas of the county. It is the second most populous county in Florida. The county seat is Fort Lauderdale.

The county government is led by an elected Board of County Commissioners, with each commissioner representing a district. The board is responsible for setting policies and annual budget. The board is also responsible for appointing the County Administrator, who is the chief executive officer of the county. The County Administrator, in turn, is responsible for overseeing all county departments and operations.

The county is home to several institutions of higher learning, including Florida Atlantic University, Broward College, and Nova Southeastern University. It is also home to several major attractions, including the Sawgrass Mills Mall, the Broward Center for the Performing Arts, and the Fort Lauderdale Museum of Art.

The county is home to Port Everglades, the second busiest cruise port in the world.

The county is also home to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, the busiest airport in the state.

Broward County Court is located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. It is a county court of general jurisdiction with jurisdiction over civil and criminal cases. The court has jurisdiction over all criminal cases, including felonies, misdemeanors, and juvenile delinquency cases. It also has jurisdiction over civil cases, including family law, probate, and small claims.