About Volusia County
Volusia County, Florida is located along the Atlantic coast in east-central Florida, including approximately 1,432 square miles. Volusia County seat is DeLand, positioned in the western portion of Volusia County. With a population exceeding 575,000 residents, Volusia County ranks as one of Florida's most populous counties. Volusia County stretches from the Atlantic Ocean westward to the St. Johns River, creating diverse geography from coastal beaches to inland forests and wetlands. Major cities include Daytona Beach, known worldwide for its hard-packed beach and motorsports heritage including the Daytona International Speedway; DeLand, home to Stetson University; Ormond Beach; Port Orange; Deltona; and New Smyrna Beach. Established in 1854, Volusia County was named after a Spanish land grant settlement. Volusia County features notable landmarks including the historic Ponce de Leon Inlet Lighthouse, Blue Spring State Park (a manatee refuge), and the Tomoka Basin. Volusia County Clerk of the Circuit Court is located at 101 N. Alabama Avenue, DeLand, FL 32724. Volusia County Property Appraiser office operates at 123 W. Indiana Avenue, DeLand, FL 32720. Volusia County records offices maintain extensive historical archives dating to Florida's territorial period, making Volusia County significant for both its beach tourism economy and its preservation of Florida history. The unique combination of motorsports culture, educational institutions, beach tourism, and natural preservation areas defines Volusia County's character within the state of Florida.
Sheriff, Police & Law Enforcement
Law Enforcement & Arrests
- The inmate lookup system provides booking photos (mugshots), charges, bond information, and housing location.
- Under Florida Statute 119.011, the Florida Public Records Law, arrest records are public documents and citizens may request them from the arresting agency.
- Requests should be made in writing to the specific law enforcement agency's records division, though many agencies now provide online request forms.
- Mugshots and booking photos are considered public records in Florida and are typically available immediately following booking through Volusia County Sheriff's online inmate database.
- Processing fees for copies of arrest reports typically range from $0.15 per page for standard copies to higher fees for certified documents.
Criminal, Arrest & Jail Records
Jail & Inmate Records
- The bond and bail process in Florida allows for the release of detainees pending trial, with bond amounts set according to the severity of the charges.
Courts & Case Records
- The Clerk of the Circuit Court, phone, maintains all court records and provides public access services.
- Certified copies of court documents cost $2.00 for the first page and $0.15 for each additional page.
- Non-certified copies are $0.15 per page.
- The Clerk's office accepts requests in person, by mail, or online.
- Remote electronic filing is available for attorneys and registered users through the Florida Courts E-Filing Portal.
Property & Public Records
Property records for Volusia County, Florida are maintained by the Volusia County Clerk of the Circuit Court. This office maintains recorded documents including deeds, mortgages, liens, and easements for properties in Volusia County.
Vital Records
Vital records for this county include birth, death, marriage, and divorce certificates issued under state vital statistics law.
- Processing time for in-person requests is typically same-day if the record is on file; mail requests take approximately two to three weeks.
- Eligible requestors include the person named on the certificate (if of legal age), parents, legal guardians, spouse, adult children, attorneys representing eligible parties, and funeral directors.
Business & Licensing
Business records, licenses, and permits for this county are processed by the County Clerk and local government offices.
- This database includes business formation documents, annual reports, registered agent information, officer and director names, and business status (active, dissolved, inactive).
- Permit records are public and searchable through Volusia County's online portal.