Honorable Carmine M Bravo

The office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court, DeLand, Fla., is an elected constitutional officer who provides professional services to the public, court system and related agencies. It is the custodian of all records filed in the county and circuit courts, as well as, documents recorded in the official records, including deeds, mortgages, liens, court orders, marriage licenses and affidavits of domicile. It provides relevant training to its staff, including educational seminars that focus on their daily work, and makes provisions for automation to manage the increasing caseload. It ensures online access to individuals, law firms, title companies and businesses interested in viewing official records and case information. It also processes payments for various court transactions.

Marion County Clerk of Circuit Court's office is a federal agency that offers a range of recordkeeping, information and financial management solutions. It serves the judicial system, board of county commissioners and the citizens of Marion County in Florida. The office is responsible for maintaining a record of court records that include traffic citations, criminal felony, misdemeanor and juvenile cases, and civil, family, probate and small claims proceedings. It also grants marriage licenses and is authorized to perform marriage ceremonies. Marion County Clerk of Circuit Court's office issues jury summons and requisitions and distributes the payment of fees to jurors. The office additionally receives and processes passport applications.

The Clerk of Courts office provides access to a variety of information and public records to people. The office includes a traffic department that is responsible for the collection of violation fines. The department offers a list of approved driving schools and sets hearing dates. The Clerk of Courts office has a recording division that indexes a range of documents and instruments, such as deeds, liens, contracts, affidavits, subdivision plats, bills, judgments and military discharge certificates. In addition, the office operates a circuit civil department that handles cases related to auto negligence, eminent domains, foreclosures, and medical and professional malpractices. It is a part of the government of Putnam County in Florida.