Bradford County Information
Florida encompasses Bradford County. A local census found that Bradford County had 28,303 people in 2020. In Bradford County, the current seat is Starke.
New River County was created in 1858. It was renamed Bradford County in 1861.
It was named in honor of Captain Richard Bradford, who fought in the American Civil War and was killed in the Battle of Santa Rosa Island, becoming the first Confederate officer from Florida to die during the Civil War.
Bradford County Arrest Records
Arrest records are kept on all crimes within the Bradford County area. Crimes in Bradford County are divided into two categories, violent crime, and property crime. In the year 2019, there were 65 violent and 226 property crimes in Bradford County. Bradford County Sheriff’s Office can be contacted at:
Bradford County Sheriff’s Office
Gordon Smith, Sheriff
945-B North Temple Avenue
Starke, FL 32091
Phone: (904) 966-2276
Fax: (904) 966-6160
Bradford County Criminal Records
Bradford County documents its criminal activities in the form of criminal records. These records cover murders, rapes, burglaries, arson, motor vehicle theft, assaults, and crimes of sexual nature. All criminal records in Bradford County are constantly updated. These include anyone in Bradford County who's a sex offender and lives, works, attends school, or is incarcerated. All Bradford County inhabitants can access this register.
Residents of Bradford County also have the right to search for any nearby offenders. Offenders can be found using the online tool. A user has to enter a zip code, which serves as the center of their search. All offenders within that area will then be revealed to the searcher. Specific offenders can also be located using the search tool in Bradford County. The results will show all in-prison and non-compliant offenders too.
Bradford County Court Records
The county courthouse is in charge of the courts in Bradford County. The court clerk preserves all Bradford County court records. Residents can obtain court records at:
Bradford County Courthouse
945 North Temple Avenue
Starke, FL 32091
Phone: (904) 966-6280
Fax: (904) 964-4454
The Florida District Courts of Appeal holds power to examine all contested cases across the state. The district courts of appeal can entertain appeals from final judgments and can evaluate specific non-final orders. By general law, the district courts have been granted the ability to review final actions taken by state agencies in carrying out the duties of the executive branch of government.
NOTE - Standard court records in Bradford County can usually be delivered by mail, email, or fax once payment is received. Bradford County official records, on the other hand, can only be delivered via mail.
Bradford County Public Records
Bradford County locals have vital records maintained on them. The Florida Department of Health operates a robust records system and documents health-related statistical data for the state of Florida, including Bradford County. Having several copies keeps the records safe and always available for future statistical analysis.
The Florida Public Records Law, enacted in 1909, states that all Bradford County citizens can access and copy all vital public records. This law enables citizens to access, inspect and take a copy of public records. Users can apply for public records in Bradford County at:
Bradford County Clerk's Office
945 North Temple Avenue
Starke, FL 32091
Phone: (904) 966-6280
Fax: (904) 964-4454
NOTE - Bradford County residents must get records between 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. EST from Monday to Friday. In Bradford County, some form of photo ID is needed to attain records. Photo ID could be a driver's license or state ID. All Bradford County requests for records must be put in writing.
