By Phone: (941) 861-7400

FELONY
The Felony Division handles all criminal offenses that may be punishable by death or imprisonment for a term exceeding one year. Examples of these type of charges include murder, manslaughter, grand theft, kidnapping, aggravated assault, rape, worthless checks exceeding $150, burglary and many drug charges.

MISDEMEANOR
The Misdemeanor Division handles all criminal offenses that have a maximum penalty of one year or less in the county jail. This would include criminal traffic violations (such as driving under the influence), petit theft, prostitution, and some drug charges.

JUVENILE
The Juvenile Division is responsible for cases in which the person has not yet attained the age at which he or she should be treated as an adult for purposes of a criminal offense. The division is also responsible for overseeing dependency hearings to ensure the protection, safety, and needs of a child.

TRAFFIC
The Traffic Division is responsible for processing all traffic citations that are non-criminal in nature, and can typically be disposed of by  payment of a civil penalty.

REVIEW PUBLIC RECORDS
Visit our Public Records Department at:
2000 Main Street, Room 103
Sarasota, FL 34237