Levy County traffic ticket records are the official files kept by the Levy County Clerk of the Circuit Court in Bronson, Florida. Every citation written by a Florida Highway Patrol officer, a Levy County Sheriff’s deputy, or a local police officer in towns like Williston, Cedar Key, Chiefland, or Inglis is filed with this office.
The records show the charge, the fine, the court status, the points assigned, and the final outcome. Anyone can look up these records online, by phone, by mail, or in person at the courthouse.
The Levy County Clerk of Court and Traffic Records
The Levy County Clerk of the Circuit Court runs the traffic department that handles every noncriminal traffic case in the county. This office keeps the master copy of each citation, processes payments, records court orders, sends files to the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, and answers questions from the public. The clerk is the only agency that can close out a traffic case in Levy County. No other court or county office has the power to clear a Levy County citation.
Office Location and Contact Details
The Levy County Courthouse sits in the small town of Bronson, which is the county seat. The clerk’s mailing address, phone number, website, and hours are listed below for anyone who needs to reach the office about a traffic ticket record.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | P.O. Box 610, Bronson, FL 32621 |
| Phone | 352-486-5266 |
| Website | levyclerk.com |
| Office Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Traffic Department Page | levyclerk.com/departments-services/court-services/traffic-department/ |
What the Clerk Maintains in Each Record
Each Levy County traffic ticket record contains the same basic set of data fields. The clerk stores these fields so the public, the courts, and DHSMV can all read the same case file. Common items found in a Levy County citation record include the citation number, the driver’s name, date of birth, license number, the date and time of the stop, the issuing agency, the location, the written charge, the court date, the fine, court costs, the case status, the final disposition, and any traffic school election.
How to Search Levy County Traffic Ticket Records
Levy County offers four ways to search a traffic ticket record. Most people start with the online option, but phone, mail, and walk-in requests all work for those who cannot use the web. Each method pulls the same file from the clerk’s database.
Online Court Records Search (OCRS)
The clerk’s electronic court records portal lets anyone with a citation number or a name pull up a case file. Users visit the records access page at levyclerk.com, read and accept the disclaimer, and then enter their search terms. The system returns a list of matching traffic cases along with the charge, the fine, the next court date, and the current status. Records on this portal go back several years for closed cases and show live status for open cases.
PayFLClerk.com Portal
PayFLClerk.com is the statewide payment portal run by the Florida Clerks and Comptrollers. Visitors select Levy County from the county drop-down, type in their citation number, and see the case details. The portal shows the total amount owed, any late fees, and it accepts credit or debit card payments 24 hours a day. A small convenience fee is added to each card payment. A printable receipt is generated once the payment clears.
Phone and In-Person Lookups
Anyone who cannot use the internet can call the clerk at 352-486-5266 during office hours. Staff look up the record by name or citation number and read the case details over the phone. In-person visitors can stop by the Bronson courthouse between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM on weekdays. A clerk at the window pulls the file, prints a copy, and answers questions face to face. Photo ID is required for in-person record requests.
Records Requested by Mail
A written request mailed to P.O. Box 610, Bronson, FL 32621 also produces a record copy. The request should list the full name, date of birth, the citation number if known, and a self-addressed stamped envelope. The clerk mails back a printed record. A small copy fee applies per page. Mail requests take longer than online or phone lookups because of postal delivery time.
Time Limits and Deadlines for Levy County Tickets
Florida law gives every driver a set window to respond to a traffic ticket. The deadline starts on the date the officer writes the citation. Missing the deadline triggers extra fees and can lead to a license suspension. Levy County follows the same statewide rules as the other 66 Florida counties.
The 30-Day Response Window
Florida Statute 318.14 sets a 30-day deadline for responding to a noncriminal traffic ticket. Drivers can pay the fine, elect traffic school, or request a hearing within this window. The clock starts on the date printed on the citation, not the date the ticket arrives in the mail. The 30th day must be a business day, or the deadline rolls over to the next business day. Citations take 5 to 10 business days to appear in the Levy County system after the officer writes them.
Late Fees and What Happens Next
Once the 30 days pass without a response, the clerk adds a $16 late fee to the case. The clerk then reports the unpaid ticket to DHSMV. DHSMV mails a suspension notice to the driver’s address on file. The driver has 20 days from the date of that notice to pay the full amount before the suspension takes effect. The clerk stops accepting partial payments once the case enters the suspension pipeline.
License Suspension Timeline
Florida Statute 318.15 controls the suspension process. The clerk reports the unpaid case to DHSMV after the 30-day window closes. DHSMV then mails a notice that gives the driver 20 more days to resolve the case. If the driver still does not pay, the license is suspended. The suspension stays on the Florida driving record for seven years. The driver must pay all fines and fees to the clerk, pay a $60 reinstatement fee to DHSMV, and pass any required tests before the license becomes valid again.
Fine Amounts and Court Costs
Levy County traffic fines come from a single statewide table set by Florida Statute 318.18. The clerk adds court costs and required surcharges to each base fine. The total printed on the citation already includes every required cost, so the number on the ticket is the amount the driver owes.
Standard Moving Violation Fines
A regular moving violation in Levy County starts at $60 for the base fine. Court costs add $35, and state surcharges push the total higher. The exact total depends on the specific charge. The table below shows common Levy County moving violation totals before any traffic school reduction.
| Violation Type | Base Fine | Court Costs | Approximate Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular moving violation | $60 | $35 | $116+ |
| Speeding 1 to 14 over | $60 – $115 | $35 | $116+ |
| Speeding 15 or more over | $125 – $250 | $35 | $181+ |
| No proof of insurance | $60 | $35 | $116+ |
| Running a stop sign | $60 | $35 | $116+ |
School Zone and Construction Zone Doubling
Florida law doubles the base fine for any moving violation committed in an active school zone or construction zone. A $100 speeding ticket in a school zone near a Bronson elementary school jumps to $200 before court costs. The same rule applies in marked construction zones on US 19 or US 27A when workers are present. The ticket itself shows the doubled amount, so drivers see the full total on the citation.
Speeding Fine Schedule
Speeding tickets in Levy County scale based on how fast the driver was going over the limit. The clerk applies the base fine from the statewide schedule, then adds the standard $35 in court costs. Drivers going 30 or more miles per hour over the posted limit cannot elect traffic school. Drivers going 16 or more miles per hour over the limit receive 4 points on their license. Drivers going 1 to 15 over receive 3 points.
Three Options After a Levy County Traffic Ticket
Every driver who gets a noncriminal Levy County traffic ticket has three legal choices. The choice must be made within 30 days. Each option has its own cost, point impact, and time commitment.
Pay the Fine
Paying the fine is the fastest way to close a Levy County traffic case. The driver sends the total amount to the clerk, the case is marked as paid, and the file is closed. A paid ticket counts as a conviction under Florida law. DHSMV adds 3 points for a regular moving violation or 4 points for speeding 16 or more over the limit. Twelve points in 12 months triggers a 30-day license suspension regardless of which county the tickets came from. Insurance rates often rise after points are added to a driving record.
Elect Traffic School
Traffic school is the most popular option for Levy County drivers. The driver calls 352-486-5266 within 30 days and asks for the Basic Driver Improvement course. The fine drops by 18 percent under Florida Statute 318.14. The driver completes an approved four-hour course within 90 days and submits the certificate to the clerk. The court withholds adjudication, so no points go on the Florida driving record. CDL holders cannot elect traffic school, and neither can drivers caught going 30 or more miles per hour over the speed limit.
Contest the Ticket in Court
Contesting the ticket means asking for a hearing before a Levy County judge. The driver pleads not guilty, and the clerk schedules a court date. The driver can hire a traffic attorney or argue the case personally. The officer who wrote the ticket must show up and testify. If the judge dismisses the case, no fine and no points apply. If the judge rules against the driver, the fine can go up to $500 for a regular moving violation, plus court costs.
License Suspension and Reinstatement Details
An unpaid Levy County ticket can put a Florida license on hold. The suspension process runs through DHSMV, and only the driver can stop it by paying the full amount owed. Drivers who keep driving on a suspended license face criminal charges in Florida.
How the Suspension Process Works
The clerk reports the unpaid case to DHSMV after the 30-day deadline passes. DHSMV mails a notice to the driver’s last address on file. The notice gives the driver 20 days to pay the full balance. The suspension takes effect on day 21. The status appears on the driver’s record at the MyDMV Portal and stays there for seven years. Driving during the suspension is a second-degree misdemeanor in Florida.
Paying to Stop or Reverse the Suspension
Drivers can pay the Levy County clerk at any time before the suspension takes effect to stop the process. Once DHSMV marks the license as suspended, the driver must pay the clerk the full balance, pay DHSMV a $60 reinstatement fee, and may need to pay additional fees. The driver can check the status through the MyDMV Portal at mydmvportal.flhsmv.gov or by calling DHSMV at 850-617-2000. Reinstatement is not instant and can take a few business days after payment.
Driving on a Suspended License
Florida treats driving on a suspended license as a criminal traffic offense. A first offense is a second-degree misdemeanor, with up to 60 days in jail and a $500 fine. A third or later offense becomes a third-degree felony, with up to 5 years in prison and a $5,000 fine. Every Levy County driver should clear any open tickets before getting behind the wheel.
Traffic School Details for Levy County Drivers
Traffic school lets a driver keep a ticket off the public driving record. The course is short, online options exist, and the deadline is clear. The state approves every course provider, and the Levy County clerk accepts certificates from any approved school.
Basic Driver Improvement Course
The Basic Driver Improvement course is the standard traffic school option for Levy County drivers. The course runs four hours and costs between $20 and $50 on top of the reduced fine. Drivers can take the course online from home or attend an in-person class at a Florida location. The Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles website lists every approved BDI provider in the state. Each provider offers the same core content approved by the state.
Eligibility Rules
Not every driver can elect traffic school. CDL holders cannot use traffic school for any civil traffic citation. Drivers caught going 30 or more miles per hour over the speed limit cannot elect traffic school. A driver can only elect traffic school five times in a lifetime. The clerk checks the lifetime count before approving the election. A driver with a criminal traffic charge cannot elect traffic school for that charge.
Submitting the Completion Certificate
After passing the course, the driver prints the completion certificate. Some schools send the certificate to the Levy County clerk automatically. Other schools leave that step to the driver. The certificate must reach the clerk within 90 days of the election. A quick call to 352-486-5266 confirms the clerk received the certificate. A missing certificate results in points being added to the license and the full fine becoming due again.
Official Forms and Documents
Levy County publishes many of its court forms online. Drivers can download these PDFs and print them at home. The forms cover everything from traffic school election to record requests.
Common Forms Available Online
The clerk’s online forms page at levyclerk.com/departments-services/court-services/online-forms/ lists the most common court forms. The Levy County Form Center at levycounty.org/FormCenter also holds general county forms. Drivers should download the latest version of each form before filling it out. Forms for traffic cases include the traffic school election request, the plea of not guilty form, the record request form, and the financial affidavit for drivers who cannot pay the full fine.
Traffic Department Specific Forms
The traffic department page at levyclerk.com/departments-services/court-services/traffic-department/ posts forms tied to citations. These forms cover driver improvement school election, written declaration of innocence for camera tickets, and motions to extend payment deadlines. Drivers should call the clerk at 352-486-5266 if a form is missing from the website. The clerk can email or mail a copy on request.
Nearby Counties and Jurisdiction
Levy County sits along the Gulf Coast in North Central Florida. Tickets issued on county border roads can confuse drivers about which clerk to contact. The rule is simple: the ticket is paid in the county where the officer wrote it.
Neighboring Florida Counties
Levy County borders Alachua, Citrus, Dixie, Gilchrist, and Marion counties. Drivers stopped on US 19 near the Citrus County line, on US 27A near Gilchrist, or on State Road 24 near Alachua should read the citation carefully. The county name printed at the top of the ticket is the only clerk that can accept payment. Tickets cannot be transferred between counties. Levy County falls in the 8th Judicial Circuit, along with Alachua, Baker, Bradford, Gilchrist, and Union counties.
Levy County Clerk Image of Court Records Portal
The image below shows the Levy County Clerk of Court website where traffic ticket records are managed. Drivers can use the website to access forms, look up records, and learn about payment options.
Frequently Asked Questions
The questions below cover the most common concerns Levy County drivers raise about traffic ticket records. Each answer uses the latest available rules, statutes, and contact data from the Levy County Clerk of Court, the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, and the Florida Statutes. Anyone facing a unique situation should still call the clerk at 352-486-5266 for case-specific help.
How Long Does It Take for a New Levy County Citation to Show Up Online?
Levy County citations take 5 to 10 business days to appear in the clerk’s online system after the officer writes the ticket. The data entry team at the Bronson courthouse must scan the citation, enter the case into the database, and post the file to the public portal. Drivers who try to look up a ticket the day after the stop will not find it yet. The 30-day deadline still runs from the date printed on the paper citation, not from the date the ticket appears online. Drivers who want to act fast should not wait for the online record to show up before making a payment or election.
Can a Driver Pay a Levy County Ticket in a Different County?
No. A Levy County traffic ticket must be paid to the Levy County Clerk of Court in Bronson. No other clerk, no other court, and no other county office has the authority to accept payment for a Levy County citation. Drivers who try to pay the same ticket in Alachua, Citrus, or any other Florida county will have their payment rejected and the case will still be open. Drivers who live in another county or another state can use the online portal at PayFLClerk.com or mail a payment to P.O. Box 610, Bronson, FL 32621 to clear the case from a distance.
What Happens If a Driver Misses the 30-Day Deadline?
The clerk adds a $16 late fee to the case once the 30-day window closes. The clerk then reports the unpaid case to DHSMV. DHSMV mails a suspension notice to the driver, and the driver has 20 more days to pay before the license is suspended. The suspension stays on the Florida driving record for seven years. The driver must pay the full amount owed to the Levy County clerk, pay DHSMV a $60 reinstatement fee, and pass any required tests before the license is valid again. Driving on a suspended license is a criminal offense in Florida.
Does Electing Traffic School Hide the Ticket Completely?
Traffic school withholds adjudication, which means no conviction is entered on the public driving record. No points go on the license, and most insurance companies do not raise rates for a withheld adjudication. The case still appears in the Levy County court file, and law enforcement can see the disposition. CDL holders cannot use this option, and drivers caught going 30 or more miles per hour over the limit cannot use it either. The driver must complete the four-hour Basic Driver Improvement course and submit the certificate to the clerk within 90 days.
Can a Driver Look Up Someone Else’s Levy County Traffic Ticket?
Florida court records are public records under state law. Anyone can search the Levy County online portal for a traffic case by name, citation number, or date. The portal shows the charge, the case status, the court date, and the disposition. The portal does not show a driver’s license number, date of birth, or Social Security number. Bulk record requests for commercial purposes must be sent to the clerk in writing and may require a signed records request form. Some sealed or expunged cases are not visible to the public.
How Does a Driver Reinstate a License After a Levy County Suspension?
The driver must first pay the full amount owed to the Levy County clerk. Then the driver pays DHSMV a $60 reinstatement fee online, by mail, or at a DHSMV office. The driver may also need to pay a license reissue fee and show proof of insurance. The full payment clears the Levy County case file, and DHSMV removes the suspension code from the driving record. Reinstatement can take a few business days after the last payment. The driver can check the status at the MyDMV Portal or by calling 850-617-2000.