Official Search Methods
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) provides a public access system via their Florida Criminal Information Center (FCIC) Public Records Search Page. This database:
- Updates every 24 hours
- Contains information on active warrants throughout the state
- Requires basic information such as first name, last name, race, sex, and date of birth
County-Level Resources
Each county has its own warrant search options:
Sheriff's Office Databases
- Many county sheriff's offices offer online warrant search systems
- These databases often provide more detailed local information
- Major counties like Hillsborough, Pinellas, and Pasco have dedicated warrant search tools
Clerk of Courts
- County courthouse clerks can assist with warrant information
- Useful for locating warrants related to:Probation violationsFailure to appearCapias warrants
Types of Warrants Available
The FDLE database includes various warrant types:
- Outstanding criminal arrest warrants
- Failure to appear (FTA) capias
- Bench warrants
- Direct file arrest warrants
- Fugitive or extradition warrants
- Violation of probation warrants
Few Points
- Warrants do not expire
- The FDLE database may not display all active warrants immediately
- If you suspect a warrant may exist, consulting a criminal defense attorney is recommended
- Never confront someone about their warrant; contact authorities instead
Safety Note
If you discover an active warrant for yourself, be aware that contacting law enforcement could result in immediate arrest. I would like to let you know that working with a legal professional can help resolve the situation in a safe manner.
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