Official Records Search (2024)

Clerk Miller is thrilled and honored to proudly present these invaluable historical documents which represent our history all the way back to 1905. Some of our older documents, now accessible online for the public's exploration and enlightenment, encapsulate the essence of bygone eras, preserving the wisdom, struggles, and triumphs of our forebearers for future generations to cherish. With great care, we have digitized and curated these treasures, breaking down barriers of time and space to make them available at the click of a button. This initiative marks a significant step towards democratizing knowledge, allowing individuals from all walks of life to delve into the annals of history, fostering a deeper understanding of our shared past and shaping a more informed and connected global community. As custodians of this cultural heritage, we take immense pride in opening these virtual doors to a world of historical richness, encouraging curiosity, research, and a renewed appreciation for the tapestry of human experience.

We are still working on this expansive project and it will take a few years to make all of your documents available online; this is the first step. When you click the link to search, you will find deed records from 1905 through 1960. You are also able to search official records from 1990 to present. Stay tuned for additional projects in this coming year.

The Recording Department is responsible for recording all official records in St. Lucie County. Official Records consist of liens, plats, certificates of title, mortgages, lis pendens, marriage licenses, deeds, judgments, death certificates, military discharges, and more. Documents dating back to 1990 are available online.

See for the current fees and accepted payments. Visit the Forms page for a complete list of available Recording forms. For information on recording documents electronically, please visit the E-Recording page. Recording a new deed may impact your property tax exemptions. Please visit the Property Appraiser’s website for more information.

Purchase Official Records Books

Get Official Records electronically certified with Clerk E-Certify. The service uses advanced encrypted features to produce tamperproof PDF documents. Seefor the service fees and accepted payments. E-certified records can be reused, unlike paper certifications. Any documents recorded in the county’s official records and viewable online are available for e-certification. Confidential documents that are hidden from the web can be requested online or by visiting the Clerk’s office in person. Additional service fees apply.

Purchase E-Certified Official Records

Request E-Certified Confidential Records

Do NOT record documents with Social Security, bank account, or debit/credit card numbers unless expressly required by law (F.S. 119.0714). Confidential numbers included in an Official Record may be made available to the public, and the Clerk is not liable for the inadvertent release of these numbers.

If you are a public employee who qualifies to have your confidential information redacted from public records, or if a confidential number is visible on an Official record, please complete the Redaction Request for Confidentiality form to have it removed from the public record.

Redaction Request for Confidentiality form

Contact Recording

For information on sealing or expunging records, visit theFlorida Department of Law Enforcement’s website. To view older records or conduct more in-depth searches, please contact the Research Department at 772-462-6930.

Florida Department of Law Enforcement

Certain case documents are not viewable on the internet (F.S. 28.2221 5a). You must create an account or visit the office to view these documents.

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Titles to real property may be changed by recording a new deed from the current owners (grantor) to the new owners (grantee).

This deed must be:

1. Signed by the present owners
2. Have two witnesses to the grantor's signature
3. Notarized and embossed with a notary seal and the notary’s commission expiration date

All deeds must contain the grantor's and grantee's address and filed with the required fees at the Clerk’s office.

If a married couple owns property jointly and one becomes deceased, a certified copy of the death certificate must be recorded with the Clerk's office. The Property Appraiser will then be notified to change the tax roll to show the survivor as sole owner.

All documents presented for recording must be accompanied by a self-addressed, stamped envelope for the return of the documents. Documents may be delivered to the Clerk’s main office or mailed to:

Clerk and Comptroller, St. Lucie County
Recording Department
P.O. Box 700
Fort Pierce, FL 34954

The Clerk’s office cannot provide legal advice or any assistance with the completion of forms.

• Declaration of Domicile
• Documents Not Accepted for E-Recording
• Redaction Request for Confidentiality
  *Click on the link for a full listing of those eligible for redactions*
• Stamps Template for Filings

How do I remove or add a name to the deed of my property?

In order to make any changes to a deed, a new document must be prepared and recorded. The Clerk's office does not provide forms or fill them out. When the new document is completed, it is then brought to the Clerk's office to be recorded. Recording a new deed may impact your property tax exemptions. Please visit theProperty Appraiser’s websitefor more information.

My husband or wife is deceased. How do I take their name off of the house (deed)?

If the property is owned jointly, a death certificate can be recorded to clear the title. By recording the death certificate, anyone searching the property can see the person is deceased, and the remaining spouse is the sole owner. Per Florida statute, the death certificate cannot show the cause of death, and cannot be altered or covered up.

How long is it after I bring a document to be recorded before I get it back in the mail?

All documents are recorded upon receipt. They must then be indexed, verified and scanned to appear on public records before they are mailed back to the customer. The turn-around time is normally seven to ten days.