Lakeland Government Center
Filing information for Lakeland Government Center in Lakeland, FL. Part of the Polk County small claims court system.
E-Filing
✓ Available
Max Claim
$8,000
Courthouse Details
Lakeland Government Center
930 E. Parker St.
Lakeland, FL 33801
Mailing Address
930 E. Parker St., Room 240
Lakeland, FL 33801
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Area Served
All of Polk County
How to File at Lakeland Government Center
E-filing available
This court accepts electronic filing for small claims cases.
Note: E-filing is available through the statewide portal. The Polk County Clerk also offers an interactive Do-It-Yourself (DIY) service through TurboCourt to prepare and submit cases.
File in person
Bring your completed forms to the courthouse during business hours.
File by mail
Most small claims courts accept filing by mail — check with this court first. Typically you mail your completed forms with the filing fee plus a self-addressed stamped envelope for your returned copies.
Ready to get your money back?
A demand letter often settles disputes before a case is ever filed — and it only takes a few minutes.
Read the demand letter guideWrong court? Polk County has 3 courts.
See all 3 courts in Polk County →For statewide rules, see the full Florida small claims court guide →