Seminole County Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller
Filing information for Seminole County Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller in Sanford, FL. Part of the Seminole County small claims court system.
Small claims in Florida — the numbers that apply at this court
$8,000
maximum claim
from $55
filing fee (published, varies by claim)
4–5 yrs
filing deadline by claim type
Yes
e-filing accepted
Published court information — verify before acting. See the full Florida small claims guide · The form that starts a case: every field explained.
Courthouse Details
Seminole County Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller
Criminal Justice Center, 101 Eslinger Way
Sanford, FL 32773
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 8099
Sanford, FL 32772
Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00AM - 4:30PM
Area Served
All of Seminole County
How to File at Seminole County Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller
E-filing available
This court accepts electronic filing for small claims cases.
Note: E-filing is available through the Florida Courts e-Filing Portal.
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? Seminole County has 2 courts.
See all 2 courts in Seminole County →Small claims rules in Florida
How much you can sue for
Individuals can sue for up to $8,000.
Limit excludes costs, interest, and attorneys' fees
Deadline to file (statute of limitations)
5 yrs written contract · 4 yrs oral contract · 4 yrs property damage · 4 yrs personal injury
Common questions
How much does it cost to file a small claims case at Seminole County Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller?
Filing fees in Florida are set by the state and run from $55 to $400, depending on how much you're claiming. If you can't afford the fee, Florida offers a fee waiver — ask the clerk how to apply. Fees change, so confirm the current amount with the court clerk before you file.
What's the most I can sue for in Seminole County?
Small claims cases in Seminole County are limited to $8,000. If your claim is worth more than that, you either have to bring it in a different court or give up the amount above the limit to stay in small claims. The clerk can confirm which court fits your claim.
Can I file online at Seminole County Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller?
Electronic filing exists here, but the record indicates it isn't open to people representing themselves — it's for attorneys. Plan to file in person or by mail, and ask the clerk whether that's still the case.
Where is Seminole County Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller, and when is it open?
Seminole County Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller is at Criminal Justice Center, 101 Eslinger Way, Sanford, FL 32773. Posted hours: Monday - Friday 8:00AM - 4:30PM. Phone: (407) 665-4300. Hours change around holidays and court closures — call ahead before you travel.
Do I have to have a lawyer to file in Sanford?
Small claims court is built for people representing themselves, and most filers do exactly that. Whether an attorney may appear varies by state — the state guide linked on this page covers the rule where you are, and the clerk can confirm it.
Answers reflect published court data. Court rules and fees change — the clerk is always the authoritative source.