Searching Martin County: what to expect
Martin County runs a real online records operation — 5 of the sources below are the county's own, alongside the statewide systems. No online docket is listed for the county itself; the Florida court records page maps the alternatives, and the clerk fills direct requests. Two local sources do most of the work — frd-scanner.martin.fl.us for the sheriff's side — jail roster and inmate lookups, pamartinfl.gov for parcel and property-tax data. One gap: vital records aren't published by the county itself. Use the Florida vital records page for those.
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Last reviewed: June 04, 2026 · Methodology: all Martin County record-source URLs verified against the official local and Florida state publishers on the review date. 5 primary .gov / official sources cited below.
Martin County — Key Numbers (2026)
Population, demographics, and county-seat data for Martin County, Florida — verified against U.S. Census 2024 estimates.
165,666
Population
Census estimate
66,724
Households
Census estimate
$77,894
Median income
Annual household
$359,200
Median home value
Census ACS
Stuart
County seat
In Florida
Criminal records
5 sources
Court records
2 sources
Wants & warrants
see state portal
Property records
5 sources
Vital records
see state portal
Voter records
see state portal
Professional licenses
1 source
Recorded documents
see state portal
Count of verified official sources per record type. Multiple sources One source Use state portal
Martin County Records at a Glance
| Record type | Martin County verified sources |
|---|---|
| Court records | Glades County OCRS Martin - Florida Courts |
| Criminal records | Arrests Martin |
| Wants & warrants | |
| Property records | Martin County Property Appraiser - Property & Map Search… Property Tax - Martin County Tax Collector |
| Vital records | Certificates & Records - Florida Department of Health |
| Voter records | State of Florida Voter Lookup | Search |
| Professional licenses | Do I Need a Building Permit? | Martin County Florida |
Count of officially verified .gov / .us record sources cataloged for Martin County. Sources reviewed June 04, 2026.
What Changed in 2026 — Martin County Records
2026
Martin County official government portal active
The official Martin County government website at www.martin.fl.us continues to serve as the canonical local source.
2026
Martin County court records portal verified
State court system links for Martin County verified against the Florida judiciary portal in 2026.
2026
Martin County criminal records access
State criminal records repository for Martin County (statewide system, not county-specific) confirmed active in 2026.
2026
Martin County property records online
Martin County property assessment and recorder office online portal active in 2026.
The 4-Step Martin County Records Pathway
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Step 1 — Start at the Martin County clerk/courthouse
For most local records (court cases, property deeds, marriage licenses), the Martin County clerk's office is the first stop.
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Step 2 — Use the Florida statewide systems
Criminal background, court case search, voter registration, and professional licensing are all run at the Florida state level — not by the county.
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Step 3 — Federal sources for federal records
Federal court cases (PACER), federal tax liens (IRS), military records (NPRC), and immigration data (ICE) are all federal — not held by the county.
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Step 4 — Cross-check before relying on data
Most county portals lag 24-48 hours behind the courthouse. For time-sensitive verification, call the clerk directly.
Five Things People Get Wrong About Martin County Records
MYTH"Martin County maintains all criminal records."
FACTCriminal records for Martin County are held by the Florida state repository, NOT the county. The county sheriff has only the local arrest log.
MYTH"Records sealed in Martin County are gone everywhere."
FACTSealing removes records from public search but they still exist at the courthouse and may appear in FBI records (Identity History Summary).
MYTH"Free 'instant background' sites have Martin County data."
FACTOnly the official Florida state repository has verified, current Martin County data. Free sites often have stale data.
MYTH"The Martin County assessor's value is what I'll sell my home for."
FACTThe Martin County assessor's value is for property tax purposes only — usually below market value.
MYTH"All county records older than 50 years are public."
FACTPartially false. Public-records rules vary by record type AND state. Court records and deeds are usually older-public; vital records remain restricted longer (often 75-125 years).
Primary Sources and Official Record Portals
- www.martin.fl.us — Official Martin County government website
- www.flcourts.gov — Court records — official source
- frd-scanner.martin.fl.us — Criminal records — official source
- www.pamartinfl.gov — Property records — official source
- fbi.gov — FBI Identity History Summary (federal record)
Related — Martin County & Florida Records
For records not specific to Martin County, use Florida's statewide system or the national hub.
📍 Florida statewide record systems:
- Florida Court Records →
- Florida Criminal Records →
- Florida Property Records →
- Florida Vital Records →
- Florida Voter Records →
- Florida Wants & Warrants →
- Florida Licenses →
- Florida Recorded Documents →
🇺🇸 National hubs:
Related Public Records
Florida statewide records: Court records · Criminal records · Wants & warrants · Property records · Vital records · Voter records · Licenses · Recorded docs
National directories: Court records · Criminal records · Property records · Vital records · Federal databases
Skip the directory — step-by-step Florida guides that use these databases:
About Martin County, Florida
Martin County is located in southeastern Florida. The county seat is Stuart (official site: http://www.martin.fl.us/).
- Population: 165,666
- Households: 66,724
- Median household income: $77,894
- Median home value: $359,200
- Below poverty line: 10.5%
- Land area: 543.8 sq mi
- Population density: 304.6 people / sq mi
- Public libraries indexed: 7
- NCES schools indexed: 38
Arrests
Official Free
Current inmate roster for Martin County, Florida, published by the sheriff's office. Booking information is public record in nearly every state, and this feed comes straight from the jail's system.
Martin
Official Free
The sheriff's side of Martin County record-keeping — bookings, incident reports, and records requests start here. If a link breaks, the office homepage at frd-scanner.martin.fl.us carries the new path.
Department of Corrections | Martin County Sheriff's Office, FL
Official Free
The Martin County Jail is a 696-bed maximum-security facility that ensures public safety through incarceration and supervision of inmates. Inmates from diverse ethnic and socioeconomic groups enter the Martin County Jail for criminal charges ranging from civil infractions to capital offenses.
911 Communications & Dispatch Unit | Martin County Sheriff's Office, FL
Official Free
The public will be able to make voice, text, or video emergency "calls" from any communications device via Internet Protocol-based networks. The excitement is what many of the Dispatchers love about their job. Every day is different and you never know what the day will bring. It is through their dedication and commitment to excellence that they proudly serve the citizens of Martin County and the members or the Martin County Sheriff's Office.
Florida Department of Law Enforcement
Official Free
A variety of law enforcement training programs are housed within FDLE including officer mandatory retraining, Florida’s Analyst Academy and Florida’s Criminal Justice Executive Institute.
Recent Bookings | Martin County Sheriff's Office, FL
Official Free
Law-enforcement records for Martin County route through this office. It sits outside government; official offices remain the record of authority.
Martin County Property Appraiser - Property & Map Searches Disclaimer
Official Free
This information was compiled by the Martin County Property Appraiser's office for the governmental purpose of property assessment. It should not be relied upon as a determination of the ownership of property or market value. No warranties, express or implied, are provided for the accuracy.
Property Tax - Martin County Tax Collector
Official Free
Pay bills online in a few simple clicks. Manage and make payments in one convenient platform anytime, anywhere.
MC Property Info Search
Official Free
Use the search options below to find detailed information about any property located in Martin County. You may search by: Owner Name, Address, Account Number, or Parcel Control Number (PCN).
Florida | Offender Registration Locations (PDF)
Official Free
FDLE's current list of sex-offender registration sites — the agencies, days, and hours where registrants report in each Florida county.
Glades County OCRS
Official Free
Online Court Records Search · NOTICE: SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE: This site will undergo planned maintenance on Saturday, May 16, 2026, between 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM Eastern Time. During this window, you may experience intermittent service disruptions
Martin - Florida Courts
Official Free
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Do I Need a Building Permit? | Martin County Florida
Official Free
Permit and license lookups for Martin County run through here. If a link breaks, the office homepage at martin.fl.us carries the new path.
Licensing Portal - License Search
Official Free
Licensing activity for Martin County is tracked through this source. It is independently run, so verify anything critical against the official license and permit office.
Certificates & Records - Florida Department of Health
Official Free
Alachua County Baker County Bay County Union County Volusia County Wakulla County Walton County Washington County Florida certificates are issued through the Bureau of Vital Statistics at the Department of Health
State of Florida Voter Lookup | Search
Official Free
Florida voter registration lookup, voter registration, voter statistics.
Voter Information - Martin County
Official Free
High School Students (Ages 16–18) You may Pre-register to vote in Florida starting at age 16. On your 18th birthday, you become eligible to vote. We partner with Martin County Publi. Obtain acceptable forms of identification. Information regarding major and minor political parties. Filter voter statistics by precinct, party, age, race, and gender.
Martin County Clerk | Official Website
Official Free
To fight back against property fraud and protect residents, the Martin County Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller has launched a new, free security service to personally alert the public to any such attacks on their property documents.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I look up court cases in Martin County?
Martin County court cases are searchable through the Martin - Florida Courts portal: https://www.flcourts.gov/Florida-Courts/Court-Locations/Martin. Florida also operates a state-level case lookup through the CCIS (Comprehensive Case Information System) system. For federal matters, see PACER.
Does an active warrant show up on a background check in Florida?
Yes. Active warrants in Florida appear on name-based criminal background checks through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement system the moment they are entered. Some employers also run a separate NCIC warrant query, which catches federal warrants as well.
How long does an arrest stay on my record in Florida if I wasn't convicted?
In Florida, an arrest stays on your record indefinitely unless you petition the court to seal or expunge it, even if charges were dropped or you were found not guilty. Florida's rules for clearing non-conviction records are stricter than for convictions — start with the Florida Department of Law Enforcement.
How do I run a Florida background check?
Florida background checks are handled by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement. Name-based searches are available through the official state portal (per-search fee applies). Fingerprint-based checks — required for licensing, foster care, and many employers — must be submitted through an approved vendor.