Attorney Access FAQ

Below we have provided some of the most common asked questions regarding access and the application process.  We will continue to update this information as we go forward to provide the most up to date and relivant information as possible.

  • If you have an issue or question not coverted here please contact our Technical Services Division via email
  • If you are an existing account holder, please provide your Attorney Bar ID Number to help expedite your request

Common Questions Regarding Application Process and Access

Will Sumter County no longer provide free public access to Court Records Online?
Our office will continue to provide free access to both Public and Court Records online in the same fashion as has been previously provided. Return to Top
What access can I expect to have if I am NOT an Attorney and I request a Register User Account?
Registered access will allow you to view all Public documents plus non-confidential family, probate or mental health images.  This access does not immediately grant you access to the image(s).  If a document has not been cleared through our internal Quality Control process they can be requested to be unlocked.  A document marked as confidential or protected by Florida Statute will not be made accessible online. Return to Top
What is dedicated Attorney Access?

Pursuant to Administrative Order 15-18 all Florida counties will be providing dedicated Attorney Access to Court Records Online.  This will be a higher level of access than that of what is termed the "anonymous" or public access user. 

Attorney's of record will have full access to those case that they are party to with no legal redactions or limitations other than those stipulated in other Florida Statute.  If they are not Attorney of record, they will be granted the same level of access as a public user.

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How does this differ from my current MyFLCourtsAccess for E-Filing OR what if I am NOT the/an Attorney of Record?

General access through the ePortal provides availability to only those cases that you have submitted filing(s)  

The Attorney Access will give you access to all cases filed in Sumter County under these general parameters

  • IF you are Attorney of Record -  you will have open access to those cases, including non-redacted images made available as filings occur
  • IF you are NOT Attorney of Record - you will have public record access to those cases that have been deemed open for public records inspection.  Images will be viewable only if they have previously been processed through our Redaction Verification Process, or made available on your request
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What is required for Attorney Access?
You must complete the necessary forms and be in good standing with the Florida Bar.  Application forms and additional information can be found here Return to Top
How long does the application process take?

We have started processing applications. Due to the current high volume, it may take several days before you receive notification that your account is active.  

Once the initial wave is complete new users can expect to be activated within 48 to 72 hours after receipt of their application

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Can we submit more than one Attorney per agreement form?

No.  Pursuant to the Terms of Agreement and in accordance with AO 15-18, each Attorney and/or Party requesting access must complete, sign and return the original notarized form to our office for review and processing.

Applications submitted with additional Applicant names and/or Attorney Bar ID numbers will delay this process.

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If we plan to establish our office as a GateKeeper and manager or own users, do we need to submit a form for an individual Attorney?
No.  If you are setting up your Office/Agency with a GateKeeper and plan to manage your access account internally you only need to submit those required forms. The individual Attorney forms are just for single users. Return to Top