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How to E-File Court Documents in St. Lucie County

Original title: E-File Cases

court services e-filing legal procedures clerk of court

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The Frame

What this does

Residents involved in civil or family court cases can use the Florida Courts to submit documents remotely, potentially avoiding trips to the courthouse in Fort Pierce.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Attorneys

They are legally required to file or record all court documents electronically.

Self-represented litigants

They have the option to use the online portal to submit civil or family court documents or continue filing in person.

What changed

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Summary

The St. Lucie County Clerk of Court provides an online for attorneys and self-represented individuals to file legal documents electronically. While attorneys are legally required to use this system, members of the public may choose to use the portal or continue filing in person at the Clerk's office.

Key Facts

Attorneys are required by law to file or record documents electronically.
Members of the public representing themselves (pro se) in civil or family court may choose to use the E-Filing Portal or file in person.
Users must register for an account on the Florida Courts E-Filing Portal to submit documents online.
Documents submitted via the portal must be saved as PDF files.
The Clerk's office provides training videos, manuals, and business rules for St. Lucie County on their website.
The E-Filing Portal Help desk can be reached at 850-577-4609.
The Clerk's main office is located at 201 South Indian River Drive, Fort Pierce, FL 34950.
The Clerk's office hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding holidays.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I have to use the E-Filing portal?

No, only attorneys are required to use it. As a member of the public, you may still file documents in person at the Clerk's office.

What format should my documents be in?

Documents must be saved as a PDF before being uploaded to the .

Where can I get help if I have trouble with the portal?

You can access training videos and manuals on the website or call the Portal Help desk at 850-577-4609.

Why It Matters

Residents involved in civil or family court cases can use the Florida Courts to submit documents remotely, potentially avoiding trips to the courthouse in Fort Pierce.

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Mandatory Electronic Filing for Attorneys

The document explicitly notes that electronic filing is a legal requirement for attorneys, marking a shift away from paper-based legal practice.

Florida Courts E-Filing Portal

Connected Entities

locationSt. Lucie County“Jurisdiction for the court services described”Map →

personMichelle R. Miller“Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller for St. Lucie County”Map →

location201 South Indian River Drive“Physical address of the Clerk's main office”Map →

organizationFlorida Courts E-Filing Portal“The official website used for electronic document submission”Map →

Sources

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www.stlucieclerk.gov

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