Search Escambia County Records

Escambia County people search records are kept by government offices in Pensacola, the county seat located in the far western part of the Florida panhandle. The county sits on the Alabama border and has a population of around 320,000 people. Court records, property data, voter rolls, and law enforcement files are all open to the public under Florida's Chapter 119 public records law. Multiple county offices in Pensacola hold these records, and most of them have search tools you can use from home. This guide covers each office and how to use its records for a people search in Escambia County.

Escambia County Government Portal

The Escambia County official website is the starting point for any people search in the county. The site links to all county departments that keep public records. You can find permits, tax info, and public records through the main portal. The site also posts county news, events, and public safety updates. Use the search bar on the home page for quick access to any department or service.

The Escambia County Clerk of Courts, Property Appraiser, Tax Collector, and other offices shown below have a screenshot of the county's main website. The county government operates from 221 Palafox Place in Pensacola. Call (850) 432-1000 for general help or use the online contact form. Check for public records requests through the "Public Records Request" link or go straight to the Clerk's Office.

The official portal is updated often with new announcements and changes to county services. Bookmark it to keep track of any updates that affect how you search for people in Escambia County.

Escambia Clerk of Court Records

The Escambia County Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller keeps all court records in the county. This is the best office for a people search if you want court case data. You can search civil, criminal, probate, and family court case files online. The site has a Case Search feature on the home page. Type in a person's name to see if they have any cases on file.

The clerk also handles marriage licenses, document recording, and official certifications. If you want copies of court records, you can submit a request through the Document Request service online. You can also visit the office in person at 190 W. Government Street in Pensacola. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Call (850) 450-7500 for help. Register for an online portal account to view documents and track your requests.

Here is the Escambia County Clerk of Courts website where you can search for people by name through escambiaclerk.com.

Review the fee schedule before you submit any requests. The clerk charges for certified copies and some document services. Use the FAQs section on the site for step-by-step help with common procedures.

Escambia Property Records for People Search

The Escambia County Property Appraiser maintains records on all real property in the county. These records are helpful for a people search because they show who owns each parcel of land. Search by owner name, address, or parcel ID to find property details. The site shows current assessed values, tax info, and exemption status. A homestead exemption on a property can confirm that someone lives there as their main home.

The property appraiser also has interactive GIS mapping tools. You can view property boundaries on a map and click any parcel to see ownership data. Historical property values and past sales data are also on the site. This lets you trace when a property changed hands and for how much. The office is at 221 Palafox Place, Suite 220 in Pensacola. Call (850) 469-6000 for questions about property records.

Tax Records in Escambia County

The Escambia County Tax Collector processes property tax payments and vehicle services. Tax records show who paid taxes on a property. This data ties a name to a location. The tax collector's site lets you search and pay online. You can find payment histories, tax certificates, and lien info.

Property taxes are due November 1 each year. Pay early for a discount. The Tax Collector at 213 Palafox Place in Pensacola also handles driver licenses and vehicle registrations. Call (850) 470-5020 for help. Use only official payment portals for any transactions. These tax records are public and can help verify where a person lives or owns property in Escambia County.

Voter Registration People Search

The Escambia County Supervisor of Elections keeps voter registration records for all registered voters. These records show a person's name, address, and party affiliation. Under Article I, Section 24 of the Florida Constitution, voter records are public. You can check if someone is registered to vote in Escambia County and find their listed address.

The elections office also tracks absentee ballots and publishes election results. Candidate filings and campaign finance records are on the site too. The office is at 213 Palafox Place in Pensacola. Call (850) 474-8683 for help with voter record inquiries.

Escambia County Sheriff Records

The Escambia County Sheriff's Office handles law enforcement for the county. Its website has an inmate search tool where you can look up people by name. Arrest records, crime reports, and public safety info are all on the site. You can also submit anonymous crime tips online.

For a people search through law enforcement records, start with the inmate search feature. Then check for any public records requests you may want to file. The sheriff's office is at 1700 West Leonard Street in Pensacola. The non-emergency phone number is (850) 436-9620. Sign up for community alerts and follow the sheriff on social media for real-time updates in Escambia County. Community programs include neighborhood watch, citizen's academy, and youth outreach. These programs sometimes produce records that are also public.

How to Find Someone in Escambia County

The best way to find someone in Escambia County is to use multiple record sources. Each office holds a different kind of record. Court records come from the Clerk. Property data comes from the Property Appraiser. Tax records come from the Tax Collector. Voter data comes from Elections. Arrest records come from the Sheriff. Using all of these together gives you the most complete picture.

Florida's public records law under Section 28.222 requires the clerk to keep a full index of all recorded documents. This means every deed, lien, court order, and official paper filed in Escambia County is indexed by name. Search this index to find all documents tied to a specific person. Most online searches are free. Certified copies and document requests may have fees. Call the office you need before you visit to check costs and hours.

• Clerk of Court: case search by party name
• Property Appraiser: search by owner name or address
• Tax Collector: search by name or parcel number
• Supervisor of Elections: voter lookup by name
• Sheriff's Office: inmate search by name

Cities in Escambia County

Pensacola is the county seat and largest city in Escambia County. Other communities include Century, Cantonment, Ensley, Bellview, Brent, and Warrington. All people search records for these areas are kept by the same county offices listed above. Pensacola does not meet the population threshold for a separate city page.

Nearby Counties

These counties are near Escambia County. If you need to search for someone who may live near the border, check these county records too.