Lake County Government Phones

Lake County is a fast-growing part of Central Florida with a population near 395,000 and its county seat in Tavares. The county sits in the 5th Judicial Circuit and uses the 352 area code. Lake County runs a full government with dozens of departments, and every office phone number is a public record under Florida law. This page covers the main contacts for the Lake County phone directory and explains how to find any number you need, whether it is the clerk, the property appraiser, or any other county department.

Lake County Government Contacts

Lake County government operates from offices in Tavares and several other locations around the county. The Board of County Commissioners sets policy and oversees county departments. With about 395,000 residents, Lake County is large enough to have a well-staffed government with clear phone lines for each department. The county website lists most office contacts, but calling the main county number is still the fastest way to reach someone if you are not sure which office to try.

The Clerk of the Circuit Court is the top records office in the Lake County phone directory. The main phone number is (352) 742-4100. The clerk's website has a full phone directory and online search tools. This office handles court filings, official records like deeds and liens, marriage licenses, public records requests, and more. The clerk's office serves the 5th Judicial Circuit cases in Lake County. If you need a copy of any filed document, the clerk is where you start. They also handle jury services and passport applications.

Other major offices include the Property Appraiser, Tax Collector, Sheriff, and Supervisor of Elections. Each one has its own phone number and often runs branch offices in Clermont, Leesburg, and other cities across the county. All of these contacts are public records under Chapter 119 of the Florida Statutes. You can get any government phone number without explaining why you want it.

Search Lake County Records Online

Lake County offers some online search tools through the clerk's website, and the state of Florida provides additional resources that cover the county. Using both together gives you the broadest access to records.

The MyFlorida 411 directory lists phone numbers for every state agency in Florida. Search by agency name to find state offices that serve the Lake County area. This is useful for reaching the Department of Health, Department of Revenue, or other state agencies with regional offices near Tavares.

The 411 directory is the state's official phone lookup tool. It gets updated when offices move or numbers change, so it stays current. The state also runs an information center at 1-866-693-6748 and 850-488-1234 if you need help finding the right agency. For Lake County residents, many state offices are in the Orlando or Ocala area, which are both close by.

The Florida public records check tool searches multiple state databases at once. It can find records tied to Lake County residents and businesses that may not show up in the county clerk's search tool.

This tool works well for state-level records like business filings, corporate documents, and data held by agencies other than the county clerk. It is free and does not require an account or login.

Lake County Court Phone Numbers

Lake County is part of the 5th Judicial Circuit, which also covers Citrus, Hernando, Marion, and Sumter counties. The circuit court in Tavares handles felonies, major civil cases, family law, and probate. The county court covers misdemeanors, small claims, traffic, and ordinance violations. Both courts operate from the Lake County Courthouse in Tavares.

Call the Clerk of the Circuit Court for court records and case information. The clerk maintains all files for cases in both the circuit and county courts. You can request case details by phone, in person at the courthouse, or through the clerk's online search tools. Court records are public in Florida with the usual exceptions for sealed, confidential, and juvenile cases.

The 5th Circuit handles a lot of cases across five counties. Judges rotate between courthouses, and the circuit administrative office coordinates scheduling. If you need to find out about a hearing date or judge assignment in Lake County, call the clerk's office. They deal with these questions all day and can look it up fast. This kind of information is public under Chapter 119.

Property and Tax Office Contacts

The Lake County Property Appraiser keeps records on all real property in the county. Call this office for questions about assessed values, ownership history, homestead exemptions, or parcel maps. The appraiser's office is in Tavares and runs an online search tool where anyone can look up property data for free.

The Tax Collector handles tax payments, vehicle registrations, driver licenses, and hunting and fishing licenses. This office has multiple branch locations across Lake County in cities like Clermont, Leesburg, and Lady Lake. Each branch has its own phone number. If you are not sure which location to call, start with the main office and they will route you.

Both offices fall under the Lake County phone directory and their contacts are public records. You can request copies of tax bills, assessments, and exemption documents from either office. Florida law typically makes the first 30 minutes of staff time free for records requests. If your request takes longer, they will give you a cost estimate before starting the work.

How to Find Lake County Phone Numbers

Lake County has enough departments and branch offices that finding the right number can take a moment. Here are the best ways to get what you need:

• Call the Lake County offices in Tavares and ask for the department
• Check the county website for the staff directory
• Use the MyFlorida 411 directory at 411.myflorida.gov for state agencies
• Call the Florida State Info Center at 1-866-693-6748
• Search the state records tool at stateofflorida.com/public-records-check

Lake County is big enough that some departments have separate phone trees. If you get stuck in an automated system, try pressing zero or saying "operator" to get a live person. The clerk's office is usually the most responsive. For state agencies, the 411 directory is faster than calling the state info line, but both work.

All government phone numbers in Lake County are public under Chapter 119 of the Florida Statutes. You can ask for any contact without giving your name or a reason. If you want a full list of all county department numbers, file a public records request. Paper copies may cost a small fee, but the lookup itself is free.

Professional Licensing Lookups

Florida maintains statewide licensing records that cover Lake County professionals. The Department of State lists all licensing boards at dos.fl.gov. From contractors to healthcare workers to real estate agents, each profession has its own licensing board with a search tool and phone number.

If you need to verify that someone in Lake County holds a valid license, search through the relevant state board. These records are public and free to access. You can also call the board directly if you have questions about a license status or want to check for disciplinary actions.

Key Lake County Department Numbers

These are the primary contacts in the Lake County phone directory. The clerk's office in Tavares handles most record-related calls. For state agencies in the area, the MyFlorida 411 tool is the quickest option. Lake County offices can get busy during peak hours, so calling first thing in the morning or right after lunch tends to give you the shortest wait. The clerk's office is open on weekdays during normal business hours.

Cities in Lake County

Lake County includes Tavares, Clermont, Leesburg, Eustis, Mount Dora, Lady Lake, and many other cities and towns. Tavares is the county seat. Clermont has grown rapidly and is now one of the largest cities in the county. None of the cities in Lake County currently have a dedicated page on this site, but all their offices are reachable through the county directory or each city's own website. City phone numbers are public records under Florida law. Call the county or the city hall in Tavares for any municipal contact.

Nearby County Phone Directories

Lake County is in Central Florida, west of Orlando. The following neighbors have phone directory pages on this site:

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