The central location for criminal records can be found in the State of Florida is in the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (also known as the FDLE), Division of Criminal Justice Information.
This department not only maintains criminal history throughout the state but provides public access to criminal history information when requested. The Florida Legislature provides a high level of service to those requesting criminal history information, and as such, requires a $24.00 charge for public requests.
As of July 1, 2020, the FDLE no longer accepts orders via the U.S. mail. All requests must be made online at: Florida Criminal History Record Check.
Under Florida law, national and state criminal histories are available to government agencies for employment and licensing. You should reach out to the proper governing agency for the type of employment or license in which you have an interest. If you are considering working for any of kind of school, contacting the local school district is your best bet. Or, if you are interested in obtaining a concealed weapons permit, you would contact the Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services.
Types Of Crimes:
Misdemeanor
In the state of Florida, a misdemeanor is defined as a criminal offense that is punishable by a fine, probation, and/or incarceration in a county jail for up to one year. Examples of misdemeanors in Florida include offenses such as first-time DUI, possession of a small amount of marijuana, and simple battery. Like other states, the specific definitions of misdemeanors and the penalties associated with them in Florida are determined by state laws and may vary depending on the circumstances of the offense.
Felony
In the state of Florida, a felony is defined as a criminal offense that is punishable by a fine, probation, and/or incarceration in a state prison for more than one year. Examples of felonies in Florida include offenses such as murder, rape, and armed robbery. As with misdemeanors, the specific definitions of felonies and the penalties associated with them in Florida are determined by state laws and may vary depending on the circumstances of the offense. Felonies are generally considered to be more serious than misdemeanors, and they typically carry harsher penalties.
DUI
In the state of Florida, a DUI (driving under the influence) is a criminal offense that occurs when a person operates a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. The specific definition of a DUI in Florida, as well as the penalties associated with it, are outlined in the state's laws. In general, a person can be charged with a DUI in Florida if they are found to have a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.08% or higher while driving or in actual physical control of a vehicle. Penalties for a first-time DUI in Florida can include fines, probation, and up to six months in jail. Repeat offenses and/or cases involving high BAC levels or other aggravating factors may result in more severe penalties.
