Public Records FAQ’s

How can I obtain a traffic crash report?

If the traffic crash occurred in Walton County, outside the city limits of DeFuniak Springs, you may submit a public records request to the Walton County Sheriff’s Office Records Department in person, online, by phone, or by email.

There are two locations you can visit in person to make a records request. Contact information for both is listed below:

Location 1:
Walton County Sheriff’s Office
37 S. 10th Street
DeFuniak Springs, FL 32433

Location 2:
Walton County Sheriff’s Office
10 Sheriff Circle
DeFuniak Springs, FL 32433

Phone: (850) 951-7008 ext. 3589
Email: [email protected]
Online Portal: www.FloridaCrashPortal.gov

If the traffic crash occurred within the city limits of DeFuniak Springs, you will need to contact the DeFuniak Springs Police Department.

DFSPD Address:
DeFuniak Springs Police Department
99 South 18 Street
DeFuniak Springs, FL 32435

DFSPD Phone: (850) 391-8455
DFSPD Website: https://www.defuniaksprings.net/187/City-Marshal-Police

If Florida Highway Patrol worked the traffic crash, please contact them for your crash report.

FHP Address:
Florida Highway Patrol
6030 County Road 2321
Panama City, FL 32404

FHP Phone: (850) 873-7020

How can I obtain a background check?

At your request, we can perform a local background check. Please provide the individual’s name and date of birth, along with any additional identifiers if available—such as race, sex, maiden name, or known aliases. Local background checks are provided free of charge.

Please note: This is a local background check and will only reflect an individual’s arrest history within Walton County, Florida.

For a statewide or nationwide search through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) CLICK HERE.

How do I obtain the disposition of an arrest?

Arrest dispositions are maintained by the Clerk of Court’s Office at the courthouse in DeFuniak Springs. This information will indicate whether the arrestee was found guilty, not guilty, or if adjudication was withheld.

To obtain this information, you may contact the Walton County Clerk of Court’s Office at (850) 892-8115 or perform a records search on their website at https://waltonclerk.com.

When do I pay for my records request?

Records requests are reviewed upon submission. If a fee applies, you will receive a cost estimate or total amount due. Payment is required before any records are released.

For more details, CLICK HERE.

Where is the public records office located?

In-person records requests may be made at either of the following Walton County Sheriff’s Office locations:

Location 1:
Walton County Sheriff’s Office
37 S. 10th Street
DeFuniak Springs, FL 32433

Location 2:
Walton County Sheriff’s Office
10 Sheriff Circle
DeFuniak Springs, FL 32433

When is the public records office open?

Both office locations are open Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, excluding holidays.

What are the lobby hours for the Walton County Sheriff’s Office and South Substation?

Both office locations are open Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, excluding holidays.

WCSO Main Office/Administration
10 Sheriff Circle
DeFuniak Springs, Florida 32433

WCSO South Substation
133 Sheriff’s Drive
Santa Rosa Beach, Florida 32459