What are Palm Bay Public Records?
According to the Florida Public Records Law, public records may include information made or received in the transaction of official business by a government agency. Public records may exist as documents, maps, books, tapes, photographs, films, sound recordings, data processing software, or other material. However, access to some records may be restricted by law. Examples of exempted public records include:
- Examination questions administered by an agency for licensure, certification, or employment.
- Sealed bids or proposals
- Financial statements required for bidding
- Criminal intelligence and criminal investigative information
- A complaint of misconduct filed with an agency against an employee
- Private or public threat assessment records
- Medical information
- Employee social security numbers
- Records supplied by a telecommunications company containing subscriber information
- Building plans, blueprints, schematic drawings, and diagrams, which show the internal layout and structural elements of an arena, stadium, or other public structure
In addition to government agencies, public city records may be accessible from third-party websites. Record seekers may opt to use these non-governmental platforms to search for a specific record or multiple city records. However, users will need to provide enough information to assist with the search, such as:
- The address of the requestor
- A case number or file number (if known)
- The location of the document or person involved
- The name of the subject involved in the record (not juvenile)
- The last known or current address of the registrant
Government agencies do not sponsor third-party sites. Because of this, record availability and results may vary.
Palm Bay Crime Statistics
Data presented by the Federal Bureau of Investigation's Uniform Crime Report (UCR) provides an overview of crime rates in Palm Bay in 2018 and 2017. Data published in 2018 shows a total of 404 violent crimes in Palm Bay, which represents a slight decrease from 561 crimes reported in 2017. The number of murder and non-negligent manslaughter cases in 2018 was 9, while there were 7 cases in 2017. There were 64 reported rape crime cases in 2018, and 41 in 2017. Robbery cases rose from 43 in 2018 to 50 cases in 2017. Aggravated assault cases were 288 in 2018, while there were 463 cases in 2017. Property crime cases reported in 2018 were 2108, while there were 2120 cases in 2017. Burglary cases reported in 2018 were 402, while there were 445 cases in 2017. The number of larceny-theft cases in 2018 was 1583, and there were 1524 cases in 2017. Motor vehicle theft cases totaled 124 in 2018, compared to 151 cases in 2017. There were seven reports of arson cases in 2018 and 7 reported cases of arson in 2017.
Are Palm Bay Criminal Records Public?
Criminal history records are available at the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE), Division of Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS). Requestors may not order a criminal history record by mail. Records are available online by performing an
Each record costs a $24 search fee, plus a $1 credit card processing fee for card payments.
Requestors may obtain Palm Bay background checks at the Records Section of the Palm Bay Police Department. Visit
130 Malabar Rd
Palm Bay, FL 32907
Phone: (321) 952-3461
How to Obtain Police Reports and Arrests Records
Interested persons may obtain police reports at the Palm Bay Police Department. Copies of reports are generally available four to five days after the incident. An interested resident may request police reports by sending an email to pdrecords@pbfl.org. The message should include information such as date, time, location, and case number. Each single-sided page costs 15 cents, while double-sided pages cost 20 cents. To request fire report copies, interested parties will need to contact the custodial official at the:
Palm Bay Police Department
130 Malabar Rd SE
Palm Bay, FL 32907
United States
Phone: (321) 952-3539
How to Find Sex Offender Information in Palm Bay
Requestors may obtain sex offender information from the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE). Residents may find offenders online by searching the offender's first and last name. Requestors may also search for offenders within a 5-mile radius of a particular address or location. The FDLE also provides an Offender Alert where persons may register to be notified by e-mail when a registered sexual offender moves into their neighborhood. For more information, contact the FDLE Missing Persons and Offender Registration by phone at 1-(888) 357-7332 or by e-mail at sexpred@fdle.state.fl.us.
How to Find Palm Bay Inmate Records
Inmate records are available at the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office. Information about inmate bookings is available online. Searches are by date, name, and booking number. Requestors may contact the Sheriff's Office by phone or in writing at:
Brevard County Sheriff's Office,
700 Park Ave.,
Titusville FL 32780
How Do I Visit an Inmate in Palm Bay Police Department Jail
Individuals must be registered in the approved visitor's list to visit an inmate in the Palm Bay Jail. Visitors will be required to provide a valid photo ID prior to visitation. Children under 16 must be accompanied by a legal guardian. Jail administrators may refuse visitation to prior felons. Visitation hours are 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM every day. Registered parties may visit the Palm Bay jail at
130 Malabar Road,
Palm Bay, FL 32907
Phone: (321) 952-3458
Are Palm Bay Court Records Public?
Palm Bay court records are public and available for inspection. However, some records are exempted from public access. Examples are:
- Trial and appellate court memoranda, drafts of opinions and orders, court conference records, and notes prepared by judges or court staff
- Records relating to the administration of the court
- Complaints alleging misconduct against judges
- Periodic evaluations implemented to assist judges in improving their performance
- Arrest, search warrants, and affidavits
- The names and identifying information of judges
- Trade secrets
Palm Bay court cases are available online at the Brevard County Clerk's Office. Requestors may obtain certified copies of court records online through the Research and Copy Request Center. Records available are criminal/traffic, civil, divorce, child support/alimony, foreclosure sales, tax deeds/auctions, and wills.
Criminal and civil court cases are also available at the Brevard County Clerk's Office. Civil records are available online. Requestors may utilize the General Public Court Record Search or subscribe to a Record Search Service. Searches can be done by name, case type, or case number. Requestors may perform a Research and Copy Request. Certified copies of civil court documents may be requested by using the Research and Copy Request Center. In addition, requestors may obtain civil records in person by visiting:
Brevard County Clerk
Palm Bay Office
450 Cogan Drive SE
Palm Bay, FL 32909
Phone: (321) 637-5413
What Are Palm Bay Vital Records?
Palm Bay vital records document life events that occur in the city, such as birth certificates, death records, and marriage records. Requestors may order certificates by mail, fax, or in person. A valid ID is required. For more information about vital records, eligible parties must visit
DOH-Brevard Office of Vital Statistics
2565 Judge Fran Jamieson Way,
Viera, FL 32940
Where and How to Obtain Palm Bay Divorce Records
Divorce certificates are available at the Florida Department of Health. To order by mail, requestors may download an Application Form and submit it to
Florida Bureau of Vital Statistics
P.O. Box 210
Jacksonville, FL 32231-0042
Residents may also download the Application Form and bring it in person to
Florida Bureau of Vital Statistics
1217 N Pearl Street,
Jacksonville, FL 32202
Phone: (904) 359-6900
A certified copy costs $5 and $4 for each additional copy. If the exact year is unknown, each year's search costs $2.
Where and How to Get Confidential Marriage Records in Palm Bay
Requestors may obtain certified copies of their marriage licenses at the Brevard County Clerk's office. Records are available through the Research and Copy Request Center. The requestor is required to create an account using personal information. Select 'Marriage license' from the portal to access the request form. Requestors may choose different delivery methods such as USPS mail or by picking up the license in-person at any of the offices listed on the form. Details required from the requestor include the name of the groom, name of the bride, marriage date, and marriage year. The fee is over $25. Expedited delivery costs an extra $10.
Where and How to Get Public Marriage Records in Palm Bay
Requestors may perform a marriage license search at the Brevard County Clerk's office. Marriage records are also available at the Florida Department of Health. To order by mail, requestors may download an Application Form and submit it to:
Florida Bureau of Vital Statistics
P.O. Box 210
Jacksonville, FL 32231-0042
Requestors may also download the Application Form and bring it in person to
Florida Bureau of Vital Statistics
1217 N Pearl Street,
Jacksonville, FL 32202
Phone: (904) 359-6900
A certified copy of a Palm Bay marriage record costs $5. Each additional copy costs $4. Where the marriage year is unknown, the requestor will be charged $2 for each year searched.
Where and How to Find Palm Bay Birth Records
Birth records are available at the Florida Department of Health. Birth records may be issued to the person named on the record, an immediate family, a guardian, or a legal representative. Photo identification is required. To order by mail, an interested party may download an Application Form and submit it to:
Florida Bureau of Vital Statistics
P.O. Box 210
Jacksonville, FL 32231-0042
For in-person requests, record seekers will need to complete an application form and bring it in person to
DOH-Brevard Office of Vital Statistics
2565 Judge Fran Jamieson Way,
Viera, FL 32940
Interested persons may need to submit an application form, including a copy of their ID and a credit card authorization form. Each certificate costs $12. Fax processing for each record costs $10 with an express delivery option that costs $18.
Where and How to Find Palm Bay Death Records
Any individual 18 or above may apply for a certified copy of a death record without social security number information and cause of death. To obtain a death record with social security number information and cause of death, the requestor must be an immediate family or legal representative. To order by mail, download an Application Form and submit it to:
Florida Bureau of Vital Statistics
P.O. Box 210
Jacksonville, FL 32231-0042
Requestors may also download the Application Form and bring it in person to:
The Bureau of Vital Statistics
1217 N Pearl Street,
Jacksonville, FL 32202
The first certified copy of a Palm Bay death record costs $5, and each additional copy costs $4. For each extra year searched, the requestor will be charged $2. There is also a rush option for $10.
