Hours of Operation:

The Clerk’s Office is located in Room 337. Hours of operation are 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Courthouse Access:

The public entrance is on N.W. 2nd St. All individuals entering the building are required to proceed through a metal detector and have any bags, packages, purses, etc. examined through an x-ray machine. Electronic devices, including cellular phones, lap top computers, sound/recording equipment, photographic/broadcasting equipment, are prohibited in the Federal Courthouse pursuant to Local Rule 4.11.  Firearms, knives, pocket knives, chemical sprays and other weapons not specified are also prohibited.

For Persons Who Have Disabilities:

Courthouse Access:
Wheelchair access is available through the same entrance as there are no steps at the entrance to the building.

Parking Availability:
Disabled jurors may refer to the Florida Statutes by visiting www.flsenate.gov. In addition, you may contact the Jury Staff for additional information on disabled parking in this area.

Parking Availability:

Parking is available from a lot located on the east side of the Courthouse, near the corner of 2nd Avenue and 2nd Street. Back to top

Jury Information Sheet

For the convenience of our jurors, a copy of the information sheet that was mailed to you along with summons can be found by clicking here.

Parking Information For Jurors Only:

Jurors may park in the parking lot located on the east side of the U.S. Courthouse at the corner of NW 2nd Street and NW 2nd Avenue or in the covered parking lot located at the corner of 441 and NW 2nd Street. You will be reimbursed for parking expenses. Back to top

Juror Attire & Conduct:

Jurors are expected to conduct themselves with reserve and courtesy, and when appearing at Court, to dress appropriately to preserve the dignity of the Court. Back to top

Drop Box Information:

An after-hours filing depository has been placed on the first floor of the Ocala Courthouse. It is located in the hallway, just beyond the security checkpoint. It will be accessible to filers during times when the Courthouse is open and the intake office is closed, which would be 8:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.. Courthouse hours are 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; intake hours are 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.

The depository box is not for filing emergency or sealed pleadings nor should checks or money be deposited in the box. You must file these types of pleadings at intake. Back to top

City Information Links:

The following links are provided only as a source of information on Ocala. Our link to these sites does not represent an endorsement of its content by the Court. Back to top

• Ocala Marion County Chamber of Commerce
• City of Ocala