Welcome! On this page you'll find the following information for Marion County, Florida:
- Where to file for child custody in Marion County
- How to find or contact the Marion County Family Court
- Whether the court offers childcare for days you must visit the court building
- Where to find Marion County child custody forms and court fees
- How to learn more and find a lawyer
Where To File for Child Custody in Marion County, Florida
In Marion County, child custody is handled by the Marion County Unified Family Court (Fifth Judicial Circuit Court)
NAME OF COURT
Marion County Unified Family Court (Fifth Judicial Circuit Court)
COURT WEBSITE ADDRESS
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COURT PHONE NUMBER
COURT EMAIL ADDRESS
FamilyDepartment@marioncountyclerk.org
COURTHOUSE ADDRESS
Marion County 6th Judicial District Court
110 N.W. 1st Avenue
Ocala , FL 34475
COURTHOUSE HOURS
Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. excluding court holidays.
COURTHOUSE CHILDCARE
No Childcare Available
Marion County Child Custody Forms & Fees
Florida Child Custody Forms Used in Marion County
https://www.flcourts.gov/Resou
Marion County Child Custody Forms
Family Court Fee
If you can't afford the court fees for Marion County, you may be able to apply for a fee waiver. For more information, see the fee waiver form on the Florida Courts website or contact the Marion County Circuit Clerk's office at 352-671-5604.
Get Help With Florida Child Custody
Before you file legal papers, take some time to familiarize yourself with the resouces offered by your local court. Most courts now offer at least some materials and forms to help you understand and manage your child custody case. Even if you plan to work with a lawyer, it's smart to do some research before you turn things over. When you're ready to find a lawyer, the resources below can help you locate a child custody attorney near you.
Marion County Family Court Self-Help Materials
Florida Resources for Making a Parenting Plan
Marion County Free or Low Cost Legal Help
Marion County Child Custody Lawyers
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