James M. Terry

James M. Terry

Gulf County Clerk of
Court and Comptroller

James M. Terry serves as the Gulf County Clerk of Court and Comptroller. Established by the Florida Constitution, the Clerk of Court provides a system of checks and balances, at the county level, and serves the public in three primary areas including Clerk of the Circuit and County Courts, Clerk to the Board of County Commissioners and County Recorder.

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Gulf county Clerk of Court & Comptroller

Gulf County Clerk of the
Circuit Court and Comptroller

Oct 5 at 10:13 AM

October is #FamilyHistoryMonth!

The Gulf County Clerk's Office serves as the keeper of court and public records. This means we maintain historical information, including marriage licenses and property deeds.

Take some time to explore your family history by searching the historical records our office maintains.

#FLClerks #YourGulfCoClerk

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Announcements & Notices

October 1, 2026

GULF COUNTY CLERK HIGHLIGHTS PROTECTIVE SERVICES DURING DOMESTIC VIOLENCE MONTH

Gulf County, Florida – As communities across Florida recognize October as National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Gulf County Clerk’s Office is reminding residents of the important role our office plays...
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September 18, 2026

Office Closure Notice

The Clerk's Office will be closed to the public on Monday, September 21, in observance of Yom Kippur, a Florida Supreme Court-approved holiday.
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August 7, 2026

JURY DUTY NOTICE - AUGUST 10, 2026

JURY DUTY IS CANCELED FOR MONDAY, AUGUST 10, 2026
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July 20, 2026

Notice of Unclaimed Funds

The following is a list of unclaimed moneys held by the Clerk of Circuit Court. Unless such moneys are claimed on or before September 1, 2026; they shall be declared...
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