Population
468K
County Seat
Kissimmee
Libraries
6
Schools
67
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Last reviewed: June 04, 2026 · Methodology: all Osceola County record-source URLs verified against the official local and Florida state publishers on the review date. 4 primary .gov / official sources cited below.
Osceola County — Key Numbers (2026)
Population, demographics, and county-seat data for Osceola County, Florida — verified against U.S. Census 2024 estimates.
468,058
Population
Census estimate
119,817
Households
Census estimate
$64,312
Median income
Annual household
$285,200
Median home value
Census ACS
Kissimmee
County seat
In Florida
Criminal records
5 sources
Court records
2 sources
Wants & warrants
see state portal
Property records
6 sources
Vital records
see state portal
Voter records
see state portal
Professional licenses
4 sources
Recorded documents
see state portal
Count of verified official sources per record type. Multiple sources One source Use state portal
Osceola County Records at a Glance
| Record type | Osceola County verified sources |
|---|---|
| Court records | Office of Kelvin Soto, Esq., Osceola Clerk of the Circuit Co… Osceola - Florida Courts |
| Criminal records | Inmates Osceola County Daily Arrest Report for Friday, May 15, 2026 |
| Wants & warrants | No verified source — see Osceola County state portal below |
| Property records | Property Appraiser - Osceola County Contact us - Osceola |
| Vital records | No verified source — see Osceola County state portal below |
| Voter records | No verified source — see Osceola County state portal below |
| Professional licenses | LSBE ADA Revised 1/2021 Osceola County Board of County Commi… Building and Permits - Osceola County |
| Recorded documents | No verified source — see Osceola County state portal below |
Count of officially verified .gov / .us record sources cataloged for Osceola County. Data verified June 04, 2026.
What Changed in 2026 — Osceola County Records
2026
Osceola County official government portal active
The official Osceola County government website at www.osceola.org continues to serve as the canonical local source.
2026
Osceola County court records portal verified
State court system links for Osceola County verified against the Florida judiciary portal in 2026.
2026
Osceola County criminal records access
State criminal records repository for Osceola County (statewide system, not county-specific) confirmed active in 2026.
2026
Osceola County property records online
Osceola County property assessment and recorder office online portal active in 2026.
The 4-Step Osceola County Records Pathway
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Step 1 — Start at the Osceola County clerk/courthouse
For most local records (court cases, property deeds, marriage licenses), the Osceola County clerk's office is the first stop.
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Step 2 — Use the Florida statewide systems
Criminal background, court case search, voter registration, and professional licensing are all run at the Florida state level — not by the county.
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Step 3 — Federal sources for federal records
Federal court cases (PACER), federal tax liens (IRS), military records (NPRC), and immigration data (ICE) are all federal — not held by the county.
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Step 4 — Cross-check before relying on data
Most county portals lag 24-48 hours behind the courthouse. For time-sensitive verification, call the clerk directly.
Five Things People Get Wrong About Osceola County Records
❌ Myth: "Osceola County maintains all criminal records."
✓ Truth: False. Criminal records for Osceola County are held by the Florida state repository, NOT the county. The county sheriff has only the local arrest log.
❌ Myth: "Records sealed in Osceola County are gone everywhere."
✓ Truth: False. Sealing removes records from public search but they still exist at the courthouse and may appear in FBI records (Identity History Summary).
❌ Myth: "Free 'instant background' sites have Osceola County data."
✓ Truth: False. Only the official Florida state repository has verified, current Osceola County data. Free sites often have stale data.
❌ Myth: "The Osceola County assessor's value is what I'll sell my home for."
✓ Truth: False. The Osceola County assessor's value is for property tax purposes only — usually below market value.
❌ Myth: "All county records older than 50 years are public."
✓ Truth: Partially false. Public-records rules vary by record type AND state. Court records and deeds are usually older-public; vital records remain restricted longer (often 75-125 years).
Primary Sources (All Verified)
- www.osceola.org — Official Osceola County government website
- www.flcourts.gov — Court records — official source
- www.fdle.state.fl.us — Criminal records — official source
- offender.fdle.state.fl.us — Property records — official source
- fbi.gov — FBI Identity History Summary (federal record)
Related — Osceola County & Florida Records
For records not specific to Osceola County, use Florida's statewide system or the national hub.
📍 Florida statewide record systems:
- Florida Court Records →
- Florida Criminal Records →
- Florida Property Records →
- Florida Vital Records →
- Florida Voter Records →
- Florida Wants & Warrants →
- Florida Licenses →
- Florida Recorded Documents →
🇺🇸 National hubs:
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Florida statewide records: Court records · Criminal records · Wants & warrants · Property records · Vital records · Voter records · Licenses · Recorded docs
National directories: Court records · Criminal records · Property records · Vital records · Federal databases
About Osceola County, Florida
Osceola County is located in central Florida. The county seat is Kissimmee (official site: http://www.osceola.org/).
- Households: 119,817
- Median household income: $64,312
- Median home value: $285,200
- Below poverty line: 13.4%
- Land area: 1,327.5 sq mi
- Population density: 352.6 people / sq mi
Property Appraiser - Osceola County
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The Property Appraiser’s Office assesses property values, manages exemptions, and maintains public records on property taxations and values.
Contact us - Osceola
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If you need assistance logging are logged in), you must contact the Tax Collector in one of the following ways: Osceola County Tax Collector 2501 E.
Marion County FL Sheriff's Office OffenderWatch® sex offender management, mapping and email alert program
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The Marion County FL Sheriff's Office maintains a Sex Offender Registry as a public service tool to keep Marion County, FL residents up to date of near by individuals convicted of sexual offenses
Okaloosa County Tax Lien Auction: Home Page
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Okaloosa County Tax Lien Auction: Home Page · Welcome · Documentation · Tax Collector · The next Okaloosa County Tax Certificate Sale will be available in May 2026 · Privacy Policy | Disclaimer | User Agreement | Contact Us · Copyright © 1997 - 2025. All rights reserved.
Florida Sexual Offenders and Predators Search (FDLE)
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775.21 The Florida Sexual Predators Act.-- · 1. Incarcerating sexual predators and maintaining adequate facilities to ensure that decisions to release sexual predators into the community are not made on the basis of inadequate space
Voter Registration - By County and Party - Division of Elections - Florida Department of State
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The Division of Elections facilitates coordination and interpretation of election laws and establishes uniform standards to ensure fair and accurate elections in Florida. Totals reflect the number of active registered voters in the State of Florida.
Inmates
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Official websites use .gov A .gov Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites. Multi-court Voice Case Information System: 866-222-8029 ext.
Osceola County Daily Arrest Report for Friday, May 15, 2026
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< Return to Apps Osceola County Corrections and Jail Services · Daily Arrest Report Inmate Population · Osceola County Daily Arrest Report for Tuesday, May 5, 2026 · Arrests Leading to Incarceration: 51 · Printable Version Download Excel · Choose New Date: · 05/05/2026 · 05/04/2026 · ...
Indecent Exposure Arrest
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Detectives sought and obtained an arrest warrant charging Jose David Gonzalez-Rivera with one count of exposure of sexual organs, a violation of FSS 800.03-1A. Jose David Gonzalez-Rivera was arrested on August 19, 2025, and booked into the Osceola ...
Homicide investigation update - Osceola County Sheriff's Office
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Osceola County (April 20, 2020) On April 14, 2020, the Osceola County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of shots fired at the Stoney Brook South subdivision in Davenport, Florida. When deputies arrived, they located a scene of a possible shooting, but could not locate any victims.
FDLE - FDLE arrests final fugitive in Operation 13 Tiers case
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– The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) has arrested the final outstanding suspect in Operation 13 Tiers, a multi‑year drug‑trafficking investigation targeting members of the SUR 13 criminal gang. Efren Berumen, 42, of Kissimmee, was taken into custody on Feb. 7 in Osceola County for charges of conspiracy to traffic methamphetamine, trafficking in methamphetamine, conspiracy to traffic fentanyl and trafficking in fentanyl.
FDLE's Statute Table
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Please specify either Statute Number, AON/FCIC Code, and/or a pattern for Statute Description. If you search by theStatute Number, do not include the subsection numbers. When the Statute Number search results appear, they will include all of the subsections. Click here to return to the main ...
LSBE ADA Revised 1/2021 Osceola County Board of County Commissioners
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a. Holds a State of Florida Certification and/or local certificates of competency · b. Has sufficient labor force and/or the independent capability of obtaining such a force Has sufficient equipment, tools, etc. and/or the independent capability of obtaining such 6. Be current on any applicable business license(s) and on any required Osceola County taxes and fees
Building and Permits - Osceola County
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Find information on building permits, contractor licensing, impact and mobility fees, and more.
Search for Business License Records - Accela Citizen Access
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For your protection, Osceola County will never request credit card numbers, banking details, or other payment information by phone or from unverified sources. Always verify the sender before responding to any payment-related communication · Osceola County does not typically accept wire transfers ...
Building Amp Permits Documents Download And Print Certificate Of Occupancy
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The building official will issue you a Certificate of Occupancy (CO) after the building or structure has received a · final inspection and no violation are found to the provisions of the building codes, life safety and applicable · laws. Once a CO is issued, it can be downloaded for the Osceola County Permit Center.
DBPR - OSCEOLA COUNTY/SMG; Doing Business As: SMG-OSCEOLA COUNTY STADIUM PRESS DINING, Permanent Food Service
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License Name: OSCEOLA COUNTY/SMG; Doing Business As: SMG-OSCEOLA COUNTY STADIUM PRESS DINING; Permanent Food Service; License Status: Ownership Changed; ; Location: 621 HERITAGE PARK WAY, KISSIMMEE, FL 34744
Official Records
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Log in · Log off · Verified as of · Purchase Certified Document · Help · No records found · Click Search Tab to initiate new search · Print Results
Property Tax - Osceola
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Pay bills online in a few simple clicks. Manage and make payments in one convenient platform anytime, anywhere.
Office of Kelvin Soto, Esq., Osceola Clerk of the Circuit Court & County Comptroller – "To advance the well-being of…
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Visiting the Office? Click here or scan the QR Code to join the waitlist remotely for assistance! Make an Online Appointment Pay Online Juror Information Sign Up for Our Property Fraud Alert Court Records Search Court Docket Obtain a Marriage License Search Official Records &...
Osceola - Florida Courts
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Vital Statistics | Florida Department of Health in Osceola
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An additional fee is charged by VitalChek for using this service, and all major credit cards are accepted. Kissimmee Florida Department of Health in Osceola - Office of Vital Statistics 1875 Fortune Rd.
State of Florida Voter Lookup | Search
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Florida voter registration lookup, voter registration, voter statistics.
Florida Court Clerks & Comptrollers
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The office of the Clerk and Comptroller performs a wide range of record keeping, information management, and financial administration services for Florida’s judicial system and county government.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I look up court cases in Osceola County?
Osceola County court cases are searchable through the Osceola - Florida Courts portal: https://www.flcourts.gov/Court-Structure/Court-Locations/Sixth-District/Osceola. Florida also operates a state-level case lookup through the CCIS (Comprehensive Case Information System) system. For federal matters, see PACER.
Can my employer see a sealed record in Florida?
Generally, most private employers running a standard name-based check cannot see a sealed Florida record. However, government employers, law enforcement, schools, healthcare facilities, and any role requiring a fingerprint-based check can see sealed records under specific statutory exemptions. Confirm specifics with the sealing court.
How long does an arrest stay on my record in Florida if I wasn't convicted?
In Florida, an arrest stays on your record indefinitely unless you petition the court to seal or expunge it, even if charges were dropped or you were found not guilty. Florida's rules for clearing non-conviction records are stricter than for convictions — start with the Florida Department of Law Enforcement.
How do I run a Florida background check?
Florida background checks are handled by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement. Name-based searches are available through the official state portal (per-search fee applies). Fingerprint-based checks — required for licensing, foster care, and many employers — must be submitted through an approved vendor.
