Domestic Violence

You can save time by completing the Domestic Violence Intake Questionnaire before visiting the Clerk's Office. Bring the completed form to any of our four intake locations: Hialeah District Court, Joseph Caleb Center Court, Lawson E. Thomas Courthouse Center, North Dade Justice Center, or South Dade Justice Center. Please be aware that the intake process takes a minimum of two hours. There are intake specialists at each location to assist. A sheriff will attempt to serve the respondent with a copy of the pertinent court document. However, you will not have the protection of an injunction until service has been established. While the Clerk's Office does not charge filing or service fees, sheriffs may charge a service fee if the respondent lives outside of Florida. Please call the Clerk's Office Domestic Violence Unit at 305-349-5813 if you have any questions. Repeat Violence: Repeat violence is at least two incidents of an assault, aggravated assault, battery, aggravated battery, stalking, aggravated stalking or any criminal offense resulting in physical injury or death of the petitioner or an immediate family member. If you experience repeat violence, you can request a restraining order from the Clerk of the Court and Comptroller. One of the incidents must have occurred within the past six months in order to file. What is Domestic Violence?: Domestic violence is any assault, aggravated assault, battery, aggravated battery, sexual assault, sexual battery, stalking, aggravated stalking or any criminal offense resulting in physical injury or death of one family or household member by another who is or was residing in the same single dwelling unit. An assault does not have to be physical violence. An assault can occur if someone intentionally threatens to cause you physical violence, even if they do not touch you. Aggravated Assault - A threat that may have been verbal or physical and made you believe that serious harm could be done. If the person uses a deadly weapon when committing this act, it is an aggravated assault. Battery and Aggravated Battery - An act of domestic violence becomes a battery when someone intentionally touches you without your permission and causes you great bodily harm, permanent disability or disfigurement. In addition, if the person uses a deadly weapon or if you were pregnant and the person knew or should have known, the act becomes an aggravated battery. Stalking and Aggravated Stalking - If someone purposefully follows or harasses you repeatedly over a period of time for no legitimate purpose, which causes you a great amount of emotional stress. If they threaten your life or threaten to cause injury to you while stalking, with the intent to cause you to reasonably fear for your safety, then the act becomes aggravated stalking.

Restraining Orders

If you feel unsafe or are in danger, a temporary injunction, also known as a restraining order, may be issued until a judge can rule on your petition. If the judge decides you do not meet the statutory requirements for the temporary injunction, you may still request a hearing where you and the respondent will appear before the judge. If your petition is approved, a permanent injunction may be ordered. Temporary Injunction If it is determined by the court that you are in danger of being victimized and you have completed the necessary paperwork, the deputy clerk will prepare a temporary injunction order to be signed by a judge. This order can be obtained on the same day you file your petition without a hearing before the judge. The temporary injunction is valid for up to 15 days. If the judge denies the temporary injunction because it does not appear that there is an immediate and present danger of domestic violence, a full hearing on the petition for the temporary injunction will automatically be set on the soonest court date available. Permanent Injunction Once a temporary injunction is in effect, a court hearing will be scheduled before the judge to determine if a permanent injunction should be entered against the person committing the acts of violence. A permanent injunction is indefinitely active or until dissolved by the court. Please call the Domestic Violence Advocacy Unit at 305-349-5677 or the Clerk's Office Domestic Violence Intake Unit at 305-349-5813 if you have any questions. Violating the Terms of the Injunction In order to initiate further court action, any violations of the terms of the injunction should be reported in person to the Domestic Violence Intake Unit.

Central Depository Child Support & Alimony

Child Support Alimony The Central Depository Child Support and Alimony Office maintains a local Central Depository to receive and process court-ordered payments. The Central Depository works primarily with two state entities: the local state attorney's office (SAO), and the state of Florida disbursement unit (FLSDU) in Tallahassee. Receive Payments Payments processed by the Central Depository are deposited in the bank and either sent as a direct deposit to the payee's account or to the Department of Revenue (DOR) when the state attorney was involved with the court order. If the payee has not arranged for direct deposit, a check will be issued to the payee from the Central Depository account. In the event a check is required, all checks issued by the Central Depository Child Support and Alimony Office and not involving the state attorney's office, are mailed directly to the custodial parent within 48 hours. If a state attorney was involved with the court order, an electronic disbursement covering all such payments received by the Central Depository is issued to the Department of Revenue. For more information, call 305-530-2600 or visit the State Attorney's Office website. These electronic disbursements are sent by overnight delivery to the Department of Revenue and that department then becomes responsible for sending out individual payments to the payee. Please visit My Florida County to view your recent payments. Central Depository The Central Depository maintains case information and payments for child support and alimony cases. Direct Deposit The Central Depository uses direct deposit to electronically disperse alimony or child support payments directly into the bank account of the party receiving support. You may sign up for direct deposit by filling out the authorization form and either mail it in or email it to [email protected]. For state attorney's cases, fill out the fillable form and follow the given instructions. Direct deposit offers the following benefits: Payments are deposited directly into your bank account; Payments are always confidential; Payments are not subject to postal delays; Payments are not lost or stolen; Payments always arrive quickly and safely, regardless of whether you are homebound, ill or on vacation. If you need to change your direct deposit, complete a new enrollment form and follow the given instructions. Remember to always include case numbers on all correspondence. After the Central Depository receives your completed authorization form, we will contact your bank to set up the direct deposits. Please allow two weeks for direct deposit to take effect. Meanwhile, Central Depository will disburse payments through check all payments that arrive after the receipt of an authorization form and before the start of the direct deposits. For questions, please call Central Depository at 305-275-1122 or email them at [email protected]. Phone lines are open Monday - Friday daily from 9 a.m. - 11:59 a.m. Notice of delinquency If you are a payee and not receiving your ordered payments, you may request a Notice of Delinquency be sent to the payor. To do so, please send a written request with a clear copy of your valid driver license or identification card to the Central Depository. Suspension of Driver License If you are a payee and not receiving your ordered payments, you may apply to suspend the obligor's driver license. For Department of Revenue cases, contact the state attorney's office customer service at 305-530-2600 for enforcement. For Non-Department of Revenue cases, send a written request with a clear copy of your valid driver license or identification card to the Central Depository. Pay your child support and alimony Payments for child support, alimony and other related obligations can be made to the FLSDU, Central Depository or online. Payments can only be mailed to the FLSDU, but can be either mailed or made in person at the Central Depository. Please contact the Central Depository if you are unsure which applies to you. Payments received from employers or payors will be accepted on state attorney cases. The FLSDU has advised that all non-employer payments received on non-state attorney's office cases will no longer be processed. Only payments paid by an employer will be accepted on non-state attorney's office cases and must include the pay period ending date in order to be processed. Non-employer payments can be made in person at our Central Depository cashier window, Monday - Friday 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., by mailing a money order or cashier's check, made payable to Central Depository, or online at My Florida County. A processing fee will be charged for paying online. Letter Requests To obtain a copy of a case closure letter, submit a written request to the Central Depository and include a clear copy of your valid identification (i.e., driver license). To obtain a clearance/housing/immigration letter, you may appear in person at the Central Depository cashier window, Monday - Friday 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., or by mailing a money order or cashier's check payable to Central Depository. There is a $7 fee for a clearance/housing/immigration letter. Establishing Child Support For information concerning establishing a child support case, please contact Central Depository or the state attorney. If you need help with pro-se (self-litigated) filings to establish, modify, or terminate your child support case, please visit the Family Court Self-Help Program located at Lawson E. Thomas Courthouse Center or call 305-349-7800. Related Fees Statutory fee - 4% with $5.25 maximum; Delinquency fee - $25; Contest fee - $25; Final judgment fee - $25; Pay-off statement fee - $25; Suspension of Driver License - $25

Small Claims

Small Claims Small Claims actions may be brought only in the county where the defendant resides, where the cause of action occurred or where the property involved is located. Before you consider filing a Small Claims action, you should first try to communicate to the other party exactly what is in dispute. It is a good idea to send a letter, which clearly states your complaint. You may be able to resolve the problem without going to court. A lawsuit should be your last resort in solving a civil dispute. A claim up to $8,000 – not including costs, interest and attorneys' fees – can be filed with the Clerk's Office as a Small Claims action, according to Rule 7.010 of the Florida Rules of Court and Chapter 34 of the Florida Statutes. A deputy clerk may be able to assist you with the filing of a small claims suit. Forms are available in Room 06.240 of the Osvaldo N. Soto Miami-Dade Justice Center and at district court locations. You may need an attorney to assist you on all other matters. Fee schedules and additional information are available at those locations or by calling 305-275-1155. Attend a Small Claims Case Information Session Hosted by the Miami-Dade Office of Consumer Protection, these presentations teach consumers about the process, how to prepare and what to expect. Presentations are free and no reservation is required. Once you decide to file, you or your lawyer cannot proceed until the defendant has been served. Be sure that you have the full name of the individual you want to sue and an address where that person can be served. Suing a Business If you are suing a business, you must find out whether it is incorporated. If you are suing a corporation, you must have the full name under which the business is incorporated and the name and address of either a corporate officer or the registered agent of the business. This information can be obtained from the Florida Department of State, Division of Corporations at 850-245-6052 or at sunbiz.org. If the business you are suing is not incorporated, the correct company name and the full name and address of the owner can be obtained by calling the Occupational License Bureau of Miami-Dade County at 305-270-4949. Businesses with a Fictitious Name The company you are suing may use a name other than the owner's name, referred to as a fictitious name. That information, along with the name and address of the person who owns the company, must be registered with the Florida Department of State, Division of Corporations and may be obtained by contacting them online or by calling 850-245-6058. Costs and Fees The costs for filing a small claims action include the filing fee based on the amount of your claim as well as a service fee for summoning each party to court. If a final judgment is entered in your favor from your lawsuit, these costs may be added to the total amount of your judgment. Pre-trial and Trial dates Once your suit has been processed, a pre-trial date will be assigned and you will be notified of the date at that time or later by mail. If you do not appear at your pre-trial hearing, your case may be dismissed. If the defendant does not appear, the judge may enter a default. Bring any documents to assist you in proving your case, but do not bring witnesses. This is your opportunity to appear with the defendant(s) before the judge and attempt to settle your case without a trial. Your case may be referred to a mediator. If no agreement is reached at the pre-trial hearing, you will be given a trial date. It is your responsibility to subpoena any witnesses to help prove your case. A deputy clerk at the filing location will assist you. If the judge decides in your favor, you will receive a Final Judgment by mail or be instructed to obtain a Final Judgment form to submit to the judge for signature. Final Judgment A Final Judgment is a legal document that states that one party is entitled to recover damages in a specified amount from another party. Interest will be added on the amount awarded until the Final Judgment is satisfied. At any time during this process, the defendant may pay you and settle the claim. However, obtaining a judgment against a party is not the same thing as collecting that judgment. Post-judgment legal procedures are often required prior to any collection. You may find it necessary to retain an attorney to assist you in post-judgment procedures. Small Claims Filing Fees Filing fee for claims < $100 - $55 Filing fee for claims ($100.01 - $500) - $80 Filing fee for claims ($500.01 - $2,500) - $175 Filing fee for claims ($2,500.01 - $8,000) - $300

Late Payments

Late Payments Parking Citations All parking citations must be paid within 30 days of the date the citation is issued. Fees and other penalties may be added if the owner fails to pay by the due date. Parking citations left unpaid for more than 90 days will be reported to an outside collection/credit reporting agency. If you have three or more parking citations or a disabled parking violation, you may receive a registration stop or tow order. Pay Parking Citations You can make a payment online, by mail, by phone or in person. Collection Agencies If you have citations in collections, the Parking Violations Bureau has given a collection agency the power to collect payment for these citations. While you can still pay your citation with the Clerk of the Court and Comptroller, you will have to pay the original fine and late penalties plus an additional 30 percent of the total. A traffic citation may take up to three weeks to appear in the online system. If your citation does not appear in the system within two weeks, you can pay by mail or in person with a copy of the citation. You cannot pay a traffic citation online or by phone unless the information is in the system. However, you are still responsible for complying with the requirements of your citation within 30 days of the issue date. You may be subjected to a license suspension and late fees if your citation is not paid within 30 days. PAY TRAFFIC CITATIONS You can make a payment online, by mail, by phone or in person.

Civil Traffic Infractions

Civil Traffic Citations Under Florida statutes, a civil infraction is a case in which a person is suspected of committing a non-criminal traffic infraction. These violations are classified as either moving or non-moving. A moving violation normally assesses points against the driver license while non-moving violations do not. These violations are not punishable by incarceration and there is no right to trial by jury or to court-appointed counsel. SEARCH TRAFFIC CITATIONS Upon receipt of a traffic citation issued to you for a civil infraction, you have 30 days from the date of issuance to satisfy your obligation. In order to satisfy your citation, you can: Pay the citation - You have 30 days from the date your citation was issued to pay or respond. Payments can be made online, by mail, by phone, or in person. Late Payments may result in additional fees, driver-license suspension, or referral to a collection agency. Pay Online - You can pay online using Visa, MasterCard, Discover, or American Express through the Traffic Online Payment System. You can also request certified copies of traffic images in the Traffic Online System. Pay by Mail - You may pay by mail with a check or money order payable to Clerk of the Court and Comptroller. Mailing address: Civil Traffic Infractions – Traffic/Misdemeanor Division, PO Box 19321, Miami, FL 33101-9321. To avoid late fees or license suspension, ensure your payment arrives before the 30-day deadline. Write your citation number on the check or money order. Pay by Phone - Pay 24 hours a day using the Interactive Voice Response (IVR) System at 305-275-1111 for Civil Traffic Infractions. To speak with a deputy clerk, call Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Pay in Person - You may pay with a credit card, check, money order, or cash at any of the following Clerk's Office locations: Joseph Caleb Center Court, Coral Gables District Court, Hialeah District Court, North Dade Justice Center, South Dade Justice Center, Richard E. Gerstein Justice Building. Offices are open Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Appointments are recommended to avoid wait times, especially during lunch hours. Allow 24 hours after payment for processing. Elect Traffic School - If you received a civil traffic infraction, you have the option to elect traffic school to satisfy your citation. Points will not be assessed against your license. This option does not apply to tag, registration, driver license or PIP insurance, tolls, and/or red light violations issued by a camera. This option is not available to commercial driver's license holders. You are eligible to elect a 4-hour course once every 12 months, for a maximum of 5 times in a lifetime. If you are not eligible for the 4-hour course, you may request an 8-hour course only once in your lifetime. The Clerk of the Court and Comptroller must receive a certificate of completion within 120 days of the date of payment or court appearance. If you elect to attend traffic school and do not comply within 120 days of election, you will be subject to a license suspension, point assessment and additional fees. CHILD RESTRAINT OFFENDER'S PROGRAM (C.R.O.P.) - If you have received a child restraint violation, you can elect to attend the C.R.O.P program and the civil penalty will be reduced and points will not be assessed. You can only attend this course once in a lifetime. Participants must bring their child restraint seat to class. The program is held at Miami Children's Hospital, 3100 S.W. 62 Avenue, Miami, FL 33155. To register for the course, call the hospital at 305-663-6865. You will have 60 days from either the date the citation was paid or from the date you attended court to complete the course. If you fail to complete this course within 60 days, additional penalties will be assessed, your license will be suspended and you will still be required to complete the course. Request a Court Hearing - You may plead not guilty and request a court hearing online, by visiting the Traffic Online System or by filling out the Request for Trial Form. Your citation was issued within the last 30 days: You may submit a request for trial either in person, by mail, by phone or online within 30 days of the citation's issue date. You will receive notice of your hearing date, time and location within six to eight weeks at the address listed on the citation. Your citation was issued between 31 and 180 days ago: You may pay a $16.00 late fee to have your case set for court. Your citation was issued more than 180 days ago: In order to have your case set for court, you must submit a motion to the administrative traffic judge. If you cannot attend court in Miami-Dade County, you may submit a plea of not guilty in absentia by posting a bond by mail with cashier's check or money order in the amount of the civil penalty plus the clerk's fee along with a notarized affidavit of defense sent to: Clerk of the Court and Comptroller, PO Box 19321, Miami, Florida 33101-9321. Citations that Require Compliance - Driver's license (expired less than four months), Registration, PIP insurance, and Defective equipment violations will be dismissed if you submit proof that BEFORE the citation was issued you had valid documentation. If renewal was obtained after the issuance of the citation, submit proof of the renewed document along with the amount of the civil penalty. If you are charged with a violation of Florida Statute 316.2935 or 316.610 "Improper or Unsafe Equipment," you may receive a reduced penalty on these violations if you repair the defect within 30 days of the issue date. Related fees are listed for various violation types including child restraint violations ($175.20-$179), speeding violations ranging from $146.50 to $536 depending on speed and zone, failure to stop for school bus ($384-$391), and many other traffic violations.

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Understanding Your TPP Assessment

Appealing a Tangible Personal Property Assessment Understanding Your Tangible Personal Property Assessment Each year, business owners in Miami-Dade County receive a Notice of Proposed Property Taxes (TRIM Notice), which includes the assessment of their Tangible Personal Property (TPP). This includes assets like furniture, equipment, and other items used in the operation of a business. We encourage you to talk to or visit the Property Appraiser first, before the deadline on your Notice of Proposed Property Taxes, for a review of your folio and an explanation of the assessment. You don't have to wait for a deadline or a formal process. We're here to help clarify, correct, or update your account at any time during the year. An assessment may not be contested unless a timely Tangible Personal Property Tax Return is filed. Note: Inquiries must be made no later than the deadline date printed on the notice. Taxpayers may inquire about their assessment in person by going to the address listed on the bottom of their notice. Contact Us for a TPP Assessment Review You may reach out in any of the following ways: Call us at 305-375-4712 Submit an inquiry through our Contact Form Or visit us in person: Stephen P. Clark Center (Main Office) 111 NW 1 Street Suite 710 Miami, FL 33128 South Dade Government Center 10710 SW 211 Street 2nd Floor Cutler Bay, FL 33189 Confidential Records Reminder Due to the confidential nature of your tax records, we can only discuss your account with: The business owner A company officer A partner or corporate officer An employee with authorization (a letter on company letterhead authorizing employee access to confidential records) An attorney who is a member of the Florida Bar and who is representing the owner An Authorized Personal Property Tax Consultant. If you are authorizing someone to speak on your behalf, please complete and submit the Confidential Information Authorization Form. What to Bring if You Visit in Person To help us resolve your inquiry efficiently, please bring: Picture identification for verification of Owner or Corporate Officer Letter of authorization (if not owner/officer) Copy of current year's Tangible Personal Property Tax Return amended with the corrected figures A copy of the company's federal income tax return, including an itemized fixed asset listing, for the period covering the assessment date of January 1st. This would typically be the previous year federal income tax return Copies of leases for all leased furniture and equipment for the period in question (as of January 1st) Complete insurance binder, including endorsement page, documents and claims Appraisals Documents such as sales documents, moving documents, bills of lading and shipping The taxpayer must bring all additional information and/or documentation they would like to be considered in the assessment of their personal property. Note: If the concerns are not resolved, property owners have the option of appealing to the Value Adjustment Board.

Understanding Your TPP Assessment

Appealing a Tangible Personal Property Assessment Understanding Your Tangible Personal Property Assessment Each year, business owners in Miami-Dade County receive a Notice of Proposed Property Taxes (TRIM Notice), which includes the assessment of their Tangible Personal Property (TPP). This includes assets like furniture, equipment, and other items used in the operation of a business. We encourage you to talk to or visit the Property Appraiser first, before the deadline on your Notice of Proposed Property Taxes, for a review of your folio and an explanation of the assessment. You don't have to wait for a deadline or a formal process. We're here to help clarify, correct, or update your account at any time during the year. An assessment may not be contested unless a timely Tangible Personal Property Tax Return is filed. Note: Inquiries must be made no later than the deadline date printed on the notice. Taxpayers may inquire about their assessment in person by going to the address listed on the bottom of their notice. Contact Us for a TPP Assessment Review You may reach out in any of the following ways: Call us at 305-375-4712 Submit an inquiry through our Contact Form Or visit us in person: Stephen P. Clark Center (Main Office) 111 NW 1 Street Suite 710 Miami, FL 33128 South Dade Government Center 10710 SW 211 Street 2nd Floor Cutler Bay, FL 33189 Confidential Records Reminder Due to the confidential nature of your tax records, we can only discuss your account with: The business owner A company officer A partner or corporate officer An employee with authorization (a letter on company letterhead authorizing employee access to confidential records) An attorney who is a member of the Florida Bar and who is representing the owner An Authorized Personal Property Tax Consultant. If you are authorizing someone to speak on your behalf, please complete and submit the Confidential Information Authorization Form. What to Bring if You Visit in Person To help us resolve your inquiry efficiently, please bring: Picture identification for verification of Owner or Corporate Officer Letter of authorization (if not owner/officer) Copy of current year's Tangible Personal Property Tax Return amended with the corrected figures A copy of the company's federal income tax return, including an itemized fixed asset listing, for the period covering the assessment date of January 1st. This would typically be the previous year federal income tax return Copies of leases for all leased furniture and equipment for the period in question (as of January 1st) Complete insurance binder, including endorsement page, documents and claims Appraisals Documents such as sales documents, moving documents, bills of lading and shipping The taxpayer must bring all additional information and/or documentation they would like to be considered in the assessment of their personal property. Note: If the concerns are not resolved, property owners have the option of appealing to the Value Adjustment Board.

Changing Your Property Information

Changing Your Property Information To request changes to a property's information, follow the required instructions. Ownership or Title Change, Name Change, Address Change, Address Blocking Property Ownership or Title Change The Property Appraiser of Miami-Dade County reviews all ownership changes properly recorded in the Clerk of the Court and Comptroller's Recorder's Office. The ownership transfer is typically processed between 4 and 8 weeks, but may take up to 12 weeks. If more than 12 weeks have passed since the deed was recorded at the Clerk of the Court and Comptroller's Recorder's Office, please provide the Property Appraiser with the following information: Official Recording Book and Page Folio Number of the property The information may be emailed to [email protected], mailed or hand delivered to either of our two offices. The Property Appraiser of Miami-Dade County does not verify ownership, but can confirm the owner of record through the Property Search Application. Name Change Fixing Misspelled Names on the Notice Our records must spell the name exactly as identified on the deed. Please check your deed. If your deed is incorrect, you should contact the attorney who drafted the deed to correct this error. If your deed is correct and our records are wrong, mail a copy of the recorded deed asking for a name correction to: Property Appraiser of Miami-Dade County 111 NW 1st Street Suite 710 Miami, FL 33128-1984 Notice is in Previous Owner's Name The Property Appraiser of Miami-Dade County reviews all ownership changes properly recorded in the Clerk of the Court and Comptroller's Recorder's Office. The ownership transfer is typically processed between 4 and 8 weeks, but may take up to 12 weeks. If more than 12 weeks have passed since the deed was recorded at the Clerk of the Court and Comptroller's Recorder's Office, please provide the Property Appraiser with the following information: Official Recording Book and Page Folio Number of the property The information may be emailed to [email protected], mailed or hand delivered to either of our two offices. The Property Appraiser of Miami-Dade County does not verify ownership, but can confirm the owner of record through the Property Search Application. Address Change Mailing Address Change Arising out of concerns about identity theft and other forms of fraud, the Property Appraiser of Miami-Dade County has introduced a new security feature in the way it processes requests for mailing address changes. If the request is being made in person at one of our offices, bring the Mailing Address Change form and the owner's Driver's License or State-issued ID. If the request is being made via mail, please include the Mailing Address Change form and a photocopy of the owner's Driver's License or State-issued ID and mail it to: Property Appraiser of Miami-Dade County 111 NW 1st Street Suite 710 Miami, FL 33128-1984 You may send in a letter on company letterhead advising the Property Appraiser of the new mailing address. The letter must also contain the following: Folio number Letter must be signed by an officer of the company Must contain the language that this authorization will stay in effect until the Property Appraiser is notified in writing Property Address Change The county or municipal department that issues building permits for a property is responsible for assigning the address(es). With written authorization from that department, the Property Appraiser of Miami-Dade County can change a property address. Property owners must contact the department that issues permits to request and obtain the required authorization. Exception: If the address on a permit differs from what is on the Property Appraiser of Miami-Dade County computer, a change will be made with a copy of the permit. Vacant land is assigned an address when a building permit is issued. Address Blocking The Property Search function allows access to public information recorded on the tax rolls of Miami-Dade County. However, Florida Statutes 119.071 provides for an exemption from public disclosure to certain agencies and individuals from public records. Those individuals who qualify must: Fill out the Property Appraiser of Miami-Dade County's Public Records Exemption Request form. Provide proof of employment in the eligible agency, such as a copy of your identification badge with the agency's name or other similar proof Apply on home address. In addition to filing a request with the Property Appraiser of Miami-Dade County, qualifying personnel may want to also consider filing with the Miami-Dade Clerk of the Court and Comptroller and/or the Water and Sewer Department. Please fill out the Clerk of the Court and Comptroller's Request for Confidentiality form and mail it to: Miami-Dade Clerk of the Court and Comptroller 22 NW 1st Street Miami, FL 33128 And/or fill out the Water and Sewer Department's Account Information Blocking form and mail it to: Miami-Dade Water and Sewer Department Customer Service Division 3071 SW 38th Avenue Miami, FL 33146 As an alternative, your agency may submit a list of eligible individuals on agency letterhead with their names, addresses, titles and the parcel identification (folio) number of the property identified with each individual. Mail the completed form to: Property Appraiser of Miami-Dade County 111 NW 1st Street Suite 710 Miami, FL 33128-1984 Release or Cancellation of Exempt Information If you have previously requested that qualifying information maintained by the Property Appraiser of Miami-Dade County be exempted from public disclosure, pursuant to section 119.071 of the Florida Statutes, you may use the Release of Information Exempt form to grant your representative access to such information or cancel your previous request.

Land Splits or Groupings

Land Splits or Groupings You may request to group or split folios with the Property Appraiser of Miami-Dade County (PAMDC) using the Request for Parcel Split/Grouping form. The request must be based on a valid instrument recorded in the public records of Miami-Dade County. Valid recorded instruments include the following: - Warranty Deed - Special Warranty Deed - Quit Claim Deed - Plat - Waiver of Plat - Declaration of Condominium - Amendment to a Declaration of Condominium - Unity of Title - Covenant in lieu of Unity of Title A complete list of requirements and instructions are included on page 1 of the Request for Parcel Split/Grouping form. Please read them carefully before submitting your request. Some Important Information Please submit page 2 along with the signed and notarized page 3 The deadline to file requests for the current assessment roll is July 1st. Requests received after July 1st will be processed for the next assessment year (starting November) due to tax roll and statutory deadlines. Please allow 8-16 weeks for complete processing of the request; including updates to the PAMDC website and GIS Interactive Map. This may be extended due to heavy workloads. Processing time also varies throughout the year due to tax roll production and processing of data for submission to the Florida Department of Revenue and Miami-Dade County Tax Collector (MDCTC). Ensure all taxes due or delinquent have been paid to MDCTC. Parcel splits/groupings processed by PAMDC are for tax roll purposes only and do not imply that the surviving or created parcels comply with local zoning or building requirements. Any change that affects a parcel's characteristic, ownership or use may also affect the parcel's assessed value. If the property is encumbered by a mortgage, it is the property owner's responsibility to seek prior approval from the mortgage company for any legal changes to the property. Submit the completed form and all relevant documents, including recorded documents, surveys, and site plans by email, mail, or fax to PAMDC. Email: [email protected] Mail: Property Appraiser of Miami-Dade County, Attn: Realty Change, 111 NW 1st Street Suite 710, Miami, FL 33128 Fax: 305-375-4533 For questions, contact our office at 305-375-4060

Building Recertification of Real Estate Property

Building Recertification of Real Estate Property Unincorporated Miami-Dade County, along with various municipalities, occasionally mail letters to owners of properties over 30 years old. To better assist our residents' concerns with the building recertification under the Miami-Dade County building code, please find the building information file maintained by the Property Appraiser. Each municipality is responsible for the recertification process within their respective jurisdiction. Any questions regarding the requirements for building recertification should be directed to the municipality where the property is located. If you believe your property information is incorrect, call 305-375-4712 or email [email protected]. If your property is located within unincorporated Miami-Dade County, you may contact the Department of Regulatory and Economic Resources directly: Miami-Dade County Department of Regulatory and Economic Resources (RER) Miami-Dade County Permitting & Inspection Center 11805 SW 26th Street, Room 220 Miami, Florida 33175-2474 Phone: 786-315-2373 Miami-Dade County RER Building Recertification Website Office Hours: Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Recertification Reporting Forms for Unincorporated Miami-Dade County Below are recertification forms for unincorporated Miami-Dade County. Each municipality may have their own forms, in which you should visit their respective website to obtain. General Consideration & Guidelines Minimum Inspection Procedural Guidelines Structural Recertification Minimum Inspection Procedural Guidelines Electrical Recertification Certification of Compliance with Parking Lot Illumination Standards Certification of Compliance with Parking Lot Guardrails Requirements Exemption from Recertification Requirement Single-family homes, duplexes and non-residential farm buildings are exempt from recertification requirements. All other buildings with an occupant load of 10 or less and 2,000 square feet or less are also exempt from recertification requirements.

Property Purchasing Tax Disclosure

Property Purchasing Tax Disclosure This is the Disclosure Law in the Florida Statutes on disclosure of ad valorem taxes to a prospective purchaser. Florida Statute 689.261: Sale of residential property; disclosure of ad valorem taxes to prospective purchaser. (1) A prospective purchaser of residential property must be presented a disclosure summary at or before execution of the contract for sale. Unless a substantially similar disclosure summary is included in the contract for sale, a separate disclosure summary must be attached to the contract for sale. The disclosure summary, whether separate or included in the contract, must be in a form substantially similar to the following: PROPERTY TAX DISCLOSURE SUMMARY BUYER SHOULD NOT RELY ON THE SELLER'S CURRENT PROPERTY TAXES AS THE AMOUNT OF PROPERTY TAXES THAT THE BUYER MAY BE OBLIGATED TO PAY IN THE YEAR SUBSEQUENT TO PURCHASE. A CHANGE OF OWNERSHIP OR PROPERTY IMPROVEMENTS TRIGGERS REASSESSMENTS OF THE PROPERTY THAT COULD RESULT IN HIGHER PROPERTY TAXES. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS CONCERNING VALUATION, CONTACT THE COUNTY PROPERTY APPRAISER'S OFFICE FOR INFORMATION. (2) Unless included in the contract, the disclosure summary must be provided by the seller. If the disclosure summary is not included in the contract for sale, the contract for sale must refer to and incorporate by reference the disclosure summary and include, in prominent language, a statement that the potential purchaser should not execute the contract until he or she has read the disclosure summary required by this section.

Understanding Your Assessment

Appealing Your Assessment Understanding Your Assessment Each August, the Property Appraiser of Miami-Dade County mails a Notice of Proposed Property Taxes (TRIM Notice) to property owners. After TRIM Notices are mailed, our office begins what we refer to internally as the "interview period." During this time, property owners are encouraged to contact us to review and discuss their assessment or exemption concerns. This is an opportunity to go over the details of your TRIM Notice with our staff and resolve any discrepancies or questions you may have—often without needing to take further action. You're also welcome to reach out outside of this period, at any time during the year, to speak with us about your property's information. Contact Us for a Preliminary Review Call us at 305-375-4712 Submit an inquiry through our Contact Form Our team aims to respond within 3–5 business days. Submit an Assessment Review Form If further review is needed, complete the form and submit it online via the Contact Form: Download the Assessment Review Form (PDF) Submit through the Contact Form Application Or visit us in person: Stephen P. Clark Center (Main Office) 111 NW 1 Street Suite 710 Miami, FL 33128 South Dade Government Center 10710 SW 211 Street 2nd Floor Cutler Bay, FL 33189 Please include relevant supporting documents: Date-stamped photos of damage Repair estimates, invoices, or receipts Insurance documentation Comparable recent sales Commercial Properties: January 1st rent roll 12-month operating statement Federal tax return (related to the property) Appraisal and related documentation Filing a Formal Appeal If your concerns remain unresolved, you may file an appeal with the Value Adjustment Board (VAB). Appeals must be filed within 25 days of the TRIM Notice mailing date. Confidential Records Reminder Confidential records cannot be discussed with third parties without written authorization from the property owner. Download the Confidential Information Authorization Form (PDF) Related Resources Appeal to the Value Adjustment Board Appeal Tangible Personal Property

Taxing Authorities

Taxing Authorities The Property Appraiser of Miami-Dade County does not determine the amount of taxes you pay. The taxes can increase or decrease depending on tax rates set by the school board, commissioners, cities and other taxing authorities. Miami-Dade County issues the Notice, but many taxing authorities collect taxes against property such as the School Board, Cities, South Florida Water Management District, Children's Trust, Florida Inland Navigational District, Everglades project, etc. In addition, Miami-Dade County provides services such as Sheriff, Fire Rescue and Library to name a few. The School Board of Miami-Dade County collects property taxes to run school operations. The Property Appraiser does not set tax rates. However, the taxing authorities use the Property Appraiser's taxable value to determine the taxes they levy. Budget Hearings Before taxing authorities can levy taxes against your property they are required to have budget hearing that are open to the public. The dates, times and locations for all Miami-Dade County budget hearings are listed on the Notice. Municipalities hold their own budget hearings as well. Taxing Authority Budget Hearings Millage Rates See annual millage (property tax) rates for each Miami-Dade municipality, as well School Board, Countywide and other tax assessing districts. Millage Rate Archives Millage rates since 2000: 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004, 2003, 2002, 2001, 2000