Broward County Clerk of Courts (Traffic)
Broward County handles traffic matters at the main courthouse in Fort Lauderdale. Covers citations from BSO, Fort Lauderdale PD, Pompano Beach, Hollywood, and FHP Troop L.
Florida Rule of Traffic Court 6.340 lets you file a sworn, notarized Affidavit of Defense in lieu of personal appearance. Post the required bond, attach any evidence, and mail the packet so it reaches the clerk at least 5 business days before your hearing date:
Broward County Clerk of Courts (Traffic)
201 SE 6th St
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
Broward County (17th Judicial Circuit) accepts a written Affidavit of Defense under Florida Rule of Traffic Court 6.340. The standard bond is $75, which you post with the sworn, notarized affidavit. The packet must reach the clerk at least 5 business days before your scheduled hearing date. Attach photos, witness statements, or other documentary evidence; the hearing officer decides the case in writing.
Florida lets you resolve most non-criminal infractions online by paying the civil penalty within 30 days. Pay through Broward County Clerk of Courts (Traffic)’s online pay portal.
Every extra week between the citation and your filing is another week the officer can forget. Florida courts routinely grant first-time extension requests as a matter of course — you generally do not need a hardship reason.
- Typical grant
- 30 additional days
- Method
- Online form
- Bail deadline
- Extended with the response deadline.
- Traffic clerk phone
- (954) 831-6565
“I’d like to request a 30-day extension on my response deadline so I can prepare and file a Trial by Written Declaration. My citationnumber is ____.”
Common Florida violations eligible by mail
Not legal advice. Courthouse addresses, hours, and filing procedures change. Verify with the official Florida court website before mailing or appearing.