Felony

Kelvin Soto, Esq.
Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller
2 Courthouse Square
Kissimmee, Florida 34741
Phone: (407) 742-3500

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A felony is a criminal offense that is punishable under Florida laws (or that would be punishable if committed in Florida) by death or imprisonment in a state penitentiary.

Felony charges include, but are not limited to:

Aggravated Battery
Aggravated Child Abuse
Burglary
Forgery and Uttering
Grand Theft
Kidnapping
Manslaughter
Murder
Sexual Battery

Frequently Asked Questions

How will I know when to come to court?

When formal charges are filed with the Clerk’s Office you will be notified by mail of an arraignment date. If you bonded out of jail, your bondsman will be notified as well. All notices will be sent to the address that was given at the time of arrest.

What happens after an arrest on a felony charge and I am released from the Osceola County Jail?

The Clerk’s office receives the initial paperwork from the Osceola County Jail after a felony arrest. The Felony Department prepares the official court file, including the original arrest document as well as any release form.

This information is also forwarded to the Office of the State Attorney. The State Attorney then reviews the case and makes the determination to file or not file formal charges.

What happens after an arrest on a felony charge and I am released from the Osceola County Jail?

This information is also forwarded to the Office of the State Attorney. The State Attorney then reviews the case and makes the determination to file or not file formal charges.

What if I move?

If you move, it is your responsibility to notify the Clerk’s Office in writing. The mailing address is:

Clerk of Circuit Court
Kelvin Soto, Esq. – Felony Department
2 Courthouse Square
Kissimmee, FL 34741

What is an arraignment?

An arraignment is a hearing where a defendant is advised of the formal charges filed by the State Attorney. At the arraignment, a pre-trial date and possibly a trial date will be set.

Can I change my court date after notification?

The Felony Department cannot change your court date. Please contact your attorney to help you with this matter.

When will the person that posted my cash bond receive their money back?

Once you have appeared for all court hearings and have been sentenced, the depositor will receive a check within 14 business days. Please be advised, pursuant to Section 903.286, Florida Statutes, the Clerk of Court SHALL deduct any court fees, fines and costs from any cash bond posted on or after 07/01/2005. The remainder of the bond would then be mailed back to the depositor.

What happens if I fail to appear for my court date?

Failure to appear may result in serious consequences. A felony judge may issue a warrant for your arrest. You may forfeit any bond that you have posted, thus losing money or collateral.

Can anyone attend a criminal proceeding?

All felony sessions are public unless certain proceedings are specifically closed by a judge.

Related Forms & Documents

Click here for Related Forms & Documents for the Felony Division.

Related Fees

MAKING COPY OF ANY INSTRUMENT IN THE PUBLIC RECORD	$1.00
CERTIFYING COPIES OF ANY INSTRUMENT IN THE PUBLIC RECORD	$2.00
SEARCHES OF RECORDS, FOR EACH YEAR SEARCHED	$2.00
EXEMPLIFIED CERTIFICATES, INCLUDING SIGNING & SEALING	$7.00
FOR SIGNING AND SEALING SUBPOENAS	$2.00
OATH, ADMINISTERING, ATTESTING AND SEALING	$3.50
ISSUING & FILING SUBPOENA FOR A WITNESS	$7.00
ISSUANCE OF SUMMONS	$10.00
APPLICATION FOR CRIMINAL INDIGENT STATUS	$50.00
SEALING ANY COURT FILE OR EXPUNGEMENT OF RECORD	$42.00
PREPARING, NUMBERING & INDEXING ORIGINAL RECORD OF APPELLATE PROCEEDINGS	$3.50
APPEAL TO 5TH DCA ($300 MADE PAYABLE TO 5TH DCA, $100 MADE PAYABLE TO CLERK OF CIRCUIT COURT)	$400.00
CERTIFIED MAILING OF APPEAL RECORD – (upfront base fee – plus applicable postal rates invoiced upon mail receipt.)	$15.30
APPEAL FROM COUNTY TO CIVIL COURT	$281.00