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You may call us at 386-758-1077 or you can send us a message.
Columbia County Tax Collector’s Office
PUBLIC INFORMATION
Public Records Requests
Find the right records contact and choose how to request inspection or copies.
Ways to make a request
You may request public records without giving your name or explaining why you want them. A written request or online form is not required.
The form is optional. If you prefer not to provide electronic contact information, use the phone, mail or in-person options above.
Find the right agency
Different offices maintain different records. Start with the contact that matches what you need.
Tax Collector records
For records held by this office, contact our Records Management Liaison Officer at 386-758-1080.
Budget documents already available online →Driver license & motor vehicle records
Columbia’s published instructions direct these requests to the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles.
FLHSMV assistance: 850-617-2000
Motor vehicle records: DMVrecords@flhsmv.gov
Driver license records: HSMV-Records@flhsmv.gov
State record request requirements and restrictions may apply. Use FLHSMV’s instructions for the record you need.
Tax deed auctions & surplus funds
Tax deed auctions are handled by the Columbia County Clerk of the Circuit Court. For overbid or surplus funds from a tax deed auction, call 386-719-7580.
Help us locate the records
A clear description helps staff identify what you want. Include the details you know; these suggestions do not require you to identify yourself.
- The type of record, such as an approved budget, invoice or correspondence.
- The date range or fiscal year.
- The subject, department or other identifying detail.
- Whether you want to inspect the records or receive copies, and your preferred format.
Example description
“I would like electronic copies of office postage invoices for October through December 2025. Please let me know the estimated cost before copies are prepared.”
If you want staff to contact you about clarification, an estimate or delivery, you may provide a way to reach you.
Costs, timing & access
Can there be a charge?
Copying charges and other charges authorized by law may apply. Requests requiring extensive technology resources or clerical or supervisory assistance may involve a reasonable special service charge. Ask for an estimate of the time and cost involved.
Contact the office about the charges applicable to your request. This page does not establish a separate fee schedule.
How long will a request take?
Florida law requires prompt acknowledgement and a good-faith response. The time needed depends on locating the records, the request’s scope and review of any exempt information. There is no single fixed number of days for every request.
What if some information is confidential or exempt?
Information protected by law may be withheld or redacted. Nonexempt portions are available as required by law. You may ask for the legal basis for a withholding or redaction.
Will my email address become a public record?
Under Florida law, email addresses are public records. If you do not want your email address released in response to a public records request, contact the office by phone, mail or in person.
Online request form
Use the existing office form below if you prefer to request records online. You may also call or visit without using the form.
Information reviewed October 21, 2026. Public access is governed by Florida law, including applicable exemptions.
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