Contacting the Civil Division
2601 West Broward Boulevard
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312
All documents for service should be mailed to
Broward Sheriff's OfficeCivil Division
P.O. Box 9507
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33310
Phone: (954) 831-8787
General Fax: (954) 321-4713
Other Important Phone Numbers
BSO Restraining Order Issuance Information
To learn whether a respondent has been served with a restraining order, please call (954) 831-8777.
Jail Confinement Status Information
To inquire if the respondent is in jail, please call (954) 831-5900.
Victim Notification
To be notified if the respondent has been or is being released from jail, please call (954) 321-4135.
Women in Distress
For information about the services and resources available through Women in Distress, please call their 24-hour hotline at (954) 761-1133.
BSO Special Process Server Information
For information about BSO's Special Process Server appointments, please call (954) 321-4426.