Contacting the Civil Division

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Broward Sheriff's Office Civil Division
2601 West Broward Boulevard
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312

All documents for service should be mailed to

Broward Sheriff's Office
Civil 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.