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1. How do I pay for a boating violation?

If the body of water on which you received the citation straddles two counties, check the ticket to see which county you were cited in.

How to Pay Your Citation

You may pay your court fines, fees, restitution, and other costs using either of the three methods listed. However, some traffic violations require that you show proof of insurance, drivers license, or other required items before the traffic citation can be considered closed. Failure to do so may result in the suspension of the defendant’s drivers license.

1. Pay in person at our Criminal Division located at:
   M.C. Blanchard Judicial Building
   190 W Government Street
   2nd Floor
   Pensacola, FL 32502
   Phone: 850-595-4150
2. Pay by phone using a Visa, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express.  Phone: 850-595-4150
3. Send a check by mail to the Clerk’s office, payable to "Clerk of Court" to:
   P.O. Box 333
   Pensacola, FL 32591-0333

2. How long do I have to pay for fishing or boating violation?

Generally, these are civil infractions with fines that can be paid through the mail. A boating violation must be paid within 30 days of the date on the citation. That means that within the 30 days after the date of the ticket you may pay the fine and do not have to appear in court.

If you do not pay the fine before the 30 days is up or you intend to contest the charge, you must appear in court at the time and place designated on your ticket.

3. What are more facts on boating violations?

• As with a traffic ticket, if you choose to go to court and contest the ticket, you waive your right to the civil penalty and can be assessed a fine of up to $500. 
• Anyone receiving two or more boating infractions within a 12-month period may be required to attend a boating safety course.