The Flagler County Clerk's office continuing to process domestic violence injunctions amid COVID-19

PALM COAST, Fla. - April 21, 2020 - PRLog -- The Flagler County Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller will continue to process domestic violence injunctions against Domestic Violence, Repeat Violence, Dating Violence, or Sexual Violence amid the COVID-19 lockdown.

"We want Flagler County residents to rest assured that protective injunctions, including domestic violence injunctions, or restraining orders, are an essential service and remain available to the public," said Tom Bexley, Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller. "If you are in need of distance from a domestic abuse situation, please do not hesitate to contact the Flagler County Clerk's office to find out how we can best serve you," Mr. Bexley added.

There have been reports that incidents of domestic violence are increasing during this time of quarantine. Florida Clerks, and the Flagler County Clerk's office want to ensure everyone that no matter the circumstance, Floridians can depend on their Clerks to provide an important avenue to protection. The Clerk's office remains committed to being a valuable resource for the community and to work hard to provide protective injunction services. Baker Act and Marchman Act cases are also continuing during this time to provide protections for individuals experiencing mental health and/or addiction issues. As always, if you or someone you know is in immediate danger, call 911.

Other important services remain available, and many, such as payments for court-ordered financial obligations, are available online at https://flaglerclerk.com/, or call 386-313-4400.