Florida — 5th Judicial Circuit Court Process Server Bond
Renewing your Fifth Judicial Circuit process server certification? Arrange the $5,000 bond through The Southern Agency, then include it with your renewal documents before your certification expires.
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- Recorded state
- Florida
- Category
- Professional & occupational licenses
What this bond does
The bond is part of the court's certified process server renewal package. It backs your duties when serving civil process and must show its beginning and expiration dates.
- Who needs it
- This bond is intended for individuals currently listed as certified civil process servers within the Fifth Judicial Circuit of Florida who are preparing their renewal documentation for submission to the Program Coordinator.
- Who it protects
- Florida law provides the bond for people wrongfully injured by a process server’s malfeasance, misfeasance, neglect of duty or incompetence in carrying out process-serving duties.
Your bond option
This is the option on record for this bond.
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The bond amount describes the limit of the bond obligation, not the price. A listed amount does not establish what the requesting party requires. The premium is what you pay and must be confirmed for the actual option. An E&O limit, where listed, is separate errors and omissions insurance.
Sources
- Fifth Judicial Circuit of Florida Process Server Program (opens in a new tab)Checked October 21, 2026
- Florida Statutes §48.29(3)(g): certified process server bond (opens in a new tab)Checked October 21, 2026
Have these ready
- Your certified process server name and identification number.
- The $5,000 requirement and bond beginning and expiration dates.
- Your current certification expiration date so you can plan the renewal filing.
- The court's renewal update and good-conduct/oath forms for completion with the issued bond.
Questions about this bond
What is the required amount for the Fifth Judicial Circuit process server bond?
The required surety bond amount for renewal is $5,000.00.
Where should I submit my bond and renewal documentation?
Documentation should be submitted to the Certified Process Server Program Coordinator, c/o Court Administration, Lake County Courthouse, PO Box 7800, Tavares, FL 32778, or via email to Process@Circuit5.org.
Is the surety bond the only item needed for renewal?
No. The renewal package also includes a completed Process Server Renewal Update, a notarized Certificate of Good Conduct and Oath, and the required court renewal payment.
Are there specific format requirements for electronic document submission?
Yes, all electronic files must be submitted in PDF format.