Brevard County’s court system spans over 70 miles of coastline, with courthouses in Viera, Melbourne, and Titusville. The main courthouse — the Harry T. and Harriette V. Moore Justice Center in Viera — handles the majority of circuit and county court matters. But depending on where you were cited or arrested, your case might be assigned to the Melbourne branch instead.
At The Law Office of James P. Kelly, we handle criminal and traffic defense in Brevard County.
Brevard County operates under the Eighteenth Judicial Circuit, the same circuit covering Seminole County.
Harry T. and Harriette V. Moore Justice Center (Viera)
Melbourne Branch Courthouse
Historic Titusville Courthouse
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I-95, US-1, and the Beachline Expressway (SR-528) cut through Brevard County and generate a steady stream of citations. Speeding, reckless driving, and DUI charges are common along these corridors.
The county’s proximity to Cape Canaveral and Cocoa Beach also means many defendants are visitors or temporary workers who need representation without making multiple trips to court.
The Brevard County Sheriff’s Office Court Security Unit handles security at all courthouse locations — screening visitors and patrolling courtroom areas and parking lots.
Criminal convictions create a permanent record. Even a misdemeanor can affect background checks for employment, professional licensing, and housing. Florida does not automatically expunge or seal criminal records.
Traffic convictions add points under the statewide system:
Insurance impact: A single speeding ticket conviction can increase premiums by hundreds of dollars per year for three to five years.
CDL holders working at Cape Canaveral, Patrick Space Force Base, or along Brevard’s logistics corridors face additional risk. Federal masking rules prohibit CDL holders from using traffic school or withholding adjudication to avoid a conviction.
Brevard and Seminole share the Eighteenth Circuit, but the courthouses, judges, and prosecutors are distinct to each county.
One detail that catches people off guard: Friday hours at the Moore Justice Center end at 4:30 PM for court administration — 30 minutes earlier than Monday through Thursday.
The outcome often depends on what happens before you step into the courtroom:
If you have been arrested, having an attorney involved from the first appearance can influence your bond amount, release conditions, and the overall trajectory of your case.
For most traffic cases in Brevard County, The Law Office of James P. Kelly can handle the entire process without you appearing. The firm serves clients throughout the Space Coast, from Titusville to Palm Bay.
Court administration at the Moore Justice Center closes at 4:30 PM on Fridays. The Clerk’s office maintains standard 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM hours Monday through Friday.
Your citation or arrest paperwork will identify the location. Central Brevard cases are generally heard in Viera, and southern Brevard cases go to Melbourne.
Designated parking is available at the Moore Justice Center in Viera. Contact the court at (321) 633-2171 for current parking details.
The information on this page is provided for general informational purposes and does not constitute legal advice. Every case involves unique facts and circumstances that affect the outcome. Contacting The Law Office of James P. Kelly, P.A. does not create an attorney-client relationship. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes.
