Sumter County, FL

11/14/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 11/14/2024 07:15

Sumter County Clerk of Court, Gloria R. Hayward Announces ERecording, PFA, Cybersecurity Updates

Gloria R. Hayward, Sumter County Clerk of Court, is pleased to announce several important updates to public services, including the successful launch of a new e-recording system, a free property fraud alert program, and enhanced cybersecurity measures to protect public records.

E-Recording System Now Live


In June, the Clerk's office launched an upgraded e-recording system in partnership with CSC, which allows banks, title companies, legal offices, and contractors to submit documents electronically. These records are then merged with paper filings as part of daily operations, improving efficiency and reducing processing times

"We are excited to offer an efficient, streamlined service that benefits both our partners and the public," said Clerk Gloria R. Hayward.


Free Property Fraud Alerts for Citizens


The Clerk's office also offers a free property fraud alert service to help prevent fraudulent activity. More than 18,000 residents have already registered to receive notifications if suspicious activity is detected on their property records. The service is easy to join and available on the Clerk's website .


Strengthened Cybersecurity Measures

To safeguard public records, the Clerk's office has implemented robust cybersecurity measures, funded through the Clerk FL Cybersecurity Grant. These include:

  • -- ProofPoint Protect for email security and fraud prevention
  • -- Armis Advanced Network Detection to monitor unauthorized devices
  • -- CrowdStrike EDR Complete for 24/7 malware detection
  • -- Enhanced disaster recovery systems with encrypted backups

These upgrades ensure the safety and integrity of Sumter County's public records


Digitizing Historical Records

The Clerk's office is also digitizing historical court records dating back to 1990, as well as record books dating to 1853, making these documents more accessible and preserving the county's rich history for future generations.


About Gloria R. Hayward, Sumter County Clerk of Court

Gloria R. Hayward is committed to providing secure, efficient, and accessible public services to the citizens of Sumter County.