Declaratory judgment actions allow parties to a potential action to determine their rights and responsibilities before a lawsuit is filed. The affidavit must be notarized. 8.You must file your completed paper work with the Clerk of the Circuit Court in the appropriate county. The following requirements apply to cases in the Civil Division of the County Court. This is a type of lawsuit that seeks clarification of rights rather than money damages. Any person seeking a declaratory judgment may also demand additional, alternative, coercive, subsequent, or supplemental relief in the same action. History.—s. Civil, Family and Probate Courts Online System. Party Name, Local Case Number, State Case Number, Hearing. Below is a listing of declaratory statements. This information is provided in the most accessible electronic format possible.