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News Item: On January 1, 2020, changes in Florida state law and the Florida Rules of Procedure have changed a variety of court actions.
On January 1, 2020, changes in Florida state law and the Florida Rules of Procedure have changed a variety of court actions.

As of January 1, 2020, appeals of Monroe and Miami-Dade County court orders or judgments with an amount in controversy greater than $15,000 will be heard by the Third District Court of Appeal. This change is in effect until January 1, 2023, when the provision repeals.

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COVID-19 Information and Updates for Employees

The SCS Court Emergency Management Group is actively monitoring the situation and will convey information and important updates to employees via the FLcourts.org and Intranet websites.

March 13, 2020
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Order on jury trials in COVID crisis

Due to COVID-19, most jury trials in the state courts will be suspended for a minimum of two weeks under a statewide orderPDF Download issued Friday by Florida Chief Justice Charles Canady. The order takes effect Monday, March 16, 2020.

Canady also authorized local judges to use remote electronic means of...

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COVID first guidelines press release

On March 11, 2020, Florida Chief Justice Charles Canady issued an orderPDF Download outlining a first set of guidelines within the state courts system as it confronts COVID-19. 

“The health and safety of those who come into our courthouses and courtrooms seeking justice is a top concern for me, along with...

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