Court News

The Office of the State Courts Administrator (OSCA) provides information and brief write-ups about newsworthy events happening in and around the Florida court system.

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Look to Courts for Accurate Information

Florida’s courts handle millions of case filings every year, and some of those cases garner a lot of public interest. When a high-profile case is in the news or trending or social media, you can always look to the courts themselves for accurate information.

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Important Changes at the Second District Court of Appeal

Beginning October 29, 2024, and until further notice, in-person filings for the Second DCA will be accepted at the George Edgecomb Courthouse, 6th floor, 800 E. Twiggs St., Tampa, FL 33602. Second DCA staff will be present at the Edgecomb Courthouse to assist with in-person needs. The mailing address for...

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October is Cybersecurity Month; Technology Commission Addresses Branch Readiness

By preparing for cybersecurity threats, having a plan to respond to cybersecurity events, and following some simple recommendations, we can all help to limit the impacts of online criminal activity and continue to enjoy the benefits of our connected services.

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Alternative Dispute Resolution Week

For 2024, Mediation Week officially changes to Alternative Dispute Resolution Week in recognition of the importance of all forms of alternative dispute resolution. Chief Justice Carlos G. Muñiz signed a proclamation recognizing October 13-19 as Alternative Dispute Resolution Week in Florida’s courts.

News Item: October 08, 2024
Chief Justice Carlos G. Muñiz Awards 2024 Judicial Excellence Award to Seventeenth Circuit Judge Ari Porth

Judge Ari Abraham Porth is the 2024 circuit court recipient of the Chief Justice Judicial Excellence Award, recognizing Judge Porth’s exceptional commitment to the judicial branch and his outstanding contributions to the 17th Judicial Circuit in Broward County.

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Hurricane Milton Updates

As of Wednesday, October 16, all state courts have reopened after closures due to Hurricane Milton. Until further notice, no in-person filings will be accepted at the Second DCA location in the Stetson Tampa Law Center. Such filings should instead be made at the Sixth DCA, Located at 811 E. Main...

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Twentieth Annual FLAFCC-OSCA Education Program

The Florida Chapter of the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts (FLAFCC) and the Office of the State Courts Administrator (OSCA) recently held their 20th Annual Advanced Education Program with the theme “Recognize the Signs: Plan the Solutions.”

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Summer 2024 Full Court Press Newsletter

The new edition of the Full Court Press, the official newsletter of the Florida State Courts System, is now available on the Florida Courts website.

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Mark Weinberg, Court Administrator, 7th Judicial Circuit of Florida, Receives the Justice Management Institute’s Ernest C. Friesen Award of Excellence

Mark Weinberg has been selected by the Justice Management Institute (JMI) Board of Directors as the recipient of its 2024 Ernest C. Friesen Award of Excellence to recognize his leadership and achievements in enhancing and improving the administration of justice.

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Teaching the Next Generation of Mediators

Students at the University of Florida Levin College of Law had the opportunity to attend a Florida Supreme Court certified county mediation training presented by Professor Donna Erez-Navot and OSCA Senior Court Operations Consultant Kimberly Kosch.

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Nominations are Open for the 2024 Reporters’ Workshop

Now is the time to submit nominations for the 2024 Reporters’ Workshop, which will be held in Tallahassee from October 6-8, 2024. For more information and the nomination form, please visit http://www.floridabar.org/reportersworkshop.

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Congratulations to OSCA’s Newest Certified Public Managers!

Six OSCA staff members recently graduated from the Certified Public Manager program at Florida State University.

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Hurricane Debby Closure Updates

The Florida Supreme Court and the Office of the State Courts Administrator are open Tuesday, August 6, 2024. Some Florida state courts remain closed due to impacts from Hurricane Debby. Visit www.flcourts.gov/debby for the latest updates and court closures.

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Florida Adopts NextGen Bar Exam for July 2028

Starting in July 2028, Florida will adopt the NextGen Bar Exam, replacing the Multistate Bar Examination (MBE) and keeping a Florida-specific component. Approved by the Florida Supreme Court, this aims to give early notice to law students and schools. The NextGen Bar Exam will cover essential skills identified by Florida...

Judge Collins holding the award presented by Chief Justice Muñiz, also pictured July 12, 2024
Chief Justice Muñiz Presents 2024 Judicial Excellence Award to Palm Beach County Judge

Judge Sherri L. Collins of the Palm Beach County Court is the recipient of the 2024 Chief Justice Award for Judicial Excellence. Chief Justice Carlos G. Muñiz presented the honor at the annual education program of the Conference of County Court Judges of Florida.

News Item: June 25, 2024
Judicial Branch Budget for FY 2024-2025

The state budget for FY 2024-2025 has been approved, with most of the items requested in the judicial branch's legislative budget request being partially or fully funded.

OSCA News Feature June 18, 2024
FCTC Honors Chief Judge Munyon's Leadership

The Florida Courts Technology Commission (FCTC) is saying farewell to its long-serving chair, Chief Judge Lisa Munyon of the Ninth Judicial Circuit, who is concluding her service with the commission on June 30, 2024. 

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Spring 2024 Full Court Press Newsletter

The new edition of the Full Court Press, the official newsletter of the Florida State Courts System, is now available on the Florida Courts website.

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Prepare Now for Hurricane Season

With the 2024 hurricane season beginning on June 1, now is the time to review and test emergency procedures, update communication plans, and assess overall preparedness.

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Florida Courts Technology Commission Seeks Public Member

The Florida Courts Technology Commission is accepting applications for a public member to serve on the Commission. Applications are due by May 31, 2024. Complete information is available on the Florida Courts website.

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Avoid Email Phishing Scams

Scammers never rest. Be cautious of a new email scam about phony court cases, and stay vigilant about jury duty scams that are still circulating. Read our five reminders to help avoid becoming the victim of a scam.

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May is Problem-Solving Court and Opioid & Stimulant Use Disorder Month

May ushers in both Problem-Solving Court Month and Opioid & Stimulant Use Disorder Awareness Month. Read the proclamation issued by Chief Justice Carlos G. Muñiz and find numerous resources online to make the most of this important month.

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ACIS is Live Statewide!

The Appellate Case Information System (ACIS) is now live in all of Florida’s appellate courts. ACIS allows users to search court dockets and available case documents for the Florida Supreme Court and all six of Florida’s District Courts of Appeal.

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Judicial Campaign Conduct Forums

Anyone seeking judicial office should plan to attend an upcoming Judicial Campaign Conduct Forum. The forums are scheduled for May 2 and 3, 2024, and will be held in Fort Lauderdale, Jacksonville, Orlando, Tallahassee, Tampa, and online via Zoom.

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Introducing the Half Court Press!

The Half Court Press is a new publication designed to feature important news and events that happen between releases of the Full Court Press newsletter.

Florida Supreme Court Justice John Couriel and Judge Angela Cowden, Tenth Judicial Circuit, at the opening panel of the Florida Court Personnel Institute. February 21, 2024
2024 Florida Court Personnel Institute

This February, more than 300 court employees from across the state participated in the 2024 Florida Court Personnel Institute. The institute is designed to help attendees enhance knowledge, build skills, and promote ethical standards, all with the goal of ensuring the competent and fair administration of justice.

Recipients of the Pro Bono Service Awards presented by Chief Justice Carlos G. Muñiz are pictured below the Justices from left to right: Distinguished Judicial Service Award recipients Judge Beth Bloom and Judge Robin L. Rosenberg, Law Firm Commendation recipients Nadine Gedeon and Cristina Morales of the Gedeon & Morales Law Group, Tobias Simon Pro Bono Service Award recipient Jamie Billotte Moses, Judicial Service Award recipient Judge Bertila Soto, and Voluntary Bar Association Pro Bono Service Award recipient the Lake County Bar Association represented by President Mona R. Payne. January 26, 2024
2024 Florida Pro Bono Service Awards

The Florida Pro Bono Service Awards are an annual event honoring the exceptional efforts of Florida lawyers, judges, law firms, and bar associations to provide free legal services to those in need. This year's awards ceremony was held on January 18, 2024.

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Meet Florida's Newest Supreme Court Justice

Start the New Year by learning more about the newest member of the Supreme Court of Florida, Justice Meredith L. Sasso.

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Fall 2023 Full Court Press Newsletter

The fall 2023 edition of the Full Court Press is here!

Image of lady justice statute with text. 2023 Year in Review. A look back at some of the important court stories of 2023. December 27, 2023
2023 Year in Review

The end of the year is a great time to reflect on some of the important events that took place in the Florida State Courts System in 2023.

 

Last Modified: September 25, 2024