If you want to file a motion, the process is generally something like this: You write your motion. You file your motion with the court clerk. The court clerk inserts the date and time your motion will be heard by the judge. You “serve” (mail) your motion to the other side.
The Florida Courts E-Filing Portal is a single statewide website where users can file court documents in Florida's trial and appellate courts. E-filing is the electronic filing of documents to the clerk's office.
In Broward County, Florida. Filing Small Claims. Have Defendant Served. Know the defendant's full name and address. Attend Pretrial. Conference. Court Enters Judgment. File Your Claim. Check Venue. 491 N State Road 7, Plantation, FL, 33317.
How do I submit documents to be issued in Broward County? Summons, writs, subpoenas and other documents that are issued by the clerk should be E-Filed. Choose the appropriate Document Group type from the dropdown list and then choose the appropriate Document Type for that group.
With the exception of motions filed pursuant to rule 9.410(b), a party may serve 1 response to a motion within 15 days of service of the motion. The court may shorten or extend the time for response to a motion.
In addition to caption requirements, the motion must: (1) be in writing; (2) be signed by the party or party attorney making the motion; (3) state the grounds on which it is based; (4) be served on the adverse party; and (5) be alleged specifically and be sworn to by the defendant.
The Florida Bar / Florida Supreme Court have not approved any standardized forms for unlawful detainers so you will have to hire an attorney. The first step in an unlawful detainer is to issue the occupant a notice to vacate. Then contact us to file the case in court.
In Broward County, Florida. Filing Small Claims. Have Defendant Served. Know the defendant's full name and address. Attend Pretrial. Conference. Court Enters Judgment. File Your Claim. Check Venue. 491 N State Road 7, Plantation, FL, 33317.
As such, while there is no exact answer as to the specific time it takes to remove a Tenant in the State of Florida through the Eviction process, if Florida Statutes, Chapter 83 is strictly followed, it can generally be stated that the Eviction Process from start to finish takes about three (3) to four (4) weeks.
Conclusion: Going to small claims court may be worth it for $500, but it will determine how you weigh your costs versus benefits. At a minimum, it is worth it to send a demand letter.