This form is a sample letter in Word format covering the subject matter of the title of the form.
This form is a sample letter in Word format covering the subject matter of the title of the form.
Pursuant to Chapter 119, Florida Statutes, requests for public records may be submitted in person, by mail, online submission form, email or telephonically. A public records request does not have to be in writing as a prerequisite for completing a public records request.
Yes, but all letters, email or other written communications sent to a judge should be filed with the clerk and provided to the attorneys or litigants, and will become public record.
Yes. Certain ex parte communications to a judge or court personnel are allowed by law. For example, if you are contesting a citation (commonly called a “ticket”) for a traffic infraction, the law allows you to submit a written explanation directly to the court.
Federal case files are maintained electronically and are available through the internet-based Public Access to Court Electronic Records (PACER) service. PACER allows anyone with an account to search and locate appellate, district, and bankruptcy court case and docket information. Register for a PACER account.
By Florida law, the Clerk of Courts in each county is the official custodian of court records. Click here to access the Clerk's Online Services, including official records, civil/family/probate cases, criminal cases and traffic cases, or you may call the Clerk's 24-hour voice response system at (305) 275-1155.
How To Start Your Letter. Your letter should start with “Dear Judge (last name of the judge assigned to the case)” but you should mail, email or fax your letter to the defendant's attorney. You should not send your letter directly to the judge. It must be provided to the judge by the attorney.
As long as the proceeding was not sealed, anyone may obtain a transcript. To obtain a written transcript of a proceeding where a court reporter was present, contact the court reporter listed in the minutes of the proceeding.
Anonymous Public/Case Search users may view all court records except those that are expunged or sealed, automatically confidential under rule 2.420(d)(1), Fla, R. Gen.
Introduce yourself in the opening paragraph. Outline your relationship with the person who is the subject of the legal proceedings. Acknowledge the charges that have been brought against the person. State your opinion of the person's general character.
Tips for Writing a Letter to a Judge: Be Respectful: Use formal language and address the judge appropriately. Be Concise: Keep the letter focused and to the point. Provide Relevant Information: Stick to facts and avoid emotional appeals that lack substance.