Fla. Prob. R. 5.170 · Part I. — GENERAL
EVIDENCE
Text — October 1, 2026 edition
In proceedings under the Florida Probate Code and the Florida Guardianship Law the rules of evidence in civil actions are applicable unless specifically changed by the Florida Probate Code, the Florida Guardianship Law, or these rules.
Notes and commentary — not rule text
Committee Notes
Rule History
1977 Revision: New rule.
1984 Revision: To further clarify the intent of the rule to incorporate the provisions of the Florida Evidence Code (chapter 90, Florida Statutes) when not in conflict with the Florida Probate Code or Florida Guardianship Law, or rules applicable to these particular proceedings.
1992 Revision: Citation form changes in committee notes.
2003 Revision: Committee notes revised. Statutory References ch. 90, Fla. Stat. Florida Evidence Code. § 733.107, Fla. Stat. Burden of proof in contests; presumption of undue influence.
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