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7 verbatim requirements from document (unlisted) [unlisted] COVID-19_DependencyCases_McFee.
20th Judicial Circuit. Procedural information only; not legal advice.
Verbatim from https://www.ca.cjis20.org/pdf/COVID-19_DependencyCases_McFee.pdf, harvested 2026-07-25; whitespace normalised only. • McFee) shall be conducted online via Zoom video teleconferencing app via Smartphone, Tablet or Desktop device. • Parents and Caregivers who are -- 1 of 6 -- represented by counsel are required to obtain this code from counsel or Case Manager. • I All trials and complex evidentiary hearings will be addressed preliminarily with a hearing conducted as set forth in this Order and, if necessary, will be set in a manner sufficient to ensure a full and fair hearing. t Should there be a need for an Interpreter, please advise the Court as soon as possible so necessary arrangements may be attempted using alternative equiPment. f If a party seeks an in-person appearance for any hearing, a new motion must be filed, and a case specific order granting such relief entered prior to an in-person appearance. • Rights of the parents must also be strictly protected, the court recognizes that exceptions to all these general rules and applications will exist and will be dealt with as necessary. t Accordingly, in conformity with the administrative orders and this Court's inherent authority to manage its docket, and in line with federal, state, and local public health advisories and orders, this division shall implement procedures that utilize available technology to preserve access to courts and conduct court business while mitigating the spread of COVID-19. • I Regardless of the type of hearinB, do not come to court if you think you have been exposed to COVID-I9, have traveled to an area with widespread or ongoing community spread of COVID-l9, or you are or have been sick or exhibiting fever, cough, shortness of breath, or any other possible indication of infection as described by your health care professional or relevant local, state, or federal officials. • Collier County Dependency Court shall be conducted online/telephonically via • If there are any issues with the Zoom app or the ability to call in, you must notiff the Court in advance of the hearing, or, if appropriate, file a motion seeking relief.
McFee) shall be conducted online via Zoom video teleconferencing app via Smartphone, Tablet or Desktop device.
Reviewer note: Order PDF sha256: a7d487a0e2cedd4429aceb3f466019c715459e1deda1ef4c1ffe63fd0578e9b0. Extracted from the order's own text layer.
Judge Bell caps motions and responses at 5 pages for UMC hearings and 12 pages for special-set hearings.
Judge Alijewicz requires every motion for attorney's fees and/or costs to attach a document detailing time records — no records, no fee award.
Judge Corlew bars informal contact: every communication with the Court must be in writing, filed with the Clerk, with copies furnished to all parties — and no calls to the JA to schedule or cancel UMC.