DV Injunction Hearing

Before filing

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File the petition on the approved form
There is no filing fee for a domestic violence injunction petition.

Filing

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The court reviews the petition promptly; a temporary injunction may issue ex parte
Rule: Domestic Violence Injunctions: Ex Parte Temporary Relief and Prompt Full Hearing — Fla. Fam. L. R. P. 12.610; § 741.30, Fla. Stat. →

Scheduling

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If a temporary injunction issues, the full hearing is generally set within 15 days
Rule: Domestic Violence Injunctions: Ex Parte Temporary Relief and Prompt Full Hearing — Fla. Fam. L. R. P. 12.610; § 741.30, Fla. Stat. →

Before the hearing

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Both sides may present evidence and witnesses at the return hearing; confirm the county's remote vs. in-person protocol
Section 741.30(6), Fla. Stat.: the full hearing is where the court receives evidence from both sides before deciding whether to enter a final injunction.

At the hearing

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Appear on time
Failure to appear can dissolve the temporary injunction or result in dismissal.

After the hearing

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Review the final injunction terms
Violations are enforceable by contempt or criminal charges.

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