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TL;DR: Florida reported 103,915 domestic violence offenses and 220 DV homicides in a single year — roughly 20% of all Florida homicides (FL DCF) [1]. Domestic violence isn’t just physical — it includes emotional, financial, sexual, and verbal abuse. Under F.S. § 741.28, Florida recognizes a broad range of abusive...
Misconceptions About Paternity Actions Establishing paternity is necessary for both legal and emotional reasons. It grants rights and responsibilities to the biological father and benefits the child, mother, and extended family. Legal benefits include inheritance rights, social security benefits, and medical insurance coverage. It also allows the father to have...
TL;DR: Florida courts processed 79,483 injunction-for-protection filings in FY 2023-24, with domestic violence accounting for 54.8% of all petitions (FL Courts Statistical Reference Guide). There is no filing fee for any type of restraining order in Florida (F.S. § 741.30(2)(a)). A judge can grant a temporary ex parte injunction the...
A Temporary Custody Order refers to a legal arrangement in which a non-parent or non-custodial parent is given the authority to care for a child and make decisions for them for a temporary period of time. There are several types of temporary custody arrangements, including emergency custody, temporary custody orders,...
Ignoring Child Custody Papers Curious about the potential repercussions of disregarding child custody papers? Here are some potential consequences. 2023 Update: Florida’s custody reform (Ch. 2023-301, eff. July 1, 2023) presumes 50/50 time-sharing. Not responding to custody papers risks losing your right to equal parenting time.. Default Judgement A default...
Illegal Immigrants and Child Custody When it pertains to child custody decisions, there are numerous factors that come into play, regardless of a parent’s immigration status. 2023 Update: Florida’s family law reform (Ch. 2023-301, eff. July 1, 2023) established a 50/50 time-sharing presumption in all custody cases, regardless of a...
Are you considering expanding your family through adoption in Jacksonville, Florida? The process of adopting a child can seem overwhelming, but with the right information and guidance, it can be a smooth and rewarding experience. 2023 Update: Florida enacted major family law reforms effective July 1, 2023 (SB 1416 /...
TL;DR: Florida is a pure no-fault divorce state — the only ground for divorce is that the marriage is “irretrievably broken” under F.S. § 61.052. You don’t need to prove adultery, abuse, or any wrongdoing. According to the CDC, Florida recorded approximately 75,783 divorces in 2023, and virtually all of...