Court Rules

Court-wide rules

Applies court-wide

These 7 rules apply across Eleventh Judicial Circuit of Florida, Miami-Dade County. Where this judge's own standing orders above address the same topic, the judge's requirement controls.

Filing Requirements

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    Forms packet

    Pro se parties must acquire and utilize the Eleventh Judicial Circuit forms packet (or forms substantially in compliance therewith) from the Clerk's Office, unless waived for good cause by the Administrative or Associate Administrative Judge.

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    Self help program registration

    Pro se parties must register with the Circuit's Family Court Self Help Program to receive information, instructions, referrals, and assistance, unless waived for good cause by the Administrative or Associate Administrative Judge.

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    Pleadings and papers

    At the time of filing, pro se parties must have their pleadings and papers reviewed as to form by the Family Court Self Help Program, unless waived for good cause by the Administrative or Associate Administrative Judge.

Fees

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  • Fee
    $35
    Applies to
    Forms packet

    The required forms packet is available from the Clerk's Office at a cost not to exceed $35.00, subject to good-cause waiver of the procedures by the Administrative or Associate Administrative Judge.

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About Judge Andrea R. Wolfson

Andrea R. Wolfson is a judge in the Eleventh Judicial Circuit of Florida, which serves Miami-Dade County through circuit and county court divisions.

Practitioners will find a trial readiness certification form in this judge's published procedures.

Common questions about Judge Andrea R. Wolfson's rules

Are courtesy copies required for Judge Andrea R. Wolfson?

Details: 1 copy, by email. Courtesy copies of motions must be sent to chambers by email or hand delivery because the Clerk's Office does not forward e-filed motions to the judge.

View ruleSource: page 1, section Courtesy Copies

Does Judge Andrea R. Wolfson require a pre-motion conference or letter before filing a motion?

Judge Andrea R. Wolfson's rules set a pre-motion procedure for other. The Court will not rule on a downward departure motion unless a plea has been entered or a guilty verdict rendered.

View ruleSource: page 1, section Plea Policies

What must be included with jac motion filings before Judge Andrea R. Wolfson?

The rule requires proposed order. JAC motions must be emailed to chambers with supporting documents, JAC's response, and a proposed order; the Court may rule without a hearing.

View ruleSource: page 1, section Motion-Specific Procedures

What must be included with agreed motion filings before Judge Andrea R. Wolfson?

The rule identifies required filing content or certificates. Agreed motions must be submitted with a signed motion or written confirmation of agreement.

View ruleSource: page 1, section Motion-Specific Procedures

How may parties contact Judge Andrea R. Wolfson's chambers?

The rule addresses email communications with Judge Andrea R. Wolfson's chambers. Emails to the court must copy the Judicial Assistant, include all counsel, and must not use the subject line 'SERVICE OF COURT DOCUMENTS' which is automatically rejected.

View ruleSource: page 1, section Judicial Team / Important Email Guidelines

How do I request an adjournment or extension before Judge Andrea R. Wolfson?

Advance notice is not fully stated in the structured details. Continuance motions may be made orally (ore tenus) at Sounding.

View ruleSource: page 1, section Motion-Specific Procedures

Is electronic filing required before Judge Andrea R. Wolfson?

Yes. Electronic filing is required for the covered filings. All attorneys and self-represented litigants must register for the Florida Courts E-Filing Portal for filings and COURTMAP for submitting proposed orders.

View ruleSource: page 1, section Division 02 - Court Information and Procedures

When is a filing treated as filed before Judge Andrea R. Wolfson?

The rule addresses filing timing, filing status, or cure windows. Motions in limine must be filed by the Friday before trial unless good cause is shown.

View ruleSource: page 1, section Motion-Specific Procedures
Complete rules summary for Judge Andrea R. Wolfson

Continuance motions may be made orally (ore tenus) at Sounding.

JAC motions must be emailed to chambers with supporting documents, JAC's response, and a proposed order; the Court may rule without a hearing.

Agreed motions must be submitted with a signed motion or written confirmation of agreement.

All attorneys and self-represented litigants must register for the Florida Courts E-Filing Portal for filings and COURTMAP for submitting proposed orders.

Emails to the court must copy the Judicial Assistant, include all counsel, and must not use the subject line 'SERVICE OF COURT DOCUMENTS' which is automatically rejected.

To place a motion on calendar, email a copy to chambers, file the original with the Clerk's Office, and copy the opposing party on all communications.

Nebbia motions must first be presented to the State; if no stipulation, send to chambers, and submissions received by 2:45 PM are typically set for hearing the next business day.

Motions in limine must be filed by the Friday before trial unless good cause is shown.

For Arthur hearings, speak with the assigned ASA first; if unresolved, contact chambers to set a bond status hearing, with supporting materials submitted at least 24 hours in advance.

Relevant legal authority must be provided to the Court prior to the hearing.

Return of property motions must be filed with the Clerk and sent to chambers; hearings are scheduled at least two weeks later, and the State must coordinate with the arresting agency on objections.

Bond motions (increase/reduce) must be filed with the Clerk and emailed or hand-delivered to chambers with the A-form, criminal history, and relevant documentation.

Motions to modify or terminate probation/community control must include the positions of the PO, State Attorney, and victim if applicable, plus the A-form and criminal history if there is opposition.

When a defendant waives time served, defense counsel must submit a waiver form signed by the defendant.

The Court will not rule on a downward departure motion unless a plea has been entered or a guilty verdict rendered.

Counsel must file motions to compel for discovery non-compliance, and the Court may deny continuances if such motions are not filed.

Courtesy copies of motions must be sent to chambers by email or hand delivery because the Clerk's Office does not forward e-filed motions to the judge.

Seal/expunge motions must be filed with the Clerk and a copy sent to chambers; counsel may be excused from the hearing if documents are complete.

Motions to suppress must be filed with the Clerk with a copy sent to chambers; a special hearing will be scheduled soon after.

Counsel must certify the case is ready for trial by confirming enumerated statements, including that all pre-trial motions have been filed and ruled on except short motions in limine.

Counsel must disclose whether there are any Covid-19 related reasons that would prevent the defendant or counsel from participating in an in-person jury trial.

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