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.

  • Applies to
    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 Christine Hernandez

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

Judge Hernandez's procedures are published through the court's general rules.

Common questions about Judge Christine Hernandez's rules

Are courtesy copies required for Judge Christine Hernandez?

Courtesy-copy rule applies for motion to increase or reduce bonds. Details: 1 copy, delivery upon filing, by email. Motions to increase or reduce bond must be filed with the Clerk, and a copy must be emailed or hand delivered to chambers.

View ruleSource: page 1, section POLICIES AND PROCEDURES FOR SPECIFIC MOTIONS

Does Judge Christine Hernandez require a pre-motion conference or letter before filing a motion?

Judge Christine Hernandez's rules set a pre-motion procedure for arthur hearing. Before seeking an Arthur Hearing, defense counsel must first speak with the assigned ASA, and only if no agreement is reached may counsel email the JA to place the case on calendar for a bond status hearing.

View ruleSource: page 1, section POLICIES AND PROCEDURES FOR SPECIFIC MOTIONS

What must be included with motion to declare defendant indigent for costs filings before Judge Christine Hernandez?

The rule requires proposed order. JAC motions to declare the defendant indigent for costs must be submitted to chambers with supporting documentation, JAC's response, and a proposed order.

View ruleSource: page 1, section POLICIES AND PROCEDURES FOR SPECIFIC MOTIONS

What must be included with stipulated or agreed motion order filings before Judge Christine Hernandez?

The rule identifies required filing content or certificates. Stipulated or agreed orders may be submitted to chambers only if accompanied by a motion signed by both parties or other proof of both parties' agreement.

View ruleSource: page 1, section POLICIES AND PROCEDURES FOR SPECIFIC MOTIONS

How may parties contact Judge Christine Hernandez's chambers?

The rule addresses email communications with Judge Christine Hernandez's chambers. A copy of every motion must be emailed to chambers, and the JA will email the attorney's office with the date the motion will be placed on calendar.

View ruleSource: page 1, section PROCEDURES FOR PLACING MOTIONS ON CALENDAR

How do I request an adjournment or extension before Judge Christine Hernandez?

Advance notice is not fully stated in the structured details. Counsel must bring deposition or discovery non-compliance to the Court's attention, and the Court may deny continuances if counsel has not filed Motions to Compel.

View ruleSource: page 1, section MISCELLANEOUS POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

Is electronic filing required before Judge Christine Hernandez?

Yes. Electronic filing is required for the covered filings. The original motion must be filed with the Clerk's office.

View ruleSource: page 1, section PROCEDURES FOR PLACING MOTIONS ON CALENDAR

When is a filing treated as filed before Judge Christine Hernandez?

The rule addresses filing timing, filing status, or cure windows. Motions in limine must be filed in writing at least five days before trial or, absent good cause, the Court may deny the motion.

View ruleSource: page 1, section POLICIES AND PROCEDURES FOR SPECIFIC MOTIONS

What rule applies to serving the opposing party before Judge Christine Hernandez?

The rule addresses service method, recipient, or timing requirements. Details: recipient: the opposing party. Counsel must ensure the opposing party has received a copy of the motion.

View ruleSource: page 1, section PROCEDURES FOR PLACING MOTIONS ON CALENDAR
Complete rules summary for Judge Christine Hernandez

Parties should provide any case law to the Court before the hearing.

A copy of every motion must be emailed to chambers, and the JA will email the attorney's office with the date the motion will be placed on calendar.

The original motion must be filed with the Clerk's office.

Counsel must ensure the opposing party has received a copy of the motion.

Division F009 chambers phone number is (305) 548-5613.

Division F009 chambers email address is F009@jud11.flcourts.org.

Courtesy copies of motions may be emailed to Division F009 because the Clerk does not provide the judge with copies of e-filed motions.

Motions for continuance may be made orally (ore tenus) at Sounding.

JAC motions to declare the defendant indigent for costs must be submitted to chambers with supporting documentation, JAC's response, and a proposed order.

JAC indigency motions may be decided without a hearing unless JAC requests one or the judge has concerns, in which case the JA will contact the attorney and set a hearing.

Stipulated or agreed orders may be submitted to chambers only if accompanied by a motion signed by both parties or other proof of both parties' agreement.

For Nebbia motions, defense counsel must first present the documentary proof to the State to seek a stipulation, and only submit the documents to chambers if there is no stipulation.

Nebbia hearing documents provided to Chambers before 2:45 p.m. will in most cases result in a hearing set for the next business day.

Motions in limine must be filed in writing at least five days before trial or, absent good cause, the Court may deny the motion.

Return of property motions will be scheduled at least two weeks after filing to allow the State and arresting agency time to determine objections.

Before seeking an Arthur Hearing, defense counsel must first speak with the assigned ASA, and only if no agreement is reached may counsel email the JA to place the case on calendar for a bond status hearing.

Counsel must bring deposition or discovery non-compliance to the Court's attention, and the Court may deny continuances if counsel has not filed Motions to Compel.

For Arthur Hearings, the judge strongly encourages both parties to provide the videos, transcripts, and evidence they will rely on at least 72 hours before the hearing, with more voluminous materials provided earlier.

Motions to increase or reduce bond must be filed with the Clerk, and a copy must be emailed or hand delivered to chambers.

Bond increase/reduction motions must attach at minimum a copy of the A-form and the defendant's criminal history, plus any other documents counsel wants considered.

Motions to modify or terminate probation must include the positions of the probation officer, the State Attorney, and if applicable the victim, and if there is an objection must include the original A Form and the defendant's criminal history.

Seal and expunge motions must be filed with the Clerk and a copy sent to chambers, after which the JA will email the calendar date.

Suppression motions must be filed with the Clerk and a copy sent to chambers, after which the JA will calendar the case so the parties can select a special set hearing date.

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