Motion to Set Aside Default or Default Judgment
Florida · Florida Supreme Court · Effective November 1, 2015
This form is used to ask the court to cancel a default or a default judgment that was entered against you. You use it if you believe the default or judgment should not have been entered because of a mistake, something you didn't know about, something you couldn't avoid, or fraud.
Where this fits in a case
MotionsStage: Motions
This form is used when a default or default judgment has already been entered against a person, and that person believes the court should cancel it.
Either party may file.
Common questions
- Who should fill out this form?
- The form is for the person who wants the court to cancel the default or judgment. It is signed by the Respondent.
- What do I need to do after filing this form?
- After filing it with the clerk and giving a copy to the other party, you must schedule a hearing so the court can consider your request.
- Does this form require a notary?
- Yes, after completing the form, you must sign it in front of a notary public or deputy clerk.
Revision history
No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026. The current version took effect November 1, 2015.
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