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12.944(a)

Motion for Testimony and Attendance of Minor Child(ren)

Florida · Florida Supreme Court · Effective November 1, 2015

This form is used to ask the court for an official order that allows a minor child or children to appear in court, testify, or attend a hearing. It lists specific requests regarding the child's appearance at a scheduled court date.

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Where this fits in a case

Motions

Stage: Motions

This form is used when a party believes a minor child needs to appear at a court proceeding, such as a hearing or deposition, and needs the judge's permission to do so.

Either party may file.

Common questions

Who should file this form?
The form is used by either the Petitioner or the Respondent to request the order from the court.
What does this form ask the court for?
It asks the court to enter an order authorizing specific actions, like subpoenaing or having the child attend a hearing.
Does filing this form require a hearing?
The form notes that a hearing may be required, and the judge might want to hear reasons why the motion should be granted.

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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