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12.961

Notice of Hearing on Motion for Contempt / Enforcement

Florida · Florida Supreme Court · Effective September 1, 2018

This form is a notice that tells people about a scheduled court hearing regarding a motion for contempt or enforcement of support matters. It informs the other party about the date, time, and location of the hearing.

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Where this fits in a case

After judgment

Stage: After judgment

This form is used when a hearing has been set for a Motion for Contempt/Enforcement related to support matters under rule 12.615. Before using it, the person must arrange the hearing time and date with the judge or hearing officer and the other party.

Either party may file.

Common questions

Who should fill out this form?
The instructions suggest that the court may fill out the final part of this form with information obtained from the court.
What happens if I don't show up for the hearing?
The form warns that failing to appear at the hearing might cause the court to issue a writ of bodily attachment for an arrest.
Do I need to file this form?
After completing it, the original form should be filed with the clerk of the circuit court in the county where the case was filed, and a copy should be kept for records.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026. The current version took effect September 1, 2018.

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