Legal Question in Family Law in Florida
What happened to the 20 days to respond rule?
My ex was served with child support/custody papers (my daughter has been living with me) and no response was filed within 20 days but the judge has been hearing motiions from and giving legal advice to opposing council. Why was the 20 day rule not enforced?
2 Answers from Attorneys
Based on the facts described in your question, our response is:
The "20 day rule" for filing an Answer in family law cases does not bar the judge from hearing other motions from parties and taking other actions, depending on the nature of the family law filing. Emergency actions may be taken by the court under certain conditions. You are advised to review the support/custody filing; you may object to actions of the Court but be certain that you understand the procedural facts and court rules.
As I have said in the past, when dealing with children and those issues, you need to have an attonrey represent you. There is no do over if you make a mistake.
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