Legal Question in Family Law in Florida

Re: Minors signing as witness

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I am surprised that a lawyer or someone who works in a law office would ask this question. Someone under the age of majority has no legal capacity in the State of Florida. All witnesses must be 18 years of age or older.

Scott R. Jay, Esq.

Re: Minors signing as witness

Witnesses must have capacity to witness for their signatures to be effective. One of the things capacity as a witness includes is age. No! A minor is not a valid witness.