Saturday, March 1st only: First appearances in #12circuitFL Sarasota County will be held at 9 a.m. in Courtroom 6A at the Silvertooth Judicial Center.

#12circuitfl judges had a busy February. They presided over wedding vow renewal ceremonies and Veterans Amnesty Court; hosted a civics class; networked with fellow judges, lawyers; & one even published a book about the circuit’s legal history. Read more at jud12.flcourts.org/news

You’ve been elected or appointed to a judicial seat. As a judge, you will become responsible for calling the balls and strikes in the courtroom. Helping you transition from advocate to umpire is your mentor judge. Continue reading at jud12.flcourts.org/news

#12circuitFL dependency judges are paving the way for resilience-oriented courtrooms, where judge, prosecutor, defense counsel, and others provide a safe space that promotes healing, support and a sense of agency to an individual. Read more at jud12.flcourts.org/news

If you have a suspended driver license and outstanding fines, Operation Green Light could help you pay overdue court-ordered obligations while saving in additional fees. Local clerk’s offices have events in DeSoto, Manatee and Sarasota. Details at flclerks.com/page/greenlight

#12circuitFL courts will be closed Friday, April 18, in observance of Good Friday. Offices will reopen Monday, April 21.

May 1st is #LawDay, a way to celebrate the rule of law and reflect on the rights and liberties it affords all Americans. #12circuitFL legal professionals explain what the rule of law means to them and how lawyers protect individual rights. Read more at jud12.flcourts.org/news

Read our story, “When one rises, we all rise,” as we mark #TreatmentCourtMonth in the #12circuitFL. Problem-solving Courts (PSCs) reduce crime, save lives and strengthen communities. Continue reading at jud12.flcourts.org/news

#12circuitFL courts will be closed Monday, May 26, in observance of Memorial Day. Offices will reopen Tuesday, May 27.

#12circuitFL courts will be closed Thursday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth. Offices will reopen Friday, June 20.

#12circuitFL Judicial Nominating Commission (JNC) announced that a meeting will convene at 10 a.m. on June 20, 2025, via conference call at 866‐895‐0079, to nominate and vote on the new Twelfth Circuit JNC Chair and Vice Chair.

#12circuitFL courts are open on July 3rd and hearings will proceed as scheduled. Courts will be closed Friday, July 4th, in observance of Independence Day. Offices will reopen Monday, July 7.

#12circuitFL Chief Judge Moreland issued AO2025-09.2 updating the circuit’s court reporting plan. Court users will continue to see Court Reporters and DCR, but we are excited to introduce a new court reporting method. Continue reading at jud12.flcourts.org/news

The application period to become a certified process server in the #12circuitFL is July 1-Aug. 31, 2025. Submit the application, fee and all necessary documents prior to Aug. 31, for the certification period of Sept. 1, 2025-Aug. 31, 2026. Learn more at jud12.flcourts.org/news

#12circuitFL court leaders announce the circuit will receive a new county judge in Manatee and two new circuit judges in FY 26-26. All 3 positions will be appointed by Gov. DeSantis. Attorneys are encouraged to apply when the JNC convenes. Read more at jud12.flcourts.org/news

The 12th Circuit JNC has announced it is accepting applications to fill three judicial vacancies in the circuit. Deadline to apply is Sept. 5th. Visit jud12.flcourts.org/news to learn more, including how to apply.

Correction: The JNC is accepting applications to fill two judicial vacancies.

Congratulations to #12circuitFL Chief Judge Moreland who received the 2025 Chief Justice Award for Judicial Excellence honoring her service to and leadership in Florida’s judicial branch. Read more about her achievement at jud12.flcourts.org/news

The #SRQCounty Commission invited Command Master Chief Petty Officer Mary Ann Floyd to lead Tuesday's meeting in the Pledge of Allegiance. Thank you for your service! 12th Circuit Court