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1. Can you assist me with the legal aspects of my Domestic Relations case?
2. If I am disabled, and it is necessary for me to appear in court, whom should I contact to accommodate my special needs?
3. I am ready to file my case in the Domestic Relations Division, but need someone to witness or notarize my signature. Can you do this?
4. I have an order from another state, but would like to have it recognized here in Florida for the purpose of enforcement. Is another state’s order enforceable here?
5. I have a dissolution case that was filed in Martin County and finalized in 1992. Can I get copies from my file?
6. I would like a copy of my adoption case. Is this possible?
7. How do I go about setting a court hearing in my Domestic Relations case?

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1. Who may make an election to attend driver improvement school?
2. What is the benefit of making an election?
3. Do I have to pay to elect a driver improvement course?
4. How can I elect to attend a driver improvement course?
5. What do I do after I have made the election to attend the driver improvement course?
6. How many times can I elect to attend a driver improvement course?
7. What if I receive a ticket outside of Martin County?
8. How can I obtain a list of traffic schools?

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1. My criminal case is set for court and I am unable to make it on this date; how do I get my case continued?
2. I posted a Cash Bond, how and when do I get my money returned?
3. I posted a Cash Bond and my address has changed or is incorrect, how do I correct this information?
4. Since I received my summons/ticket/arrest, my mailing address has changed or it is incorrect, how do I correct this information?
5. I would like to have information on getting my case sealed or expunged, where would I get this information?
6. How do I contact my Probation officer?
7. How do I contact the Judge’s office handling my case?
8. How do I contact my Public Defender or have a Public Defender appointed to my case?
9. How can I contact the State Attorney’s Office (Prosecutor)?
10. How can I fax information to the Criminal Division?
11. How do I clear my D-6 (Driver License) suspension?
12. I would like to conduct a record search of an individual or request copies from a case, who do I contact and is there a fee?
13. How do I pay my court fines or court costs?
14. What is the difference between a Felony and a Misdemeanor charge?
15. What if I am arrested in another county on a Martin County Warrant?
16. I just received a phone call from Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson, LLP (Linebarger) and I don't know who they are or why I would owe money; what do I do?
17. I owe money to Linebarger but I thought I had paid all of my court fines; what do I do?
18. I thought if I went to jail and served time I don't have to pay my court fines; why do I still owe fines?

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1. Are guardianships established for the elderly only?
2. What steps can I take if I know an individual that is incapable of caring for themselves and needs a guardian?

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1. How do I collect a Judgment?
2. What steps do I have to take?
3. How do I obtain a Judgment Lien on the Debtor's Personal Property?
4. How do I obtain a Judgment Lien on the Debtor's Real Property?
5. How do I obtain a Writ of Garnishment on the Debtor?
6. When the Judgment is Satisfied
7. Where can I view Small Claims Forms?

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1. Where do I report for jury duty and where do I park?
2. What is the attire? What should I wear when I show up for Jury Duty?
3. What type of personal items are permitted?
4. How long is the Jury term? How long will I need to be available and serve on a Jury if I'm selected?
5. What if I am individual with a disability and require special assistance?
6. What if I will be unavailable to serve on the reporting date listed on my summons?
7. What if I am unable to participate in Jury Duty?
8. What if I simply don't want to participate in Jury Duty?

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1. What is a Delinquent Act?
2. I have moved. What do I need to do?
3. Where do I make restitution payments?
4. How do I change my court date?
5. I am having trouble understanding what all of these juvenile justice terms mean? Is there a glossary I can refer to?
6. Where do I find out what to expect during the juvenile justice process?

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1. What is the mailing address?
2. How do I calculate recording fees?
3. What is the current rate for documentary stamps and/or intangible tax?
4. How do I change the name on my deed?
5. What are the recording requirements for deeds?
6. What are the general recording requirements for other documents?

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1. What is Probate?
2. What is a will? When and where should it be filed?
3. Do you need an attorney to file a will?
4. What happens if a person dies and has left no will?
5. What happens if there is a will filed but no personal representative has been named?
6. How are probate proceedings initiated?
7. Are there different types of proceedings that can be filed depending upon the size of the estate?
8. What type of paperwork must accompany the form for filing a disposition for personal property without administration?
9. What happens after this information is filed with the Clerk?

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1. What is the mailing address for the Recording Office?
2. How do I calculate recording fees?
3. What is the current rate for documentary stamps and/or intangible tax?
4. How do I change the name on my deed?
5. What are the recording requirements for deeds?
6. What are the general recording requirements for other documents?

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1. What is a Small Claims Case?
2. Do I need a lawyer?
3. Where can I file my small claims case?
4. Who can file a Small Claims Case?
5. What does it cost to file a Small Claims Case?
6. What information do I need to file a Small Claims Case?
7. Are there any other requirements?
8. Is there other information I need to know?
9. What happens after I file my Small Claims case?
10. Is mediation an option?
11. What happens to my case if a settlement is reached?
12. How can I collect my judgment?
13. Can I file a lien against the defendant's property?

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1. Where do you go to file a petition for injunction?
2. What are the fees to file a petition for injunction?
3. What happens after a petition for injunction is filed?
4. What if the Judge denies my request for an injunction?
5. Who needs to go to the hearing?
6. What happens in court?
7. How can an injunction be modified or dissolved?
8. What if an injunction is going to expire and I want to keep it in effect?
9. What if a person violates an injunction order?
10. Where do you go to file a petition for a Baker or Marchman Act?
11. What are the fees to file a petition for a Baker or Marchman Act?
12. What happens after a petition is filed?
13. What happens if the Judge signs an order for Involuntary Examination or Involuntary Assessment and Stabilization?

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1. I received a citation, what do I do?
2. How much is my fine?
3. What if I get a citation for faulty equipment?
4. What if I get a citation for no proof of insurance or registration?
5. What are my payment options?
6. Can I get an extension for paying the citation?
7. Where can I find a traffic school (Driver Improvement Course)?
8. Can I elect to attend Traffic School for a child restraint violation?
9. How can I find out how many points are on my driver’s license?
10. Can I request a court date for my traffic ticket?
11. Can I request a court date and not appear in court?
12. Can I appeal the Judge’s ruling on a traffic citation?