News Media and Public Information
Requesting Public Records: Requests to the Florida Supreme Court for official public records should be made in writing pursuant to Rule of Judicial Administration 2.420 to publicinformation@flcourts.org. Rule 2.420 is the judicial counterpart to Florida's public records statutes, Chapter 119. Records in cases that have been finalized are transferred to the Florida State Archives or returned to the clerk of court in the county where the case originated, so requests must be made to these entities. Emails that contain links or attached files may be diverted and delayed for security checks due to an increase in the number of malicious phishing attempts.
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High Profile Cases
A listing of high-profile cases with links to the online dockets and documents filed in those cases.
Press Releases
Florida Supreme Court Press Releases from 2005 until today are found on this page.
Case Summaries & Schedule
Summaries of oral argument cases are written to assist the press and public. They are typically posted Friday afternoon before oral argument week.
Recent Postings (Twitter)
The Public Information Office uses Twitter to push out information about high profile case filings, opinions, emergency information, and official court business.
Death Warrant Cases
This page lists the most recent death warrants signed by the Governor and the related cases. You can learn more about inmates at the Department of Corrections Website, which includes a Death Row Fact Sheet.
Judicial Discipline (JQC) Cases
A listing of pending Florida Judicial Qualifications Commission (JQC) cases involving alleged misconduct by Florida state judges or involuntary retirement of a state judge due to serious illness.
Statewide Grand Jury
For good an sufficient reason, the Governor may petition the Florida Supreme Court to impanel a statewide grand jury to investigate crimes or wrongs of a multicircuit nature.
Advisory Opinions to the Governor
Under the Florida Constitution, the Governor may request a written opinion from the Florida Supreme Court on certain legal issues. This page includes a list of requests since 1989.
Quick Tips for Journalists
This general need-to-know information for the press includes attending oral arguments, videotaping, satellite downlink, court broadcasts, and more.
Reporters Handbook
Authored by the Media & Communications Law Committee of The Florida Bar, the handbook serves as a resource guide for members of the media about topics in the legal profession. You will be redirected to The Florida Bar website.
Certification of Need for New Judges
Each year the Supreme Court issues its opinion certifying the need for new judges throughout the State of Florida, an annual requirement imposed upon the Court by the state Constitution.
Publications & Statistics
Florida's judicial branch publishes statistical information, such as caseload data, judicial certification data, and jury management statistics and publications including annual reports, long-range and communication plans, and an official newsletter.
Reports on Privacy, Access & Court Records
Reports on Privacy, Access & Court Records
Reports & Studies
Official reports of the Florida Supreme Court are located on this page. The range of reports and studies include jury service, gender bias, racial & ethnic bias, workload study, guardianship monitoring, judicial branch governance, and more.
Florida's Court Structure
Learn about the structure of the state's highest court and Florida's court system.
How the Court Operates
Resources include the Internal Operations Manual, the Operation and Jurisdiction of the Florida Supreme Court publication, and links to Florida Rules of Procedure.
Yearly Court Schedule
The court schedule includes oral argument weeks, court holidays, and dates of other court events.
Talking with Justices
Ethics rules governing judges forbid the Justices and their legal staffs to talk with anyone about pending cases or to explain or elaborate upon an opinion the Court has issued. Read more to understand why.
Court News
News and information about the Florida Supreme Court. Read more on the Court News Florida website.
Social Media
A listing of all social media platforms used by the supreme court.
Beyond the Bench Podcasts
Beyond the Bench is a podcast series produced by the Florida Supreme Court. These podcasts will give you a better understanding of how Florida's courts work and how they work for you. Shows cover a broad range of topics and are meant to be informational, educational and entertaining.
Requesting Public Records
This page includes information about requesting official public records.
Media Inquiries
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Court Schedule
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