Fl. R. Juv. P. 8.601

As amended through November 4, 2024
Rule 8.601 - COMMENCEMENT OF PROCEEDINGS
(a) Pleadings. All proceedings shall be initiated by the filing of:
(1) a request to take into custody;
(2) a petition for children in need of services; or
(3) a shelter petition.
(b)File to Be Opened. Upon commencement of any proceeding, the clerk shall open a file and assign a case number.

Fl. R. Juv. P. 8.601

Amended effective 7/1/2023; Added by 589 So.2d 818, effective 7/1/1991; added by 462 So.2d 399, effective 1/1/1985