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FL H0441

Bill

Official Source

Status

Passed

5/25/2023

Primary Sponsor

Robert Brackett

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Origin

House of Representatives

2023 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends Section 48.184, Florida Statutes, to revise service of process requirements for removing unknown parties in possession of real property in eviction-related actions under ss. 82.03, 83.21, 83.59, or 723.061
  • Removes the prior requirement that a separate summons be issued for each unknown occupant, allowing a single summons issued in the name of "Unknown Party or Parties in Possession" to cover multiple unknown occupants
  • Requires three service attempts if initial service fails — once during business hours, once during nonbusiness hours, and once on a weekend — with the process server required to inquire about the names of unknown occupants
  • Mandates additional service by both posting the summons and complaint in a conspicuous location on the premises and mailing copies via first-class mail through the clerk of the court
  • Effective July 1, 2023

Legislative Description

Removal of Unknown Parties in Possession

Last Action

Chapter No. 2023-124

5/25/2023

Committee Referrals

Judiciary2/24/2023
Civil Justice Subcommittee2/1/2023

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