| 1. I have a paper I
want served on someone. How soon will the paper be served?
Answer: We can not give you an exact
date, however, you can check our website or call the Court
Process Section in approximately 7 to 10 working days to check on
the status.
2. Q: My boy/girlfriend
kicked me out of the house and changed the locks. I want a deputy
to go with me to get my personal property.
Answer: We do not send deputies to
“stand by” while property is picked up without a court order from a
judge.
3. I
have an injunction against me that states I can get my property. I
need a deputy to go with me. I also want to get a computer and a
vehicle.
Answer: You will
need to contact the Court Process Section so a deputy can set up an
appointment. You will only be allowed to take items as stated in
the injunction.
4.
How do I evict someone who is not paying his/her rent?
Answer: You will
have to comply with Florida State Statute 83. The Sheriff’s Office
has a pamphlet
available that provides basic guidelines.
5.
I loaned money to a friend and they have not paid it back. How can
I make them pay me back?
Answer: You will
need to consult with an attorney. Members at the Sheriff’s Office
can not give you legal advice.
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