Family Court Forms — 17th Judicial Circuit

Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Forms for the 17th Judicial Circuit — explained in plain English, one step at a time. No attorney required.

Counties in this circuit

The 17th Judicial Circuit serves: Broward.

Broward County

Where to file

Seventeenth Judicial Circuit Court — Family Law Division

Broward County Courthouse, 201 SE 6th St., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301

Phone: (954) 831-7721 · E-filing: myflcourtaccess.com

17th Judicial Circuit — what you need to know

The 17th Circuit is Broward County only — Fort Lauderdale and surrounding cities. It is one of Florida's largest family court systems.

Broward County has a Family Law Self-Help Center at the main courthouse in Fort Lauderdale. Walk-in assistance available Monday–Friday.

E-filing is available through myflcourtaccess.com. Domestic violence injunction petitions are processed same-day.

Florida requires a mandatory 20-day waiting period after serving your spouse before a final divorce judgment can enter. All cases with minor children require a Parenting Plan (Form 12.995) and Financial Affidavit (Form 12.902).

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Petition for Dissolution — With Children — 12.901(b)(1) Simplified Dissolution — No Children — 12.901(a) Answer to Petition — 12.903(a) Parenting Plan — 12.995(a) Modify Time-Sharing — 12.947(a) Petition to Relocate — 12.905(a) Modify Child Support — 12.947(c) Financial Affidavit — Short — 12.902(b) Financial Affidavit — Long — 12.902(c) Injunction for Protection — DV — 12.980(a)

Frequently asked questions — 17th Judicial Circuit

Where do I file family court forms in Broward County Fort Lauderdale Florida?

File at the Broward County Courthouse, 201 SE 6th St., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301. E-filing is available through myflcourtaccess.com.

Does Broward County have a family law self-help center?

Yes. The Family Law Self-Help Center is at the main Broward County Courthouse. Staff assist with procedural questions but cannot give legal advice.

What is the filing fee for divorce in Broward County Florida?

Dissolution of marriage filing fees in Broward County are typically $400–$450. Domestic violence injunctions are free. Fee waivers are available if income qualifies.

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