Form 12.960 Motion for Civil Contempt / Enforcement - Florida

What Is Form 12.960?

This is a legal form that was released by the Florida Courts - a government authority operating within Florida. As of today, no separate filing guidelines for the form are provided by the issuing department.

FAQ

Q: What is a Form 12.960?
A: Form 12.960 is a legal document used in Florida for filing a Motion for Civil Contempt/Enforcement.

Q: What is a Motion for Civil Contempt/Enforcement?
A: A Motion for Civil Contempt/Enforcement is a request made to the court to enforce a previous court order or hold someone in contempt for violating a court order.

Q: Who can file a Form 12.960?
A: Any party who believes that a court order has been violated can file a Form 12.960.

Q: What information is required in a Form 12.960?
A: A Form 12.960 requires information about the case, the specific court order being violated, and the actions taken by the party filing the motion.

Q: How should a Form 12.960 be filed?
A: A Form 12.960 should be filed with the clerk of the court that issued the original court order.

Q: What happens after a Form 12.960 is filed?
A: After a Form 12.960 is filed, the court will review the motion and may schedule a hearing to determine if civil contempt has occurred or if enforcement is necessary.

Q: What can the court do if civil contempt is found?
A: If civil contempt is found, the court can order the violator to comply with the original court order, impose fines or other penalties, or even order imprisonment in certain cases.