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The document provides instructions for completing the Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure Form 12.913(b), Affidavit of Diligent Search and Inquiry. It outlines when to use the form, specifically in cases requiring constructive service in divorce proceedings without children or financial support. The form requires a detailed account of efforts made to locate the other party, including various sources to check for their whereabouts. It emphasizes the necessity of actual notice when possible and includes guidelines for filing the form with the court.

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Begin by entering your full legal name at the top of the form. This is essential for identifying yourself as the petitioner.
In Section 1, detail your diligent search efforts to locate the respondent. Use the checklist provided to indicate all actions taken, including dates and contacts made.
For Section 2, specify whether you know the age of the respondent. Select either 'known' or 'unknown' and provide their age if known.
In Section 3, clarify the current residence status of the respondent by selecting one of the options provided.
Complete Section 4 with the last known address and employment details of the respondent, ensuring accuracy for effective service.
Finally, sign and date your affidavit before a notary public or deputy clerk to validate your claims.

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Affidavits play a crucial role in serving as evidence in court proceedings. The statements contained within an affidavit are treated as fact-based evidence in legal cases, provided they meet the necessary requirements of being sworn under oath or affirmation and signed before an authorized officer.

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Most case files, court records, docket sheets, trial dates, etc. are considered public records. Anyone can access them, but the court may charge a service fee to retrieve or copy the files.

Are financial affidavits public record in Florida?

In Florida, detailed personal financial information about parties to most family law cases is freely available to anyone who requests it from the clerk of court because Florida Family Law Rule of Procedure 12.285(a)(1) requires that parties to these cases file and serve on each other a detailed financial affidavit.

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