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The document provides instructions for using Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12.903(c)(3), which is an Answer to Petition and Counterpetition for Dissolution of Marriage without dependent children or property. It outlines when to use the form, the process for responding to a petition, requirements for filing, and necessary additional documents. The form allows respondents to admit or deny allegations in the petition and request specific relief from the court, such as restoring a former name. It also includes information on e-filing and e-service requirements.

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Click ‘Get Form’ to open it in the editor.
Begin by entering your full legal name at the top of the form, ensuring accuracy as this will be used throughout the document.
In the 'ANSWER TO PETITION' section, indicate which allegations you admit or deny by referencing the specific numbered paragraphs from the petition.
Proceed to the 'COUNTERPETITION' section. Fill in your jurisdiction and residence details, confirming that both parties have lived in Florida for at least six months.
Complete your marriage history by providing the date and place of marriage, as well as the date of separation.
Confirm that there are no minor children involved and state if either party is a member of military service.
In the relief request section, specify what you are asking from the court, including any requests for name restoration or other relief.
Finally, review all entries for accuracy before signing. Ensure you sign before a notary public or deputy clerk as required.

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Do you file an answer to a petition?

Be brief. Answer the allegations in the complaint with one or two sentences. Again remember that the statements you make in your answer can be used as admissions against you. Your response to the allegations in the complaint may admit part of the statement in the specific paragraph and deny part.

What is the answer and counter petition for divorce?

When responding to a counter petition for divorce, you typically must file a formal written response with the court. This response should clearly state your agreement or disagreement with each claim. Check your local family courts website for the exact form name and filing instructions.

What is a counter petition for divorce in Florida?

Draft an Answer. Pull the header information from the plaintiffs petition. Title your Answer Answer to Plaintiffs Petition/Complaint. Center this title and make it bold. Introduce yourself. Admit, deny, or claim that you lack sufficient knowledge to admit or deny each of the plaintiffs numbered allegations.

How do I reply to a petition?

It is very important to file a written answer to any legal action that is served on you if you want to respond to what the other side has requested in his/her petition. Filing an answer gives you the right to be notified of the hearing.

How to answer a claim?

Your petition language should include the decision-maker youre targeting, the action youre asking them to take, a description of the problem and the solution, and why its timely.

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