Chief Judge Crawford has authorized the cancellation of all court proceedings in Seminole and Brevard Counties effective Noon, Tuesday, October 8, 2024, through Thursday, October 10, 2024.
A decision will be made Thursday regarding Friday proceedings.Stay informed by following us on Facebook or X (Twitter). You may also call (321) 637-5700 in Brevard or (407) 665-4945 in Seminole.

Eighteenth Judicial Circuit Courts
Serving the Citizens of Brevard and Seminole Counties

2009 Admin Order 09-06

WHEREAS, some practitioners are unfamiliar with the traditions of the Courts of the Eighteenth Judicial Circuit, and WHEREAS, certain basic principles of conduct and decorum enhance the dignity of the court, and
WHEREAS, the following provisions will improve the efficiency of court proceedings, it is therefore, ORDERED: more . . .

2005 Admin Order 05-46-b

When a Brevard judge executes a warrant for a violation of misdemeanor probation charge, and indicates on the face of a warrant that the defendant is to be released on his own recognizance or by way of a signature bond, Pretrial Release Personnel at the Brevard County Detention Center shall promptly provide the defendant with the opportunity to execute the Release on Recognizance form or signature bond and upon his/her doing so, release the defendant from custody, unless Pretrial Release Personnel have information indicating the defendant qualifies for a “danger to public” hearing under the Jessica Lunsford Act, in which case the defendant shall be brought before the initial appearance judge.

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