Maria Teresa Costantini Gomes v. Victor Maniglia

Summary

The Third District Court of Appeal of Florida affirmed a non-final order in a dispute involving personal jurisdiction over a Florida resident and a claimed homestead exemption. The court relied on Florida constitutional and statutory homestead provisions and authorities concerning residency, jurisdiction, voter registration, and driver’s licenses.

Holdings

1. The Third District affirmed the non-final order.

Questions Presented

1. Whether the circuit court had jurisdiction over a Florida resident regardless of the county of residence.
2. Whether the circumstances cited in the record supported application of Florida homestead-related constitutional and statutory provisions.

Disposition

affirmed