In re: Amendments to Florida Probate Rule 5.010

Summary

The Supreme Court of Florida adopts amendments to Florida Probate Rule 5.010 to reference Part V, concerning forms, in the Florida Probate Rules. The amendments and revised committee notes become effective January 1, 2026, at 12:01 a.m.

Holdings

1. The court adopted the proposed amendments to Florida Probate Rule 5.010 and its Committee Notes, adding that Part V provides forms.
2. The amendments shall become effective on January 1, 2026, at 12:01 a.m., and the filing of a motion for rehearing shall not alter that effective date.

Questions Presented

1. Whether Florida Probate Rule 5.010 should be amended to reference Part V, the forms portion of the Florida Probate Rules.
2. When the adopted amendments should become effective.

Disposition

approved