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Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12903E

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR FLORIDA SUPREME COURT APPROVED FAMILY LAW FORM 12.947(a),
MOTION FOR TEMPORARY SUPPORT, TIME-SHARING, AND OTHER RELIEF WITH DEPENDENT OR MINOR CHILD(REN) (11/15)

When should this form be used?

This form may be used by:

(1) The respondent or the petitioner in a pending dissolution of marriage action. For you to use this form, a petition for dissolution of marriage must have already been filed. You should use this form to ask the court to award any of the following: temporary use of assets; temporary exclusive use of the marital home; temporary responsibility for liabilities/debts; temporary spousal support (alimony); temporary time-sharing schedule with minor child(ren); temporary child support; and other relief.

OR

(2) The petitioner in a pending action for support unconnected with dissolution. For you to use this form, a petition for support unconnected with dissolution of marriage must have already been filed. You should use this form to ask the court to award temporary spousal support (alimony) and/or temporary child support.

This form should be typed or printed in black ink. After completing this form, you should file the original with the clerk of the circuit court in the county where the petition for dissolution of marriage was filed and keep a copy for your records.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING E-FILING

The Florida Rules of Judicial Administration now require that all petitions, pleadings, and documents be filed electronically except in certain circumstances. Self-represented litigants may file petitions or other pleadings or documents electronically; however, they are not required to do so. If you choose to file your pleadings or other documents electronically, you must do so in accordance with Florida Rule of Judicial Administration 2.525, and you must follow the procedures of the judicial circuit in which you file. The rules and procedures should be carefully read and followed.

What should I do next?

A copy of this form, along with all of the other forms required with this motion, must be mailed, e-mailed or hand delivered to the other party in your case. When you have filed all of the required forms, you are ready to set a hearing on your motion. You should check with the clerk, family law intake staff, or judicial assistant for information on the local procedure for scheduling a hearing. When you know the date and time of your hearing, you should notify the other party using a Notice of Hearing (General), Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12.923, or other appropriate notice of hearing form.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING E-SERVICE ELECTION

Instructions for Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12.947(a), Motion for Temporary Support, Time-Sharing, and Other Relief With Dependent or Minor Child(ren) (11/15)

After the initial service of process of the petition or supplemental petition by the Sheriff or certified process server, the Florida Rules of Judicial Administration now require that all documents required or permitted to be served on the other party must be served by electronic mail (e-mail) except in certain circumstances. You must strictly comply with the format requirements set forth in the Rules of Judicial Administration. If you elect to participate in electronic service, which means serving or receiving pleadings by electronic mail (e-mail), or through the Florida Courts E-Filing Portal, you must review Florida Rule of Judicial Administration 2.516. You may find this rule at www.flcourts.org through the link to the Rules of Judicial Administration provided under either Family Law Forms: Getting Started, or Rules of Court in the A-Z Topical Index.

SELF-REPRESENTED LITIGANTS MAY SERVE DOCUMENTS BY E-MAIL; HOWEVER, THEY ARE NOT REQUIRED TO DO SO. If a self-represented litigant elects to serve and receive documents by e-mail, the procedures must always be followed once the initial election is made.

To serve and receive documents by e-mail, you must designate your e-mail addresses by using the Designation of Current Mailing and E-mail Address, Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12.915, and you must provide your e-mail address on each form on which your signature appears. Please CAREFULLY read the rules and instructions for: Certificate of Service (General), Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12.914; Designation of Current Mailing and E-mail Address, Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12.915; and Florida Rule of Judicial Administration 2.516.

Where can I look for more information?

Before proceeding, you should read General Information for Self-Represented Litigants found at the beginning of these forms. Words in bold underline in these instructions are defined there. For further information, see chapter 61, Florida Statutes, rule 12.285, Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure, and rule 1.610, Florida Rules of Civil Procedure.

Special notes

If you use paragraph 1.c. of this form to ask the court to enter a temporary injunction, the court may require you to post a bond.

With this form you must also file the following, if not already filed:

  • Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act (UCCJEA) Affidavit, Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12.902(d), if this case involves a minor or dependent child(ren).
  • Notice of Social Security Number, Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12.902(j).
  • Child Support Guidelines Worksheet, Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure Form 12.902(e), if you are asking that temporary child support be ordered. (If you do not know the other party's income, you may file this worksheet as soon as a copy of his or her financial affidavit has been served on you.)

The parties seeking relief shall serve a financial affidavit (Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure Form 12.902 (b) or (c)) and certificate of compliance (Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure Form 12.932) with the notice of hearing on the motion for temporary support and time-sharing.

Instructions for Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12.947(a), Motion for Temporary Support, Time-Sharing, and Other Relief With Dependent or Minor Child(ren) (11/15)

Parenting Plan... If you have reached an agreement on either a temporary Parenting Plan or time-sharing schedule, either one of the following proposed temporary Parenting Plans or a time-sharing schedule, signed by both parties, should be filed. Parenting Plan, Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12.995(a), Safety-Focused Parenting Plan, Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12.995(b), or Relocation/Long Distance, Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12.995(c). If you have not reached an agreement, a proposed Parenting Plan or temporary time-sharing schedule may be filed for consideration by the Court.

Temporary Order... These family law forms contain a Temporary Order for Support, Time-Sharing, and Other Relief with Dependent or Minor Child(ren), Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12.947(b), which the judge may use. You should check with the clerk, family law intake staff, or judicial assistant to see if you need to bring it with you to the hearing. If so, you should type or print the heading, including the circuit, county, case number, division, and the parties' names, and leave the rest blank for the judge to complete at your hearing.

Nonlawyer... Remember, a person who is NOT an attorney is called a nonlawyer. If a nonlawyer helps you fill out these forms, that person must give you a copy of a Disclosure from Nonlawyer, Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure Form 12.900 (a), before he or she helps you. A nonlawyer helping you fill out these forms also must put his or her name, address, and telephone number on the bottom of the last page of every form he or she helps you complete.

Instructions for Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12.947(a), Motion for Temporary Support, Time-Sharing, and Other Relief With Dependent or Minor Child(ren) (11/15)

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE JUDICIAL CIRCUIT,

IN AND FOR COUNTY, FLORIDA

Case No.:

Division:

Petitioner,

and

Respondent,

MOTION FOR TEMPORARY SUPPORT, TIME-SHARING, AND OTHER RELIEF WITH DEPENDENT OR MINOR CHILD(REN)

The requests that the Court enter an order granting the following temporary support:

{Complete all that apply}

1. Assets and Liabilities.

a. Award temporary exclusive use and possession of the marital home. {address}

The Court should do this because:

b. Award temporary use and possession of marital assets. {Specify, without giving account numbers}

The Court should do this because:

c. Enter a temporary injunction prohibiting the parties from disposing of any marital assets, other than ordinary and usual expenses. {Explain}

The Court should do this because:

d. Require temporary payment of specific marital debts. {Explain without using account numbers}

The Court should do this because:

Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12.947(a), Motion for Temporary Support, Time-Sharing, and Other Relief With Dependent or Minor Child(ren) (11/15)

The Court should do this because:

2. Child(ren).

1. Enter a temporary Parenting Plan with a time-sharing schedule for the parties' minor child(ren).

2. Enter a temporary injunction prohibiting the parties from permanently removing the child(ren) from the jurisdiction of the Court.

The Court should do this because:

3. Support.

a. Award temporary child support of $ per month.

b. Award temporary spousal support/alimony of $ per month.

The Court should do this because:

4. Attorney's fees and costs.

a. Award temporary attorney's fees of $

b. Award temporary costs of $

The Court should do this because:

5. Other Relief. {specify}

6. A completed Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act (UCCJEA) Affidavit, Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12.902(d), is filed with this motion or has already been filed with the Court.

7. A completed Notice of Social Security Number, Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12.902(j), is filed with this motion or has already been filed with the Court.

8. I request that the Court hold a hearing on this matter and grant the relief specifically requested and any other relief this Court may deem just and proper.

Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12.947(a), Motion for Temporary Support, Time-Sharing, and Other Relief With Dependent or Minor Child(ren) (11/15)

I certify that a copy of this document was mailed faxed and mailed e-mailed hand-delivered to the person(s) listed below on {date}

Other party or his/her attorney:

Name:

Address:

City, State, Zip:

Fax Number:

Designated E-mail Address(es):

Signature of Party

Printed Name:

Address:

City, State, Zip:

Telephone Number:

Fax Number:

Designated E-mail Address(es):

IF A NONLAWYER HELPED YOU FILL OUT THIS FORM, HE/SHE MUST FILL IN THE BLANKS BELOW:
[fill in all blanks] This form was prepared for the: {choose only one} Petitioner Respondent

This form was completed with the assistance of:

{name of individual }

{name of business}

{address}

{city} , {state} , {zip code} , {telephone number}

Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12.947(a), Motion for Temporary Support, Time-Sharing, and Other Relief With Dependent or Minor Child(ren) (11/15)

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What the Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12903E Is

The Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12903E is a standardized court document used in Florida family law proceedings to promote consistency in filing and case management. It is an approved template intended to capture specific case data and signatory information required by the circuit court. Courts expect the form to be completed accurately and filed according to local procedural rules; improper or incomplete forms can delay hearings or administrative processing. Use of an approved form reduces the likelihood of clerk rejection for format or content nonconformity.

Why this form matters in Florida family law cases

Form 12903E standardizes information that courts require, shortens clerk review time, and helps parties and attorneys present uniform, court-acceptable records for hearings, parenting plans, or financial disclosures.

Why this form matters in Florida family law cases

Who typically prepares and uses Form 12903E

Primary users include attorneys, paralegals, and self-represented litigants who must supply clear, court-ready information.

  • Family law attorneys and law firms preparing pleadings and exhibits for hearings and mediation.
  • Self-represented litigants completing forms for petition, response, or mediation without counsel.
  • Court clerks and judicial staff who review, process, and docket submitted forms.

Proper preparation by the correct user group reduces processing delays and supports accurate case records.

Who has authority to sign

Attorney

An attorney of record signs where counsel certification is required; signature certifies accuracy of statements and compliance with court rules, and may trigger professional responsibility obligations.

Self-Represented

A party acting pro se signs under penalty of perjury where the form requires certification; an unsigned or incorrectly signed form may be stricken or rejected by the clerk.

Required data elements on Form 12903E

Case Number: Clerk-assigned case number
Party Names: Full legal names only
Contact Info: Address, phone, email
Signature Date: MM/DD/YYYY format
Attorney Info: Bar number and firm
Attachments: List of supporting exhibits

Key risks and legal consequences of errors

Clerk Rejection: Incomplete fields may be rejected
Hearing Delay: Errors can postpone proceedings
Perjury Exposure: False statements may trigger sanctions
Stricken Filings: Noncompliant forms may be stricken
Service Issues: Incorrect addresses impede service
Cost Increase: Corrections may increase attorney costs

Common mistakes when preparing Form 12903E

  • Using informal or shortened names instead of full legal names, which causes identity mismatches and may require amended filings.
  • Entering dates in inconsistent formats; use MM/DD/YYYY to avoid clerk confusion and processing rejections.
  • Failing to attach referenced exhibits or check the attachments box, which can render statements unsupported at hearing.
  • Signing without date, or signing with initials only, which often leads clerks to request a corrected signed copy.

What a professionally completed Form 12903E contains

A professional submission follows the approved layout and provides complete, clearly labeled data so the court and opposing parties can act on the filing without follow-up.

Caption

Court name, county, case number, and party captions formatted exactly per court rules to ensure correct docketing and avoid clerk requests for recaptioning.

Statement Section

Clear, factual entries addressing the form’s specific prompts; avoid extraneous narrative and attach supporting exhibits where required to preserve record integrity.

Signatures

Signature blocks for parties and attorneys with printed names, dates, and contact information; unsigned forms may be administratively rejected.

Notary Block

Include notarization when required by local rule; a proper notary block with seal and date supports evidentiary weight and verification.

Attachment Index

A numbered list of exhibits and supporting documents referenced on the form, with exhibit tabs or labels to simplify clerk review.

Certificate of Service

Complete certificate showing how and when opposing parties were served, including method, date, and recipient details to comply with service rules.

Step-by-step: completing Form 12903E

Follow these sequential steps to fill, verify, sign, and file the form so it meets clerk and court expectations.

  • 01
    1. Review: Read the entire form before entering information.
  • 02
    2. Fill Fields: Complete each field using the guide above.
  • 03
    3. Sign & Date: Ensure all required signatures are present and dated.
  • 04
    4. File: File with the clerk by accepted method and serve parties.

How to configure an online workflow for Form 12903E

Use a consistent online workflow to collect data, validate format, and route signatures to avoid manual correction cycles.

Field Configuration
Case Number Require numeric validation, format mask
Date MM/DD/YYYY picker and required field
Signature Signature field with signer email and timestamp
Attachments Allow PDF upload, limit file size

Digital signing and e-filing considerations

Confirm the court accepts e-filed documents and check local clerk rules for required formats and notarization allowances.

  • File Formats: PDF/A and standard PDF accepted
  • Authentication: Email, SMS code, or advanced authentication
  • Integrations: Compatible with major cloud storage platforms

Align your signing platform output with clerk e-file requirements and retain a signed PDF with an audit trail for the court record.

Where to send Form 12903E after completion

Select the filing method required by your county: clerk e-filing portal, in-person drop-off, or mailing with proof of service.

  • Clerk E-Filing: Upload signed PDF via the court e-filing system.
  • Mailing: Send certified mail with return receipt.
  • In-Person: Deliver to the clerk’s office and obtain stamped copy.
  • Service to Parties: Serve opposing parties per Florida service rules.

Timing and deadlines to expect

Timing varies by proceeding; use local rules and hearing notices to confirm deadlines related to this form.

Initial Filing:

File when the underlying petition or motion is filed.

Response Period:

Respond within the timeframe set by the court or rule.

Hearing Scheduling:

Hearing may be scheduled 30–90 days after filing.

Proof of Service:

File certificate of service before or at hearing.

Record Retention:

Retain copies per retention guidance below.

Key processing milestones after submission

This sequence outlines typical milestones from submission through final docketing for the form.

01

Submission Accepted

Clerk receives and stamps the document into the case file.

02

Clerk Review

Staff confirms form completeness and notifies filer of deficiencies.

03

Hearing Notice

Court issues a hearing date if the matter requires oral argument.

04

Final Order

Judge signs order and the clerk enters the ruling into the record.

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Frequently asked questions and troubleshooting for Form 12903E

Answers address common operational, legal validity, and filing issues and reference the relevant legal frameworks for electronic signatures and record retention.


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