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Florida Supreme Court Approved Law Form 12901

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PETITION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE WITH PROPERTY BUT NO DEPENDENT OR MINOR CHILD(REN)

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE JUDICIAL CIRCUIT,

IN AND FOR COUNTY, FLORIDA

In re: The Marriage of:

Case No:

Division:

Petitioner,

and

Respondent.

PETITION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE WITH PROPERTY BUT NO DEPENDENT OR MINOR CHILD(REN)

I, , the Petitioner, being sworn, certify that the following statements are true:

1. JURISDICTION/RESIDENCE

Both has (have) lived in Florida for at least 6 months before the filing of this Petition for Dissolution of Marriage.

2. Petitioner is or is not a member of the military service.

Respondent is or is not a member of the military service.

3. MARRIAGE HISTORY

Date of marriage:

Date of separation: { }

Place of marriage:

4. THERE ARE NO MINOR (under 18) OR DEPENDENT CHILD(REN) COMMON TO BOTH PARTIES AND NEITHER SPOUSE IS PREGNANT.

5. A completed Notice of Social Security Number, Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12.902(j), is filed with this petition.

6. THIS PETITION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE SHOULD BE GRANTED BECAUSE:

The marriage is irretrievably broken.

OR

One of the parties has been adjudged mentally incapacitated for a period of 3 years before the filing of this petition. A copy of the Judgment of Incapacity is attached.

SECTION I. MARITAL ASSETS AND LIABILITIES

1. There are no marital assets or liabilities.

OR

2. There are marital assets or liabilities. All marital and nonmarital assets and liabilities are (or will be) listed in the financial affidavits, Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure Form 12.902(b) or (c), to be filed in this case. {Indicate all that apply}

a. All marital assets and debts have been divided by a written agreement between the parties, which is attached to be incorporated into the final judgment of dissolution of marriage. (The parties may use Marital Settlement Agreement for Simplified Dissolution of Marriage, Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure Form 12.902(f)(3) or Marital Settlement Agreement for Dissolution of Marriage with No Dependent or Minor Child(ren), Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12.902(f)(2)).

b. The Court should determine how the assets and liabilities of this marriage are to be distributed, under section 61.075, Florida Statutes.

c. Petitioner should be awarded an interest in the other spouse's property because:

SECTION II. SPOUSAL SUPPORT (ALIMONY)

1. Petitioner forever gives up any right to spousal support (alimony) from the other spouse.

OR

2. Petitioner requests that the Court order the other spouse to pay the following spousal support (alimony) and claims that he or she has an actual need for the support that he or she is requesting and that the other spouse has the ability to pay that support. Spousal support (alimony) is requested in the amount of $ every week month, beginning and continuing until

Explain why the Court should order the other spouse to pay and any specific request(s) for type of alimony (temporary, permanent, bridge-the-gap, durational, rehabilitative, and/or lump sum):

3. Other provisions relating to alimony including any tax treatment and consequences:

4. Petitioner requests life insurance on the other spouse's life, provided by that spouse, to secure such support.

SECTION III. OTHER

Petitioner requests to be known by the following former legal name, which was

Other relief {specify}:

SECTION IV. REQUEST

{This section summarizes what you are asking the Court to include in the final judgment of dissolution of marriage.}

Petitioner requests that the Court enter an order dissolving the marriage and:

[Indicate all that apply]

distributing marital assets and liabilities as requested in Section I of this petition;

awarding spousal support (alimony) as requested in Section II of this petition;

restoring Petitioner's former name as requested in Section III of this petition;

awarding other relief as requested in Section III of this petition; and any other terms the Court deems necessary.

I understand that I am swearing or affirming under oath to the truthfulness of the claims made in this petition and that the punishment for knowingly making a false statement includes fines and/or imprisonment.

Dated:

Signature of Petitioner

Printed Name:

Address:

City, State, Zip:

Telephone Number:

Fax Number:

Designated E-mail Address(es):

STATE OF FLORIDA

COUNTY OF

Sworn to or affirmed and signed before me on by

NOTARY PUBLIC or DEPUTY CLERK

{Print, type, or stamp commissioned name of notary or deputy clerk.}

Personally known

Produced identification

Type of identification produced

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 Petitioner.

This form was completed with the assistance of:

{name of individual}

{name of business}

{address}

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

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What Florida Supreme Court Approved Law Form 12901 Is

Florida Supreme Court Approved Law Form 12901 is a standardized court form used in Florida state courts to record specific litigation-related information and procedural notices. The form is published and approved by the Florida Supreme Court for use statewide; it provides consistent fields for parties, case numbers, dates, and required certifications. Completing the Form 12901 accurately ensures filings conform to court formatting and content expectations and helps avoid processing delays. This page explains the form’s purpose, the required information, step-by-step completion guidance, e-signature considerations, and retention recommendations for practitioners and self-represented litigants.

Why Accurate Completion Matters

Using Florida Supreme Court Approved Law Form 12901 promotes consistency in filings, reduces clerk rejection risk, and clarifies record elements required by the court. Proper completion supports enforceability under ESIGN and UETA when electronically signed and retained in searchable form.

Why Accurate Completion Matters

Who Typically Prepares and Submits This Form

Common users include courtroom attorneys, pro se litigants, and court clerks who prepare or accept completed forms.

  • Attorneys and firms — prepare filings, ensure legal content, and verify client information before submission.
  • Court clerks — review format, accept filings into case docket, and return deficient submissions.
  • Self-represented litigants — complete fields accurately to avoid delays and possible return by the court.

Core Sections to Expect on Form 12901

Key sections of Form 12901 define party identification, case details, statement content, signature blocks, certifications, and a space for clerk notation to standardize filings.

Party Information

Provide each party’s full legal name, mailing address, counsel information if represented, and a designated contact — accuracy prevents mismatches with docket records and service errors.

Case Details

Enter the court division, case number exactly as assigned, filing date, and related caption information to allow clerks to match the form to the proper file.

Statement Content

Provide a clear, concise factual statement or declaration in the space provided; avoid extraneous argument and reference supporting exhibits by exhibit letter or number when applicable.

Signature Block

Each signature line must include printed name, relation to party (e.g., counsel, guardian, litigant), and date; electronic signatures are acceptable when compliant with ESIGN and UETA where applicable.

Certifications

Complete any checkbox certifications truthfully, including attorney or client verification statements; false certifications can lead to sanctions and disciplinary proceedings where warranted.

Clerk Notation

Leave space for clerk stamps, filing codes, and internal comments; do not write over the margins reserved for court use or official annotations or date/time stamps.

Required Information and Key Fields

Case Number: Exact docket number assigned by the court.
Party Name: Full legal name as on government ID.
Address: Street address, city, state, ZIP code.
Date: Use MM/DD/YYYY format for all dates.
Signature: Sign, print name, and date in block.
Attorney Bar: Include attorney bar number when represented.

Step-by-Step: Completing and Submitting Form 12901

Follow these steps to complete and submit Form 12901 correctly, whether filing electronically or in paper with the court clerk.

  • 01
    Prepare Document: Gather case number, party names, and supporting exhibits.
  • 02
    Complete Fields: Enter information precisely; use MM/DD/YYYY for dates.
  • 03
    Sign Notice: Obtain required signatures, witness or notary if applicable.
  • 04
    File With Court: Submit per local rules electronically or deliver to clerk.

How to Configure an Electronic Workflow

Configure an electronic workflow for Form 12901 to place fillable fields, signature slots, conditional checks, and routing for clerk or counsel review.

Field Configuration
Name Field Settings Required; single-line; auto-format capitalization and validation
Date Field Settings Use MM/DD/YYYY; calendar picker; default today option
Signature Field Settings Signer must initial and full sign; require authentication
Routing & Notifications Sequential routing; clerk notified after all signatures complete

Where to File and How the Form Moves Through the Court

This section outlines where to file Form 12901 and how the form moves through review, acceptance, and docketing by court staff.

  • Upload or Deliver: Submit electronically via court e-filing or deliver paper copy to clerk's office.
  • Clerk Review: Clerks check for completeness and correct docket matching.
  • Acceptance: If accepted, clerk stamps and dockets the filing.
  • Corrections Needed: Clerk returns with deficiency notice requiring amendment.

Digital Signing and Platform Requirements

Confirm platform compatibility and authentication options before submitting an electronically signed Form 12901 to court systems.

  • Formats Accepted: PDF, PDF/A, DOCX accepted for review.
  • Authentication: Email, SMS code, or stronger MFA.
  • Integrations: Works with court e-filing vendors and document systems.

Timing Considerations and Typical Processing Windows

Key timing considerations for Form 12901 include statutory filing windows, clerk processing times, and required dates within the form that affect case scheduling.

Filing Deadline:

File by the court’s deadline or per judge’s order.

Clerk Processing:

Typical review and docketing takes one to five business days.

Correction Period:

Respond to clerk deficiency notices within specified timeframe.

Effective Date Impact:

Dates entered may affect service deadlines and hearing schedules.

Emergency Filings:

Use expedited or emergency procedures per local rules when necessary.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Incomplete party names or inconsistent spelling across documents can cause clerk rejection and require form resubmission with corrected information, delaying case processing.
  • Wrong case number entry is a frequent error that prevents matching to the correct docket and can result in misfiling or administrative returns by court staff.
  • Failing to obtain required witness signatures or notarization when the form’s instructions mandate them leads to noncompliant filings and possible denial of the requested relief.
  • Using incorrect date formats or leaving date fields blank can affect statutory deadlines and may be treated as incomplete by the clerk’s office.

Penalties and Risks from Incorrect or Incomplete Filings

Filing Rejection: Clerk returns filing.
Hearings Delayed: Case scheduling postponed.
Sanctions Risk: Court may impose sanctions.
Notary Issues: Invalid notarization voids signature.
Privileged Loss: Improper retention risks privilege.
Financial Penalties: Fees or fines possible.

FAQs — Common Questions About Form 12901

Frequently asked questions about completing, signing, notarizing, and filing Florida Supreme Court Approved Law Form 12901 are answered below to resolve common issues.


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