Supreme Court of Florida

In Re: Amendments to Florida Probate Rules 5.040, 5.330, and 5.930

February 23, 2023

Summary

The Supreme Court of Florida adopted amendments to Florida Probate Rules 5.040, 5.330, and 5.930. The amendments clarify proof-of-service requirements for formal notice, conform the personal representative's signature requirement to the discharge procedure, and create a form affidavit for custodians of electronic wills. The amendments take effect April 1, 2023, at 12:01 a.m.