Florida § 61.509 - Notice to persons outside the state.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 61.509 — Notice to persons outside the state., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 61.509. Notice to persons outside the state.
(1) Notice required for the exercise of jurisdiction when a person is outside this state may be given in a manner prescribed by the laws of the state in which the service is made. Notice must be given in a manner reasonably calculated to give actual notice, but may be made by publication if other means are not effective. (2) Proof of service may be made in the manner prescribed by the laws of the state in which the service is made. (3) Notice is not required for the exercise of jurisdiction with respect to a person who submits to the jurisdiction of the court.
Source: official Florida text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 61.509
What does Florida Statutes § 61.509 cover?
Section 61.509 ("Notice to persons outside the state.") is part of the Florida Statutes, the codified statutory law of Florida. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Florida § 61.509?
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Is this the official text of Florida law?
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