Florida § 71.031 - Reestablishment of proceedings in pending actions.
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§ 71.031. Reestablishment of proceedings in pending actions.
Lost or destroyed proceedings and any paper or file affecting them in any actions pending and undetermined in any court may be reestablished by the person desiring reestablishment by filing a copy of the proceedings, paper or file in chancery and giving 10 days’ written notice to all parties to the action of the application for reestablishment of the proceedings, paper or file. On the hearing the judge shall ascertain the facts and determine the application.
Source: official Florida text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 71.031
What does Florida Statutes § 71.031 cover?
Section 71.031 ("Reestablishment of proceedings in pending actions.") 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 § 71.031?
A common citation format is "Florida Statutes § 71.031" (Florida). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Florida law?
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How does Florida § 71.031 apply to my situation?
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