Dependency Law Finder

Florida's dependency statutes, court rules and DCF operating procedures, with the appellate opinions that apply them

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OrdersRule 8.645

Part IV · Proceedings for Families and Children in Need of Services · Rules of Juvenile Procedure (October 1, 2026 ed.)

0 opinions cite Rule 8.645

Cited as rule 8.645 under earlier numbering (1)

These opinions cite a rule numbered 8.645 before that number meant this rule: before the rules were renumbered on July 1, 1991, or before this rule was adopted (effective 1991-07-01). They are about a different rule.

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Upon the conclusion of all hearings, the court shall enter its decisions in a written order. All orders of the court shall be reduced to writing as soon after they are entered as is consistent with orderly procedure and shall contain findings of fact and conclusions of law.

Amendments since the 1991 renumbering

From the Florida Bar edition's table of amending opinions. Where it lists a range of rules ("8.400–8.410"), each rule in the range today is listed.