Hon. Deborah Carpenter-Toye — Judicial Procedures
County Criminal
Quick operational summary based on publicly available court procedure materials. Always verify with the official court source before relying on this information.
Quick Rules
UMC / Motion Calendar
Proper scheduling of hearings requires contacting the Judicial Assistant with efiled motions and notices sent to all parties.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Courtesy Copies
Courtesy copies of efiled motions for depositions and substitution of counsel must be emailed to the Judicial Assistant and opposing counsel.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Zoom Hearings
Zoom hearings are permitted with proper notice. Requests for Zoom require filing a motion and obtaining a ruling at least five days before the hearing.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Special Set Hearings
All hearings must be scheduled based on communication with opposing counsel and following proper filing procedures.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Emergency Motions
Motions requesting emergency action must be sent to the Judicial Assistant with an explanation and forwarded to the opposing party.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Discovery Disputes
Hard copies of all exhibits must be marked and provided to opposing counsel for evidentiary hearings.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Cancellations
To cancel or reschedule motions, file and email the Judicial Assistant no less than seven business days prior to the hearing, including proof of contact with opposing counsel.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Other
Courtroom technology is available for publishing audio and video evidence. Parties must provide their own compatible equipment.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Ex-parte communication with the judge is not permitted. Unrepresented parties should complete a request form for judge consideration.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Participants must adhere to courtroom decorum, including professional appearance and behavior. Electronic devices must be silenced.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Contact Information
Judicial Assistant
Anna Marie Perez
Phone
(954) 831-7039Courtroom
WW6175
Official Page
Court WebsiteLast Verified
June 30, 2026
Official Sources
Source: Official court page or published division procedure material.
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