Hon. Jr. Ernest A. Kollra, — Judicial Procedures
Family Division
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
8:30 AM MC docket is designated for five-minute motions only. The docket ends promptly at 9:30 AM.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Zoom Hearings
Although in-person hearings are preferred, starting July 1, 2024, certain five-minute docket hearings can be heard via Zoom without a written motion, except for mandatory appearances.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
For status hearings and five-minute hearings, Judge Kollra does not require a written motion for Zoom appearances. Notify the ASA who will inform the judge.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Proposed Orders
All criminal orders agreed by the assigned ASA must be marked as 'Order Granting,' include all relevant parties in the service list (BSO and pretrial), and require a motion to be uploaded alongside the order. Submit via CMS.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Special Set Hearings
Special set hearings must be coordinated through the Judicial Assistant (JA). Witnesses appearing via Zoom require agreement from all parties and must be explicitly mentioned on the notice.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Arthur hearings are special set hearings scheduled for the afternoon docket at 1:30 or 3 PM. All necessary packets must be delivered to chambers.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Motions to suppress or dismiss must be special set on the 1:30 docket or later. Specify when separate sessions are needed.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Early termination of probation hearings require a motion first and must include the probation officer and ASA in coordination. Even agreed motions require a hearing.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Emergency Motions
Emergency motions must be filed and reviewed by the judge before a hearing date can be set. The Judicial Assistant does not process such motions.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Discovery Disputes
All motions over 10 pages, including exhibits and evidence, must be dropped off in hard copy to the JA for review.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Cancellations
Send an email with all parties attached to cancel any scheduled hearings. Notify the JA promptly of cancellations.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Other
Trial dates are only set in court by Judge Kollra. Plea forms (English and Spanish) are provided for reference.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Contact Information
Judicial Assistant
Teresa Sugar
Phone
(954) 831-3575Courtroom
NW5750
Official Page
Court WebsiteLast Verified
June 30, 2026
Official Sources
Source: Official court page or published division procedure material.
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