Hon. Woody R. Clermont — Judicial Procedures
Circuit 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
All hearings, including motions that require judicial consideration, must be actively set by the parties themselves using the online Court Management System for hearing slots.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Courtesy Copies
All emails to the judicial office should copy the opposing party and adhere to ex parte communication rules.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Zoom Hearings
Zoom appearances are only allowed upon explicit authorization by the court. Locally-based parties must appear in person unless otherwise specified.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Proposed Orders
Proposed Orders related to motions must be submitted electronically via the Court Management System, along with all necessary supporting documents. Non-compliance will result in abandonment.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Special Set Hearings
Certain hearings must be coordinated directly through the Judicial Assistant. Refer to procedural rules for such matters.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Emergency Motions
For emergency motions or requests, all parties must immediately contact chambers via phone or email to notify the court and the opposing party if late or absent.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Discovery Disputes
For the waiver of pretrial conference appearances, all attorneys must sign and submit a stipulation, including details like issues of law, witnesses, and trial duration estimates.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Cancellations
Special set hearings or trials can only be canceled with proper notice to the court or through settlement/dismissal filed with requisite notifications.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Other
Parties requiring ADA accommodations must contact the ADA coordinator at least 7 days prior or immediately upon notification of a scheduled appearance.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Contact Information
Judicial Assistant
Lynnette Merritt-Lott
Phone
(954) 831-7322Courtroom
WW13164
Official Page
Court WebsiteLast Verified
June 30, 2026
Official Sources
Source: Official court page or published division procedure material.
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