Hon. Ashley Zuckerman — 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
Hearings for Division M cases can be set without court permission on Mondays and Thursdays at 8:30 a.m. if they require 5 minutes or less. Cases must be scheduled using the division email.
Verified Jun 9, 2026
Courtesy Copies
Send a courtesy copy of the motion and Notice of Hearing to CAD-DivisionM@pbcgov.org after e-filing with the Clerk for all motions and special set hearings.
Verified Jun 9, 2026
For a Demand for Speedy Trial, send a courtesy copy to CAD-DivisionM@pbcgov.org following filing.
Verified Jun 9, 2026
Zoom Hearings
All Division M hearings are held in person. Requests to appear remotely must be filed in writing at least three days in advance, with a proposed order submitted through OLS.
Verified Jun 9, 2026
Proposed Orders
Only upload proposed orders as 'AGREED' if parties have agreed in writing; mislabeling may result in sanctions. Submit orders via Online Services in Word format, and supporting documents in PDF format.
Verified Jun 9, 2026
Special Set Hearings
Special set hearings can be arranged via the Judicial Assistant by emailing scheduling requests to CAD-DivisionM@pbcgov.org, including case details and the time requested.
Verified Jun 9, 2026
Emergency Motions
Emergency motions or filings requiring immediate handling should follow established procedures; consult the Judicial Assistant.
Verified Jun 9, 2026
Other
Trials take place weekly starting Tuesday at 8:30 a.m., preceded by a mandatory calendar call on Friday at 8:30 a.m. where parties discuss trial logistics, with defendants required to attend unless excused by the Court.
Verified Jun 9, 2026
Sentencing hearings are typically conducted on Thursdays at 8:30 a.m.
Verified Jun 9, 2026
Division M does not accept hard-copy orders; submit all orders electronically for signature via OLS or the Florida e-filing portal.
Verified Jun 9, 2026
No cameras are permitted in the courtroom without special permission, remote hearings, and compliance with Florida Rule of Judicial Administration 2.450 and Administrative Order 2.208-8/24.
Verified Jun 9, 2026
Contact Information
Judicial Assistant
Audrie Leo
Phone
(561) 355-6050Courtroom
9E
Official Page
Court WebsiteLast Verified
June 30, 2026
Official Sources
Source: Official court page or published division procedure material.
Official court pageDivision procedures pageOther Palm Beach County judges
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- Hon. Bradley HarperJuvenile Division
- Hon. Carolyn BellCircuit Civil
- Hon. Caryn SipersteinCircuit Civil
- Hon. Charles E. BurtonProbate
