Hon. Howard Coates, Jr. — 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
Proposed orders, including those for motions to withdraw, must be submitted electronically prior to hearings.
Verified Jun 9, 2026
Zoom Hearings
Zoom hearings are allowed for status checks and case dispositions without prior approval. Proper attire, a stationary setting, and labeling with full names are required. Audio and video capabilities are necessary.
Verified Jun 9, 2026
Attorneys and participants must use their first and last name as their Zoom label and be stationary. Improper behavior or violations will result in removal from the call.
Verified Jun 9, 2026
Attorneys must wear proper attire such as a shirt and tie and ensure an active video feed when addressing the court in Zoom hearings.
Verified Jun 9, 2026
Hearing participants on Zoom must remain muted until called upon and should not engage in distractions like driving, walking, or lying in bed.
Verified Jun 9, 2026
Special Set Hearings
Special set hearings such as evidentiary hearings must be held in person unless prior court approval for Zoom is granted.
Verified Jun 9, 2026
Certain hearings like arraignments, pleas, and bond hearings must be conducted in person unless prior court leave is granted.
Verified Jun 9, 2026
Other
Judge Howard K. Coates, Jr. presides in Division V and follows the Florida Supreme Court and Circuit Administrative Orders.
Verified Jun 9, 2026
Contact Information
Judicial Assistant
Stefanie Lee
JA Email
CAD-DIVISIONV@PBCGOV.ORGPhone
(561) 355-3730Courtroom
10G
Official Page
Court WebsiteLast Verified
June 30, 2026
Official Sources
Source: Official court page or published division procedure material.
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