Hon. Sherri L. Collins — 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
Hearings must be requested via email to CAD-DivisionU@pbcgov.org and parties must comply with Local Rule 4 before requesting. Notices must specify relevant details and ADA requirements.
Verified Jun 9, 2026
Courtesy Copies
Courtesy copies of motions, agreed documents, and jury instructions must be emailed in WORD format by noon on Friday before trial week.
Verified Jun 9, 2026
Zoom Hearings
The Court allows hybrid virtual hearings for certain non-evidentiary matters. Requests for evidentiary hearings via Zoom must be made by motion, and participants must follow professional decorum.
Verified Jun 9, 2026
Participants joining Zoom hearings must label themselves properly, dress professionally, and ensure a functional setup with camera, microphone, and stable internet.
Verified Jun 9, 2026
Proposed Orders
Proposed orders must be submitted in WORD format via Online Services within a week after the hearing, accompanied by a verification of party agreements or a statement of disagreement.
Verified Jun 9, 2026
Special Set Hearings
Longer hearing times are available at least once per month; calendar conflicts must be addressed at Calendar Call as per Florida Rule 2.550.
Verified Jun 9, 2026
Emergency Motions
Emergency hearings require a detailed motion outlining issues, the necessity, and required presentation time. Approval is at the court's discretion.
Verified Jun 9, 2026
Cancellations
Criminal case hearings may only be canceled or rescheduled with the court's explicit permission.
Verified Jun 9, 2026
Other
Judicial communications must comply with Canon 3 of the Code of Judicial Conduct; ex parte communications are prohibited unless authorized by law.
Verified Jun 9, 2026
All parties must use the Florida Courts E-Filing Portal for submitting and receiving case materials unless excused. Contact details must be updated via Form 2.603.
Verified Jun 9, 2026
Contact Information
Judicial Assistant
Dominique Jones
JA Email
CAD-DivisionU@pbcgov.orgPhone
(561) 355-1681Courtroom
11B
Official Page
Court WebsiteLast Verified
June 30, 2026
Official Sources
Source: Official court page or published division procedure material.
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