Hon. Della Cope — Judicial Procedures
County Civil
Quick operational summary based on publicly available court procedure materials. Always verify with the official court source before relying on this information.
Quick Rules
Courtesy Copies
When filing motions with the Clerk, send a copy to the Court at DVMotions@jud6.org.
Verified Aug 10, 2026
Do not email motions to Section CV1, CV2, or CV3 unless requested by the Judicial Assistant.
Verified Aug 10, 2026
File motions for rehearing or reconsideration timely with the Clerk and send a copy to dvmotions@jud6.org.
Verified Aug 10, 2026
Zoom Hearings
A party seeking electronic appearance at a return hearing must file a motion with the Clerk at least two days before the hearing and email a copy to dvmotions@jud6.org.
Verified Aug 10, 2026
Proposed Orders
For substitution of counsel, upload the cover letter, stipulation, signed written client consent, and proposed order to JAWS.
Verified Aug 10, 2026
A proposed order approving substitution of counsel without the client's written consent will not be signed.
Verified Aug 10, 2026
For withdrawal of counsel based on written client consent and opposing-party non-objection, the proposed order must include the party's complete contact information.
Verified Aug 10, 2026
Special Set Hearings
Minor children may not testify unless the Court grants permission after a hearing on a motion to allow child testimony.
Verified Aug 10, 2026
Do not bring minor children to contested hearings without prior Court approval.
Verified Aug 10, 2026
To seek a minor child's testimony, file a motion for child testimony; the request will be considered at the final injunction hearing.
Verified Aug 10, 2026
The moving party must email the Judicial Assistant a copy of the filed motion and request hearing time.
Verified Aug 10, 2026
If there is opposing counsel, coordinate with opposing counsel and then email the Judicial Assistant the agreed time, date, hearing type, and required duration.
Verified Aug 10, 2026
If withdrawing counsel lacks the client's written consent, the motion must be set for hearing with proper notice to the client.
Verified Aug 10, 2026
Emergency Motions
Emergency and expedited motions must first be filed with the Clerk before the Court determines their status.
Verified Aug 10, 2026
Use the emergency or expedited designation only when there is potential for harm to a party or minor child within 7 days.
Verified Aug 10, 2026
When the Portal does not receive a motion marked emergency, submit a copy to the Court by email, hand delivery, or regular U.S. mail.
Verified Aug 10, 2026
Witness affidavits may be submitted one day before the hearing, and proffered testimony may be heard, only to determine whether a full hearing is needed.
Verified Aug 10, 2026
Other
Bring printed copies of evidence; audio or video files must be brought on a CD, DVD, or thumb drive.
Verified Aug 10, 2026
Contact Information
Judicial Assistant
Kearsten Ferrentino
Phone
(727)453-7931Courtroom
Ch. 17
Official Page
Court WebsiteLast Verified
August 9, 2026
Official Sources
Source: Official court page or published division procedure material.
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