Docket Sounding (Calendar Call)

Florida legal definition under Local Court Rules

Verified by Licensed Bail Bond ProfessionalsLast updated: March 2026
Definition: A pre-trial hearing where the judge calls cases on the docket to determine their status: ready for trial, plea expected, continuance needed, or other disposition. Attendance is typically mandatory.

Category: Court Process · Statute: Local Court Rules · Source: Florida Legislature

Understanding Docket Sounding (Calendar Call) in Florida

A pre-trial hearing where the judge calls cases on the docket to determine their status: ready for trial, plea expected, continuance needed, or other disposition. Attendance is typically mandatory.

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