What is the deadline to respond to the custody petition?

You must respond by May 15, 2026.

Where should I file my answer?

File your answer with the Clerk of the Court in Miami-Dade County.

What happens if I don't respond?

If you do not respond, the petition will be taken as confessed.

Respondents must file an answer regarding temporary custody by May 15, 2026.

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Published: Apr 22, 2026 · 1 week ago
Category: Court Notice
City: Miami
Address: 1642 NE 1ST AVE APT 2203, Miami, FL

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What You Should Do Next

1
File Your Answer
Prepare and file your answer to the petition with the Clerk of the Court.
2
Mail a Copy
Send a copy of your answer to Ruby del Carmen Ballestas Petro at the provided address.
3
Check Court Dates
Review the publication dates for any updates or additional requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the deadline to respond to the custody petition?: You must respond by May 15, 2026.
Where should I file my answer?: File your answer with the Clerk of the Court in Miami-Dade County.
What happens if I don't respond?: If you do not respond, the petition will be taken as confessed.

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Full Notice Text

NOTICE OF PUBLICATION
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE ELEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT
IN AND FOR MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA
FAMILY DIVISION
IN THE INTEREST OF                                             
Martín Emiliano Loaiza Ballestas,                             Ruby del Carmen Ballestas Petro,
Children                                                              Petitioner, 
and
Andrea Carolina Ballestas Petro,                               Juan Pablo Loaiza Maldonado,
Respondent,                                                        Respondent.

NOTICE OF PUBLICATION
YOU, Respondent Andrea Carolina Ballestas Petro and Juan Pablo Loaiza Maldonado whose last known address is Calle 1 #119B-36, La Elvira, Edificio Los Rosales, Apt 14-03, Valledupar, Cesar, Colombia. are hereby notified regarding the following child(ren) Martín Emiliano Loaiza Ballestas, May 20, 2026, to file your Answer to the Petition for Temporary Custody with the Clerk of the Court and mail a copy to the Petitioner at  Ruby del Carmen Ballestas Petro 1642 NE 1ST AVE APT 2203 Miami, FL 33132 on or before the 15th Day of May, 2026 or this Petition for Temporary Custody filed against you will be taken as confesed.

                                                                        CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT
(Circuit Court Seal)                                                   By:_____________________
                                                                                                     Deputy Clerk
                                              Publication dates: 4/23, 4/30, 5/7 & 5/14/26