What is the deadline to respond to this paternity action?

You must serve written defenses and file the original by 6/11/2026.

Where do I file my response for this case in Brevard County?

File the original at Moor Justice Center, 2825 Judge Fran Jamieson Way, Viera, FL.

What happens if I ignore the notice?

A default may be entered and the court could grant the petitioner's requests without your participation.

Court Notice — 2825 Judge Fran Jamieson Way, Viera, FL (05-2021-DR-035111-XXXX-XX)

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Paternity action

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A paternity action and emergency motion for child pickup were filed; the respondent must file written defenses by 6/11/2026 or risk a default. Court papers are at the Brevard County clerk's office and automatic-disclosure rules apply.

Key Takeaways

Respondent must file defenses by 6/11/2026
Action: counter-petition for paternity and child pickup
File original at Moor Justice Center in Viera
Default may be entered if you do nothing
Automatic disclosure rules (Rule 12.285) apply

Deadline · Response Deadline

June 11, 2026

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Published

May 20, 2026 · today

What to do next

1
Prepare and serve written defenses
Serve a copy of your written defenses on Crystalle P. Denmark (c/o Diane Fowler, PO Box 177, Scottsmoor, FL 32775-0177) by 6/11/2026.
2
File the original with the clerk
File the original response with the Clerk at Moor Justice Center, 2825 Judge Fran Jamieson Way, Viera, FL before or immediately after serving the petitioner.
3
Review automatic disclosure requirements
Comply with Rule 12.285 disclosure obligations to avoid sanctions; consider consulting a family law attorney promptly.

Frequently asked questions

What is the deadline to respond to this paternity action?: You must serve written defenses and file the original by 6/11/2026.
Where do I file my response for this case in Brevard County?: File the original at Moor Justice Center, 2825 Judge Fran Jamieson Way, Viera, FL.
What happens if I ignore the notice?: A default may be entered and the court could grant the petitioner's requests without your participation.

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Legal terms in this notice

default: A court decision entered when a party fails to respond, allowing the other side's requests to be granted.
counter-petition: A legal pleading filed in response that asks the court for relief against the original filer.
child pickup order: A court order authorizing retrieval or custody transfer of a child, often in emergency situations.
automatic disclosure (Rule 12.285): Mandatory sharing of certain documents and information between family-law parties early in the case.

Full Notice Text

AD#12302289
5/6 5/13 5/20 5/27/2026
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE EIGHTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT
IN AND FOR BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA
CASE NO.:
05-2021-DR-035111-XXXX-XX
DIVISION:
MY KEET DONNEL RUSSEL,
PETITIONER
AND
CRYSTALLE P. DENMARK,
RESPONDENT
NOTICE OF ACTION FOR
COUNTER-PETTION FOR DETERMINIATION OF PATERNITY AND OTHER RELIEF AND EMERGENCY MOTION FOR CHILD PICKUP ORDER
TO: MY KEETT DONNELL RUSSELL
GENERAL DELIVERY, TITUSVILLE, FL AND 2842 NW 90TH ST., MIAMI, FL 33147
YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action for paternity and child pick up has been filed against you and that you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on Crystalle P. Denmark, c/o Diane Fowler, Esquire, whose address is PO Bos 177, Scottsmoor, FL 32775-0177 on or before 6/11/2026 and file the original with the clerk of this court at Moor Justice Center, 2825 Judge Fran Jamieson Way, Viera, FL 32940 before service on petitioner or immediately thereafter. If you fail to do so, a default may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the petition.
Copies of all court documents in this case, including order, are available at the clerk of the circuit courts office. You may review these documents upon request.
You must keep the clerk of the circuit courts office notified of your current address. (You may file designation of current mailing and email address, Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12.915.) Future papers in this lawsuit will be mailed or emailed to the addresses on record at the clerks office.
WARNING: Rule 12.285, Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure, requires certain automatic disclosure of documents and information. Failure to comply can result tin sanctions, including dismissal or striking.
Dated 4/30/2026
RACHEL M. SADOFF
CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT
BY: JESSICA TURCOT
DEPUTY CLERK