What is a notice of action for dissolution of marriage?

It is a legal notification that a divorce action has been initiated.

What should I do if I receive this notice?

You must respond to the notice by serving your written defenses to the petitioner.

What happens if I don't respond to the notice?

Failure to respond may result in a default judgment against you.

Notice of action for dissolution of marriage filed against Carl Leroy Welday, III.

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Published: Apr 22, 2026 · 1 week ago
Category: Name Change
City: Cape Coral
Address: 3218 Abbott Ave NE, Palm Bay, FL · 3 filings
Case #: 26-DR-002271

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What You Should Do Next

1
Respond to the notice
Serve your written defenses to Melissa Allison Welday by May 11, 2026.
2
File with the court
File the original response with the Clerk of the Circuit Court in Fort Myers.
3
Keep your address updated
Notify the Clerk of your current address to receive future court documents.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a notice of action for dissolution of marriage?: It is a legal notification that a divorce action has been initiated.
What should I do if I receive this notice?: You must respond to the notice by serving your written defenses to the petitioner.
What happens if I don't respond to the notice?: Failure to respond may result in a default judgment against you.

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Full Notice Text

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 20TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR LEE COUNTY, FLORIDA
Case No.: 26-DR-002271
Division:


Melissa Allison Welday
Petitioner,
and
Carl Leroy Welday, III.
Respondent,


NOTICE OF ACTION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE (NO CHILD OR FINANCIAL SUPPORT)


TO: Carl Leroy Welday, III.
{Respondent&apos;s last known address} 2916 Chipindale St Nw Massillon Ohio 44646


YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action for dissolution of marriage has been filed against you and that you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on Melissa Allison Welday whose address is 3218 Abbott Ave NE Palm Bay FL 32905
on or before 05/11/2026 and file the original with the clerk of this Court at 1700 Monroe Street, Fort Myers, FL 33901
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.
The action is asking the court to decide how the following real or personal property should be divided: {insert &quot;none&quot; or, if applicable, the legal description of real property, a specific description of personal property, and the name of the county in Florida where the property is located}
Copies of all court documents in this case, including orders, are available at the Clerk of the Circuit Court&apos;s office. You may review these documents upon request.
You must keep the Clerk of the Circuit Court&apos;s office notified of your current address. (You may file Designation of Current Mailing and E-Mail Address, Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12.915.) Future papers in this lawsuit will be mailed or e-mailed to the address(es) on record at the clerk&apos;s office.
WARNING: Rule 12.285, Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure, requires certain automatic disclosure of documents and information. Failure to comply can result in sanctions, including dismissal or striking of pleadings.
Dated: 03/31/2026
KEVIN C. KARNES
CLERK OF CIRCUIT COURT
By:
Deputy Clerk


This form was completed with the assistance of:
Abraham Penton
www.mysimpledivorceonline.com [http://www.mysimpledivorceonline.com]
8785 SW 165th Ave Suite 200
Miami, FL 33193
305-744-2319
April 8, 15, 22, 29, 2026
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