AI rules for self-represented litigants: Florida state courts (statewide)
In effect · State · Florida
| Scope | All Florida state courts. Does not apply to federal courts in Florida. |
|---|---|
| Order or rule | Supreme Court of Florida Administrative Order, In re: Representations by Signers of Filings, and amended Rule of General Practice and Judicial Administration 2.515(d)(2) |
| Number | AOSC26-12 |
| Date signed | 2026-05-28 |
| Effective date | 2026-06-15 |
| Status | In effect |
| Applies to self-represented litigants | Yes. It applies to every signer of a filing. |
| Do you have to disclose AI use? | No. Florida state courts may not impose local AI disclosure requirements. |
| Certification required | By signing, you represent that the legal authorities in your filing exist and are accurately cited. |
| What you must verify | Confirm that every case, statute, and rule you cite exists and is cited accurately, whether or not you used AI. |
| Sanctions mentioned | Courts may impose sanctions for filings inconsistent with the signer's representation. |
Summary
Florida replaced a patchwork of local AI disclosure orders with one statewide rule. You do not have to disclose AI use in Florida state courts, but your signature now represents that every legal authority you cite is real and accurately cited.
What this means for you
- You do not need an AI disclosure statement in Florida state court.
- Your signature promises that every citation is real and accurate, so check each one.
- Federal courts in Florida are not covered. Check the federal judge's rules separately.
AOSC26-12, Supreme Court of Florida
Last verified: 2026-10-21
Changes
- 2026-10-21 — Added to directory.
This summary is general legal information, not legal advice. Court rules change, and individual judges may add their own requirements. Always read the official order and your judge's rules before you file.
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