Upholding Justice in Floridas Second Appellate District
The Florida Second District Court of Appeal serves as an intermediate appellate court within Floridas state court system. The court reviews selected decisions from circuit courts and ensures that legal rulings are applied consistently across the district. Its published opinions guide litigants, attorneys, and trial courts on important questions of law and appellate procedure.
The court also considers certain matters involving state and local administrative agencies when appellate review is authorized by Florida law. In addition, it may handle original proceedings such as petitions for extraordinary relief when the requirements for jurisdiction and review are met.
Contact Information
Physical Address:
📍 Florida Second District Court of Appeal
811 East Main Street
Lakeland, FL 33801
Phone: (863) 499 2290
Official Website:
🔗 appellate.courts.fa.gov/.2dca.org/
Jurisdiction and Responsibilities
The Florida Second District Court of Appeal has jurisdiction over:
• Appeals from circuit courts within the Second Appellate District
• Review of eligible administrative agency decisions when authorized by statute
• Civil and criminal appeals, including challenges to final orders and certain nonfinal orders permitted by rule
• Original proceedings seeking extraordinary relief, including mandamus, prohibition, and certiorari in appropriate cases
• Guidance on appellate practice through written opinions that help ensure uniform application of Florida law
Our appeal lawyers in Florida handle appeals before the Florida Second District Court of Appeal, writ applications, and appellate brief drafting.
Location Coordinates
Florida Second District Court of Appeal Building:
📍 Latitude: 28.0395° N
📍 Longitude: 81.9498° W
Hours of Operation
🕘 Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
📅 Closed on state-observed holidays
Learn More
For more information on court procedures, filing guidance, and accessing opinions, visit the Florida Second District Court of Appeal Official Website.If you need help with an appeal, learn more about our Florida appeals lawyer services.
