The following article details the final court proceedings for foreclosure cases in the state of Florida. The article details the different scenarios that can occur to finalize a foreclosure case. It is important for people facing foreclosure in the state of Florida to be aware of their rights so that they can do everyhthing in their power to stop foreclosure through legal remedies.
The right to be heard at the hearing to show cause is waived if the defendant, after being served as provided by law with an order to show cause, engages in conduct that clearly shows that the defendant has relinquished the right to be heard on that order. The defendant’s failure to file defenses by a motion or by a sworn or verified answer or to appear at the hearing presumptively constitutes conduct that clearly shows that the defendant has relinquished the right to be heard.
If the court finds that the defendant has waived the right to be heard, the court may promptly enter an order requiring payment in the amount provided or an order to vacate the premises. Under and order to vacate the premises, the order is delivered to the County Sheriff for eviction should the mortgagor...