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    Apr 23, 2010, 07:35 AM
    What happens if respondent doesn't reply in a Florida divorce?
    My husband has been served with divorce papers. What happens if he doesn't respond within the 20 day period?
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    Apr 27, 2010, 04:03 PM

    If he was properly served then a hearing is scheduled and the Judge Orders the Final Dissolution of the marriage.
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    Apr 27, 2010, 04:08 PM

    1. he was served? If served and he merely refuses to answer or attend the hearing the case will go on without him
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