Jurisdiction
Florida Circuit Courts have original jurisdiction not vested in the County Courts, direct review of administrative action, and the power to issue writs of mandamus, quo warranto, certiorari, prohibition, and habeas corpus, as well as any other writs necessary to exercise their jurisdiction.
As authorized by the legislature, and in addition to the power to issue various injunctions and other necessary orders, the Circuit Courts more specifically have the following jurisdiction:
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