Verbatim authority
RULE 12.520
VIEW
Upon motion of either party or on the court’s own motion, the
trier of fact may view the premises or place in question or any
property, matter, or thing relating to the controversy between the
parties when it appears that view is necessary to a just decision.
1995 Adoption. This rule replaces Florida Rule of Civil
Procedure 1.520 and eliminates the advancement of costs imposed
by rule 1.520.
Source: The Florida Bar — Family Law Rules of Procedure compilation (PDF) · retrieved July 7, 2026
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