Fifth Circuit

The Fifth Judicial Circuit Court of Florida, serving Citrus, Hernando, Lake, Marion, and Sumter Counties. Terms of Use at

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🌀 Hurricane Season begins today, June 1st until November 30th.
➡ Stay up to date with the latest on #Circuit5 operations during this hurricane season.
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➡ To learn more about Teen Court, visit: https://t.co/yW2HnZuIaa

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Lake County Judge Emily Curington welcomed students from the Mount Dora Police Youth Leadership Program to learn about the judicial system and the role of a judge. ⚖️
Students also participated in a mock trial to gain hands-on insight into the Teen Court Program.
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Congratulations to the new Judges. ⚖️
Brian Toti has been appointed to serve as judge on the Fifth Judicial Circuit Court.
Shelby Senn has been appointed to serve as judge on the Sumter County Court.
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Gov. DeSantis announced 14 judicial appointments in May. Visit the Bar News for the full list of appointments.
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The Lake County Self Help Center is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
➡️Visit our website for more information: https://t.co/xd9xCVjRRW

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#MemorialDay
Remember and Honor our Heroes. 🇺🇸
The Fifth Judicial Circuit Courts are closed today.

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The Fifth Judicial Circuit is hiring a Judicial Assistant for the Circuit Court in Sumter County.
➡️ Visit our website for more information and to apply today: https://t.co/0sh2VhhJol
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ALL RISE:
The Honorable Charles L.W. Helm presides over a mock trial with students from the Villages Charter School.
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Congratulations to the new family. 🎉
The Howard Family finalized their adoption this month in Citrus County.
The Honorable Kristie M. Healis presided over the ceremony.
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The Sumter County Problem-Solving Court team received a proclamation from the Sumter County BOCC recognizing the month of May as National Problem-Solving Court Month.
Judge Charles L.W. Helm and Judge Erin Daly were present.
➡️Problem-Solving Courts info: https://t.co/LqWavCKdPw

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The Honorable Shanae L. Pickens, welcomes family, friends, and colleagues in attendance at her recent investiture.
Congratulations, Judge Pickens. ⚖️

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The Hernando County Problem-Solving Court team recently received a proclamation from the Hernando County BOCC recognizing May as National Problem-Solving Court Month.
Court Operations Manager Bryceann Twitty was present, along with the County Commissioners and staff.
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May is National Problem-Solving Courts Month.
In Sumter County, Circuit Judge Erin Daly and her team are celebrating this month’s problem‑solving court graduates and recognizing the life‑changing impact treatment courts have across the nation.
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The Gitlin Scholarship was created by volunteer attorney, Shelby Serig, in honor of her brother-in-law, Steven P. Gitlin, a probation officer who firmly believed in second chances.
⚖️ Learn more about the Fifth Judicial Circuit’s Teen Court Program: https://t.co/N2YyD3nDwO

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Heather Hoskins, Teen Court Program Associate and Lake County Judge Sarah J. Jones hosted an awards ceremony and dinner to celebrate Teen Court volunteers for their outstanding dedication.
Special congratulations to Demetryanna O'Neal, recipient of the Gitlin Scholarship.

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The Marion County Problem-Solving Court team received a proclamation from the BOCC recognizing May as National Problem-Solving Courts Month. Judges Herndon, Rogers, and Magistrate Soileau joined commissioners and staff for the presentation.
Info: https://t.co/LqWavCKdPw
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May is Problem-Solving Courts Month
#Circuit5 has 28 problem-solving courts that implement an interdisciplinary approach that address substance use and mental disorders and other underlying issues without jeopardizing public safety and due process.
Visit: https://t.co/LqWavCKdPw

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Plan Ahead 📌
The Fifth Judicial Circuit Courts will be closed Monday, May 25, 2026, for Memorial Day. 🇺🇸
➡️See #Circuit5 Court Holidays, here: https://t.co/wI98txwB05

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Congratulations to the new families.
The Washburn Family and the Carter Family finalized their adoptions in Citrus County.
The Honorable Kristie M. Healis presided over the ceremonies.
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The Fifth Judicial Circuit is currently hiring Trial Court Staff Attorneys in Citrus, Lake, and Marion Counties.
➡️ Visit our website for more information and to apply today: https://t.co/0sh2VhhJol
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