Twentieth Judicial Circuit Court of Florida

Twentieth Judicial Circuit Court of Florida The Twentieth Judicial Circuit, established in 1970, consists of Charlotte, Collier, Glades, Hendry, and Lee Counties

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COURT CLOSURE ALERT 📣 Twentieth Judicial Circuit Courts will be closed on Monday September 7th, 2026 for Labor Day. We w...
09/03/2026

COURT CLOSURE ALERT 📣 Twentieth Judicial Circuit Courts will be closed on Monday September 7th, 2026 for Labor Day. We will see you on Tuesday, September 8th, 2026 when we re-open. Have a safe and happy weekend!

Recovery Month is a reminder that strong recovery systems are built through connection and collaboration!! Last week, me...
09/02/2026

Recovery Month is a reminder that strong recovery systems are built through connection and collaboration!!

Last week, members of our treatment court team attended the Florida Behavioral Health Conference (BHCon), joining professionals from across the state to share ideas and learn more about the work happening throughout Florida’s behavioral health system.

Representing Lee County Drug Court and Mental Health Court were team members from DOC Probation and Centerstone, along with our Lee County Drug Courts Manager and Treatment Courts Director.

They came back with new ideas, new connections and valuable perspectives that can help strengthen the work happening in our treatment courts every day. 🤝🤩

Recovery is not the same for everyone and neither is the path to getting there.During National Recovery Month, we recogn...
09/01/2026

Recovery is not the same for everyone and neither is the path to getting there.

During National Recovery Month, we recognize the individuals working toward recovery and the judges, court professionals, treatment providers, attorneys, probation officers, mentors, and community partners who help support that journey.

Our Treatment Courts, including Drug Court, Mental Health Court, and Veterans Treatment Court, connect participants with accountability, treatment, and resources that support long-term success.

Every participant's story is different. Every step forward matters.

Join us in celebrating a path to recovery. 💜

Last week, employees from across the Twentieth Judicial Circuit attended the Florida Court Personnel Institute in Orland...
08/31/2026

Last week, employees from across the Twentieth Judicial Circuit attended the Florida Court Personnel Institute in Orlando, where court professionals from around the state developed the skills that help keep Florida’s courts accessible, fair, effective, responsive, and accountable.

Court interpreters, Human Resources staff, judicial assistants, and new employees represented our Florida Courts throughout the week. Our Human Resources Director, Dawn Whittington, also presented two management sessions focused on developing effective leaders and navigating challenging workplace situations.

Three graduates. Three success stories. Three lives moving forward. 💙Congratulations to the three newest graduates of Co...
08/28/2026

Three graduates. Three success stories. Three lives moving forward. 💙

Congratulations to the three newest graduates of Collier County Mental Health Court!

Graduation is more than the end of a program. It's a milestone that reflects hard work and a commitment to creating a better future.

This year, nine participants have graduated and 33 participants are continuing their journey through the program. Presided over by Collier County Judge Deborah Cunningham, Mental Health Court provides treatment, accountability, and support while helping participants address the underlying mental health challenges that can contribute to justice system involvement.

Congratulations to all three graduates on this well-earned achievement. We wish you continued success!

Taking the bench Monday are two new judges to the 20th Judicial Circuit! Please join us in welcoming Judge James Chandle...
08/20/2026

Taking the bench Monday are two new judges to the 20th Judicial Circuit! Please join us in welcoming Judge James Chandler and Judge Kristan Burns.

Judge Chandler has been appointed to the Circuit Court, filling the vacancy created by the resignation of Judge Elizabeth Krier in Collier County. He most recently operated his own law practice in Naples.

Judge Kristan Burns has been appointed to the Lee County Court, filling the vacancy created by Judge Kimberly Davis Bocelli’s elevation to the Circuit Court. Judge Burns most recently served with the State Attorney’s Office for the 20th Circuit.

Both judges will begin their service on August 24. Congratulations!

One success story. One brighter future. 💙Congratulations to the newest graduate of Collier County Mental Health Court! J...
08/17/2026

One success story. One brighter future. 💙

Congratulations to the newest graduate of Collier County Mental Health Court! Judge Deborah Cunningham recently recognized this participant for her hard work, accountability and commitment for completing the program! Mental Health Court connects eligible participants with treatment, support, and community resources while addressing the underlying challenges that contribute to involvement in the justice system.

Please join us in giving her a big Congratulations! 👏

08/13/2026

Quick question… ⁉️

Do you know how many counties the 20th Judicial Circuit serves? What about how many judges we have?

No Googling. 😄

Watch the Reel and let us know if you guessed correctly!

What other questions about Florida’s courts would you like us to answer next?

School is back in session... but learning doesn’t only happen in the classroom!Throughout the year, students visit our c...
08/11/2026

School is back in session... but learning doesn’t only happen in the classroom!

Throughout the year, students visit our courtrooms and come ready with plenty of questions about judges, jury duty, the courts and Florida’s judicial branch. We’re sharing answers to a few of the questions we hear along the way.

Swipe through for PART 1 of our student Q&A. Then tell us: What should we explain in our next Courtroom Q&A? ⭐ FYI - We can't give legal advice! 😁

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North Fort Myers, FL
33901

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