Mandatory Disclosure
In a Florida divorce, mandatory disclosure is the rule requiring both spouses to exchange detailed financial information with each other. Under Florida Family Law Rule 12.285, each party must provide a financial affidavit plus documents like tax returns, pay stubs, and bank statements. The goal is to make sure property, debt, support, and other issues are decided with full information. In some simplified or fully agreed uncontested cases, certain disclosure requirements can be waived in writing.
Last updated June 21, 2026
Legal Definition
Mandatory disclosure under Fla. Fam. L. R. P. 12.285 is the obligatory exchange of financial affidavits and supporting financial documents between parties in dissolution and support proceedings, subject to limited waiver in uncontested matters.
Example
Because their case was uncontested, the couple signed a written waiver of certain mandatory disclosure items but still exchanged financial affidavits.
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