Judge Wolfe

The Honorable Mark R. Wolfe

Circuit Criminal, Trial Division 3

Edgecomb Courthouse (Office Only) 800 E. Twiggs St., Room #511
Tampa, Florida 33602
Criminal Courthouse Annex (Courtroom) 401 N. Jefferson St., Courtroom #62
Tampa, Florida 33602
Judicial Assistant: Erika Pullaro

felonydiv3@fljud13.org

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Trial Division 3

(Last modified June 29, 2026)

Mark R. Wolfe, Circuit Court Judge | Erika Pullaro, Judicial Assistant

Administrative Order S-2024-046, promulgated by the Chief Judge of the Thirteenth Circuit and applicable to all Circuit Civil divisions, establishes requirements that apply to your case. Please familiarize yourself and your office staff with this order.

All communications to the judicial office must be submitted by e-mail to FelonyDiv3@fljud13.org. The subject line must contain the case number, case name, name and date of motion, and time requested (e.g., 2024 DR 001234 SC – Doe v. Doe – Motion to Compel 4/17/26 – 1-hour requested). Please note, the Judicial Assistant (JA) is not permitted to give you any legal advice.
Ex parte Communications:
All communications with the judicial office must comply with Canon 3 of the Code of Judicial Conduct, which prohibits a judge from initiating, permitting, or considering ex parte communications and from considering other communications outside the presence of the parties concerning a pending or impending proceeding, unless authorized by law. All parties must be copied on any e-mail directed to the judicial office, unless an ex parte communication is authorized by law.
Unsolicited Communications:
Unsolicited communications from nonparties will not be considered by the court. Parties may only contact the judicial office in accordance with these practices and procedures.
E-Filing Portal Contact Information:
All attorneys and self-represented litigants must provide an e-mail address to receive signed orders electronically, unless excused. Fla. R. Gen. Prac. & Jud. Admin. 2.516. It is the responsibility of attorneys and self-represented litigants to update their contact information using Form 2.603 any time there is a change in the e-mail account registered for electronic service.
Response to Inquiries:
The judicial assistant is not authorized to provide legal advice and any inquiries via email will be responded to, if legally permissible, by the end of the next business day.
Notice of Hearing:
Notices of Hearing must include the document name, document number, the date of filing, and any responses with the correlating document name, document number and date of filing. For the document index number, see the Clerk’s Hover System (https://hover.hillsclerk.com/html/home.html).

Court Schedule:
The Court schedules all status conference dates for Trial Division 3.
Please notify the Division JA via email regarding available dates for all matters.
Cancelling Hearings:
Parties must cancel hearings by notifying the judicial assistant immediately. Parties must also immediately file and serve a notice of cancellation on opposing counsel and any self-represented litigant
Administrative Order S-2024-062 (17)(B)— Circuit Criminal Division:
Prior to filing any motion and scheduling a hearing with the assigned judge, counsel should consult with opposing counsel as to the date and the time required for such hearing. Counsel will contact the judicial assistant of the assigned judge and obtain a hearing time.

Remote Appearance Procedure:
TD3 currently conducts hearings in-person. Virtual appearances via Zoom are generally not used in TD3. In exceptional situations remote appearances may be available for motion hearings on a case-by-case basis and only if approved by the Court. Requests for remote appearances must be made at least (10) days in advance of a hearing. For appearances on Zoom, please email the Judicial Assistant at FelonyDiv3@fljud13.org for approval for a remote appearance.

Format:
All proposed orders must be submitted in PDF format and uploaded to the Court’s E-Filing Portal via the JAWS system All proposed orders must be accompanied by a cover letter. Stipulated orders must be reflected as such in the title or body of the proposed order. If the parties are in disagreement, the proposed order must be accompanied by a cover letter containing a statement identifying any disagreement of the parties as to the proposed order.
Submission Method:
Orders shall be uploaded through the E-Filing Portal. If an order is disputed, each party shall submit a Word version of their respective order to FelonyDiv3@fljud13.org.
Deadline for Submissions:
Proposed orders must be submitted within five (5) business days after any hearing.

· When required:

Courtesy copies of case law and any proposed reference materials shall be submitted to the Court. Courtesy copies of case law must be submitted to the Court. The Court frowns upon case law submitted at the hearing when neither the Court nor the parties have had an opportunity to review.

· Submission Method: E-mail to FelonyDiv3@fljud13.org.

· Deadline for Submissions: Courtesy copies must be delivered to the court no later than three (3) days before the scheduled hearing.

Requirements:
If a party believes there is a factual basis for setting an emergency hearing, a detailed motion setting forth the following must be filed: (1) the issues to be resolved, (2) reasons why an emergency hearing is necessary, and (3) the amount of time needed for each party’s presentation.
Scheduling:
If the court determines that an emergency exists, a hearing will be scheduled unilaterally by the court. All parties shall make themselves available for the emergency hearing, barring exigent circumstances.

Format:
Exhibits must be submitted to the clerk of court in paper format, single-sided. All attorneys and self-represented litigants must bring sufficient copies of each exhibit for the clerk, the court, and each party to review during the hearing or trial. Exhibits must be labeled in the following format: “Petitioner/Plaintiff 1” or “Respondent/Defendant 1”. Composite exhibits must be labeled as 1A, 1B etc.
Deadline for Submissions:
All exhibits must be received in chambers three (3) business days before the evidentiary proceeding.

All Pretrial conferences will be conducted in the originating Lettered Division.
Other Procedures Relating to Pretrial Procedures and Conferences: Administrative Order S-2024-062 (28)(A)—Once a case is transferred by a standard division to a trial division or other division for trial, no pre-trial motions will be entertained by the judge to whom the case has been transferred for trial unless the judge consents to doing so.
ALL PRETRIAL MOTIONS FOR ANY CASE TRANSFERRED TO TRIAL DIVISION 3 FOR TRIAL, MUST BE SCHEDULED AND HEARD BY THE ORIGINAL ASSIGNED TRANSFERRING JUDGE. THE FAILURE OF ANY PARTY TO TIMELY FILE AND SET FOR HEARING ANY PRETRIAL MOTION BEFORE THE ORIGINAL TRANSFERRING JUDGE WILL BE DEEMED A WAIVER OF THE MOTION BY THIS COURT.
Exhibit List:
At or before jury selection, each attorney shall furnish each other, the Court, clerk, and file via e-portal, an Exhibit List with exhibits numbered that correspond to all exhibits that have and are to be marked and introduced into trial (preferably, in the numerical/alphabetical order in which the exhibits are to be offered into evidence with the name of the witness the evidence is intended to be offered through.) [If there have been pre-trial evidentiary hearings in the matter, in which the same exhibits are to be offered, use the numbers/letters previously used for those exhibits to correspond with the trial exhibit numbers.] The exhibits must be sufficiently described for identification. Additionally, in civil cases, all exhibits shall be pre-marked with a permanent exhibit tag or stamp as prescribed by the Clerk’s office.
Prior to jury selection, counsel for each side are directed to meet together by agreement, to review all evidence to be introduced into trial (and as contained on the Exhibit List(s).) Prior to opening statements each counsel shall confer with each witness to review all exhibits planned to be referred to during testimony of that witness to ensure identification/authentication of the evidence is done prior to the witness being called before the jury.

All trials in TD3 will be scheduled upon coordination with the origination division and the TD3 JA. On the rare occasion a case is assigned to TD3 out of Division O, it will be scheduled with the attorney’s and the TD3 JA.
Prior to the start of voir dire, each attorney shall provide the Court, opposing counsel, with a list of all witnesses expected to be called, listing the full names of the witness and any professional designation applicable to that witness (e.g. M.D.), preferably, in the numerical order in which they are to be called. Please make an extra copy for the clerk and the bailiff.

ADA Accommodations:
Hearing impaired 1-800-955-8771; voice impaired 1-800-955-8770; or US Mail Administrative Office of the Courts, Attn.: ADA Coordinator, 800 E. Twiggs Street, Tampa, FL 33602.
Interpreter Requests:
Request interpreter services by emailing: interpreterrequest@fljud13.org or fill out a request form online https://www.fljud13.org/CourtPrograms/CourtInterpreterCenter/ContactUs.aspx
Motions for Early Termination / Modification of Probation: Please make sure the Probation Officer is aware of your request before filing a Motion to Early Terminate / Modify Probation. If you file a probation motion, fill out the form requesting termination / modification of probation and file your motion with the Clerk of Court.
The format of the motion along with filing instructions can be found at the Public Defender’s website: www.pd13.state.fl.us A copy of the filed motion must be sent to the Probation Officer, the State Attorney and the Judge. A copy of the motion shall be mailed or forwarded via email to the JA at felonyDiv3@fljud13.org, while the original motion is filed with the Clerk’s Office. The Court will review these motions in Chambers; therefore, a hearing date does not need to be secured when the motion is filed.
Once a response from DOC and State are received at the request of the JA, the Court will review and either make a ruling in Chambers or determine that a hearing is necessary. The JA will then reach out to the parties, accordingly. If the Judge determines a hearing on the motion is required, the court will set the matter for hearing.
Pro Se/Self Represented Litigants: If you are representing yourself and need assistance or have questions concerning any of the procedures outlined above, you may contact the Judicial Assistant by email (FelonyDiv3@fljud13.org). Please note, the Judicial Assistant is not permitted to give you any legal advice. Motions will be reviewed in Chambers and an Order Granting or Denying will be mailed out to the address provided by the movant. Motions regarding probation termination or modification will normally be decided within two to three weeks.

Judicial Practices & Procedures

Trial Division 3

(Last modified June 29, 2026)

Mark R. Wolfe, Circuit Court Judge | Erika Pullaro, Judicial Assistant

All communications to the judicial office must be submitted by e-mail to FelonyDiv3@fljud13.org. The subject line must contain the case number, case name, name and date of motion, and time requested (e.g., 2024 DR 001234 SC – Doe v. Doe – Motion to Compel 4/17/26 – 1-hour requested). Please note, the Judicial Assistant (JA) is not permitted to give you any legal advice.
Ex parte Communications:
All communications with the judicial office must comply with Canon 3 of the Code of Judicial Conduct, which prohibits a judge from initiating, permitting, or considering ex parte communications and from considering other communications outside the presence of the parties concerning a pending or impending proceeding, unless authorized by law. All parties must be copied on any e-mail directed to the judicial office, unless an ex parte communication is authorized by law.
Unsolicited Communications:
Unsolicited communications from nonparties will not be considered by the court. Parties may only contact the judicial office in accordance with these practices and procedures.
E-Filing Portal Contact Information:
All attorneys and self-represented litigants must provide an e-mail address to receive signed orders electronically, unless excused. Fla. R. Gen. Prac. & Jud. Admin. 2.516. It is the responsibility of attorneys and self-represented litigants to update their contact information using Form 2.603 any time there is a change in the e-mail account registered for electronic service.
Response to Inquiries:
The judicial assistant is not authorized to provide legal advice and any inquiries via email will be responded to, if legally permissible, by the end of the next business day.
Notice of Hearing:
Notices of Hearing must include the document name, document number, the date of filing, and any responses with the correlating document name, document number and date of filing. For the document index number, see the Clerk’s Hover System (https://hover.hillsclerk.com/html/home.html).

Court Schedule:
The Court schedules all status conference dates for Trial Division 3.
Please notify the Division JA via email regarding available dates for all matters.
Cancelling Hearings:
Parties must cancel hearings by notifying the judicial assistant immediately. Parties must also immediately file and serve a notice of cancellation on opposing counsel and any self-represented litigant
Administrative Order S-2024-062 (17)(B)— Circuit Criminal Division:
Prior to filing any motion and scheduling a hearing with the assigned judge, counsel should consult with opposing counsel as to the date and the time required for such hearing. Counsel will contact the judicial assistant of the assigned judge and obtain a hearing time.

Remote Appearance Procedure:
TD3 currently conducts hearings in-person. Virtual appearances via Zoom are generally not used in TD3. In exceptional situations remote appearances may be available for motion hearings on a case-by-case basis and only if approved by the Court. Requests for remote appearances must be made at least (10) days in advance of a hearing. For appearances on Zoom, please email the Judicial Assistant at FelonyDiv3@fljud13.org for approval for a remote appearance.

Format:
All proposed orders must be submitted in PDF format and uploaded to the Court’s E-Filing Portal via the JAWS system All proposed orders must be accompanied by a cover letter. Stipulated orders must be reflected as such in the title or body of the proposed order. If the parties are in disagreement, the proposed order must be accompanied by a cover letter containing a statement identifying any disagreement of the parties as to the proposed order.
Submission Method:
Orders shall be uploaded through the E-Filing Portal. If an order is disputed, each party shall submit a Word version of their respective order to FelonyDiv3@fljud13.org.
Deadline for Submissions:
Proposed orders must be submitted within five (5) business days after any hearing.

· When required:

· Submission Method: E-mail to FelonyDiv3@fljud13.org.

· Deadline for Submissions: Courtesy copies must be delivered to the court no later than three (3) days before the scheduled hearing.

Requirements:
If a party believes there is a factual basis for setting an emergency hearing, a detailed motion setting forth the following must be filed: (1) the issues to be resolved, (2) reasons why an emergency hearing is necessary, and (3) the amount of time needed for each party’s presentation.
Scheduling:
If the court determines that an emergency exists, a hearing will be scheduled unilaterally by the court. All parties shall make themselves available for the emergency hearing, barring exigent circumstances.

Format:
Exhibits must be submitted to the clerk of court in paper format, single-sided. All attorneys and self-represented litigants must bring sufficient copies of each exhibit for the clerk, the court, and each party to review during the hearing or trial. Exhibits must be labeled in the following format: “Petitioner/Plaintiff 1” or “Respondent/Defendant 1”. Composite exhibits must be labeled as 1A, 1B etc.
Deadline for Submissions:
All exhibits must be received in chambers three (3) business days before the evidentiary proceeding.

All Pretrial conferences will be conducted in the originating Lettered Division.
Other Procedures Relating to Pretrial Procedures and Conferences: Administrative Order S-2024-062 (28)(A)—Once a case is transferred by a standard division to a trial division or other division for trial, no pre-trial motions will be entertained by the judge to whom the case has been transferred for trial unless the judge consents to doing so.
ALL PRETRIAL MOTIONS FOR ANY CASE TRANSFERRED TO TRIAL DIVISION 3 FOR TRIAL, MUST BE SCHEDULED AND HEARD BY THE ORIGINAL ASSIGNED TRANSFERRING JUDGE. THE FAILURE OF ANY PARTY TO TIMELY FILE AND SET FOR HEARING ANY PRETRIAL MOTION BEFORE THE ORIGINAL TRANSFERRING JUDGE WILL BE DEEMED A WAIVER OF THE MOTION BY THIS COURT.
Exhibit List:
At or before jury selection, each attorney shall furnish each other, the Court, clerk, and file via e-portal, an Exhibit List with exhibits numbered that correspond to all exhibits that have and are to be marked and introduced into trial (preferably, in the numerical/alphabetical order in which the exhibits are to be offered into evidence with the name of the witness the evidence is intended to be offered through.) [If there have been pre-trial evidentiary hearings in the matter, in which the same exhibits are to be offered, use the numbers/letters previously used for those exhibits to correspond with the trial exhibit numbers.] The exhibits must be sufficiently described for identification. Additionally, in civil cases, all exhibits shall be pre-marked with a permanent exhibit tag or stamp as prescribed by the Clerk’s office.
Prior to jury selection, counsel for each side are directed to meet together by agreement, to review all evidence to be introduced into trial (and as contained on the Exhibit List(s).) Prior to opening statements each counsel shall confer with each witness to review all exhibits planned to be referred to during testimony of that witness to ensure identification/authentication of the evidence is done prior to the witness being called before the jury.

All trials in TD3 will be scheduled upon coordination with the origination division and the TD3 JA. On the rare occasion a case is assigned to TD3 out of Division O, it will be scheduled with the attorney’s and the TD3 JA.
Prior to the start of voir dire, each attorney shall provide the Court, opposing counsel, with a list of all witnesses expected to be called, listing the full names of the witness and any professional designation applicable to that witness (e.g. M.D.), preferably, in the numerical order in which they are to be called. Please make an extra copy for the clerk and the bailiff.

ADA Accommodations:
Hearing impaired 1-800-955-8771; voice impaired 1-800-955-8770; or US Mail Administrative Office of the Courts, Attn.: ADA Coordinator, 800 E. Twiggs Street, Tampa, FL 33602.
Interpreter Requests:
Request interpreter services by emailing: interpreterrequest@fljud13.org or fill out a request form online https://www.fljud13.org/CourtPrograms/CourtInterpreterCenter/ContactUs.aspx
Motions for Early Termination / Modification of Probation: Please make sure the Probation Officer is aware of your request before filing a Motion to Early Terminate / Modify Probation. If you file a probation motion, fill out the form requesting termination / modification of probation and file your motion with the Clerk of Court.
The format of the motion along with filing instructions can be found at the Public Defender’s website: www.pd13.state.fl.us A copy of the filed motion must be sent to the Probation Officer, the State Attorney and the Judge. A copy of the motion shall be mailed or forwarded via email to the JA at felonyDiv3@fljud13.org, while the original motion is filed with the Clerk’s Office. The Court will review these motions in Chambers; therefore, a hearing date does not need to be secured when the motion is filed.
Once a response from DOC and State are received at the request of the JA, the Court will review and either make a ruling in Chambers or determine that a hearing is necessary. The JA will then reach out to the parties, accordingly. If the Judge determines a hearing on the motion is required, the court will set the matter for hearing.
Pro Se/Self Represented Litigants: If you are representing yourself and need assistance or have questions concerning any of the procedures outlined above, you may contact the Judicial Assistant by email (FelonyDiv3@fljud13.org). Please note, the Judicial Assistant is not permitted to give you any legal advice. Motions will be reviewed in Chambers and an Order Granting or Denying will be mailed out to the address provided by the movant. Motions regarding probation termination or modification will normally be decided within two to three weeks.

Judge Wolfe

The Honorable Mark R. Wolfe

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The Honorable Mark R. Wolfe

Year Appointed to the Bench: 2000

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Thirteenth Judicial Circuit Court of Florida

Judge Wolfe

The Honorable Mark R. Wolfe

Forms

Judicial Practices & Procedures

Trial Division 3

A. Communications with the Judicial Office

B. Scheduling Procedures

C. Remote Appearances

D. Submission of Orders and Judgments

E. Courtesy Copies of Case Law and Other Documents

F. Emergency and Other Urgent Matters

G. Exhibits for Evidentiary Proceedings

H. Pretrial Procedures and Conferences

I. Setting a Case for Trial

J. For special circumstances, if required contact

Judicial Practices & Procedures

Trial Division 3

A. Communications with the Judicial Office

B. Scheduling Procedures

C. Remote Appearances

D. Submission of Orders and Judgments

E. Courtesy Copies of Case Law and Other Documents

F. Emergency and Other Urgent Matters

G. Exhibits for Evidentiary Proceedings

H. Pretrial Procedures and Conferences

I. Setting a Case for Trial

J. For special circumstances, if required contact