Alexander v. Adams

HERSEY, Chief Judge.

We grant certiorari and quash the order of the circuit court dismissing petitioner’s appeal from an order of the county court. Respondent, Adams, filed suit in county court to evict petitioner, his tenant, for failing to pay rent. Petitioner interposed various defenses and prayed for judgment in her favor, attorney’s fees, costs and “such other relief as the Court deems proper.” Ultimately, a default was entered against petitioner for failure to comply with section 83.60(2), Florida Statutes (1985). She was evicted and the premises rerented.

Petitioner’s appeal in the…