Harrison v. Francisco ex rel. Harrison

CANADY, Judge.

Richard Harrison appeals an order denying his motion for taxation of costs following his former wife’s voluntary dismissal of a petition for an injunction for protection against domestic violence. Because we conclude the trial court erred in summarily denying the motion for taxation of costs, we reverse.

Shawn Francisco, Harrison’s former wife, filed a petition for an injunction against domestic violence pursuant to section 741.30, Florida Statutes (2003). In this petition, Francisco sought an order preventing Harrison from having any contact with her or with the parties’ minor…