Rule 1.452 Order defined

Any written instruction from a judge that isn't part of the final judgment or decree is called an "order." This covers the many decisions a judge makes while a case is moving forward, like setting a hearing date, deciding on a request for more time, or ruling on what evidence can be used.

Orders are different from the final judgment or decree, which wraps up the case. Instead, orders handle the smaller decisions that happen along the way. Knowing this distinction matters because orders and judgments can work differently when it comes to things like appeals or enforcement.