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Judge Abby Cynamon
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Judge Abby Cynamon

Individual Rules, Standing Orders & Policies

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Eleventh Judicial Circuit of Florida, Miami-Dade County

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Courtesy Copies

Courtesy copies

  • Not required

Communication

Email

Chambers

gmartin@jud11.flcourts.org
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Document Format Requirements3 rules

Formatting

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All documents must be submitted electronically via courtMAP in pdf format.

Summary: All documents submitted for special set hearings must be in PDF format.

Required Format

PDF

Miami Dade:f0b3ed5cf43dcd78ce9a1cf1 · Apr 2021
|SecAdditional Instructions (Special Set Hearings)
Formatting

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Proposed orders must be submitted in Word format via CourtMAP. DO NOT mail them to Chambers.

Summary: Proposed orders must be submitted in Word format via CourtMAP and must not be mailed to Chambers.

Required Format

DOCX

Miami Dade:f0b3ed5cf43dcd78ce9a1cf1 · Apr 2021
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Formatting

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Each supporting document must be submitted separately, and each must be properly titled for ease of review.

Summary: Each supporting document must be submitted separately and properly titled.

Miami Dade:f0b3ed5cf43dcd78ce9a1cf1 · Apr 2021
|SecAdditional Instructions (Special Set Hearings)

Document Filing Requirements9 rules

Filing Requirements

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To Schedule a Hearing: You must submit the completed Special Set Hearing Request Form and the motion(s), exhibits, affidavits, transcripts, legal authority, etc., via courtMAP. If one or more supporting documents are missing, your special set request will be rejected.

Summary: Special set hearing requests must include the completed request form plus the motion and all supporting documents via CourtMAP, or the request will be rejected.

Document Type

Special Set Hearing Request

Specific requirements detailed in rule text.
Miami Dade:f0b3ed5cf43dcd78ce9a1cf1 · Apr 2021
|SecAdditional Instructions (Special Set Hearings)
Filing Requirements

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All proposed Orders MUST be titled in the block marked "Generic Order-You must rename the Order Title" When submitting your proposed/agreed order, the title of the order must be typed in the title box provided by courtMAP, NOT in the body of the proposed/agreed order.

Summary: Proposed orders must be titled in the CourtMAP title block (renaming the 'Generic Order' placeholder), with the title typed in the CourtMAP title box rather than in the body of the order.

Document Type

Proposed Order

Specific requirements detailed in rule text.
Miami Dade:f0b3ed5cf43dcd78ce9a1cf1 · Apr 2021
|SecAdditional Instructions (Proposed Orders)
Filing Requirements

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ALL proposed Orders MUST be submitted in WORD format on the CourtMAP pre-generated blank Order form and must be accompanied with a motion and supporting documents or a letter of explanation.

Summary: All proposed orders must be in Word format on the CourtMAP pre-generated blank Order form and must be accompanied by a motion and supporting documents or a letter of explanation.

Document Type

Proposed Order

Specific requirements detailed in rule text.
Miami Dade:f0b3ed5cf43dcd78ce9a1cf1 · Apr 2021
|SecAdditional Instructions (Proposed Orders)
Filing Requirements

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Motions for default must be submitted with proof of service, affidavit of diligent search and proof of publication (where service is by publication) and non-military affidavit(s). One motion per defendant.

Summary: Default motions must be submitted with proof of service, affidavit of diligent search, proof of publication (where applicable), and non-military affidavit(s), with one motion per defendant.

Document Type

Motion For Default

Specific requirements detailed in rule text.
Miami Dade:f0b3ed5cf43dcd78ce9a1cf1 · Apr 2021
|SecForeclosure Motion Calendar Information - Additional Instructions
Filing Requirements

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Only the Court can cancel a special set hearing. Prepare the proposed Notice of Cancellation (NOC), specifying the reason for the cancellation, and upload it as a separate submission to the courtMAP hearing event; and immediately contact chambers to advise that the proposed NOC has been uploaded. The Court will review the proposed NOC, and, if good cause is shown, will cancel the special set hearing. If the hearing is canceled, the NOC must be filed with the Clerk's office.

Summary: Only the Court can cancel a special set hearing; the party must upload a proposed NOC stating the reason as a separate CourtMAP submission, immediately notify chambers, and file the NOC with the Clerk if the hearing is canceled.

Document Type

Notice Of Cancellation

Specific requirements detailed in rule text.
Miami Dade:f0b3ed5cf43dcd78ce9a1cf1 · Apr 2021
|SecAdditional Instructions (Special Set Hearings)
Filing Requirements

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Submit a copy of the filed notice of readiness (under supporting documents) in order for the matter to be set for trial.

Summary: A copy of the filed notice of readiness must be submitted (under supporting documents) for the matter to be set for trial.

Document Type

Notice Of Readiness

Specific requirements detailed in rule text.
Miami Dade:f0b3ed5cf43dcd78ce9a1cf1 · Apr 2021
|SecAdditional Instructions (Calendar Call/Trial Periods)
Filing Requirements

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You must still prepare, file and serve a Notice of Hearing.

Summary: Even after CourtMAP scheduling, parties must still prepare, file, and serve a Notice of Hearing.

Document Type

Notice Of Hearing

Specific requirements detailed in rule text.
Miami Dade:f0b3ed5cf43dcd78ce9a1cf1 · Apr 2021
|SecForeclosure Motion Calendar Information - Additional Instructions
Filing Requirements

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The moving party MUST coordinate the date/time with opposing counsel based on the Court's availability (found on courtMAP) and shall submit a copy of the filed motion along with the Court's Request for Special Set form via courtMAP when selecting the proposed hearing date for the Court's approval (a notice of hearing SHOULD NOT accompany the submission).

Summary: To request a special set hearing, the moving party must coordinate the date/time with opposing counsel based on Court availability and submit the filed motion plus the Request for Special Set form via CourtMAP, without a notice of hearing.

Document Type

Special Set Request

Specific requirements detailed in rule text.
Miami Dade:f0b3ed5cf43dcd78ce9a1cf1 · Apr 2021
|SecAdditional Instructions (Special Set Hearings)
Filing Requirements

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If you are submitting an AGREED order, please select the AGREED order option; otherwise, the order will not be titled "Agreed".

Summary: When submitting an agreed order, the AGREED order option must be selected in CourtMAP or the order will not be titled 'Agreed'.

Document Type

Agreed Order

Specific requirements detailed in rule text.
Miami Dade:f0b3ed5cf43dcd78ce9a1cf1 · Apr 2021
|SecAdditional Instructions (Proposed Orders)

Filing & Service rules

Electronic Filing Rules

A copy of the motion and notice of hearing must be submitted through CourtMAP at least two business days before the foreclosure hearing date.

A copy of the motion and notice of hearing must be submitted through Courtmap within two (2) business days prior to the hearing date.

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Page 1 | Foreclosure Motion Calendar Information - Additional Instructions

A Case Management Report and Order must NOT be submitted if any of seven conditions apply (existing case management order, set for trial, inactive status, moratoria, F.S. 51.011, FWOP notice absent a written good cause showing, or uncontested case).

DO NOT submit a Case Management Report and Order if: 1. There is already an EXISTING CASE MANAGEMENT ORDER setting forth all pretrial deadlines. 2. Your case is already set for trial. 3. Your case is currently on inactive status by court order. 4. Your case is subject to current moratoria. 5. Your case is subject to F.S. 51.011 6. If your case has been Noticed for Lack of Prosecution Hearing (FWOP) unless it is being attached to your WRITTEN GOOD CAUSE SHOWING. 7. Your case is uncontested.

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Page 1 | NEW MANDATORY CASE MANAGEMENT PROCEDURES

Post-trial motions (reconsideration, rehearing, new trial, etc., excluding entitlement to fees and costs) must be emailed to the Judicial Assistant and will not be heard on motion calendar unless the Court instructs otherwise.

Motions for Reconsideration, Rehearing, New Trial, and other post-trial motions (excluding Entitlement to Fees and Costs: These motions will not be heard on motion calendar and should not be set for hearing unless instructed to do so by the Court. Email your motion to gmartin@jud11.flcourts.org The Court will review the motion and instruct the parties on how to proceed.

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Page 1 | Additional Instructions (Special Set Hearings)

All documents for special set hearings must be submitted electronically via CourtMAP.

All documents must be submitted electronically via courtMAP in pdf format.

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Page 1 | Additional Instructions (Special Set Hearings)

Proposed orders must not be submitted through CourtMAP prior to a motion calendar hearing.

DO NOT SUBMIT PROPOSED ORDERS THROUGH COURTMAP PRIOR TO HEARING.

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Page 1 | Motion Calendar Information - Additional Instructions

The motion and notice of hearing must be submitted through E-file, or the motion will not be heard.

A copy of the Motion and Notice of hearing must be submitted through E-file. If the Motion and Notice are not submitted through E-file the Motion will not be heard.

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Page 1 | Foreclosure Motion Calendar Information - Additional Instructions

Parties must not file a Notice of Hearing for special sets; the hearing is not scheduled until the Court emails 'Approved' status, and the court-generated Notice of Hearing is automatically filed with the Clerk.

Although a Notice of Hearing is automatically generated, the hearing is not scheduled until you receive an email that specifically reflects the status as "Approved." If approved, the court-generated Notice of Hearing will be automatically filed with the Clerk's office. DO NOT FILE A NOTICE OF HEARING FOR SPECIAL SETS.

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Page 1 | Additional Instructions (Special Set Hearings)

Foreclosure hearings must be cancelled on CourtMAP and a notice of cancellation must also be e-filed.

Notices of Cancellation- Hearings must be cancelled on CourtMAP. A notice of cancellation must also be e-filed.

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Page 1 | Foreclosure Motion Calendar Information - Additional Instructions

Pro se litigants must file all documents through the Florida Courts E-Filing Portal.

Pro Se Litigants are required to file documents through the e-filing portal https://www.jud11.flcourts.org/Florida-Courts-eFiling-Portal .

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Page 1 | Additional Instructions (Emergency Motions)

For cases filed before April 30, 2021, parties must submit the Case Management Report and Order via CourtMAP under Proposed Orders.

For cases filed BEFORE APRIL 30, 2021, you MUST submit CASE MANAGEMENT REPORT AND ORDER via CourtMAP under Proposed Orders.

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Page 1 | NEW MANDATORY CASE MANAGEMENT PROCEDURES

The filed motion and all supporting documents must be attached in CourtMAP when the hearing is scheduled.

The filed motion and all documents in support must be attached when the hearing is scheduled.

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Page 1 | Foreclosure Motion Calendar Information - Additional Instructions

Proposed orders must be filed through CourtMAP; mailing them to Chambers is prohibited.

Proposed orders must be submitted in Word format via CourtMAP. DO NOT mail them to Chambers.

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Page 1 | Additional Instructions (Proposed Orders)

E-filed emergency motions must be submitted to the Emergency Motions tab on CourtMAP.

Submit the e-filed Emergency Motion to the Emergency Motions tab on CourtMAP.

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Page 1 | Additional Instructions (Emergency Motions)

Submission of a proposed order to the proposed orders tab on CourtMAP is optional for emergency motions.

You may also submit a proposed order to the proposed orders tab on CourtMAP.

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Page 1 | Additional Instructions (Emergency Motions)

Filing Timing and Cure Windows

Original Notes must be mailed to the Clerk's office at least one week before trial.

Original Notes must be mailed to the clerks office at least 1 week before the trial.

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Page 1 | Additional Instructions (Calendar Call/Trial Periods)

Responses and supporting documents must be uploaded via CourtMAP to the scheduled hearing no later than 7 business days before the hearing.

Responses and any other Supporting Documents must be timely uploaded via courtMAP to the appropriately scheduled hearing no later than seven (7) business days prior to the hearing date.

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Page 1 | Additional Instructions (Special Set Hearings)

Even when excused from submitting a Case Management Report and Order, parties must still comply with the timeline requirements of Administrative Order 21-09.

If your case meets any of the exceptions listed above, you must still follow the timeline requirements set forth in the 11th Judicial Circuit Administrative Order 21-09.

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Page 1 | NEW MANDATORY CASE MANAGEMENT PROCEDURES

Service and Proof of Service Rules

At least 7 business days' notice before the hearing must be given.

You must give 7 business days notice.

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Page 1 | Foreclosure Motion Calendar Information - Additional Instructions

Courtesy Copy Requirements

Binders (courtesy copies) do not need to be mailed to chambers for special set hearings.

No binders need to be mailed to chambers.

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Page 1 | Additional Instructions (Special Set Hearings)

Filing Bundling Requirements

Only one motion per case will be heard at the foreclosure motion calendar; multiple motions may not be bundled for one hearing.

Only one (1) motion per case will be heard.

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Page 1 | Foreclosure Motion Calendar Information - Additional Instructions

Chambers Communication Rules

For special set hearings over one hour, parties must email the Judicial Assistant with all parties copied, attaching the motion, supporting documents, the time sought, and the reason for that amount of time.

Special Sets for more than one (1) hour: If you would like to request a Special Set hearing that is more than one (1) hour, please send an email to the Judicial Assistant at gmartin@jud11.flcourts.org with all parties copied. Please ensure the motion is attached, any supporting documents, the amount of time you are seeking, and the reason for seeking that amount of time.

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Page 1 | Additional Instructions (Special Set Hearings)

Inquiries may be directed to the Judicial Assistant at gmartin@jud11.flcourts.org.

Inquiries may be directed to the Judicial Assistant at gmartin@jud11.flcourts.org.

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Page 1 | NEW MANDATORY CASE MANAGEMENT PROCEDURES

If the case settles, a notice of settlement must be emailed to the Judicial Assistant at gmartin@jud11.flcourts.org.

If the case settles, please email a notice of settlement to: gmartin@jud11.flcourts.org

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Page 1 | Additional Instructions (Calendar Call/Trial Periods)

Court-wide rules

Applies court-wide

These 7 rules apply across Eleventh Judicial Circuit of Florida, Miami-Dade County. Where this judge's own standing orders above address the same topic, the judge's requirement controls.

Filing Requirements

All 6
  • Applies to
    Forms packet

    Pro se parties must acquire and utilize the Eleventh Judicial Circuit forms packet (or forms substantially in compliance therewith) from the Clerk's Office, unless waived for good cause by the Administrative or Associate Administrative Judge.

  • Applies to
    Self help program registration

    Pro se parties must register with the Circuit's Family Court Self Help Program to receive information, instructions, referrals, and assistance, unless waived for good cause by the Administrative or Associate Administrative Judge.

  • Applies to
    Pleadings and papers

    At the time of filing, pro se parties must have their pleadings and papers reviewed as to form by the Family Court Self Help Program, unless waived for good cause by the Administrative or Associate Administrative Judge.

Fees

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  • Fee
    $35
    Applies to
    Forms packet

    The required forms packet is available from the Clerk's Office at a cost not to exceed $35.00, subject to good-cause waiver of the procedures by the Administrative or Associate Administrative Judge.

About Judge Abby Cynamon

Abby Cynamon is a judge on the Eleventh Judicial Circuit of Florida, serving Miami-Dade County. The circuit handles circuit and county court matters.

This judge's procedures are published through the court's general rules.

Common questions about Judge Abby Cynamon's rules

Are courtesy copies required for Judge Abby Cynamon?

The rule limits courtesy-copy delivery rather than stating a blanket requirement before Judge Abby Cynamon. Binders (courtesy copies) do not need to be mailed to chambers for special set hearings.

View ruleSource: page 1, section Additional Instructions (Special Set Hearings)

What formatting rules apply to filings before Judge Abby Cynamon?

Judge Abby Cynamon's formatting rule includes file format docx. Proposed orders must be submitted in Word format via CourtMAP and must not be mailed to Chambers.

View ruleSource: page 1, section Additional Instructions (Proposed Orders)

What must be included with notice of hearing filings before Judge Abby Cynamon?

The rule identifies required filing content or certificates. Even after CourtMAP scheduling, parties must still prepare, file, and serve a Notice of Hearing.

View ruleSource: page 1, section Foreclosure Motion Calendar Information - Additional Instructions

What must be included with motion for default filings before Judge Abby Cynamon?

The rule identifies required filing content or certificates. Default motions must be submitted with proof of service, affidavit of diligent search, proof of publication (where applicable), and non-military affidavit(s), with one motion per defendant.

View ruleSource: page 1, section Foreclosure Motion Calendar Information - Additional Instructions

How may parties contact Judge Abby Cynamon's chambers?

The rule addresses email communications with Judge Abby Cynamon's chambers. The rule lists email gmartin@jud11.flcourts.org. For special set hearings over one hour, parties must email the Judicial Assistant with all parties copied, attaching the motion, supporting documents, the time sought, and the reason for that amount of time.

View ruleSource: page 1, section Additional Instructions (Special Set Hearings)

Does Judge Abby Cynamon require motion papers to be bundled?

No. The rule prohibits holding covered papers for bundling. Only one motion per case will be heard at the foreclosure motion calendar; multiple motions may not be bundled for one hearing.

View ruleSource: page 1, section Foreclosure Motion Calendar Information - Additional Instructions

Is electronic filing required before Judge Abby Cynamon?

Yes. Electronic filing is required for the covered filings. Proposed orders must be filed through CourtMAP; mailing them to Chambers is prohibited.

View ruleSource: page 1, section Additional Instructions (Proposed Orders)

What filing deadlines does Judge Abby Cynamon set?

Original Notes must be mailed to the Clerk's office at least one week before trial.

View ruleSource: page 1, section Additional Instructions (Calendar Call/Trial Periods)

What rule applies to service for notice of hearing before Judge Abby Cynamon?

The rule addresses service method, recipient, or timing requirements. Details: timing: 7 business days before hearing. At least 7 business days' notice before the hearing must be given.

View ruleSource: page 1, section Foreclosure Motion Calendar Information - Additional Instructions
Complete rules summary for Judge Abby Cynamon

Proposed orders must be filed through CourtMAP; mailing them to Chambers is prohibited.

For cases filed before April 30, 2021, parties must submit the Case Management Report and Order via CourtMAP under Proposed Orders.

A Case Management Report and Order must NOT be submitted if any of seven conditions apply (existing case management order, set for trial, inactive status, moratoria, F.S. 51.011, FWOP notice absent a written good cause showing, or uncontested case).

Even when excused from submitting a Case Management Report and Order, parties must still comply with the timeline requirements of Administrative Order 21-09.

Inquiries may be directed to the Judicial Assistant at gmartin@jud11.flcourts.org.

E-filed emergency motions must be submitted to the Emergency Motions tab on CourtMAP.

Submission of a proposed order to the proposed orders tab on CourtMAP is optional for emergency motions.

Pro se litigants must file all documents through the Florida Courts E-Filing Portal.

Only one motion per case will be heard at the foreclosure motion calendar; multiple motions may not be bundled for one hearing.

A copy of the motion and notice of hearing must be submitted through CourtMAP at least two business days before the foreclosure hearing date.

The filed motion and all supporting documents must be attached in CourtMAP when the hearing is scheduled.

Even after CourtMAP scheduling, parties must still prepare, file, and serve a Notice of Hearing.

At least 7 business days' notice before the hearing must be given.

Default motions must be submitted with proof of service, affidavit of diligent search, proof of publication (where applicable), and non-military affidavit(s), with one motion per defendant.

Foreclosure hearings must be cancelled on CourtMAP and a notice of cancellation must also be e-filed.

The motion and notice of hearing must be submitted through E-file, or the motion will not be heard.

Proposed orders must not be submitted through CourtMAP prior to a motion calendar hearing.

A copy of the filed notice of readiness must be submitted (under supporting documents) for the matter to be set for trial.

If the case settles, a notice of settlement must be emailed to the Judicial Assistant at gmartin@jud11.flcourts.org.

Original Notes must be mailed to the Clerk's office at least one week before trial.

Proposed orders must be submitted in Word format via CourtMAP and must not be mailed to Chambers.

All proposed orders must be in Word format on the CourtMAP pre-generated blank Order form and must be accompanied by a motion and supporting documents or a letter of explanation.

Proposed orders must be titled in the CourtMAP title block (renaming the 'Generic Order' placeholder), with the title typed in the CourtMAP title box rather than in the body of the order.

When submitting an agreed order, the AGREED order option must be selected in CourtMAP or the order will not be titled 'Agreed'.

To request a special set hearing, the moving party must coordinate the date/time with opposing counsel based on Court availability and submit the filed motion plus the Request for Special Set form via CourtMAP, without a notice of hearing.

Special set hearing requests must include the completed request form plus the motion and all supporting documents via CourtMAP, or the request will be rejected.

Parties must not file a Notice of Hearing for special sets; the hearing is not scheduled until the Court emails 'Approved' status, and the court-generated Notice of Hearing is automatically filed with the Clerk.

Each supporting document must be submitted separately and properly titled.

Responses and supporting documents must be uploaded via CourtMAP to the scheduled hearing no later than 7 business days before the hearing.

All documents for special set hearings must be submitted electronically via CourtMAP.

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