Burgess — Second District affirmed without a written explanation

Background

Tomas S. Burgess appealed from a ruling of the Circuit Court for Hillsborough County, where Judge Elizabeth G. Rice presided.

The appeal proceeded under Florida Rule of Appellate Procedure 9.141(b)(2). The opinion does not describe the underlying facts, the ruling challenged, or the arguments presented on appeal.

The Court’s Holding

The Florida Second District Court of Appeal affirmed the circuit court’s ruling.

The per curiam opinion provides no reasoning or discussion of the merits. Chief Judge Lucas and Judges Silberman and Labrit concurred.

Key Takeaways

• The Second District affirmed the circuit court’s ruling.
• The appeal proceeded under Florida Rule of Appellate Procedure 9.141(b)(2).
• The opinion does not identify the issues raised or explain the basis for affirmance.

Why It Matters

The decision leaves the circuit court’s ruling in place but offers no written analysis for use in evaluating the court’s reasoning or its application to other cases.