Way v. State — Second District affirms county court judgment without opinion

Case
Michael Anthony Way v. State of Florida
Court
Florida Second District Court of Appeal
Judge
Black; Atkinson; Smith
Date Decided
October 9, 2026
Docket No.
2D2025-1034
Topics
Criminal Appeals, Per Curiam Affirmance
Source
Read the full opinion

Background

Michael Anthony Way appealed from the County Court for Hillsborough County, where Judge Monique M. Scott presided.

The appellate opinion does not identify the charge, describe the underlying facts, state the arguments raised on appeal, or specify the county court ruling under review.

The Court’s Holding

The Florida Second District Court of Appeal affirmed the county court’s judgment.

The court issued a per curiam affirmance without analysis or a stated legal basis. Judges Black, Atkinson, and Smith concurred.

Key Takeaways

  • The county court’s judgment remains in effect.
  • The appellate court provided no explanation for its decision.
  • The opinion establishes no articulated rule of law or issue-specific holding beyond affirmance.

Why It Matters

Because the court affirmed without a written explanation, the decision resolves Way’s appeal but offers no guidance about the underlying legal or factual issues.

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