Wilson v. State — Florida First DCA affirmed without a written opinion

Case
Stacy Paul Wilson v. State of Florida
Court
Florida First District Court of Appeal
Judge
Roberts; Bilbrey; Nordby
Date Decided
October 13, 2026
Docket No.
1D2026-1073
Topics
Criminal Appeal; Per Curiam Affirmance
Source
Read the full opinion

Background

Stacy Paul Wilson, representing himself, appealed from a decision of the Circuit Court for Escambia County. Circuit Judge Amy P. Brodersen presided below.

The First District Court of Appeal’s opinion does not describe the underlying charges, the circuit court’s ruling, the issues raised on appeal, or the parties’ arguments.

The Court’s Holding

The First District Court of Appeal affirmed the circuit court’s decision. The court issued a per curiam disposition consisting only of the word “AFFIRMED.”

Because the court provided no reasoning, the opinion states no legal rule and does not identify the grounds supporting affirmance. Judges Roberts, Bilbrey, and Nordby concurred.

Key Takeaways

  • The First District affirmed the Escambia County circuit court’s decision.
  • The court issued a per curiam affirmance without explaining its reasoning.
  • The opinion supplies no facts, issues, or legal analysis from which a broader holding can be drawn.

Why It Matters

The disposition leaves the circuit court’s decision intact but offers no written guidance on the substantive or procedural issues presented. Its significance is therefore limited to the result in Wilson’s appeal.

The decision was designated not final until disposition of any timely and authorized motion under Florida Rules of Appellate Procedure 9.330 or 9.331.

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