Cruz — affirmed the circuit court’s judgment without a written explanation

Background

Juan J. Cruz, Jr. appealed from the Circuit Court for Manatee County, where Circuit Judge Stephen M. Whyte presided.

The appellate opinion does not identify the convictions, challenged rulings, arguments on appeal, or other underlying facts.

The Court’s Holding

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

The court issued a per curiam affirmance without explaining its reasoning. Judges Black, Smith, and Labrit concurred.

Key Takeaways

• The circuit court’s judgment remains in place.
• The appellate court provided no factual discussion or legal analysis.
• The decision was unanimous among the three identified judges.

Why It Matters

The decision resolves Cruz’s appeal in the State’s favor but offers no written reasoning for attorneys to apply in other cases.