Jenkins — First District affirmed the Department of Legal Affairs’ decision without a written opinion

Case
Larry Jenkins v. Department of Legal Affairs
Court
Florida First District Court of Appeal
Judge
Lewis; M.K. THOMAS (Rick Scott, 2016); Treadwell
Date Decided
September 9, 2026
Docket No.
1D2025-2165
Topics
Administrative Appeal; Per Curiam Affirmance
Source
Read the full opinion

Background

Larry Jenkins appealed a decision of the Florida Department of Legal Affairs, where Joseph Spataro was identified as Director. Jenkins represented himself on appeal, while the Department was represented by the Attorney General’s office.

The court’s opinion does not describe the underlying dispute, the agency proceedings, the arguments raised on appeal, or the relief Jenkins sought.

The Court’s Holding

The Florida First District Court of Appeal affirmed the Department of Legal Affairs’ decision.

The court issued a per curiam affirmance without a written explanation. Judges Lewis, M.K. Thomas, and Treadwell concurred.

Key Takeaways

  • The Department of Legal Affairs’ decision remains in place.
  • The court provided no reasoning or discussion of the issues presented.
  • The opinion was not final until disposition of any timely and authorized motion under Florida Rules of Appellate Procedure 9.330 or 9.331.

Why It Matters

Because the court affirmed without an explanatory opinion, the decision resolves this appeal but does not articulate a legal rule or analysis for attorneys to apply in other cases.

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