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

Case
Pablo Johnson v. State of Florida
Court
Florida First District Court of Appeal
Judge
Osterhaus, C.J.; Lewis, J.; Winokur, J.
Date Decided
August 21, 2026
Docket No.
1D2025-2035
Topics
Criminal Appeals; Per Curiam Affirmance
Source
Read the full opinion

Background

Pablo Johnson, proceeding pro se, appealed from a decision of the Circuit Court for Alachua County. Circuit Judge James Matthew Colaw entered the decision under review.

The First District Court of Appeal’s opinion does not describe the underlying charges, the circuit court’s ruling, Johnson’s arguments, or the State’s response.

The Court’s Holding

The First District affirmed the circuit court’s decision in a per curiam opinion.

Because the court provided no reasoning or discussion, the opinion establishes only that the judgment or order under review was affirmed. It does not identify the legal basis for the affirmance.

Key Takeaways

  • The First District affirmed the circuit court’s decision.
  • The ruling was unanimous, with Chief Judge Osterhaus and Judges Lewis and Winokur concurring.
  • The opinion offers no factual account or legal analysis.

Why It Matters

The decision ends the appeal in the First District unless altered through a timely authorized post-decision motion. Its practical significance is limited because the court did not issue a reasoned opinion addressing the facts or legal issues.

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