Mills v. Smith — First District affirmed the county court without a written explanation

Case
James M. Mills v. Farron Smith and Bill Smith
Court
Florida First District Court of Appeal
Judge
Lewis; Ray; M.K. THOMAS (Rick Scott, 2016)
Date Decided
August 17, 2026
Docket No.
1D2025-3054
Topics
Appeals, Per Curiam Affirmance
Source
Read the full opinion

Background

James M. Mills appealed a decision of the County Court for Calhoun County, where Judge Kevin Grover presided. Farron Smith and Bill Smith were the appellees.

The First District’s opinion does not describe the underlying dispute, the county court’s ruling, the arguments on appeal, or the issues presented for review.

The Court’s Holding

The First District Court of Appeal affirmed the county court’s decision.

The court issued a per curiam affirmance without analysis or an explanation of its reasoning. Judges Lewis, Ray, and M.K. Thomas concurred.

Key Takeaways

  • The county court’s decision remains in effect.
  • The appellate court provided no written reasoning or discussion of the issues.
  • The opinion does not establish a stated rule of law beyond the disposition of this appeal.

Why It Matters

The decision resolves Mills’s appeal in favor of Farron Smith and Bill Smith, subject to disposition of any timely and authorized motion under Florida Rules of Appellate Procedure 9.330 or 9.331.

Because the court did not explain its reasoning or identify the issues presented, the opinion offers no substantive guidance about the underlying dispute.

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