Morrison v. State — Second District summarily affirmed the circuit court’s ruling

Case
Richard H. Morrison v. State of Florida
Court
Florida Second District Court of Appeal
Judge
Silberman; Villanti; Morris
Date Decided
September 16, 2026
Docket No.
2D2025-0016
Topics
Criminal Appeals; Postconviction Proceedings; Summary Affirmance
Source
Read the full opinion

Background

Richard H. Morrison, acting without counsel, appealed a ruling of the Circuit Court for Hillsborough County. Circuit Judge Christine A. Marlewski entered the ruling under review.

The appeal proceeded under Florida Rule of Appellate Procedure 9.141(b)(2). The appellate opinion does not identify Morrison’s underlying claims or describe the circuit court’s reasoning.

The Court’s Holding

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

The court issued a per curiam decision without a written explanation. Judges Silberman, Villanti, and Morris concurred.

Key Takeaways

  • The Second District left the circuit court’s ruling in place.
  • The appeal proceeded under Florida Rule of Appellate Procedure 9.141(b)(2).
  • Because the opinion provides no reasoning or factual discussion, it announces no express rule beyond the result in Morrison’s case.

Why It Matters

The decision resolves Morrison’s appeal but offers no explanation that attorneys can apply to other cases. Any assessment of the underlying legal issues would require review of the circuit court record and Morrison’s filings.

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