Pate v. State — First District affirmed in a written per curiam decision without factual or legal analysis

Background

Amanda Pate appealed from a judgment or order of the Circuit Court for Dixie County, where Circuit Judge Frederick Koberlein, Jr. presided.

The First District Court of Appeal’s opinion does not describe the underlying facts, the offense or ruling at issue, the arguments raised on appeal, or the circuit court’s reasoning.

The Court’s Holding

The First District affirmed the circuit court’s judgment or order.

The court issued a written per curiam affirmance without factual discussion or legal analysis. Judges Roberts, Rowe, and Kelsey concurred.

Key Takeaways

• The circuit court’s judgment or order was affirmed.
• The appellate court did not identify the issues presented or explain its reasoning.
• The decision 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

The decision resolves Pate’s appeal in the State’s favor but provides no factual or legal analysis for use in evaluating other cases. Its significance is therefore limited to the disposition reflected in the opinion.