White v. State — Florida appellate court affirmed without a written explanation

Case
Reginald White v. State of Florida
Court
Florida Second District Court of Appeal
Judge
Silberman; Sleet; Rothstein-Youakim
Date Decided
October 14, 2026
Docket No.
2D2026-1892
Topics
Criminal Appeals, Summary Affirmance, Pro Se Litigation
Source
Read the full opinion

Background

Reginald White, proceeding without counsel, appealed from the Circuit Court for Hillsborough County, where Judge Michelle Sisco presided.

The appeal proceeded under Florida Rule of Appellate Procedure 9.141(b)(2). The opinion does not describe White’s underlying claims, the circuit court’s reasoning, or the relief he sought.

The Court’s Holding

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

The per curiam opinion provided no analysis or explanation for the affirmance. Judges Silberman, Sleet, and Rothstein-Youakim concurred.

Key Takeaways

  • The Second District affirmed the circuit court’s ruling.
  • The court issued a per curiam decision without a written explanation.
  • The opinion does not identify the issues raised or establish an articulated rule of law.

Why It Matters

The decision leaves the circuit court’s ruling in place but offers no reasoning for attorneys or lower courts to apply in future cases. Its practical significance is therefore limited to the disposition of White’s appeal.

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