Booker v. State of Florida
Docket 1D2025-1894
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- Filed
- Jurisdiction
- Florida
- Court
- District Court of Appeal of Florida
- Type
- Opinion
- Case type
- Criminal Appeal
- Disposition
- Affirmed
- Docket
- 1D2025-1894
Appeal from the Circuit Court for Escambia County (criminal matter).
Summary
The Florida First District Court of Appeal reviewed Antoine Vonche Booker’s appeal from a decision of the Circuit Court for Escambia County. The appellate court, in a per curiam opinion, affirmed the lower court’s judgment. No separate written opinion was issued; the opinion simply states AFFIRMED and notes concurrence by the three judges. The decision is subject to timely motions under Florida appellate rules but otherwise ends the appeal with affirmation of the trial court’s ruling.
Issue Decided
- Whether the circuit court's judgment or order challenged by Booker should be reversed on appeal.
Court's Reasoning
The court issued a per curiam affirmance without a published opinion, indicating the panel found no reversible error in the trial court's proceedings or judgment. Because the decision contains no written explanation, the affirmation reflects the panel's conclusion that the appellate brief and record did not show grounds for reversal. The concurrence of all three judges shows unanimous agreement to affirm.
Parties
- Appellant
- Antoine Vonche Booker
- Appellee
- State of Florida
- Judge
- John F. Simon, Jr.
- Attorney
- James Uthmeier
Key Dates
- decision_date
- 2026-04-16
What You Should Do Next
- 1
Consider filing a motion for rehearing or certification
If Booker believes the panel overlooked an issue or misapplied the law, he may file a timely motion for rehearing or for certification under Fla. R. App. P. 9.330 or 9.331.
- 2
Consult appellate counsel
Because the decision was per curiam and pro se representation limits procedural options, Booker should consult an appellate attorney to evaluate grounds for further review or post-conviction relief.
- 3
Prepare for mandate and implementation
If no timely post-opinion motions are filed, the clerk will issue the mandate; Booker should work with counsel to address any sentencing or custody consequences resulting from the affirmed judgment.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What did the court decide?
- The appellate court affirmed the lower court's judgment and denied Booker's appeal.
- Does this end the case?
- Absent a timely and authorized motion under Florida Rule of Appellate Procedure 9.330 or 9.331, the affirmance concludes the appeal at the district court level.
- Can Booker seek further review?
- Booker may seek rehearing or certification under the cited Florida appellate rules, and may be able to seek review by the Florida Supreme Court if permitted.
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Full Filing Text
FIRST DISTRICT COURT OF APPEAL
STATE OF FLORIDA
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No. 1D2025-1894
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ANTOINE VONCHE BOOKER,
Appellant,
v.
STATE OF FLORIDA,
Appellee.
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On appeal from the Circuit Court for Escambia County.
John F. Simon, Jr., Judge.
April 16, 2026
PER CURIAM.
AFFIRMED.
ROBERTS, RAY, and TREADWELL, JJ., concur.
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Not final until disposition of any timely and
authorized motion under Fla. R. App. P. 9.330 or
9.331.
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Antoine Vonche Booker, pro se, Appellant.
James Uthmeier, Attorney General, Tallahassee, for Appellee.