What did the court decide?

The appellate court affirmed the circuit court's judgment, meaning it found no reversible error that would require changing the lower court's decision.

Who is affected by this decision?

Patrick Fleming (the appellant) and the State of Florida (the appellee) are directly affected; the circuit court's judgment against Fleming remains in place unless altered by further authorized motions.

Can this decision be changed?

The decision is subject to change only if Fleming files a timely and authorized motion under Florida Rule of Appellate Procedure 9.330 or 9.331; otherwise, the mandate will issue and the judgment will stand.

Fleming v. State of Florida

Docket 1D2025-1274

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Criminal AppealAffirmed

Filed: Apr 16, 2026 · 2 weeks ago
Jurisdiction: Florida
Court: District Court of Appeal of Florida
Type: Opinion
Case type: Criminal Appeal
Disposition: Affirmed
Docket: 1D2025-1274

Appeal from the Circuit Court for Leon County.

Summary

The Florida First District Court of Appeal reviewed Patrick Fleming's appeal from a Leon County circuit court decision. The appellate court, in a brief per curiam opinion, affirmed the lower court's judgment. No published opinion or extended reasoning appears in the record; the panel of three judges concurred and noted that the decision is not final until any timely authorized post-judgment motions are resolved. Fleming proceeded pro se on appeal, and the Attorney General represented the State.

Issue Decided

Whether the circuit court's judgment against Patrick Fleming should be reversed on appeal.

Court's Reasoning

The court issued a per curiam opinion simply stating the judgment is affirmed without elaboration, indicating the panel found no reversible error in the circuit court's proceedings or ruling. Because no further explanation was provided, the affirmation rests on the court's determination that the record supported the lower court's decision. The opinion notes the judgment is not final until any timely authorized motions under the Florida Rules of Appellate Procedure are resolved.

Parties

Appellant: Patrick Fleming
Appellee: State of Florida
Judge: James Lee Marsh
Attorney: James Uthmeier

Key Dates

Decision date: 2026-04-16

What You Should Do Next

1
Consider post-judgment motions
If Fleming believes there are grounds, he may timely file authorized motions under Fla. R. App. P. 9.330 or 9.331 to seek rehearing or clarification.
2
Consult appellate counsel
Fleming should consult an attorney experienced in appeals to evaluate potential grounds for rehearing or further review and to ensure any filings meet procedural requirements.
3
Prepare for mandate and enforcement
If no timely authorized motion is filed or such motions are denied, parties should prepare for the appellate mandate to issue and for the lower court's judgment to be carried out.

Frequently Asked Questions

What did the court decide?: The appellate court affirmed the circuit court's judgment, meaning it found no reversible error that would require changing the lower court's decision.
Who is affected by this decision?: Patrick Fleming (the appellant) and the State of Florida (the appellee) are directly affected; the circuit court's judgment against Fleming remains in place unless altered by further authorized motions.
Can this decision be changed?: The decision is subject to change only if Fleming files a timely and authorized motion under Florida Rule of Appellate Procedure 9.330 or 9.331; otherwise, the mandate will issue and the judgment will stand.

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Full Filing Text

FIRST DISTRICT COURT OF APPEAL
                STATE OF FLORIDA
                 _____________________________

                        No. 1D2025-1274
                 _____________________________

PATRICK FLEMING,

    Appellant,

    v.

STATE OF FLORIDA,

    Appellee.
                 _____________________________


On appeal from the Circuit Court for Leon County.
James Lee Marsh, Judge.


                         April 16, 2026

PER CURIAM.

    AFFIRMED.

ROBERTS, WINOKUR, and NORDBY, JJ., concur.
              _____________________________

    Not final until disposition of any timely and
    authorized motion under Fla. R. App. P. 9.330 or
    9.331.
               _____________________________

Patrick Fleming, pro se, Appellant.

James Uthmeier, Attorney General, Tallahassee, for Appellee.