Vaughn v. State of Florida
Docket 1D2025-0885
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- Filed
- Jurisdiction
- Florida
- Court
- District Court of Appeal of Florida
- Type
- Opinion
- Case type
- Criminal Appeal
- Disposition
- Affirmed
- Docket
- 1D2025-0885
Appeal from the Circuit Court for Escambia County (criminal matter) judged by John L. Miller, Jr.
Summary
The First District Court of Appeal reviewed an appeal by David Paul Vaughn from a decision of the Circuit Court for Escambia County. The appellate court, in a per curiam decision dated April 16, 2026, affirmed the lower court's ruling. No written opinion accompanied the disposition beyond the single-word judgment "AFFIRMED," and the three judges concurred. The decision is subject to any timely post-judgment motions under Florida Rule of Appellate Procedure 9.330 or 9.331.
Issue Decided
- Whether the circuit court's ruling (as to which the appellant sought relief) should be reversed on appeal
Court's Reasoning
The opinion provides no written reasoning; the court issued a per curiam one-line decision affirming the lower court. Because the court affirmed without published explanation, the appellate panel implicitly concluded the appellant's arguments lacked merit or did not warrant reversal under applicable law and procedure.
Authorities Cited
- Florida Rule of Appellate Procedure 9.330
- Florida Rule of Appellate Procedure 9.331
Parties
- Appellant
- David Paul Vaughn
- Appellee
- State of Florida
- Judge
- John L. Miller, Jr.
- Attorney
- James Uthmeier
Key Dates
- decision_date
- 2026-04-16
What You Should Do Next
- 1
Consider post-judgment motions
If appropriate, the appellant should evaluate and, within the allowed time, file motions authorized by Fla. R. App. P. 9.330 or 9.331 to seek reconsideration.
- 2
Consult counsel about further review
Discuss with an attorney whether any further appellate options (such as a discretionary review or petition to the Florida Supreme Court) are available and timely.
- 3
Comply with final judgment
If no successful post-judgment relief is pursued, the appellant should comply with the circuit court's judgment and any related orders.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What did the court decide?
- The appellate court affirmed the lower court's decision, meaning it found no reversible error warranting a change to the judgment below.
- Who is affected by this decision?
- The decision affects appellant David Paul Vaughn and the State of Florida in the underlying criminal case, leaving the circuit court's ruling intact.
- What happens next?
- The appellant may file timely and authorized post-judgment motions under Florida Rules of Appellate Procedure 9.330 or 9.331, or seek further review if available.
- Does the opinion explain why the court affirmed?
- No; the court issued a per curiam one-line judgment of affirmation without a written opinion explaining its reasoning.
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Full Filing Text
FIRST DISTRICT COURT OF APPEAL
STATE OF FLORIDA
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No. 1D2025-0885
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DAVID PAUL VAUGHN,
Appellant,
v.
STATE OF FLORIDA,
Appellee.
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On appeal from the Circuit Court for Escambia County.
John L. Miller, Jr., Judge.
April 16, 2026
PER CURIAM.
AFFIRMED.
ROBERTS, WINOKUR, and NORDBY, 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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David Paul Vaughn, pro se, Appellant.
James Uthmeier, Attorney General, Tallahassee, for Appellee.