Torrey D. Walker v. Circuit Judge Sjostrom of the Second Judicial Circuit Court
Docket 1D2025-1380
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- Filed
- Jurisdiction
- Florida
- Court
- District Court of Appeal of Florida
- Type
- Opinion
- Case type
- Other
- Disposition
- Affirmed
- Docket
- 1D2025-1380
Appeal from the Circuit Court for Leon County from an order by Circuit Judge Jonathan Sjostrom.
Summary
The First District Court of Appeal reviewed an appeal by Torrey D. Walker challenging actions by a Leon County circuit judge. The court issued a short per curiam decision dated April 27, 2026, and affirmed the lower court's ruling. No extended opinion or reasoning appears in the record beyond the single-word disposition and concurrence by three judges. The decision notes the appellate process remains open for any timely, authorized post-judgment motions under Florida appellate rules.
Issue Decided
- Whether the circuit court's ruling should be reversed (specific legal questions not stated in the opinion).
Court's Reasoning
The published entry provides only the court's disposition—'AFFIRMED'—without explanation. Because the opinion contains no discussion of legal standards or factual application, the appellate panel affirmed the lower court's decision without issuing a written rationale in this per curiam order.
Parties
- Appellant
- Torrey D. Walker
- Appellee
- Circuit Judge Sjostrom of the Second Judicial Circuit Court
- Judge
- Jonathan Sjostrom
- Attorney
- James Uthmeier, Attorney General
- Attorney
- Elizabeth Teegen, Chief Assistant Attorney General
Key Dates
- Decision date
- 2026-04-27
What You Should Do Next
- 1
Consider filing authorized post-judgment motions
If the appellant believes there are grounds, timely file a motion under Fla. R. App. P. 9.330 or 9.331 as authorized by the court's notice.
- 2
Consult appellate counsel
Seek an attorney experienced in Florida appellate practice to evaluate grounds for rehearing or further review and to ensure procedural deadlines are met.
- 3
Review the lower-court record
Examine the circuit court's order and the appellate filings to identify any preserved errors or jurisdictional issues that could support further review.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What did the court decide?
- The appellate court affirmed the circuit court's decision on April 27, 2026.
- Why did the court affirm?
- The published entry gives no explanation; the court issued a brief per curiam affirmance without an opinion explaining the reasoning.
- Who is affected by this decision?
- The primary parties are Torrey D. Walker (the appellant) and the circuit court/ Judge Sjostrom; the affirmation leaves the lower-court outcome in place.
- Can this decision be challenged further?
- The decision notes that timely, authorized post-judgment motions under Florida Rules of Appellate Procedure 9.330 or 9.331 may still be filed; further appellate review (such as a petition for review) would depend on eligibility and procedural rules.
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Full Filing Text
FIRST DISTRICT COURT OF APPEAL
STATE OF FLORIDA
_____________________________
No. 1D2025-1380
_____________________________
TORREY D. WALKER,
Appellant,
v.
CIRCUIT JUDGE SJOSTROM of the
Second Judicial Circuit Court,
Appellee.
_____________________________
On appeal from the Circuit Court for Leon County.
Jonathan Sjostrom, Judge.
April 27, 2026
PER CURIAM.
AFFIRMED.
WALLIS, LAMBERT, and KILBANE, JJ., concur.
_____________________________
Not final until disposition of any timely and
authorized motion under Fla. R. App. P. 9.330 or
9.331.
_____________________________
Torrey D. Walker, pro se, Appellant.
James Uthmeier, Attorney General, and Elizabeth Teegen, Chief
Assistant Attorney General, Tallahassee, for Appellee.
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