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Raytaurus E. Armstrong v. State of Florida

Citation: Not availableDocket: 18-1384

Court: District Court of Appeal of Florida; September 18, 2018; Florida; State Appellate Court

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Narrative Opinion Summary

The First District Court of Appeal of Florida affirmed the decision of the Circuit Court for Duval County regarding Raytaurus E. Armstrong's appeal against the State of Florida. The ruling was issued per curiam on September 18, 2018, with Judges Makar, Osterhaus, and Jay concurring. The judgment is not considered final until the resolution of any timely and authorized motions under Florida Rules of Appellate Procedure 9.330 or 9.331. Armstrong represented himself in the appeal, while the State was represented by Attorney General Pamela Jo Bondi.

Legal Issues Addressed

Finality of Judgment under Florida Rules of Appellate Procedure

Application: The court's decision is not considered final until any timely and authorized motions under specific Florida appellate rules have been resolved.

Reasoning: The judgment is not considered final until the resolution of any timely and authorized motions under Florida Rules of Appellate Procedure 9.330 or 9.331.

Pro Se Representation in Appeals

Application: Raytaurus E. Armstrong represented himself in the appeal process against the State of Florida.

Reasoning: Armstrong represented himself in the appeal, while the State was represented by Attorney General Pamela Jo Bondi.