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Blake Thurman and Samantha Thurman v. Debbie Rose Davis, f/k/a Debbie Rose Thurman

Citation: Not availableDocket: 21-1796

Court: District Court of Appeal of Florida; September 8, 2021; Florida; State Appellate Court

Original Court Document: View Document

Narrative Opinion Summary

The First District Court of Appeal of Florida dismissed the appeal filed by Blake Thurman and Samantha Thurman against Debbie Rose Davis, formerly known as Debbie Rose Thurman. The appeal originated from the Circuit Court for Washington County, presided over by Judge Timothy Register. The dismissal was issued on September 8, 2021, with Judges B.L. Thomas, M.K. Thomas, and Long concurring. The dismissal is not final until any timely and authorized motions under Florida Rules of Appellate Procedure 9.330 or 9.331 are resolved. Jeremy A. Mutz represented the appellants, while there was no appearance for the appellee.

Legal Issues Addressed

Concurrence of Judges in Appellate Decision

Application: The dismissal of the appeal was a unanimous decision by the panel of judges, reflecting consensus in the appellate court's determination.

Reasoning: The dismissal was issued on September 8, 2021, with Judges B.L. Thomas, M.K. Thomas, and Long concurring.

Dismissal of Appeal

Application: The First District Court of Appeal dismissed the appeal filed by the appellants, indicating that the decision of the lower court stands unless further motions are filed and resolved.

Reasoning: The First District Court of Appeal of Florida dismissed the appeal filed by Blake Thurman and Samantha Thurman against Debbie Rose Davis.

Finality of Appellate Decisions

Application: The appellate court's decision is not considered final until all potential post-decision motions are addressed, ensuring parties have an opportunity to contest the court's ruling.

Reasoning: The dismissal is not final until any timely and authorized motions under Florida Rules of Appellate Procedure 9.330 or 9.331 are resolved.