George Robert Lightkep, Jr. v. State of Florida - Criminal Appeal
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The Florida District Court of Appeal affirmed the lower court's decision in George Robert Lightkep, Jr. v. State of Florida. The case, identified by docket number 5D2025-1521, involved an appeal by the defendant against the State of Florida. The appellate court's affirmation means the original ruling stands.
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The District Court of Appeal of Florida has affirmed the lower court's decision in the case of George Robert Lightkep, Jr. v. State of Florida, with docket number 5D2025-1521. The appellate court issued its opinion on March 17, 2026, and the disposition was 'Affirmed,' indicating that the prior ruling of the Circuit Court for St. Johns County remains in effect.
This affirmation signifies that the legal proceedings and judgment against George Robert Lightkep, Jr. have been upheld by the appellate court. For legal professionals involved in criminal justice, this case serves as an example of appellate review outcomes. No new compliance actions or deadlines are imposed by this judicial decision; it pertains to the finalization of a specific legal case.
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George Robert Lightkep, Jr. v. State of Florida
District Court of Appeal of Florida
- Citations: None known
- Docket Number: 5D2025-1521
Disposition: Affirmed
Disposition
Affirmed
Combined Opinion
FIFTH DISTRICT COURT OF APPEAL
STATE OF FLORIDA
Case No. 5D2025-1521
LT Case No. 55-2024-CF-1197-A
GEORGE ROBERT LIGHTKEP, JR.,
Appellant,
v.
STATE OF FLORIDA,
Appellee.
On appeal from the Circuit Court for St. Johns County.
R. Lee Smith, Judge.
Matthew J. Metz, Public Defender, and Teresa D. Sutton,
Assistant Public Defender, Daytona Beach, for Appellant.
James Uthmeier, Attorney General, Tallahassee, and Alyssa M.
Williams, Assistant Attorney General, Daytona Beach, for
Appellee.
March 17, 2026
PER CURIAM.
AFFIRMED.
WALLIS, BOATWRIGHT, and KILABNE, JJ., concur.
Not final until disposition of any timely and
authorized motion under Fla. R. App. P. 9.330 or
9.331.
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