Broward

Mr. Johnson appealed his criminal convictions, arguing that the trial court erred by not conducting the proper legal analysis in allowing a peremptory strike against an African-American juror. The Fourth District Court of Appeal agreed and granted Mr. Johnson a new trial, certifying conflict with the Second, Third, and Fifth Districts concerning the proper procedure for peremptory challenges. This Court accepted jurisdiction to resolve the conflict among the district courts.

Appearance for Petitioner:
Kimberly T. Acuña, Asst. Attorney General, West Palm Beach, 561-837-5016

Appearance for Respondent:
Richard G. Bartmon, Asst. Regional Counsel, West Palm Beach, 561-837-5156