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burden of proving defense in Florida

37 Florida opinions name it 4 courts 1944–2025 6 in the last five years

The cases below were cited by Florida courts in a sentence that names this issue. Sides come from how each citing opinion treated the case (Syfertize flag on that citation), so a case can appear on both: that is where the law is contested. A red or yellow chip is the case's own overall treatment.

Followed or applied (28)

CaseFollowedCited
Green v. Stategreen
fladistctapp · 2003 · cited in 3 Florida opinions naming this issue, 2007–2023
2 sentences

2023P. 3.850(f)(8)(B) ("At an evidentiary hearing, the defendant shall have the burden of presenting evidence and the burden of proof in support of his or her motion, unless otherwise provided by law."); Tribbitt v. State, 339 So. 3d 1029 , 1033 (Fla. 2d DCA 2022) ("Mr. Tribbitt would be required to prove at an evidentiary hearing that the twenty-year plea offer existed."); Green v. State, 857 So. 2d 304, 305 (Fla. 2d DCA 2003) ("Green had the burden of proving his claim of ineffective assistance of counsel."); Morgan v. State, 912 So. 2d 642, 643 (Fla. 5th DCA 2005) ("Morgan offers no allegation

2023P. 3.850(f)(8)(B) ("At an evidentiary hearing, the defendant shall have the burden of presenting evidence and the burden of proof in support of his or her motion, unless otherwise provided by law."); Tribbitt v. State, 339 So. 3d 1029 , 1033 (Fla. 2d DCA 2022) ("Mr. Tribbitt would be required to prove at an evidentiary hearing that the twenty-year plea offer existed."); Green v. State, 857 So. 2d 304, 305 (Fla. 2d DCA 2003) ("Green had the burden of proving his claim of ineffective assistance of counsel."); Morgan v. State, 912 So. 2d 642, 643 (Fla. 5th DCA 2005) ("Morgan offers no allegation

33
State v. DiGuiliogreen
fla · 1986 · cited in 2 Florida opinions naming this issue, 1987–2025
2 sentences

2025State v. DiGuilio, 491 So. 2d 1129, 1135 (Fla. 1986).

1987See Butler v. State, 493 So.2d 451 (Fla.1986), and State v. DiGuilio, 491 So.2d 1129 (Fla.1986).

22
Morgan v. Stategreen
fladistctapp · 2005 · cited in 2 Florida opinions naming this issue, 2023–2023
2 sentences

2023P. 3.850(f)(8)(B) ("At an evidentiary hearing, the defendant shall have the burden of presenting evidence and the burden of proof in support of his or her motion, unless otherwise provided by law."); Tribbitt v. State, 339 So. 3d 1029 , 1033 (Fla. 2d DCA 2022) ("Mr. Tribbitt would be required to prove at an evidentiary hearing that the twenty-year plea offer existed."); Green v. State, 857 So. 2d 304, 305 (Fla. 2d DCA 2003) ("Green had the burden of proving his claim of ineffective assistance of counsel."); Morgan v. State, 912 So. 2d 642, 643 (Fla. 5th DCA 2005) ("Morgan offers no allegation

2023P. 3.850(f)(8)(B) ("At an evidentiary hearing, the defendant shall have the burden of presenting evidence and the burden of proof in support of his or her motion, unless otherwise provided by law."); Tribbitt v. State, 339 So. 3d 1029 , 1033 (Fla. 2d DCA 2022) ("Mr. Tribbitt would be required to prove at an evidentiary hearing that the twenty-year plea offer existed."); Green v. State, 857 So. 2d 304, 305 (Fla. 2d DCA 2003) ("Green had the burden of proving his claim of ineffective assistance of counsel."); Morgan v. State, 912 So. 2d 642, 643 (Fla. 5th DCA 2005) ("Morgan offers no allegation

22
Colorado v. Connellygreen
scotus · 1986 · cited in 2 Florida opinions naming this issue, 1997–2000
2 sentences

2000See Colorado v. Connelly, 479 U.S. 157, 168-69 , 107 S.Ct. 515, 522-23 , 93 L.Ed.2d 473 (1986). *598 Sliney v. State, 699 So.2d 662, 668 (Fla. 1997), cert. denied, 522 U.S. 1129 , 118 S.Ct. 1079 , 140 L.Ed.2d 137 (1998).

2000See Colorado v. Connelly, 479 U.S. 157, 168-69 , 107 S.Ct. 515, 522-23 , 93 L.Ed.2d 473 (1986). *598 Sliney v. State, 699 So.2d 662, 668 (Fla. 1997), cert. denied, 522 U.S. 1129 , 118 S.Ct. 1079 , 140 L.Ed.2d 137 (1998).

22
Harriman v. Stategreen
fladistctapp · 2015 · cited in 1 Florida opinions naming this issue, 2024–2024
1 sentence

2024Harriman v. State, 174 So. 3d 1044, 1050 (Fla. 1st DCA 2015).

11
Deloitte, Haskins and Sells v. S. FIN. HOLDING CORP.green
fladistctapp · 1990 · cited in 1 Florida opinions naming this issue, 2022–2022
1 sentence

2022Holding Corp., 566 So. 2d 906, 906 (Fla. 4th DCA 1990) (“To obtain access to these [financial records], respondent must make out a prima facie case that Central . . . has waived 6 its [accountant-client] privilege.”); Palm Beach Cnty.

11
Jacobs v. Westgategreen
fladistctapp · 2000 · cited in 1 Florida opinions naming this issue, 2021–2021
1 sentence

2021Cf. Jacobs v. Westgate, 766 So. 2d 1175, 1180 (Fla. 3d DCA 2000) (in which the plaintiff claimed that the defendants violated section 83.67, Florida Statutes (1997), and “the defendants had the burden of proving the defense of comparative negligence”).

11
Burkley v. Burkleygreen
fladistctapp · 2005 · cited in 1 Florida opinions naming this issue, 2019–2019
1 sentence

2019Burkley v. Burkley, 911 So. 2d 262, 269 (Fla. 5th DCA 2005).

11
Physicians Reference Laboratory, Inc. v. DANIEL SECKINGER, MD AND ASSOCIATES, PAgreen
fladistctapp · 1987 · cited in 1 Florida opinions naming this issue, 2017–2017
1 sentence

2017See Physicians Reference Lab., Inc. v. Daniel Seckinger, M.D. & Assocs., P.A., 501 So. 2d 107 , 109 n.1 (Fla. 3d DCA 1987). "[L]ost profits 'must be proven with a reasonable degree of certainty before [the loss] is recoverable.' " Paul Gottlieb & Co. v. Alps S. Corp., 985 So. 2d 1, 9 (Fla. 2d DCA 2007) (second alteration in original) (quoting Shadow Lakes, Inc. v. Cudlipp Constr. & Dev.

11
Paul Gottlieb & Co. v. Alps South Corp.green
fladistctapp · 2007 · cited in 1 Florida opinions naming this issue, 2017–2017
1 sentence

2017See Physicians Reference Lab., Inc. v. Daniel Seckinger, M.D. & Assocs., P.A., 501 So. 2d 107 , 109 n.1 (Fla. 3d DCA 1987). "[L]ost profits 'must be proven with a reasonable degree of certainty before [the loss] is recoverable.' " Paul Gottlieb & Co. v. Alps S. Corp., 985 So. 2d 1, 9 (Fla. 2d DCA 2007) (second alteration in original) (quoting Shadow Lakes, Inc. v. Cudlipp Constr. & Dev.

11
Williams v. Stategreen
fladistctapp · 2007 · cited in 1 Florida opinions naming this issue, 2009–2009
1 sentence

2009Williams v. State, 974 So.2d 405, 407 (Fla. 2d DCA 2007) (citation omitted).

11
DEPT. OF BANKING & FIN. v. Osborne Sterngreen
fla · 1996 · cited in 1 Florida opinions naming this issue, 2009–2009
2 sentences

2009In a detailed nineteen-page recommended order, the ALJ concluded that, because the imposition of a fine was punitive in nature, the Division had the burden of proving the violation by clear and convincing evidence, citing to Department of Banking & Finance Division of Securities & Investor Protection v. Osborne Stern & Co., 670 So.2d 932, 935 (Fla.1996).

2009In a detailed nineteen-page recommended order, the ALJ concluded that, because the imposition of a fine was punitive in nature, the Division had the burden of proving the violation by clear and convincing evidence, citing to Department of Banking & Finance Division of Securities & Investor Protection v. Osborne Stern & Co., 670 So.2d 932, 935 (Fla.1996).

11
Soto v. Stategreen
fladistctapp · 1999 · cited in 1 Florida opinions naming this issue, 2008–2008
1 sentence

2008See Soto v. State, 727 So.2d 1044, 1046 (Fla. 2d DCA 1999) (noting that the State has the burden of proving a violation of probation is both willful and substantial).

11
Koon v. Stategreen
fla · 1985 · cited in 1 Florida opinions naming this issue, 2007–2007
1 sentence

2007Rodriguez-Aguirre, 73 F.3d at 1025 (citing United States v. Daniels, 857 F.2d 1392, 1394 (10th Cir.1988)); see also Koon v. State, 463 So.2d 201, 203 (Fla.1985) (stating that it was defendant's burden to show a double jeopardy violation).

11
United States v. Donald R. Danielsgreen
ca10 · 1988 · cited in 1 Florida opinions naming this issue, 2007–2007
1 sentence

2007Rodriguez-Aguirre, 73 F.3d at 1025 (citing United States v. Daniels, 857 F.2d 1392, 1394 (10th Cir.1988)); see also Koon v. State, 463 So.2d 201, 203 (Fla.1985) (stating that it was defendant's burden to show a double jeopardy violation).

11
White v. Stategreen
fladistctapp · 2000 · cited in 1 Florida opinions naming this issue, 2005–2005
1 sentence

2005White v. State, 757 So.2d 542, 546 (Fla. 4th DCA 2000).

11
Florida Mining & Materials v. Mobleygreen
fladistctapp · 1995 · cited in 1 Florida opinions naming this issue, 2004–2004
1 sentence

2004On appeal, we are compelled to affirm so long as that "ruling ... is supported by competent substantial evidence... even though there may be some persuasive evidence to the contrary." Fla. Mining & Materials v. Mobley, 649 So.2d 934, 934 (Fla. 1st DCA 1995).

11
Schofield v. Stategreen
fladistctapp · 1996 · cited in 1 Florida opinions naming this issue, 2003–2003
1 sentence

2003See Schofield v. State, 681 So.2d 736, 738 (Fla. 2d DCA 1996).

11
Sliney v. Floridagreen
scotus · 1998 · cited in 1 Florida opinions naming this issue, 2000–2000
1 sentence

2000See Colorado v. Connelly, 479 U.S. 157, 168-69 , 107 S.Ct. 515, 522-23 , 93 L.Ed.2d 473 (1986). *598 Sliney v. State, 699 So.2d 662, 668 (Fla. 1997), cert. denied, 522 U.S. 1129 , 118 S.Ct. 1079 , 140 L.Ed.2d 137 (1998).

11
Owens v. Illinoisgreen
scotus · 1998 · cited in 1 Florida opinions naming this issue, 2000–2000
1 sentence

2000See Colorado v. Connelly, 479 U.S. 157, 168-69 , 107 S.Ct. 515, 522-23 , 93 L.Ed.2d 473 (1986). *598 Sliney v. State, 699 So.2d 662, 668 (Fla. 1997), cert. denied, 522 U.S. 1129 , 118 S.Ct. 1079 , 140 L.Ed.2d 137 (1998).

11
Sliney v. Stategreen
fla · 1997 · cited in 1 Florida opinions naming this issue, 2000–2000
1 sentence

2000See Colorado v. Connelly, 479 U.S. 157, 168-69 , 107 S.Ct. 515, 522-23 , 93 L.Ed.2d 473 (1986). *598 Sliney v. State, 699 So.2d 662, 668 (Fla. 1997), cert. denied, 522 U.S. 1129 , 118 S.Ct. 1079 , 140 L.Ed.2d 137 (1998).

11
FLORIDA ASS'N OF WORKERS v. Guillaumegreen
fladistctapp · 1993 · cited in 1 Florida opinions naming this issue, 2000–2000
1 sentence

2000See Florida Ass'n of Workers for the Blind, Inc. v. Guillaume, 618 So.2d 275 (Fla. 3 DCA 1993).

11
Cuozzo v. Ronan & Kunzl, Inc.green
fladistctapp · 1984 · cited in 1 Florida opinions naming this issue, 1987–1987
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Butler v. Stategreen
fla · 1986 · cited in 1 Florida opinions naming this issue, 1987–1987
11
Cobbs v. Grantgreen
cal · 1972 · cited in 1 Florida opinions naming this issue, 1983–1983
11
Fortenberry v. Mandellgreen
fladistctapp · 1972 · cited in 1 Florida opinions naming this issue, 1981–1981
11
Smith v. Town of Bithlogreen
fladistctapp · 1977 · cited in 1 Florida opinions naming this issue, 1981–1981
11
Burton v. Keatongreen
fla · 1952 · cited in 1 Florida opinions naming this issue, 1953–1953
11

Distinguished, questioned or overruled (0)

CaseNegativeCited
No negative-treatment citations attached to this issue in Florida. Read the followed side critically anyway.

Also cited on this issue (34)

CaseCitedYears
Johnson v. Dicks green
fla · 1954
2 sentences

1958Johnson v. Dicks, Fla. 1954, 76 So.2d 657 .

1957Johnson v. Dicks, Fla. 1954, 76 So.2d 657 .

21957–1958
Dixon v. United States green
scotus · 2006
2 sentences

2013Ultimately, the Supreme Court concluded that in “the context of the firearms offenses at issue— as will usually be the case, given the long-established common-law rule — we presume that Congress intended the petitioner to bear the burden of proving the defense of duress by a preponderance of the evidence.” Id. at 17 , 126 S.Ct. 2437 .

2013Ultimately, the Supreme Court concluded that in “the context of the firearms offenses at issue— as will usually be the case, given the long-established common-law rule — we presume that Congress intended the petitioner to bear the burden of proving the defense of duress by a preponderance of the evidence.” Id. at 17 , 126 S.Ct. 2437 .

12013–2013
Smith v. United States green
scotus · 2013
2 sentences

2013In the recent decision, Smith v. United States, — U.S. -, 133 S.Ct. 714 , 184 L.Ed.2d 570 (2013), the Supreme Court reiterated that the allocation of the burden of proof of an affirmative defense is a question of legislative intent.

2013In the recent decision, Smith v. United States, — U.S. -, 133 S.Ct. 714 , 184 L.Ed.2d 570 (2013), the Supreme Court reiterated that the allocation of the burden of proof of an affirmative defense is a question of legislative intent.

12013–2013
C & E PARTNERSHIP v. Donnelly green
va · 1988
1 sentence

2009C & E Partnership v. Donnelly, 235 Va. 301 (1988).

12009–2009
United States v. Gabriel Rodriguez-Aguirre green
ca10 · 1996
1 sentence

2007Rodriguez-Aguirre, 73 F.3d at 1025 (citing United States v. Daniels, 857 F.2d 1392, 1394 (10th Cir.1988)); see also Koon v. State, 463 So.2d 201, 203 (Fla.1985) (stating that it was defendant's burden to show a double jeopardy violation).

12007–2007
Morris v. State green
fladistctapp · 1996
1 sentence

2001For example, in Morris v. State, 680 So.2d 1096 (Fla. 3d DCA 1996), the court reversed the defendant's conviction and remanded for a new trial because, under Melbourne , the trial court erred in denying the defendant's peremptory challenge.

12001–2001
Molina v. State green
fladistctapp · 1990
1 sentence

1990Accordingly, we see no reason not to treat entrapment like any other affirmative defense in Florida by placing the burden of proving that defense on the defendant. [5] See, e.g., Molina v. State, 561 So.2d 425 (Fla. 3d DCA 1990) (defendant in criminal case has burden of proving affirmative defense). [6] The entrapment statute also changed the common law defense of entrapment by providing that "[t]he issue of entrapment shall be tried by the trier of fact." Under the common law, the objective test was a threshold question of law for the court; the determination of predisposition was a question

11990–1990
State v. Wheeler green
fla · 1985
1 sentence

1990Wheeler, 468 So.2d at 981 .

11990–1990
Knight v. State green
fla · 1981
11988–1988
Peavey v. City of Miami Magic City Airways, Inc. green
fla · 1941
11987–1987
First Nat. Bank v. Keshishian green
fladistctapp · 1983
11987–1987
Key Bank v. First United Land Title Co. green
fladistctapp · 1987
11987–1987
Ossip-Harris Ins., Inc. v. BARNETT BANK OF SO. FLA., NA green
fladistctapp · 1983
11987–1987
Flagship Bank of Seminole v. Complete Interiors, Inc. green
fladistctapp · 1984
11987–1987
Leland v. Oregon green
scotus · 1952
11985–1985
Hankerson v. North Carolina green
scotus · 1977
11985–1985
Patterson v. New York green
scotus · 1977
11985–1985
Yohn v. State green
fla · 1985
11985–1985
People v. Johnson green
cal · 1969
11984–1984
United States v. Maynard Francis Hayes green
ca4 · 1967
11984–1984
Warren v. Waterville Urban Renewal Authority green
scotus · 1968
11984–1984
Mitchell v. Robinson green
mo · 1960
11983–1983
Wilkinson v. Vesey green
ri · 1972
11983–1983
Wale v. Barnes green
fla · 1973
11983–1983
Hamilton v. Hardy green
coloctapp · 1976
11983–1983
Miller v. Kennedy green
washctapp · 1974
11983–1983
Collins v. Meeker green
kan · 1967
11983–1983
Miller v. Kennedy green
wash · 1975
11983–1983
Malcolm v. Patrick green
fladistctapp · 1962
11963–1963
Arkin Construction Company v. Simpkins green
fla · 1957
11960–1960
Davis v. Strople green
fla · 1949
11953–1953
Wood v. Hammel green
fla · 1937
11944–1944
Holsz v. Stephen green
ill · 1936
11944–1944
Myers v. Myers neutral
iowa · 1924
11944–1944

Statutes the citing opinions construe

FL § 800.04 (3)

Counted by distinct opinions that both name this issue and are annotated to the section; sections every opinion cites regardless of issue are not filtered here, so read the counts against the total above.

Where else courts name it

TX 223 (1908–2026) CA 185 (1920–2026) LA 167 (1939–2025) PA 140 (1919–2026) IN 101 (1922–2024) IL 94 (1907–2026) WA 86 (1942–2025) GA 81 (1940–2026) OH 79 (1957–2025) MO 66 (1929–2025) TN 61 (1985–2025) MI 57 (1948–2025) VA 54 (1918–2024) CT 53 (1982–2026) NY 46 (1882–2025) CO 46 (1938–2026) FL 37 (1944–2025) WV 37 (1919–2026) IA 34 (1902–2025) AZ 31 (1957–2023) NC 29 (1970–2026) AR 29 (1966–2023) WI 28 (1959–2025) MD 27 (2005–2024) AL 25 (1902–2016) MS 24 (1922–2023) NJ 23 (1951–2025) MA 22 (1908–2026) MN 21 (1979–2018) OR 21 (1896–2024) ID 18 (1944–2026) KS 17 (1918–2026) NM 17 (1971–2025) ND 17 (1915–2023) ME 14 (1969–2025) SC 12 (1917–2019) MT 12 (1969–2022) NE 11 (1876–2013) RI 11 (1978–2022) SD 10 (1929–2017) DE 10 (1977–2026) UT 10 (1896–2025) KY 9 (1951–2024) VT 8 (1960–2020) OK 7 (1912–1971) NH 6 (1967–2009) WY 6 (2004–2024) DC 5 (1990–2020) HI 5 (1981–2020) AK 4 (1983–1996) NV 3 (1982–2020) VI 2 (1977–2014)

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