Tracking Florida's Death Penalty

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Michael Bell Executed 7/15/2025
Tonight, the State of Florida executed Michael Bell, carrying out his sentence of death. It was the eighth execution in the State in 2025—matching the…
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ZAKRZEWSKI WARRANT: Postconviction claims denied
Edward Zakrzewski’s execution is set for July 31 at 6:00 p.m. The circuit court denied Zakrzewski’s postconviction claims. His case now heads to the…
Florida Supreme Court affirms Michael Jones' death sentence
On Thursday, as part of its regular release of opinions, the Florida Supreme Court affirmed Michael W. Jones' sentence of death of direct appeal.
BELL WARRANT: Second petition filed at U.S. Supreme Court
Michael Bell's execution is scheduled for July 15 at 6:00 p.m. Today, Bell filed a second petition for writ of certiorari at the U.S. Supreme Court…
Florida Supreme Court affirms Steven Wolf's death sentence
On Thursday, as part of its regular release of opinions, the Florida Supreme Court affirmed Steven Wolf’s sentence of death of direct appeal.
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BELL WARRANT: Petition filed at U.S. Supreme Court
Michael Bell's execution is scheduled for July 15 at 6:00 p.m. On Thursday, Bell, through his attorneys, filed a petition for writ of certiorari at the…
ZAKRZEWSKI WARRANT: Postconviction motion filed
Edward Zakrzewski’s execution is set for July 31 at 6:00 p.m.
Charlotte County: Ryan Cole sentenced to death
Following the jury's nonunanimous recommendation for death in May, the trial court sentenced Ryan Cole for death.
BELL WARRANT: Florida Supreme Court affirms denial of postconviction claims
Michael Bell's execution is scheduled for July 15 at 6:00 p.m. Today, the Florida Supreme Court denied his claims.
ZAKRZEWSKI WARRANT: Circuit Court Scheduling Order
Edward Zakrzewski’s execution is scheduled for July 31 at 6:00 p.m.
Volusia County: Jean Macean takes life plea
In May, Macean agreed to plead no contest in exchange for the State taking the death penalty off the able and took a life sentence.
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BELL WARRANT: Bell files motion to stay and to relinquish jurisdiction
Bell's execution is scheduled July 15. On Thursday, Bell filed a Motion for Stay of Execution and to Relinquish Jurisdiction for Further Fact…
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