Event Brief
Jul 31, 2026 at 5:00 PM ET
Court Fast-Tracks Appeals Before Silvia Execution
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Florida Supreme Court orders expedited proceedings as William Frances Silvia Jr. faces lethal injection Aug. 18, 2026.
WHO: Gov. Ron DeSantis; William Frances Silvia Jr.; Florida Supreme Court; Silvia’s attorneys; 18th Judicial Circuit Court
WHAT: Death warrant prompts expedited appeals and court proceedings in Silvia’s case
WHEN: Jul 31, 2026 at 4:08 PM ET
WHERE: Florida State Prison (Raiford) and Seminole County (18th Judicial Circuit Court)
WHY: DeSantis signed a death warrant setting Silvia’s execution for Aug. 18, triggering the Supreme Court’s fast-track order for remaining proceedings.
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