Attorneys for convicted Sebring bank gunman Zephen Xaver argued his death sentence appeal before the Florida Supreme Court in Tallahassee on Thursday morning. Defense counsel Philip J. Massa presented four claims, including alleged ineffective assistance of trial counsel during Xaver’s plea.
WHO:Zephen Xaver’s appellate attorney, Philip J. Massa; Florida Supreme Court justices; Zephen Xaver
WHAT:Xaver’s attorneys argued for reversal of his death sentence in a Florida Supreme Court hearing.
WHEN:Sep 10, 2026
WHERE:Tallahassee, Florida
WHY:The hearing addressed claims that trial counsel was ineffective when Xaver pleaded, challenging the validity of the death sentence.
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