If a verdict of guilty is rendered the defendant shall, if in custody, be remanded. If the defendant is at large on bail, the defendant may be taken into custody and committed to the proper official or remain at liberty on the same or additional bail as the court may direct.
RULE 3.550. DISPOSITION OF DEFENDANT
- If a defendant who is already in custody is found guilty, they simply remain in custody ("remanded").
- If a defendant is out on bail when found guilty, the judge has discretion over what to do next.
- The judge can immediately take the defendant into custody, allow them to remain free on the same bail, or require additional bail pending sentencing.
1968 Adoption. Same as section 919.20, Florida Statutes.