The term “judgment” means the adjudication by the court that the defendant is guilty or not guilty.
RULE 3.650. JUDGMENT DEFINED
- A "judgment" is the formal declaration by the court that a defendant is guilty or not guilty.
- This formal ruling is also referred to as an "adjudication."
- The judgment of guilt is a separate legal event from the sentence (the punishment), and it must be entered before a sentence can be imposed.
1968 Adoption. Substantially the same as section 921.01, Florida Statutes.
1972 Amendment. Same as prior rule.