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State of Florida v. William Bell, Jr.
Date: 03-20-2026
Case Number: 25CF054743AD
Judge: Jonathan Sacks
Court: Circuit Court, Duval County, Florida
Plaintiff's Attorney: Duval County, Florida, District Attorney's Office
Defendant's Attorney:
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Description:
Jacksonville, Florida, criminal defense lawyer represents the Defendant charged with second-degree murder.
William Bell, Jr., age 41, accused of killing Stephen Hopkins, who was found strangled to death in his home on Merrill Road on November 30, 2023.
William Bell, Jr., age 41, accused of killing Stephen Hopkins, who was found strangled to death in his home on Merrill Road on November 30, 2023.
Outcome:
A criminal charge is not proof of guilt.
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About This Case
What was the outcome of State of Florida v. William Bell, Jr.?
The outcome was: A criminal charge is not proof of guilt.
Which court heard State of Florida v. William Bell, Jr.?
This case was heard in Circuit Court, Duval County, Florida, FL. The presiding judge was Jonathan Sacks.
Who were the attorneys in State of Florida v. William Bell, Jr.?
Plaintiff's attorney: Duval County, Florida, District Attorney's Office. Defendant's attorney: Click Here For The Best Jacksonville Criminal Defense Lawyer Directory.
When was State of Florida v. William Bell, Jr. decided?
This case was decided on March 20, 2026.