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State of Florida v. Clifton Bliss, Jr.
Date: 01-10-2025
Case Number: 422021CF003966CFAXXX
Judge: Robert Hodges
Court: Circuit Court, Marion County, Florida
Plaintiff's Attorney: Marion County, Florida District Attorney's Office
Defendant's Attorney:
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Description:
Ocala, Florida criminal defense lawyer represented the Defendant charged with second-degree murder.
Clifton Bliss was accused of murder for shooting and killing 41-year-old James Taylor, Jr. on October 21, 2021.
Authorities said the shooting started with a discussion about a cat.
Bliss thought the cat in question was a stray and grabbed a firearm to shoot it. He went to Taylor's home inquiring about the animal, since Taylor had a cat. The men were outside and over time began arguing.
Clifton Bliss was accused of murder for shooting and killing 41-year-old James Taylor, Jr. on October 21, 2021.
Authorities said the shooting started with a discussion about a cat.
Bliss thought the cat in question was a stray and grabbed a firearm to shoot it. He went to Taylor's home inquiring about the animal, since Taylor had a cat. The men were outside and over time began arguing.
Outcome:
Not guilty.
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About This Case
What was the outcome of State of Florida v. Clifton Bliss, Jr.?
The outcome was: Not guilty.
Which court heard State of Florida v. Clifton Bliss, Jr.?
This case was heard in Circuit Court, Marion County, Florida, FL. The presiding judge was Robert Hodges.
Who were the attorneys in State of Florida v. Clifton Bliss, Jr.?
Plaintiff's attorney: Marion County, Florida District Attorney's Office. Defendant's attorney: Click Here For The Best Ocala Criminal Defense Lawyer Directory.
When was State of Florida v. Clifton Bliss, Jr. decided?
This case was decided on January 10, 2025.