On Wednesday, February 5, 2025, Click Orlando reported that the Florida Supreme Court publicly reprimanded Circuit Court Judge Wayne Culver amid a 60-day suspension without pay. The reprimand is a response to findings from a judicial commission investigation that described Culver’s conduct as “playground bully” behavior, which occurred over two consecutive days in February 2022.
During a hearing in Tallahassee, Chief Justice Carlos Muñiz addressed Culver’s actions, stating that his behavior was “unacceptable” and inconsistent with the standards expected of judges. The investigation revealed instances where Culver used profanity and threatened contempt of court toward individuals in his courtroom.
Culver admitted to his inappropriate behavior during the proceedings and expressed a commitment to seeking mental health counseling. The judicial commission acknowledged his sincere contrition and steps taken towards addressing issues related to anger management and stress.
As part of the reprimand, Muñiz emphasized the seriousness of the situation, warning Culver that any future misconduct would result in strict consequences, underscoring the judiciary’s commitment to maintaining professional conduct among its members.
Source: Click Orlando
