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Robert R. Wheeler (Florida)
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Robert R. "Rob" Wheeler is a judge of the Second Circuit Court in Florida. He was appointed by Governor Rick Scott (R) on November 30, 2015, effective January 1, 2016. Wheeler succeeded Judge Frank E. Sheffield.[1]
Prior to his circuit court appointment, Wheeler was a judge on the Leon County Court. He was appointed by Governor Charlie Crist in April of 2010 to replace James O. Shelfer.[2][3]
Education
Wheeler received his bachelor's degree and J.D. from the University of Florida.[2]
Career
- 2016-Present: Judge, Second Circuit Court
- 2010-2015: Judge, Leon County Court
- 2009-2010: General counsel to Gov. Crist
- 2007-2009: Assistant general counsel to Gov. Crist
- 1998-2006: Assistant attorney general
- 1988-1998: Attorney in private practice[2]
Elections
2012
- See also: Florida judicial elections, 2012
Wheeler was unopposed and automatically re-elected to the Leon County Court following the November 6, 2012, general election.[3]
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See also
External links
Footnotes
Federal courts:
Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals • U.S. District Court: Middle District of Florida, Northern District of Florida, Southern District of Florida • U.S. Bankruptcy Court: Middle District of Florida, Northern District of Florida, Southern District of Florida
State courts:
Florida Supreme Court • Florida District Courts of Appeal • Florida Circuit Court • Florida County Court
State resources:
Courts in Florida • Florida judicial elections • Judicial selection in Florida
