Register v. State

Jon A. Register [“Register”] appeals his judgment and sentences for two counts of lewd or lascivious molestation against a victim less than twelve years of age. Register argues that his judgment and sentences violate the constitutional guarantee against double jeopardy. We disagree and affirm both convictions.

On April 8, 2004, the State charged Register, through information, with two counts of lewd or lascivious molestation in violation of section 800.04(5)(b), Florida Statutes. In count one, the State alleged that on January 14, 2004, Register, a person eighteen years of age or older, did…