Milanick v. State

Alexander Milanick appeals a non-final order denying his motion to quash and dismiss the proceeding. He argues that the case should have been dismissed based on the State’s failure to personally serve him. We agree and reverse.

The instant action was brought by the State pursuant to section 112.317(7), Florida Statutes, which authorizes the State to bring a civil action to recover costs and fees awarded by the Florida Commission on Ethics. Previously, the Florida Commission on Ethics had entered an order against Milanick with which Milanick never complied.

The State attempted to personally…