Kevin M. Tracy v. State of Florida

Kevin Tracy appeals the dismissal of his petition for writ of mandamus pertaining to his records request. Because the proper procedures were not followed and because factual disputes remain, we reverse.

In his petition, Mr. Tracy requests documents related to the chain of custody of any deadly weapon used as evidence in his case. The Escambia County Sheriffs Office responded by providing the appropriate evidence card. Mr. Tracy asserts additional documentation is available. The trial court denied Mr, Tracy’s petition without issuing an alternative writ of mandamus to the respondent requiring…