It's probably easier to reference Florida Rule 3.220 - DISCOVERY at the link below than the filed document since this rule is Statutory.
From the Register of Actions quoted by OP's link, we know SS was arrested and booked on 4/24/24, Initial Appearance on 4/25/24, and having filed application for a public defender, Waived his Arraignment on 4/26/24.
By Public Defender Robert Wesley's Demand for Discovery on behalf of SS, filed on 5/1/24, the defense has simply started the "judicial clock" on this case.
Pursuant to Rule 3.220 - DISCOVERY, the Prosecution must now produce all information and material within the state's possession or control, to the defense, within 15 days of the Notice served.
While the ROA indicates the Prosecution answered the Demand for Discovery on 5/3 and 5/7, some here have noted items which appear missing. Please take note that the State has not yet expended the 15 days allowed pursuant to Rule 3.220. It's also possible some warrants have not been returned.
Relative to the requirements by the Defense after filing a Demand for Discovery, the Defense must also provide the Prosecution with it's Witness List or names the Defense plans to call as witnesses at trial.
The Court takes "Discovery" seriously and failure to comply with producing information in the possession or control of the Prosecution to the Defense timely can result in sanctions for discovery violations. The spirit of Rule 3.220 here is to prevent prejudice or a trial by ambush.
More to follow on Discovery as we get closer to trial, and Defense Motions for sanctions begin populating the Docket!
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