Judge John L. Burns - Professional Background & Legal Expertise

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The Hon. John L. Burns is a judge for the Charlotte County Court in the 20th Judicial Circuit of Florida. He was appointed to the bench by former Governor Charlie Crist in 2010.

Burns has presided over both County and Circuit Court dockets, including the County Criminal and Civil Divisions and the Circuit Criminal, Civil, and Juvenile Divisions. He also sat on the Drug Court and the Teen Court.

Prior to his appointment, he worked as an assistant state attorney with the Office of the State Attorney for the 20th Judicial Circuit in Charlotte County, a position he held since 1995. During his time as a prosecutor, Burns specialized in crimes against children, including neglect, abuse, sexual abuse, and child homicide cases. He also served as the misdemeanor supervisor, the Felony Track leader, chairman of the Crimes Against Children/Special Victim's Unit, chief of the Felony Division, and assistant office head.

Bell received a B.S. in political science from Florida State University in 1989. He went on to complete a J.D. at Seattle University School of Law (formerly the University of Puget Sound).

He was born and raised in central New York. Burns is married and has one child. He is a fan of the Florida State Seminoles and an avid cyclist. When not presiding over legal proceedings, he and his daughter enjoy playing video games, board games, and attending SciFi and comic book conventions.

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PORT CHARLOTTE HMA LLC DBA SHOREPOINT HEALTH PORT CHARLOTTE vs. BARLASS, AMPARO

On April 27, 2024 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Charlotte County. Judge BURNS, JOHN L presiding.

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PORT CHARLOTTE HMA LLC DBA SHOREPOINT HEALTH PORT CHARLOTTE vs. WENDZEL, DOUGLAS

On April 26, 2024 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Charlotte County. Judge BURNS, JOHN L presiding.

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PUNTA GORDA HMA LLC DBA SHOREPOINT HEALTH PUNTA GORDA vs. LUCIA, NICHOLAS

On April 26, 2024 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Charlotte County. Judge BURNS, JOHN L presiding.

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PORT CHARLOTTE HMA LLC DBA SHOREPOINT HEALTH PORT CHARLOTTE vs. CARTER, KRISTEN

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PUNTA GORDA HMA LLC DBA SHOREPOINT HEALTH PUNTA GORDA vs. BLACKBURN, BINGHAM

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PORT CHARLOTTE HMA LLC DBA SHOREPOINT HEALTH PORT CHARLOTTE vs. HORNBAKE, DAVID

On April 26, 2024 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Charlotte County. Judge BURNS, JOHN L presiding.

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AARONS LLC vs. EVANS, BRITTANY

On April 24, 2024 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Charlotte County. Judge BURNS, JOHN L presiding.

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Apr 24, 2024

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DISCOVER BANK vs. RODRIGUEZ, JAVIER

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HORNER, THOMAS vs. CARLO MONTE, ALESSANDO

On April 24, 2024 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Charlotte County. Judge BURNS, JOHN L presiding.

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Apr 24, 2024

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AMERICAN EXPRESS NATIONAL BANK vs. NAMBURI, SUJAY

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May 22, 2024

PORT CHARLOTTE HMA LLC DBA SHOREPOINT HEALTH PORT CHARLOTTE vs. SHORT, WENDY

On April 24, 2024 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Charlotte County. Judge BURNS, JOHN L presiding.

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May 22, 2024

CONROY, SIMON vs. MILLER, RICHARD

On April 24, 2024 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Charlotte County. Judge BURNS, JOHN L presiding.

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Apr 24, 2024

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May 24, 2024

AARONS LLC vs. SCURRY, LATOYA

On April 24, 2024 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Charlotte County. Judge BURNS, JOHN L presiding.

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DISCOVER BANK vs. TAYLOR, CAMERON B

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May 22, 2024

TROY CAPITAL, LLC vs. ELLIS, MICHELLE

On April 24, 2024 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Charlotte County. Judge BURNS, JOHN L presiding.

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Apr 24, 2024

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May 22, 2024

PORT CHARLOTTE HMA LLC DBA SHOREPOINT HEALTH PORT CHARLOTTE vs. NEGRAYYURCH, BETH

On April 24, 2024 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Charlotte County. Judge BURNS, JOHN L presiding.

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SUNCOAST CREDIT UNION vs. SMITH, HALEY N

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May 22, 2024

AARON'S LLC vs. BOWENS, OCTVAIOUS

On April 24, 2024 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Charlotte County. Judge BURNS, JOHN L presiding.

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May 22, 2024

CAMERON, DILLON vs. CHARLOTTE COUNTY

On April 23, 2024 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Charlotte County. Judge BURNS, JOHN L presiding.

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Apr 23, 2024

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May 22, 2024

SCOTLAND, ALEXANDER vs. MONTALVO, CONNIE

On April 22, 2024 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Charlotte County. Judge BURNS, JOHN L presiding.

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Apr 22, 2024

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May 24, 2024

ST. MARTIN, GARY vs. HARPERS 1980, LLC

On April 22, 2024 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Charlotte County. Judge BURNS, JOHN L presiding.

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Apr 22, 2024

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May 22, 2024

MERCHANTS ACCEPTANCE CORP. vs. HINCKLEY, AUSTIN

On April 22, 2024 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Charlotte County. Judge BURNS, JOHN L presiding.

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May 09, 2024

SFR SERVICES LLC vs. SENTERS, JESSE LEE

On April 19, 2024 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Charlotte County. Judge BURNS, JOHN L presiding.

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May 09, 2024

WENZ, ROBERT vs. WYNDHAM VACATION RESORTS INC.

On April 19, 2024 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Charlotte County. Judge BURNS, JOHN L presiding.

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Apr 19, 2024

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About

John L. Burns
Current Appointment Charlotte County Court, Department Division B	Charlotte County Court, Department Division B
Election/Appointment 2012 - Re-elected; 2018 - Re-elected	2012 - Re-elected; 2018 - Re-elected
Education B.S., Florida State University - 1989 J.D., Seattle University School of Law	B.S., Florida State University - 1989 J.D., Seattle University School of Law
Official Website www.ca.cjis20.org	www.ca.cjis20.org

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Court Info

Court Info
Current Court:	FL - Charlotte County Court
Clerk phone:	+1 (941) 637-2266

Career History

Career History
Role	Employer	Where
Assistant State Attorney	Office of the State Attorney for the 20th Judicial Circuit	Charlotte County, Florida
Judge	Charlotte County Court	Charlotte County, Florida