Florida Sets Modern Record for Executions in 2025
Florida set a modern record for executions in 2025, carrying out 19 death sentences, surpassing the previous record of eight in 2018.
Orlando Daytona Beach Melbourne, FL, August 29, 2026 —
Florida carried out 19 death sentences in 2025, establishing a new modern record for the state. This figure significantly surpasses the previous record of eight executions, which occurred in 2018.
The data indicates a notable increase in the number of executions performed within the state during the 2025 calendar year. The previous benchmark for modern executions was set six years prior.
The specific details regarding the individuals executed, the nature of their offenses, or any legal proceedings leading up to these executions were not provided in the summary.
Further information regarding the factors contributing to this record number of executions or the legal context surrounding them is not available in the provided summary.
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