NewsFOX 13 Tampa BayAugust 16, 2026Hillsborough
Florida Sets Record for Executions in 2025
In 2025, Florida carried out 19 executions, the highest number in the state's modern history. This follows a series of death warrants signed by Governor Ron DeSantis, significantly surpassing the previous record of eight executions set in 2018.
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This data highlights a major shift in the frequency of capital punishment in Florida, marking a significant increase in state-sanctioned executions.
Key Facts
- Florida executed 19 people in 2025, a modern record for the state.
- The previous record for executions in a single year was eight, set in 2018.
- The increase in 2025 was driven by death warrants issued by Governor Ron DeSantis.