If the Florida Supreme Court affirms the decision, what happens to the final order?

• A. The final order is automatically stayed
• B. The final order becomes effective
• C. The final order is null and void
• D. The case is remanded

Answer: (B)

When the Florida Supreme Court affirms a decision, the ruling stays as the law of the case and the final order is enforceable. Affirmation means the higher court agrees with the lower court’s decision, so there’s no reversal or remand. The order isn’t automatically paused or voided simply because it was reviewed; a stay would require a separate motion or order. In short, the affirmed decision takes effect and is enforceable, pending any separate stay or further action only if such steps are sought.