Judge Ruled Floyd Simmons Competent for Trial
A Green Bay judge determined the defendant is fit to face criminal charges for a 2025 assault.
Updated on Oct. 5, 2026 in Violence
A judge has ruled that 63-year-old Floyd Simmons is competent to stand trial for a violent incident occurring in September 2025. Simmons faces six criminal charges, including attempted first-degree intentional homicide.
Why it matters
The ruling clears the legal path for the prosecution of Simmons, who was accused of attacking a 57-year-old woman at Jackson Square Park. The court proceedings address serious charges stemming from a dispute over rent payments.
Floyd Simmons is currently facing six criminal charges, including attempted first-degree intentional homicide and strangulation. A plea hearing for these charges is officially set for November 6, 2026.
The players
Floyd Simmons
He is a 63-year-old defendant currently facing six criminal charges related to an assault at Jackson Square Park.
The details
The charges follow a September 2025 altercation at Jackson Square Park, where the victim allegedly escaped after fighting off Simmons. Police reports also noted that Simmons was found in possession of a crack pipe and allegedly made threats and used racial slurs against officers while in custody.
Timeline
September 5, 2025: The incident occurred at Jackson Square Park.
September 28, 2026: A judge ruled the defendant competent to stand trial.
November 6, 2026: A plea hearing is scheduled for the defendant.
Legal Context
This judicial ruling follows the established constitutional benchmark set by the Dusky v. United States standard for determining defendant competency. The decision confirms that Simmons possesses the necessary mental capacity to consult with counsel and understand the legal process.
The transition of this case into the trial phase ensures that the legal process regarding the public safety incident at Jackson Square Park is moving forward. Residents can expect further court activity as the November plea hearing approaches.
The takeaway
The competency ruling marks a significant procedural milestone in the prosecution of this case. Legal proceedings will now focus on the upcoming plea hearing to determine the next phase of the trial.
What happens next
The court has scheduled a plea hearing for Floyd Simmons to take place on November 6, 2026.
Further reading
For more information on legal developments in the area, visit the Green Bay Violence section.
