David L. McCain

David Lucius McCain (July 23, 1931 – November 11, 1986) was a justice of the Supreme Court of Florida from December 14, 1970, to August 31, 1975, when he resigned after being accused of taking bribes. He then became an accused drug smuggler, and was for several years a fugitive, until his death.

Early life, education, and career Born in Sebastian, Florida, When Justice Thornal died two years later, Governor Kirk appointed McCain to that seat. He was indicted on four felony counts, but never convicted and skipped bail in 1983, becoming a fugitive for the remainder of his life.

While living under the name "Thomas Mills", McCain discovered that he had cancer, and contemplated turning himself in, but died before he had the chance, in Jacksonville, Florida at the age of 55.