DeLand, FL – A 31-year-old Florida woman who shot and killed her ex-boyfriend after he vandalized her car has been sentenced to 20 years in prison, according to court officials. Jasmoray Baugh was convicted of manslaughter in the death of Korey Woulard, whom prosecutors said she hunted down and shot out of anger.
The Incident: Argument Turns Deadly in DeLand
According to the 7th Judicial District State Attorney’s Office, the fatal shooting occurred around 2 a.m. on December 11, 2022, in DeLand, about 40 miles north of Orlando.
Prosecutors said Baugh and Woulard, who had a history of conflict, got into an argument after Woulard vandalized Baugh’s car—a recurring issue in their relationship. After the incident, Baugh allegedly texted him a threat saying,
“I told the police you robbed me and shot at me. B— you going under the ground.”
Moments later, as Woulard ripped off both side-view mirrors of her vehicle and began walking away, Baugh got into her car, drove after him, and fired a single shot into his chest, killing him instantly.
When police arrived, they found Woulard dead in the street and later recovered the firearm that Baugh had thrown into nearby bushes.
Investigation and Evidence
Authorities said Baugh initially told investigators that she shot Woulard in self-defense, claiming he attacked her after she accidentally crashed her car.
During her testimony, Baugh stated that as she drove by him, Woulard threw a bicycle at her windshield, causing her to crash into a pole. She said he then approached with a gun, and a struggle ensued.
“We … tussling, it’s like a tug-of-war,” Baugh testified during her trial. “I’m fighting him not to shoot me. And that’s when the gun go off.”
However, prosecutors disputed her version of events. They argued that Baugh chased her ex-boyfriend down and killed him out of revenge, not fear for her life.
Assistant State Attorney Nick Kramperth told jurors,
“The law doesn’t give anyone the right to be the judge, jury, and executioner.”
Evidence presented at trial included the threatening text message Baugh sent moments before the shooting and surveillance footage that contradicted her self-defense claim.
Court Proceedings and Sentencing
After a weeklong trial, jurors deliberated for six hours before finding Baugh guilty of manslaughter rather than second-degree murder, a lesser but still serious charge under Florida law.
On Wednesday, Baugh was sentenced to 20 years in prison by a Volusia County judge.
“The defendant killed the victim for vandalizing her car,” said State Attorney R.J. Larizza in a press release. “A sad testament to the human condition.”
The court heard testimony describing the volatile relationship between Baugh and Woulard, including past police reports involving property damage and domestic disputes. While Baugh’s defense emphasized her claim of long-term abuse, the prosecution maintained that her actions were intentional and retaliatory.
Reactions from Prosecutors and Legal Observers
Prosecutors expressed satisfaction with the outcome, saying justice was served even though the charge was reduced.
“The jury carefully considered all the evidence,” Assistant State Attorney Kramperth said after sentencing. “This verdict holds the defendant accountable for taking a life but acknowledges the complexity of the case.”
Legal analysts noted that Baugh’s text message, sent moments before the shooting, likely played a pivotal role in securing her conviction. It demonstrated premeditation and anger, undermining her self-defense argument.
Background and Context
Under Florida law, manslaughter with a firearm carries a mandatory minimum sentence of 20 years. The law allows for self-defense claims under Stand Your Ground provisions, but prosecutors must prove that the defendant’s fear of imminent harm was not reasonable.
In this case, jurors appeared unconvinced that Baugh’s life was in danger when she pursued Woulard, concluding instead that she acted out of rage and retaliation.
The case has reignited discussions about domestic violence, anger management, and the limits of self-defense laws in Florida. Advocates say more resources are needed to help individuals safely exit abusive relationships before they escalate to violence.
Conclusion
Jasmoray Baugh will serve 20 years in prison for the killing of Korey Woulard, marking the end of a case prosecutors described as “a tragedy fueled by anger.” While her defense claimed self-defense, jurors determined that Baugh’s decision to take justice into her own hands made her “judge, jury, and executioner.”
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