Specific laws as they apply to the state of Florida
Skip to State by State Overview of Murder Sentences The minimum and maxiumum sentence for murder varies depending on the jurisdiction and the specific degree or classification of the murder charge. In the United States, for example, minimum sentences can differ significantly among states and even within different degrees of murder (e.g., first-degree, second-degree, and … Read more
Florida Recording Law Summary: Florida recording law stipulates that it is a two-party consent state. In Florida, it is a criminal offense to use any device to record communications, whether they’re wire, oral or electronic, without the consent of everyone taking part in the communication. Fla. Stat. § 934.03(2)(d). This means that in Florida you … Read more
Under Florida hit and run laws, leaving an accident scene is a misdemeanor if the collision results in no injuries. A hit-and-run escalates to a felony if anyone suffers injury or death. Prosecutors in Florida must prove that the accused drove the vehicle, caused an accident, and intentionally left the scene. Florida is a no-fault … Read more
What is considered legal or illegal sexting in Florida? Florida sexting laws define sexting as “the act of sending sexually explicit photos or messages electronically,” primarily between cellphones. For teens, sexting is a crime that is punishable on a second offense. Quick take: Sexting among consenting adults is legal in Florida. Florida sexting laws do … Read more
Florida dog bite laws hold the owner of a canine that bites someone liable to pay if the bite occurs in a public place or while the victim is legally on private property. However, if the dog injures you in any other way besides biting, say, knocks you over, and you break a bone or … Read more
A Summary of Florida Whistleblower Laws The state of Florida strictly follows the employment-at-will doctrine. This means employees can be discharged from work for any reason. However, the state has some exceptions to this doctrine. This includes common law protections and statutory protections. Statutory protections are enacted by the state’s legislature and cover specific subject … Read more
Summary of Florida Lemon Law Florida’s lemon laws state that if the buyer or lessee of a vehicle finds a major fault in it – which the manufacturers are unable to fix even after 3 valid attempts- the manufacturer is liable to repurchase or replace the faulty vehicle. This law applies to the vehicle throughout … Read more
Everything you need to know about Child Support in the state of Florida. Updated 2020.Florida child support guidelines are based on the principle that training, education, maintenance, and care of a child represent the obligation of each parent. That is according to Florid Statute child support law 39.01, consequently parents in the State are obligated … Read more
Statute of Limitations FL- Summary Florida’s statute of limitations establishes a deadline before which civil cases – such as lawsuits – must be filed in the state. In relation to criminal charges, it also prevents prosecutors from charging an individual with a crime after a specified period of time has passed. The statutes of limitations … Read more
