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Criminal actions under color of law or through use of simulated legal process in Florida
Criminal actions under color of law or through use of simulated legal process is a Felony of the Third Degree under Florida criminal law, defined by Fla. Stat. § 843.0855. As a Felony of the Third Degree, it is punishable within the statutory sentencing range Florida sets for that offense class. Florida sorts criminal offenses into felonies, misdemeanors, and petty offenses, each carrying its own penalty range.
Defined by Fla. Stat. § 843.0855.
What is the penalty for criminal actions under color of law or through use of simulated legal process in Florida?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | up to 5 years (no statutory minimum) | discretionary | Fla. Stat. § 775.082 |
| Fine | up to $5,000 (or up to double the pecuniary gain/loss (s. 775.083(1)(f)); statutes may authorize higher (s. 775.083(1)(g))) | discretionary | Fla. Stat. § 775.082 |
Applies to current (2025 Florida Statutes).
Common questions about criminal actions under color of law or through use of simulated legal process in Florida
Is criminal actions under color of law or through use of simulated legal process a felony or a misdemeanor in Florida?
What are the penalties for criminal actions under color of law or through use of simulated legal process in Florida?
As a Felony of the Third Degree, criminal actions under color of law or through use of simulated legal process carries up to 5 years (statutory maximum; the Criminal Punishment Code scoresheet (s. 921.0024) sets the lowest permissible sentence) of incarceration and a fine of up to $5,000 (statutory ceiling under s. 775.083; the alternatives in s. 775.083(1)(f)-(g) may exceed it) under Fla. Stat. § 775.082 (current (2025 Florida Statutes)).
Which Florida statute covers criminal actions under color of law or through use of simulated legal process?
Criminal actions under color of law or through use of simulated legal process is governed by Fla. Stat. § 843.0855 (Criminal actions under color of law or through use of simulated legal process).
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This reference is informational and is not legal advice. Penalty ranges are the statutory classification ranges; sentencing in a specific case depends on its facts and history.