Florida criminal charge
Dangerous fentanyl exposure of first responder resulting in overdose or serious bodily injury in Florida
Dangerous fentanyl exposure of first responder resulting in overdose or serious bodily injury is a Felony of the Second Degree under Florida criminal law, defined by Fla. Stat. § 893.132. As a Felony of the Second 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. § 893.132.
What is the penalty for dangerous fentanyl exposure of first responder resulting in overdose or serious bodily injury in Florida?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | up to 15 years (no statutory minimum) | discretionary | Fla. Stat. § 775.082 |
| Fine | up to $10,000 (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 dangerous fentanyl exposure of first responder resulting in overdose or serious bodily injury in Florida
Is dangerous fentanyl exposure of first responder resulting in overdose or serious bodily injury a felony or a misdemeanor in Florida?
Dangerous fentanyl exposure of first responder resulting in overdose or serious bodily injury is a Felony of the Second Degree in Florida under Fla. Stat. § 893.132.
What are the penalties for dangerous fentanyl exposure of first responder resulting in overdose or serious bodily injury in Florida?
As a Felony of the Second Degree, dangerous fentanyl exposure of first responder resulting in overdose or serious bodily injury carries up to 15 years (statutory maximum; the Criminal Punishment Code scoresheet (s. 921.0024) sets the lowest permissible sentence) of incarceration and a fine of up to $10,000 (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 dangerous fentanyl exposure of first responder resulting in overdose or serious bodily injury?
Dangerous fentanyl exposure of first responder resulting in overdose or serious bodily injury is governed by Fla. Stat. § 893.132 (Dangerous fentanyl exposure of first responder resulting in overdose or serious bodily injury).
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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.