Florida criminal charge
False, deceptive, or misleading advertisement of live musical performances in Florida
False, deceptive, or misleading advertisement of live musical performances is a criminal offense under Florida law, defined by Fla. Stat. § 817.4115. Its classification is not fixed: Florida assigns a different penalty class depending on the circumstances of the offense. The class that applies — and the sentencing range that follows from it — depends on which statutory variant fits the facts.
Defined by Fla. Stat. § 817.4115.
What is the penalty for false, deceptive, or misleading advertisement of live musical performances in Florida?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | up to 60 days (False advertisement or performance of live musical performance — first violation — A person who violates subsection (2) by advertising or conducting a live musical performance using a false, deceptive, or misleading statement of affiliation commits this offense for a first violation.; county jail, not state prison (s. 775.08(2))) | discretionary | Fla. Stat. § 775.082 |
| Fine | up to $500 (False advertisement or performance of live musical performance — first violation — A person who violates subsection (2) by advertising or conducting a live musical performance using a false, deceptive, or misleading statement of affiliation commits this offense for a first violation.; 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 |
| Jail / prison | up to 1 year (False advertisement or performance of live musical performance — subsequent violation — A person commits this higher-level offense upon a second or subsequent violation of subsection (2).; county jail, not state prison (s. 775.08(2))) | discretionary | Fla. Stat. § 775.082 |
| Fine | up to $1,000 (False advertisement or performance of live musical performance — subsequent violation — A person commits this higher-level offense upon a second or subsequent violation of subsection (2).; 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).
How is false, deceptive, or misleading advertisement of live musical performances classified in Florida?
The classification depends on the circumstances:
| Variant | Classification | When it applies | Statute |
|---|---|---|---|
| False advertisement or performance of live musical performance — first violation | Misdemeanor of the Second Degree | A person who violates subsection (2) by advertising or conducting a live musical performance using a false, deceptive, or misleading statement of affiliation commits this offense for a first violation. | Fla. Stat. § 817.4115(4) |
| False advertisement or performance of live musical performance — subsequent violation | Misdemeanor of the First Degree | A person commits this higher-level offense upon a second or subsequent violation of subsection (2). | Fla. Stat. § 817.4115(4) |
Common questions about false, deceptive, or misleading advertisement of live musical performances in Florida
Is false, deceptive, or misleading advertisement of live musical performances a felony or a misdemeanor in Florida?
It depends on the circumstances: false, deceptive, or misleading advertisement of live musical performances ranges from a Misdemeanor of the Second Degree to a Misdemeanor of the First Degree in Florida under Fla. Stat. § 817.4115.
False advertisement or performance of live musical performance — first violation: Misdemeanor of the Second Degree (Fla. Stat. § 817.4115(4)) · False advertisement or performance of live musical performance — subsequent violation: Misdemeanor of the First Degree (Fla. Stat. § 817.4115(4))
What are the penalties for false, deceptive, or misleading advertisement of live musical performances in Florida?
Penalties for false, deceptive, or misleading advertisement of live musical performances in Florida depend on how it is classified — from a Misdemeanor of the Second Degree up to a Misdemeanor of the First Degree — with the ranges set by Fla. Stat. § 775.082; the full table of ranges by variant is published on this page.
Which Florida statute covers false, deceptive, or misleading advertisement of live musical performances?
False, deceptive, or misleading advertisement of live musical performances is governed by Fla. Stat. § 817.4115 (False, deceptive, or misleading advertisement of live musical performances).
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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.