Florida criminal charge
Introduction, removal, or possession of certain articles unlawful; penalty in Florida
Introduction, removal, or possession of certain articles unlawful; penalty is a Felony of the Second Degree under Florida criminal law, defined by Fla. Stat. § 985.711. 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. § 985.711.
What is the penalty for introduction, removal, or possession of certain articles unlawful; penalty 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 introduction, removal, or possession of certain articles unlawful; penalty in Florida
Is introduction, removal, or possession of certain articles unlawful; penalty a felony or a misdemeanor in Florida?
Introduction, removal, or possession of certain articles unlawful; penalty is a Felony of the Second Degree in Florida under Fla. Stat. § 985.711.
What are the penalties for introduction, removal, or possession of certain articles unlawful; penalty in Florida?
As a Felony of the Second Degree, introduction, removal, or possession of certain articles unlawful; penalty 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 introduction, removal, or possession of certain articles unlawful; penalty?
Introduction, removal, or possession of certain articles unlawful; penalty is governed by Fla. Stat. § 985.711 (Introduction, removal, or possession of certain articles unlawful; penalty).
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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.