Florida criminal charge
Overcharging for repairs and parts; penalty in Florida
Overcharging for repairs and parts; penalty is a criminal offense under Florida law, defined by Fla. Stat. § 860.15. 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. § 860.15.
What is the penalty for overcharging for repairs and parts; penalty in Florida?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | up to 60 days (Overcharging for repairs/parts - general — A person willfully violates subsection (1) by knowingly overcharging or falsely charging for motor vehicle services/parts, or fraudulently substituting parts, not involving insurance proceeds.; county jail, not state prison (s. 775.08(2))) | discretionary | Fla. Stat. § 775.082 |
| Fine | up to $500 (Overcharging for repairs/parts - general — A person willfully violates subsection (1) by knowingly overcharging or falsely charging for motor vehicle services/parts, or fraudulently substituting parts, not involving insurance proceeds.; 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 5 years (Overcharging for repairs/parts - paid by insurance proceeds — A person willfully violates subsection (1) when the charges will be paid from the proceeds of a motor vehicle insurance policy.) | discretionary | Fla. Stat. § 775.082 |
| Fine | up to $5,000 (Overcharging for repairs/parts - paid by insurance proceeds — A person willfully violates subsection (1) when the charges will be paid from the proceeds of a motor vehicle insurance policy.; 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 overcharging for repairs and parts; penalty classified in Florida?
The classification depends on the circumstances:
| Variant | Classification | When it applies | Statute |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overcharging for repairs/parts - general | Misdemeanor of the Second Degree | A person willfully violates subsection (1) by knowingly overcharging or falsely charging for motor vehicle services/parts, or fraudulently substituting parts, not involving insurance proceeds. | Fla. Stat. § 860.15(2) |
| Overcharging for repairs/parts - paid by insurance proceeds | Felony of the Third Degree | A person willfully violates subsection (1) when the charges will be paid from the proceeds of a motor vehicle insurance policy. | Fla. Stat. § 860.15(3) |
Common questions about overcharging for repairs and parts; penalty in Florida
Is overcharging for repairs and parts; penalty a felony or a misdemeanor in Florida?
It depends on the circumstances: overcharging for repairs and parts; penalty ranges from a Misdemeanor of the Second Degree to a Felony of the Third Degree in Florida under Fla. Stat. § 860.15.
Overcharging for repairs/parts - general: Misdemeanor of the Second Degree (Fla. Stat. § 860.15(2)) · Overcharging for repairs/parts - paid by insurance proceeds: Felony of the Third Degree (Fla. Stat. § 860.15(3))
What are the penalties for overcharging for repairs and parts; penalty in Florida?
Penalties for overcharging for repairs and parts; penalty in Florida depend on how it is classified — from a Misdemeanor of the Second Degree up to a Felony of the Third 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 overcharging for repairs and parts; penalty?
Overcharging for repairs and parts; penalty is governed by Fla. Stat. § 860.15 (Overcharging for repairs and parts; 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.