Florida criminal charge
Unlawful compensation or reward for official behavior in Florida
Unlawful compensation or reward for official behavior is a Felony of the Second Degree under Florida criminal law, defined by Fla. Stat. § 838.016. 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. § 838.016.
What is the penalty for unlawful compensation or reward for official behavior 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 unlawful compensation or reward for official behavior in Florida
Is unlawful compensation or reward for official behavior a felony or a misdemeanor in Florida?
Unlawful compensation or reward for official behavior is a Felony of the Second Degree in Florida under Fla. Stat. § 838.016.
What are the penalties for unlawful compensation or reward for official behavior in Florida?
As a Felony of the Second Degree, unlawful compensation or reward for official behavior 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 unlawful compensation or reward for official behavior?
Unlawful compensation or reward for official behavior is governed by Fla. Stat. § 838.016 (Unlawful compensation or reward for official behavior).
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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.