Florida criminal charge
Unlawful subleasing of a motor vehicle in Florida
Unlawful subleasing of a motor vehicle is a Felony of the Third Degree under Florida criminal law, defined by Fla. Stat. § 817.5621. As a Felony of the Third 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. § 817.5621.
What is the penalty for unlawful subleasing of a motor vehicle in Florida?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | up to 5 years (no statutory minimum) | discretionary | Fla. Stat. § 775.082 |
| Fine | up to $5,000 (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 subleasing of a motor vehicle in Florida
Is unlawful subleasing of a motor vehicle a felony or a misdemeanor in Florida?
Unlawful subleasing of a motor vehicle is a Felony of the Third Degree in Florida under Fla. Stat. § 817.5621.
What are the penalties for unlawful subleasing of a motor vehicle in Florida?
As a Felony of the Third Degree, unlawful subleasing of a motor vehicle carries up to 5 years (statutory maximum; the Criminal Punishment Code scoresheet (s. 921.0024) sets the lowest permissible sentence) of incarceration and a fine of up to $5,000 (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 subleasing of a motor vehicle?
Unlawful subleasing of a motor vehicle is governed by Fla. Stat. § 817.5621 (Unlawful subleasing of a motor vehicle).
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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.