Florida criminal charge
Use of military-type training provided by a designated foreign terrorist organization in Florida
Use of military-type training provided by a designated foreign terrorist organization is a criminal offense under Florida law, defined by Fla. Stat. § 775.32. 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. § 775.32.
What is the penalty for use of military-type training provided by a designated foreign terrorist organization in Florida?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | up to 15 years (Use of military-type training with intent to harm (no injury/death) — A person violates subsection (2) by using, attempting, or conspiring to use military-type training from a designated foreign terrorist organization with intent to unlawfully harm another person or damage a critical infrastructure facility.) | discretionary | Fla. Stat. § 775.082 |
| Fine | up to $10,000 (Use of military-type training with intent to harm (no injury/death) — A person violates subsection (2) by using, attempting, or conspiring to use military-type training from a designated foreign terrorist organization with intent to unlawfully harm another person or damage a critical infrastructure facility.; 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 30 years (Use of military-type training resulting in death or serious bodily injury — A violation of subsection (2) results in the death of, or serious bodily injury to, a person.; when specifically provided by statute, a term of years not exceeding life imprisonment (s. 775.082(3)(b)1.)) | discretionary | Fla. Stat. § 775.082 |
| Fine | up to $10,000 (Use of military-type training resulting in death or serious bodily injury — A violation of subsection (2) results in the death of, or serious bodily injury to, a person.; 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 use of military-type training provided by a designated foreign terrorist organization classified in Florida?
The classification depends on the circumstances:
| Variant | Classification | When it applies | Statute |
|---|---|---|---|
| Use of military-type training with intent to harm (no injury/death) | Felony of the Second Degree | A person violates subsection (2) by using, attempting, or conspiring to use military-type training from a designated foreign terrorist organization with intent to unlawfully harm another person or damage a critical infrastructure facility. | Fla. Stat. § 775.32(3) |
| Use of military-type training resulting in death or serious bodily injury | Felony of the First Degree | A violation of subsection (2) results in the death of, or serious bodily injury to, a person. | Fla. Stat. § 775.32(4) |
Common questions about use of military-type training provided by a designated foreign terrorist organization in Florida
Is use of military-type training provided by a designated foreign terrorist organization a felony or a misdemeanor in Florida?
It depends on the circumstances: use of military-type training provided by a designated foreign terrorist organization ranges from a Felony of the Second Degree to a Felony of the First Degree in Florida under Fla. Stat. § 775.32.
Use of military-type training with intent to harm (no injury/death): Felony of the Second Degree (Fla. Stat. § 775.32(3)) · Use of military-type training resulting in death or serious bodily injury: Felony of the First Degree (Fla. Stat. § 775.32(4))
What are the penalties for use of military-type training provided by a designated foreign terrorist organization in Florida?
Penalties for use of military-type training provided by a designated foreign terrorist organization in Florida depend on how it is classified — from a Felony of the Second Degree up to a Felony 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 use of military-type training provided by a designated foreign terrorist organization?
Use of military-type training provided by a designated foreign terrorist organization is governed by Fla. Stat. § 775.32 (Use of military-type training provided by a designated foreign terrorist organization).
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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.