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Change in status at an institution of higher education in Florida Criminal Law

Current through 2026 Florida legislative session

In Florida criminal law, “Change in status at an institution of higher education” is a term defined by statute rather than by its everyday meaning. Its statutory definition — quoted verbatim below — controls how the term is applied throughout the Florida criminal code.

What does “Change in status at an institution of higher education” mean in Florida criminal law?

“Change in status at an institution of higher education” means the commencement or termination of enrollment, including, but not limited to, traditional classroom setting or online courses, or employment, whether for compensation or as a volunteer, at an institution of higher education or a change in location of enrollment or employment, whether for compensation or as a volunteer, at an institution of higher education.(b) “Chief of police” means the chief law enforcement officer of a municipality.(c) “Child care facility” has the same meaning as provided in s. 402.302.(d) “Community” means any (Fla. Stat. § 775.21)

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