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Community college degree or equivalent in Florida Criminal Law

Current through 2026 Florida legislative session

In Florida criminal law, “Community college degree or equivalent” 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 “Community college degree or equivalent” mean in Florida criminal law?

“Community college degree or equivalent” means graduation from an accredited community college or having been granted a degree pursuant to s. 1007.25(13) or successful completion of 60 semester hours or 90 quarter hours and eligibility to receive an associate degree from an accredited college, university, or community college. (Fla. Stat. § 943.22)

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