Florida legal term
Controlled substance in Florida Criminal Law
Current through 2026 Florida legislative session
In Florida criminal law, “Controlled substance” 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 “Controlled substance” mean in Florida criminal law?
“Controlled substance” means any substance named or described in Schedules I-V of s. 893.03. (Fla. Stat. § 893.02)
Statutes defining or using this term
Charges using this term
- Controlled substance named or described in s. 893.03; sale of substance in lieu thereof
- Dangerous fentanyl exposure of first responder resulting in overdose or serious bodily injury
- Distribution of controlled substances resulting in overdose or serious bodily injury
- Imitation controlled substances defined; possession and distribution prohibited
- Introduction or removal of certain articles unlawful; penalty
- Introduction, removal, or possession of certain articles unlawful; penalty
- Introduction, removal, or possession of contraband; penalty
- Open house parties
- Ownership, lease, rental, or possession for trafficking in or manufacturing a controlled substance
- Possession of bulletproof vest while committing certain offenses
- Searches and seizure using a drone
- Unlawful possession of listed chemical
Related terms in the same statutes
This reference is informational and is not legal advice.