Florida legal term
County of residence in Florida Criminal Law
Current through 2026 Florida legislative session
In Florida criminal law, “County of residence” 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 “County of residence” mean in Florida criminal law?
“County of residence” means the county within this state in which a person resides. (Fla. Stat. § 843.22)
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