Florida legal term
Diverse population in Florida Criminal Law
Current through 2026 Florida legislative session
In Florida criminal law, “Diverse population” 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 “Diverse population” mean in Florida criminal law?
“Diverse population” means members of a cultural group with common origins, customs, and styles of living. (Fla. Stat. § 943.10)
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