Florida legal term
Institutional security personnel in Florida Criminal Law
Current through 2026 Florida legislative session
In Florida criminal law, “Institutional security personnel” 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 “Institutional security personnel” mean in Florida criminal law?
“Institutional security personnel” means the staff of forensic facilities who meet or exceed the requirements of s. 943.13 and who are responsible for providing security, protecting clients and personnel, enforcing rules, preventing and investigating unauthorized activities, and safeguarding the interests of residents in the surrounding communities. (Fla. Stat. § 916.106)
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