Florida legal term

Intellectual property in Florida Criminal Law

Current through 2026 Florida legislative session

In Florida criminal law, “Intellectual property” 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 “Intellectual property” mean in Florida criminal law?

“Intellectual property” means data, including programs. (Fla. Stat. § 815.03)

Statutes defining or using this term

Fla. Stat. § 815.03

Charges using this term

Criminal Punishment Code; offense severity ranking chart
Exploitation of a person 65 years of age or older
Offenses against intellectual property

Related terms in the same statutes

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This reference is informational and is not legal advice.