Florida legal term
Material matter in Florida Criminal Law
Current through 2026 Florida legislative session
In Florida criminal law, “Material matter” 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 “Material matter” mean in Florida criminal law?
“Material matter” means any subject, regardless of its admissibility under the rules of evidence, which could affect the course or outcome of the proceeding. (Fla. Stat. § 837.011)
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