Florida legal term
Special operations forces in Florida Criminal Law
Current through 2026 Florida legislative session
In Florida criminal law, “Special operations forces” 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 “Special operations forces” mean in Florida criminal law?
“Special operations forces” means those active and reserve component forces of the military services designated by the Secretary of Defense and specifically organized, trained, and equipped to conduct and support special operations. (Fla. Stat. § 943.10)
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