Florida legal term
Student in Florida Criminal Law
Current through 2026 Florida legislative session
In Florida criminal law, “Student” 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 “Student” mean in Florida criminal law?
“Student” means a person younger than 18 years of age who is enrolled at a school. (Fla. Stat. § 775.0862)
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