Florida legal term
Temporary release in Florida Criminal Law
Current through 2026 Florida legislative session
In Florida criminal law, “Temporary release” 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 “Temporary release” mean in Florida criminal law?
“Temporary release” means the terms and conditions under which a child is temporarily released from a residential commitment facility or allowed home visits. (Fla. Stat. § 985.03)
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