Florida legal term
Transient residence in Florida Criminal Law
Current through 2026 Florida legislative session
In Florida criminal law, “Transient residence” 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 “Transient residence” mean in Florida criminal law?
“Transient residence” means a county where the person lives, remains, or is located for the purpose of abiding, lodging, or residing for 3 or more days in the aggregate during a calendar year that is not the person’s permanent or temporary residence. (Fla. Stat. § 775.21)
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