Florida legal term
Value of merchandise in Florida Criminal Law
Current through 2026 Florida legislative session
In Florida criminal law, “Value of merchandise” 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 “Value of merchandise” mean in Florida criminal law?
“Value of merchandise” means the sale price of the merchandise at the time it was stolen or otherwise removed, depriving the owner of her or his lawful right to ownership and sale of said item. (Fla. Stat. § 812.015)
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