Florida legal term
Waiver hearing in Florida Criminal Law
Current through 2026 Florida legislative session
In Florida criminal law, “Waiver hearing” 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 “Waiver hearing” mean in Florida criminal law?
“Waiver hearing” means a hearing provided for under s. 985.556(4). (Fla. Stat. § 985.03)
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