Florida legal term
Weapon of mass destruction in Florida Criminal Law
Current through 2026 Florida legislative session
In Florida criminal law, “Weapon of mass destruction” 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 “Weapon of mass destruction” mean in Florida criminal law?
“Weapon of mass destruction” has the same meaning as provided in s. 790.166. (Fla. Stat. § 775.32)
Statutes defining or using this term
Charges using this term
- False report concerning planting a bomb, an explosive, or a weapon of mass destruction, or concerning the use of firearms in a violent manner; penalty
- False reports concerning planting a bomb, explosive, or weapon of mass destruction in, or committing arson against, state-owned property, or concerning the use of firearms in a violent manner; penalty; reward
Related terms in the same statutes
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