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Fla. Stat. § 861.06 — Obstructing harbors

Current through 2025 Florida Statutes

Part of Chapter 861: Offenses Related to Public Roads, Transport, and Waters, Florida Statutes.

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Full text of Fla. Stat. § 861.06

Statutory text current through the 2025 Florida Statutes. This publication reproduces the official statutory text; it is not the official statutes of the State of Florida.

Fla. Stat. § 861.06Primary source, current through the 2025 Florida Statutes
The master or other person in charge of any steamer, vessel, barge, or lighter, or any other person who violates the provisions of law relative to the protection of harbors, shall be guilty of a felony of the third degree, punishable as provided in s. 775.082, s. 775.083, or s. 775.084.

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Is obstructing harbors a felony or a misdemeanor in Florida?

Obstructing harbors is a Felony of the Third Degree in Florida under Fla. Stat. § 861.06.

Which Florida statute covers obstructing harbors?

Obstructing harbors is governed by Fla. Stat. § 861.06 (Obstructing harbors).

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