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Fla. Stat. § 874.11 — Electronic communication

Current through 2025 Florida Statutes

Part of Chapter 874: Criminal Gang Enforcement and Prevention, Florida Statutes.

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Full text of Fla. Stat. § 874.11

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. § 874.11Primary source, current through the 2025 Florida Statutes
Any person who, for the purpose of benefiting, promoting, or furthering the interests of a criminal gang, uses electronic communication to intimidate or harass other persons, or to advertise his or her presence in the community, including, but not limited to, such activities as distributing, selling, transmitting, or posting on the Internet any audio, video, or still image of criminal activity, commits a felony of the third degree, punishable as provided in s. 775.082, s. 775.083, or s. 775.084.

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Questions this section answers

Is electronic communication a felony or a misdemeanor in Florida?

Electronic communication is a Felony of the Third Degree in Florida under Fla. Stat. § 874.11.

Which Florida statute covers electronic communication?

Electronic communication is governed by Fla. Stat. § 874.11 (Electronic communication).

This reference is informational and is not legal advice.