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Fla. Stat. § 960.18 — Penalty for fraud

Current through 2025 Florida Statutes

Part of Chapter 960: Victim Assistance, Florida Statutes.

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Penalty for fraud

Full text of Fla. Stat. § 960.18

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. § 960.18Primary source, current through the 2025 Florida Statutes

Any person who procures compensation under this chapter by any fraud, or any person who counsels another person to procure compensation under this chapter by any fraud, is guilty of a felony of the third degree, punishable as provided in s. 775.082, s. 775.083, or s. 775.084. Any moneys so procured shall be recoverable by the division, including punitive damages and costs of such action plus interest.

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Questions this section answers

Is penalty for fraud a felony or a misdemeanor in Florida?

Penalty for fraud is a Felony of the Third Degree in Florida under Fla. Stat. § 960.18.

Which Florida statute covers penalty for fraud?

Penalty for fraud is governed by Fla. Stat. § 960.18 (Penalty for fraud).

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