Florida § 106.36 - Penalties; fines.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 106.36 — Penalties; fines., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 106.36. Penalties; fines.
In addition to any other penalties which may be applicable under the election code, any candidate who receives contributions from the 1 Election Campaign Financing Trust Fund and who exceeds the applicable expenditure limit, except as authorized in ss. 106.353 and 106.355, or falsely reports qualifying matching contributions and thereby receives contributions from the 1 Election Campaign Financing Trust Fund to which the candidate was not entitled shall be fined an amount equal to three times the amount at issue, which shall be deposited in the 1 Election Campaign Financing Trust Fund.
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 106.36
What does Florida Statutes § 106.36 cover?
Section 106.36 ("Penalties; fines.") is part of the Florida Statutes, the codified statutory law of Florida. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Florida § 106.36?
A common citation format is "Florida Statutes § 106.36" (Florida). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Florida law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Florida official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Florida attorney.
How does Florida § 106.36 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Florida can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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