Florida § 16.08 - Superintendence and direction of state attorneys.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 16.08 — Superintendence and direction of state attorneys., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 16.08. Superintendence and direction of state attorneys.
The Attorney General shall exercise a general superintendence and direction over the several state attorneys of the several circuits as to the manner of discharging their respective duties, and whenever requested by the state attorneys, shall give them her or his opinion upon any question of law.
Source: official Florida text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 16.08
What does Florida Statutes § 16.08 cover?
Section 16.08 ("Superintendence and direction of state attorneys.") 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 § 16.08?
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Is this the official text of Florida law?
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How does Florida § 16.08 apply to my situation?
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