Florida § 213.071 - Certification under seal of certain records by executive director.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 213.071 — Certification under seal of certain records by executive director., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 213.071. Certification under seal of certain records by executive director.
The executive director of the Department of Revenue may certify under appropriate seal, copies of any records, papers, or documents placed in his or her custody, keeping, and care by law. Such certified copies shall have the same force and effect as evidence as would the original records, papers, or documents.
Source: official Florida text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 213.071
What does Florida Statutes § 213.071 cover?
Section 213.071 ("Certification under seal of certain records by executive director.") 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.
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