Florida § 497.156 - Emergency action against licensees.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 497.156 — Emergency action against licensees., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 497.156. Emergency action against licensees.
In addition to or in lieu of other actions authorized under this chapter for the enforcement of this chapter, the department may issue emergency orders under s. 120.60(6) suspending or restricting a license or ordering a licensee to cease or desist from specified conduct, or taking other action deemed necessary in the circumstances, but shall thereafter promptly present the matter to a probable cause panel of the board. Emergency orders shall be effective when issued, shall be appealable as provided by law, and shall be enforceable in the courts of this state.
Source: official Florida text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 497.156
What does Florida Statutes § 497.156 cover?
Section 497.156 ("Emergency action against licensees.") 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 § 497.156?
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