Florida § 501.205 - Rulemaking authority.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 501.205 — Rulemaking authority., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 501.205. Rulemaking authority.
(1) The department may adopt rules which set forth with specificity acts or practices that violate this part and which prescribe procedural rules for the administration of this part. All rules and administrative actions taken by the department shall be pursuant to chapter 120. (2) All substantive rules promulgated under this part must not be inconsistent with the rules, regulations, and decisions of the Federal Trade Commission and the federal courts in interpreting the provisions of s. 5(a)(1) of the Federal Trade Commission Act, 15 U.S.C. s. 45(a)(1).
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 501.205
What does Florida Statutes § 501.205 cover?
Section 501.205 ("Rulemaking authority.") 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 § 501.205?
A common citation format is "Florida Statutes § 501.205" (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?
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How does Florida § 501.205 apply to my situation?
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