Florida § 509.403 - Operator’s writ of distress.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 509.403 — Operator’s writ of distress., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 509.403. Operator’s writ of distress.
If, after a lockout has been imposed pursuant to s. 509.401, a guest fails to make agreed-upon payments on an outstanding account, or, notwithstanding s. 509.401, if a guest vacates the premises without making payment on an outstanding account, an operator may proceed to prosecute a writ of distress against the guest and the guest’s property. The writ of distress shall be predicated on the lien created by s. 713.67 or s. 713.68.
Source: official Florida text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 509.403
What does Florida Statutes § 509.403 cover?
Section 509.403 ("Operator’s writ of distress.") 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 § 509.403?
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Is this the official text of Florida law?
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