Florida § 532.02 - Payment by other device.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 532.02 — Payment by other device., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 532.02. Payment by other device.
Any person issuing coupons, punch-outs, tickets, tokens, or other device in lieu of cash as payment for labor, whether redeemable either wholly or partially in goods or merchandise, at the person’s or any other place of business, shall, on demand of any legal holder thereof: (1) Be liable for the full face value thereof in current money of the United States, on or after the 30th day succeeding the day of issuance. (2) Be liable for payment in current money of the United States, notwithstanding any contrary stipulation or provision, which may be therein contained. (3) Be subject to suit brought thereon in any court of competent jurisdiction, upon failure to comply with either subsection (1) or subsection (2), wherein any legal holder’s recovery shall include the full face value of any such device, with legal interest from demand and, in the court’s discretion, 10 percent of said amount as attorney’s fees in the same suit.
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 532.02
What does Florida Statutes § 532.02 cover?
Section 532.02 ("Payment by other device.") 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 § 532.02?
A common citation format is "Florida Statutes § 532.02" (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 § 532.02 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Florida can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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