Florida § 552.151 - Procedure for cease and desist orders; administrative fine.
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§ 552.151. Procedure for cease and desist orders; administrative fine.
(1) Whenever the division shall have reason to believe that any person is or has been violating the provisions of this chapter or any rules or regulations adopted and promulgated pursuant thereto, it shall proceed to determine the matter. (2) If the division shall determine that the acts complained of are in violation of the provisions of this law, or the rules and regulations adopted and promulgated in pursuance thereto, it shall issue to the person charged with the violation an order requiring such person to cease and desist from such violation or imposing an administrative fine, or both.
Source: official Florida text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 552.151
What does Florida Statutes § 552.151 cover?
Section 552.151 ("Procedure for cease and desist orders; administrative fine.") 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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