Florida § 570.10 - Counsel.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 570.10 — Counsel., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 570.10. Counsel.
(1) The department may have a legal staff of full-time attorneys, one of whom shall be general counsel. (2) The attorneys of the department shall represent and appear for the department at all actions and proceedings involving any question under this chapter or within the jurisdiction of the department under any general or special law or under or in reference to any act, order, or proceedings of or before the department, and shall, when directed, intervene, if possible, in behalf of the department in any action or proceeding involving or relating to any matter within the jurisdiction or powers of the department. (3) The several prosecuting attorneys of the state shall prosecute all criminal violations of the agricultural laws of this state upon the request of the department. (4) Counsel shall act as counsel for any officer of the department in the conduct of a hearing, investigation, or inquiry executed under authority of the department or as provided in this chapter; advise any officer of the department, when so requested, in regard to all matters in connection with his or her powers and duties; and perform generally all duties and services as counsel of the department which may be reasonably required of them.
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 570.10
What does Florida Statutes § 570.10 cover?
Section 570.10 ("Counsel.") 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 § 570.10?
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Is this the official text of Florida law?
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How does Florida § 570.10 apply to my situation?
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