Florida § 648.525 - Civil assessment.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 648.525 — Civil assessment., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 648.525. Civil assessment.
(1) The department may initiate a civil administrative proceeding against a licensee who fails to comply with the solicitation requirements of this chapter. (2) The burden of proof in such proceedings is by a preponderance of the evidence. Upon a finding that a licensee has failed to properly comply, an assessment of $5,000 shall be ordered for each act of improper solicitation which assessment shall be payable within 30 days after the date of the final order. (3) The civil assessment is a civil remedy for conduct that harms the consuming public and that is considered an unfair method of competition, and is not a penalty or administrative fine. Remedies under this section are in addition to any other remedies available at law.
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 648.525
What does Florida Statutes § 648.525 cover?
Section 648.525 ("Civil assessment.") 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 § 648.525?
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