Florida § 68.097 - Authority and duties of the department.
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§ 68.097. Authority and duties of the department.
The department shall have the powers necessary or appropriate to carry out the purposes and provisions of this act, including, but not limited to, the power to contract with a statewide not-for-profit organization that provides funding for civil legal assistance to the poor in this state to allocate funds to not-for-profit legal aid organizations consistent with the provisions of this act.
Source: official Florida text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 68.097
What does Florida Statutes § 68.097 cover?
Section 68.097 ("Authority and duties of the department.") 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 § 68.097?
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Is this the official text of Florida law?
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