Florida § 694.09 - Certified copies admissible in evidence.

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§ 694.09. Certified copies admissible in evidence.

A copy of any of the instruments referred to in s. 694.08 duly certified, under the hand and seal of office of the officer in whose office the same may be recorded, to be a true and correct copy of the original, on file or of record in her or his office, shall in all cases and in all courts be admitted and received in evidence with the like effect and force as the original thereof might be.

Source: official Florida text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 694.09

What does Florida Statutes § 694.09 cover?

Section 694.09 ("Certified copies admissible in evidence.") 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 § 694.09?

A common citation format is "Florida Statutes § 694.09" (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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