Florida § 717.138 - Rulemaking authority.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 717.138 — Rulemaking authority., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 717.138. Rulemaking authority.
The department shall administer and provide for the enforcement of this chapter. The department has authority to adopt rules pursuant to ss. 120.536(1) and 120.54 to implement the provisions of this chapter. The department may adopt rules to allow for electronic filing of fees, forms, and reports required by this chapter. The authority to adopt rules pursuant to this chapter applies to all abandoned property reported and remitted to the Chief Financial Officer, including, but not limited to, property reported and remitted pursuant to ss. 45.032, 732.107, 733.816, and 744.534.
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 717.138
What does Florida Statutes § 717.138 cover?
Section 717.138 ("Rulemaking authority.") 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 § 717.138?
A common citation format is "Florida Statutes § 717.138" (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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How does Florida § 717.138 apply to my situation?
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