Florida § 78.21 - Judgment for defendant when goods not retained by, or redelivered to, defendant.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 78.21 — Judgment for defendant when goods not retained by, or redelivered to, defendant., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 78.21. Judgment for defendant when goods not retained by, or redelivered to, defendant.
When the property has not been retained by, or redelivered to, defendant and he or she prevails, judgment shall be entered against plaintiff for possession of the property and costs and against plaintiff for the value of the property and costs in the same manner as provided in s. 78.19 for judgment in favor of plaintiff. The value of each article of the goods replevied shall be found as directed in s. 78.19 with the same exception. The remedies provided in s. 78.20 and this section shall not preclude any other remedies available under the laws of this state.
Source: official Florida text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 78.21
What does Florida Statutes § 78.21 cover?
Section 78.21 ("Judgment for defendant when goods not retained by, or redelivered to, defendant.") 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 § 78.21?
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