Florida § 817.037 - Fraudulent refunds.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 817.037 — Fraudulent refunds., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 817.037. Fraudulent refunds.
(1) Any person who engages in a systematic, ongoing course of conduct to obtain a refund for merchandise from a business establishment by knowingly giving a false or fictitious name or address as his or her own or the name or address of any other person without that person’s knowledge and approval is guilty of a misdemeanor of the second degree, punishable as provided in s. 775.082 or s. 775.083. (2) In order for a person to be convicted under this section, a conspicuous notice must have been posted in the business establishment in the area where refunds are made, advising patrons of the provisions of this section and the penalties provided.
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 817.037
What does Florida Statutes § 817.037 cover?
Section 817.037 ("Fraudulent refunds.") 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 § 817.037?
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Is this the official text of Florida law?
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How does Florida § 817.037 apply to my situation?
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