Florida § 921.186 - Substantial assistance.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 921.186 — Substantial assistance., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 921.186. Substantial assistance.
Notwithstanding any other law, the state attorney may move the sentencing court to reduce or suspend the sentence of any person who is convicted of violating any felony offense and who provides substantial assistance in the identification, arrest, or conviction of any of that person’s accomplices, accessories, coconspirators, or principals or of any other person engaged in criminal activity that would constitute a felony. The arresting agency shall be given an opportunity to be heard in aggravation or mitigation in reference to any such motion. Upon good cause shown, the motion may be filed and heard in camera. The judge hearing the motion may reduce or suspend the sentence if the judge finds that the defendant rendered such substantial assistance.
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 921.186
What does Florida Statutes § 921.186 cover?
Section 921.186 ("Substantial assistance.") 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 § 921.186?
A common citation format is "Florida Statutes § 921.186" (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 § 921.186 apply to my situation?
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