Florida § 210.65 - Penalties for tax evasion.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 210.65 — Penalties for tax evasion., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 210.65. Penalties for tax evasion.
(1) Any distributor or any other person who fails, neglects, or refuses to comply with, or violates the provisions of, this part or the rules promulgated by the division under this part, is guilty of a misdemeanor of the first degree, punishable as provided in s. 775.082 or s. 775.083. (2) Any retailer who purchases tobacco products from a distributor not licensed under the provisions of this part is guilty of a misdemeanor of the first degree, punishable as provided in s. 775.082 or s. 775.083. (3) Any distributor or any other person who has been convicted of a violation of this part and is thereafter convicted of a further violation of this part shall, upon conviction of said further offense, be guilty of a felony of the third degree, punishable as provided in s. 775.082, s. 775.083, or s. 775.084.
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 210.65
What does Florida Statutes § 210.65 cover?
Section 210.65 ("Penalties for tax evasion.") 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 § 210.65?
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How does Florida § 210.65 apply to my situation?
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