Florida § 284.38 - Waiver of sovereign immunity; effect.
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§ 284.38. Waiver of sovereign immunity; effect.
The insurance programs developed herein shall provide limits as established by the provisions of s. 768.28 if a tort claim. The limits provided in s. 768.28 shall not apply to a civil rights action arising under 42 U.S.C. s. 1983 or similar federal statute. Payment of a pending or future claim or judgment arising under any of said statutes may be made upon this act becoming a law, unless the officer, employee, or agent has been determined in the final judgment to have caused the harm intentionally; however, the fund is authorized to pay all other court-ordered attorney’s fees as provided under s. 284.31.
Source: official Florida text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 284.38
What does Florida Statutes § 284.38 cover?
Section 284.38 ("Waiver of sovereign immunity; effect.") 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 § 284.38?
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