Florida § 295.085 - Positions for which a numerically based selection process is not used.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 295.085 — Positions for which a numerically based selection process is not used., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 295.085. Positions for which a numerically based selection process is not used.
In all positions in which the appointment or employment of persons is not subject to a written examination, not including positions that are exempt under s. 295.07(5), first preference in appointment, employment, and retention must be given by the state and political subdivisions in the state to a person included under s. 295.07(1)(a) or (b), and second preference must be given to a person included under s. 295.07(1)(c), (d), (e), (f), or (g), who possess the minimum qualifications necessary to discharge the duties of the position involved.
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 295.085
What does Florida Statutes § 295.085 cover?
Section 295.085 ("Positions for which a numerically based selection process is not used.") 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 § 295.085?
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