Florida § 30.078 - Continuation of appointment after a change in sheriff.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 30.078 — Continuation of appointment after a change in sheriff., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 30.078. Continuation of appointment after a change in sheriff.
When a newly elected or appointed sheriff assumes office, the incoming sheriff may not terminate the employment of any deputy sheriff covered by ss. 30.071-30.079 for lawful off-duty political activity or for a discriminatory reason. The incoming sheriff may replace deputy sheriffs assigned to managerial, confidential, or policymaking positions or part-time deputy sheriffs.
Source: official Florida text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 30.078
What does Florida Statutes § 30.078 cover?
Section 30.078 ("Continuation of appointment after a change in sheriff.") 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 § 30.078?
A common citation format is "Florida Statutes § 30.078" (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 § 30.078 apply to my situation?
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