Florida § 318.17 - Offenses excepted.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 318.17 — Offenses excepted., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 318.17. Offenses excepted.
No provision of this chapter is available to a person who is charged with any of the following offenses: (1) Fleeing or attempting to elude a police officer, in violation of s. 316.1935; (2) Leaving the scene of a crash, in violation of ss. 316.027 and 316.061; (3) Driving, or being in actual physical control of, any vehicle while under the influence of alcoholic beverages, any chemical substance set forth in s. 877.111, or any substance controlled under chapter 893, in violation of s. 316.193, or driving with an unlawful blood-alcohol level; (4) Reckless driving, in violation of s. 316.192; (5) Making false crash reports, in violation of s. 316.067; (6) Willfully failing or refusing to comply with any lawful order or direction of any police officer or member of the fire department, in violation of s. 316.072(3); (7) Obstructing an officer, in violation of s. 316.545(1); or (8) Any other offense in chapter 316 which is classified as a criminal violation.
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 318.17
What does Florida Statutes § 318.17 cover?
Section 318.17 ("Offenses excepted.") 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 § 318.17?
A common citation format is "Florida Statutes § 318.17" (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?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Florida official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Florida attorney.
How does Florida § 318.17 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Florida can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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