Florida § 520.156 - Penalties.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 520.156 — Penalties., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 520.156. Penalties.
A provider, an administrator, or any other person who willfully and intentionally violates ss. 520.151-520.155 commits a noncriminal violation as defined in s. 775.08(3), punishable by a fine not to exceed $500 per violation and not more than $10,000 in the aggregate for all violations of a similar nature. For purposes of this section, the term “violations of a similar nature” means violations that consist of the same or similar course of conduct, action, or practice, irrespective of the number of times the action, conduct, or practice determined to be a violation of ss. 520.151-520.155 occurred.
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 520.156
What does Florida Statutes § 520.156 cover?
Section 520.156 ("Penalties.") 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 § 520.156?
A common citation format is "Florida Statutes § 520.156" (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 § 520.156 apply to my situation?
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