Florida § 559.552 - Relationship of state and federal law.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 559.552 — Relationship of state and federal law., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 559.552. Relationship of state and federal law.
Nothing in this part shall be construed to limit or restrict the continued applicability of the federal Fair Debt Collection Practices Act to consumer collection practices in this state. This part is in addition to the requirements and regulations of the federal act. In the event of any inconsistency between any provision of this part and any provision of the federal act, the provision which is more protective of the consumer or debtor shall prevail.
Source: official Florida text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 559.552
What does Florida Statutes § 559.552 cover?
Section 559.552 ("Relationship of state and federal law.") 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 § 559.552?
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Is this the official text of Florida law?
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