Florida § 559.791 - False swearing on application; penalties.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 559.791 — False swearing on application; penalties., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 559.791. False swearing on application; penalties.
Any license issued by the Department of Business and Professional Regulation which is issued or renewed in response to an application upon which the person signing under oath or affirmation has falsely sworn to a material statement, including, but not limited to, the names and addresses of the owners or managers of the licensee or applicant, shall be subject to denial of the application or suspension or revocation of the license, and the person falsely swearing shall be subject to any other penalties provided by law.
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 559.791
What does Florida Statutes § 559.791 cover?
Section 559.791 ("False swearing on application; 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 § 559.791?
A common citation format is "Florida Statutes § 559.791" (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 § 559.791 apply to my situation?
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