Florida § 716.03 - Department to institute proceedings to recover escheated property.
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§ 716.03. Department to institute proceedings to recover escheated property.
When there exists, or may exist, escheated funds or property under this chapter, the Department of Financial Services shall demand or institute proceedings in the name of the state for an adjudication that an escheat to the state of such funds or property has occurred; and shall take appropriate action to recover such funds or property.
Source: official Florida text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 716.03
What does Florida Statutes § 716.03 cover?
Section 716.03 ("Department to institute proceedings to recover escheated property.") 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.
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Is this the official text of Florida law?
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