Florida § 768.0701 - Premises liability for criminal acts of third parties.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 768.0701 — Premises liability for criminal acts of third parties., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 768.0701. Premises liability for criminal acts of third parties.
Notwithstanding s. 768.81(4), in an action for damages against the owner, lessor, operator, or manager of commercial or real property brought by a person lawfully on the property who was injured by the criminal act of a third party, the trier of fact must consider the fault of all persons who contributed to the injury.
Source: official Florida text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 768.0701
What does Florida Statutes § 768.0701 cover?
Section 768.0701 ("Premises liability for criminal acts of third parties.") 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 § 768.0701?
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Is this the official text of Florida law?
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How does Florida § 768.0701 apply to my situation?
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