Florida § 770.01 - Notice condition precedent to action or prosecution for libel or slander.
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§ 770.01. Notice condition precedent to action or prosecution for libel or slander.
Before any civil action is brought for publication or broadcast, in a newspaper, periodical, or other medium, of a libel or slander, the plaintiff shall, at least 5 days before instituting such action, serve notice in writing on the defendant, specifying the article or broadcast and the statements therein which he or she alleges to be false and defamatory.
Source: official Florida text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 770.01
What does Florida Statutes § 770.01 cover?
Section 770.01 ("Notice condition precedent to action or prosecution for libel or slander.") 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 § 770.01?
A common citation format is "Florida Statutes § 770.01" (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 § 770.01 apply to my situation?
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