Florida § 787.001 - Victim’s age; ignorance and misrepresentation not defenses.
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§ 787.001. Victim’s age; ignorance and misrepresentation not defenses.
When, in this chapter, the criminality of conduct depends upon the victim being below a certain age, ignorance of the victim’s age is not a defense. Misrepresentation of a victim’s age by any person or a bona fide belief that a victim is over a specified age is also not a defense. This section does not apply to s. 787.30.
Source: official Florida text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 787.001
What does Florida Statutes § 787.001 cover?
Section 787.001 ("Victim’s age; ignorance and misrepresentation not defenses.") 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 § 787.001?
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Is this the official text of Florida law?
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