Florida § 790.054 - Prohibited use of self-defense weapon or device against law enforcement officer; penalties.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 790.054 — Prohibited use of self-defense weapon or device against law enforcement officer; penalties., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 790.054. Prohibited use of self-defense weapon or device against law enforcement officer; penalties.
A person who knowingly and willfully uses a self-defense chemical spray, a nonlethal stun gun or other nonlethal electric weapon or device, or a dart-firing stun gun against a law enforcement officer engaged in the performance of his or her duties commits a felony of the third degree, punishable as provided in s. 775.082, s. 775.083, or s. 775.084.
Source: official Florida text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 790.054
What does Florida Statutes § 790.054 cover?
Section 790.054 ("Prohibited use of self-defense weapon or device against law enforcement officer; 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.
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