Florida § 83.58 - Remedies; tenant holding over.

Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 83.58 — Remedies; tenant holding over., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 83.58. Remedies; tenant holding over.

If the tenant holds over and continues in possession of the dwelling unit or any part thereof after the expiration of the rental agreement without the permission of the landlord, the landlord may recover possession of the dwelling unit in the manner provided for in s. 83.59. The landlord may also recover double the amount of rent due on the dwelling unit, or any part thereof, for the period during which the tenant refuses to surrender possession.

Source: official Florida text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 83.58

What does Florida Statutes § 83.58 cover?

Section 83.58 ("Remedies; tenant holding over.") 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 § 83.58?

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Is this the official text of Florida law?

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