Florida § 90.958 - Functions of court and jury.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 90.958 — Functions of court and jury., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 90.958. Functions of court and jury.
(1) Except as provided in subsection (2), when the admissibility under this chapter of other evidence of the contents of writings, recordings, or photographs depends upon the existence of a preliminary fact, the question as to whether the preliminary fact exists is for the court to determine. (2) The trier of fact shall determine whether: (a) The asserted writing ever existed. (b) Another writing, recording, or photograph produced at the trial is the original. (c) Other evidence of the contents correctly reflects the contents.
Source: official Florida text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 90.958
What does Florida Statutes § 90.958 cover?
Section 90.958 ("Functions of court and jury.") 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 § 90.958?
A common citation format is "Florida Statutes § 90.958" (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 § 90.958 apply to my situation?
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