Florida § 901.16 - Method of arrest by officer by a warrant.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 901.16 — Method of arrest by officer by a warrant., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 901.16. Method of arrest by officer by a warrant.
A peace officer making an arrest by a warrant shall inform the person to be arrested of the cause of arrest and that a warrant has been issued, except when the person flees or forcibly resists before the officer has an opportunity to inform the person, or when giving the information will imperil the arrest. The officer need not have the warrant in his or her possession at the time of arrest but on request of the person arrested shall show it to the person as soon as practicable.
Source: official Florida text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 901.16
What does Florida Statutes § 901.16 cover?
Section 901.16 ("Method of arrest by officer by a warrant.") 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 § 901.16?
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Is this the official text of Florida law?
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