Florida § 905.26 - Not to disclose finding of indictment.

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§ 905.26. Not to disclose finding of indictment.

Unless ordered by the court, a grand juror, reporter, stenographer, interpreter, or officer of the court shall not disclose that an indictment for a felony has been found against a person not in custody or under recognizance, except by issuing or executing process on the indictment, until the person has been arrested.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 905.26

What does Florida Statutes § 905.26 cover?

Section 905.26 ("Not to disclose finding of indictment.") 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 § 905.26?

A common citation format is "Florida Statutes § 905.26" (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 § 905.26 apply to my situation?

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