Florida § 924.055 - Postconviction review in capital cases; legislative findings and intent.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 924.055 — Postconviction review in capital cases; legislative findings and intent., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 924.055. Postconviction review in capital cases; legislative findings and intent.
It is the intent of the Legislature to reduce delays in capital cases and to ensure that all appeals and postconviction actions in capital cases are resolved as soon as possible after the date a sentence of death is imposed in the circuit court. A person sentenced to death or that person’s capital postconviction counsel must file any postconviction legal action in compliance with the Florida Rules of Criminal Procedure.
Source: official Florida text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 924.055
What does Florida Statutes § 924.055 cover?
Section 924.055 ("Postconviction review in capital cases; legislative findings and intent.") 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 § 924.055?
A common citation format is "Florida Statutes § 924.055" (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 § 924.055 apply to my situation?
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