Florida § 941.16 - Bail; in what cases; conditions of bond.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 941.16 — Bail; in what cases; conditions of bond., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 941.16. Bail; in what cases; conditions of bond.
Unless the offense with which the prisoner is charged is shown to be an offense punishable by death or life imprisonment under the laws of the state in which it was committed, a judge or other judicial officer having power of commitment in this state may admit the person arrested to bail by bond, with sufficient sureties, and in such sum as he or she deems proper, conditioned for the prisoner’s appearance before him or her at a time specified in such bond, and for the prisoner’s surrender, to be arrested upon the warrant of the Governor of this state.
Source: official Florida text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 941.16
What does Florida Statutes § 941.16 cover?
Section 941.16 ("Bail; in what cases; conditions of bond.") 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 § 941.16?
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Is this the official text of Florida law?
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