Florida § 944.402 - Reward for capture of escapee from correctional institution.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 944.402 — Reward for capture of escapee from correctional institution., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 944.402. Reward for capture of escapee from correctional institution.
The warden of a state correctional institution may pay a reward in an amount not greater than $100 from institutional funds to each person who is directly responsible for the capture of an inmate who has escaped from the institution. The warden of the institution from which the inmate escaped shall determine the amount of the reward. Employees of state, county, and municipal law enforcement or correctional agencies who are engaged in the apprehension, detection, or detention of prisoners are not eligible to receive such rewards.
Source: official Florida text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 944.402
What does Florida Statutes § 944.402 cover?
Section 944.402 ("Reward for capture of escapee from correctional institution.") 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 § 944.402?
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Is this the official text of Florida law?
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