Florida § 945.31 - Restitution and other payments.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 945.31 — Restitution and other payments., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 945.31. Restitution and other payments.
The department may establish bank accounts outside the State Treasury for the purpose of collecting and disbursing restitution and other court-ordered payments from persons in its custody or under its supervision, and may collect an administrative processing fee in an amount equal to 4 percent of the gross amounts of such payments. Such administrative processing fee shall be deposited in the department’s Operating Trust Fund and shall be used to offset the cost of the department’s services. The department is authorized to deposit or transfer into the General Revenue Fund: (1) Offender overpayments that are less than $10 at the end of the offender’s supervision. (2) Offender funds that are not claimed within 1 year after supervision is terminated. (3) Victim restitution payments that are not claimed within 1 year after the offender’s supervision is terminated. (4) Interest earned on balances in the COPS bank accounts. (5) Payments that cannot be identified and are not claimed within 1 year after they are received.
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 945.31
What does Florida Statutes § 945.31 cover?
Section 945.31 ("Restitution and other payments.") 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 § 945.31?
A common citation format is "Florida Statutes § 945.31" (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?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Florida official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Florida attorney.
How does Florida § 945.31 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Florida can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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