Florida § 951.16 - Prisoners entitled to receive credit on fine based on imprisonment.
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§ 951.16. Prisoners entitled to receive credit on fine based on imprisonment.
Every person who may be imprisoned in the county jail for failure to pay a fine and costs, or either, under sentence imposed upon conviction for crime shall be entitled to receive, together with subsistence, a credit on such fine and costs, or either, as the case may be, in proportion to the time such person may be imprisoned.
Source: official Florida text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 951.16
What does Florida Statutes § 951.16 cover?
Section 951.16 ("Prisoners entitled to receive credit on fine based on imprisonment.") 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 § 951.16?
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Is this the official text of Florida law?
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