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Fla. Stat. § 562.25 — Florida Code / Title XXXIV / Chapter 562 / Section 562.25
562.25 State bonded warehouses.
Status: in_force

(1) No operator of any storage warehouse shall accept for storage in such warehouse any alcoholic beverage subject to tax under the Beverage Law until such operator shall have obtained from the division a permit to store such beverage and shall have filed a bond payable to the division, conditioned upon the full compliance by such operator with the provisions of this section. This section shall not apply to a federal bonded warehouse owned wholly by, and operated solely for, a manufacturer or distributor licensed under the Beverage Law. Such permit shall issue upon the payment of $1 to the division, and may be refused, suspended, or revoked in the same manner and upon the same grounds that the license of a distributor may be refused, suspended, or revoked. Such bond shall be in an amount of not more than $5,000 nor less than $1,000, in the discretion of the division, with a surety company licensed to do business in the state as surety.

(2) On or before the 10th day of each month the operator of any state bonded warehouse shall report, on forms furnished by the division, the amount of such beverages on deposit in such warehouse on the last day of the previous calendar month and the amount of such beverages deposited in and withdrawn from such warehouse during the previous calendar month, except that no report shall be required as to such beverages on which all taxes have been paid which have been deposited in storage by a vendor licensed under the Beverage Law.

History: s. 8, ch. 19301, 1939; CGL 1940 Supp. 4151(271p); s. 24, ch. 57-1; ss. 16, 35, ch. 69-106; s. 2, ch. 72-230.
Fla. Stat. § 252.359 — Florida Code / Title XVII / Chapter 252 / Part I / Section 252.359
252.359 Ensuring availability of emergency supplies.
Status: in_force

(1) In order to meet the needs of residents affected during a declared emergency and to ensure the continuing economic resilience of communities impacted by disaster, the division shall establish a statewide system to facilitate the transport and distribution of essentials in commerce.

(2) As used in this section, the term “essentials” means goods that are consumed or used as a direct result of a declared emergency, or that are consumed or used to preserve, protect, or sustain life, health, safety, or economic well-being. The term includes, but is not limited to, personal protective equipment used in the event of a public health emergency.

(3) The division shall develop a system to certify each person who facilitates the transport or distribution of essentials in commerce. The division may not certify a person other than a person who routinely transports or distributes essentials. In developing the system, the division: (a) May provide for a preemergency or postemergency declaration certification. (b) Shall allow the certification of an employer, if requested by the employer, to constitute a certification of the employer’s employees. (c) Shall create an easily recognizable indicium of certification to assist local officials’ efforts in determining which persons have been certified under this subsection. (d) Shall limit the duration of each certificate to no more than 1 year. Each certificate may be renewed so long as the criteria for certification are met.

(4) A person or employer certified under subsection (3) is not required to obtain any additional certification or fulfill any additional requirement to transport or distribute essentials.

(5) Notwithstanding any curfew, a person or employer certified under subsection (3) may enter or remain in the curfew area for the limited purpose of facilitating the transport or distribution of essentials and may provide service that exceeds otherwise applicable hours of service maximums to the extent authorized by a duly executed declaration of a state of emergency.

(6) This section does not prohibit a law enforcement officer from specifying the permissible route of ingress or egress for a person certified under subsection (3).

History: s. 2, ch. 2016-198; s. 7, ch. 2021-8.
Fla. Stat. § 403.1815 — Florida Code / Title XXIX / Chapter 403 / Part I / Section 403.1815
403.1815 Construction of water distribution mains and sewage collection and transmission systems; local regulation.
Status: in_force

Notwithstanding any other provision of this chapter to the contrary, the department may, upon request, allow any county or municipality to independently regulate the construction of water distribution mains of 12 inches or less, gravity sewage collection systems of 12 inches or less, and sewage force mains of 12 inches or less, and pump stations appurtenant to such force mains, provided the plant is owned by the county or municipality making the request for approval or, pursuant to interlocal agreement, plant capacity is provided from a plant owned by another county or municipality or by a regional water supply authority of which the county or municipality requesting approval is a member. The approval may apply to all or any part of such systems. In considering such request, the department shall determine the administrative and engineering ability of a county or municipality to administer and comply with the requirements of this section. In the event the department allows any county or municipality to independently regulate the construction of such systems, these construction projects shall be exempt from department permit requirements. However, nothing in this section shall relieve a county or a municipality from any requirement to obtain the necessary permits for construction activities in waters of the state or of the United States or from complying with all other provisions of this chapter and rules promulgated thereunder. The exemption provided by this section shall not apply to any connection to any water or sewerage system which the department has deemed to be in substantial noncompliance with applicable laws and standards if the department has so notified the respective county or municipality. Each county or municipality granted such authority shall submit monthly reports to the department of the number of connections and geographical location of such connections made pursuant to any independent regulation allowed under this section and shall, not later than July 1 of each year, submit an updated map of any water distribution system and sewage collection and transmission system independently regulated pursuant to this section, which map also shows any plant to which such system connects or interconnects. Such map shall indicate the extensions of such systems constructed for the preceding year.

History: s. 1, ch. 80-394; s. 33, ch. 91-305; s. 1, ch. 94-132.
Fla. Stat. § 800.02 — Florida Code / Title XLVI / Chapter 800 / Section 800.02
800.02 Unnatural and lascivious act.
Status: in_force

A person who commits any unnatural and lascivious act with another person commits a misdemeanor of the second degree, punishable as provided in s. 775.082 or s. 775.083. A mother’s breastfeeding of her baby does not under any circumstance violate this section.

History: s. 1, ch. 7361, 1917; RGS 5425; CGL 7568; s. 778, ch. 71-136; s. 2, ch. 93-4.
Fla. Stat. § 465.0196 — Florida Code / Title XXXII / Chapter 465 / Section 465.0196
465.0196 Special pharmacy permits.
Status: in_force

Any person desiring a permit to operate a special pharmacy shall apply to the department for a special pharmacy permit. If the board certifies that the application complies with the applicable laws and rules of the board governing the practice of the profession of pharmacy, the department shall issue the permit. A permit may not be issued unless a licensed pharmacist is designated to undertake the professional supervision of the compounding and dispensing of all drugs dispensed by the pharmacy. The licensed pharmacist shall be responsible for maintaining all drug records and for providing for the security of the area in the facility in which the compounding, storing, and dispensing of medicinal drugs occurs. The permittee shall notify the department within 10 days after any change of the licensed pharmacist responsible for such duties. Each permittee that employs or otherwise uses registered pharmacy technicians shall have a written policy and procedures manual specifying those duties, tasks, and functions that a registered pharmacy technician is allowed to perform.

History: ss. 34, 118, ch. 83-329; ss. 26, 27, ch. 86-256; s. 59, ch. 91-137; s. 6, ch. 91-156; s. 4, ch. 91-429; s. 92, ch. 97-264; s. 122, ch. 99-397; s. 80, ch. 2001-277; s. 5, ch. 2004-387; s. 7, ch. 2008-216.
Fla. Stat. § 296.12 — Florida Code / Title XX / Chapter 296 / Part I / Section 296.12
296.12 Residents’ Deposits Trust Fund.
Status: in_force

(1) There is created a Residents’ Deposits Trust Fund. All moneys received by the home under this section must be deposited into the Residents’ Deposits Trust Fund, a local fund that is administered by the home and is not a part of the State Treasury. The home’s financial manager shall account for all moneys deposited and any interest accruing on the trust fund.

(2) The residents of the home may voluntarily deposit with the home moneys that the home must receive and keep without charge in the Residents’ Deposits Trust Fund. Moneys deposited and interest earned may be withdrawn, in whole or in part, at the will of the resident. Upon the resident’s death, any balance that remains and is neither disposed of by will nor paid to his or her heirs at law must be paid to the state in accordance with the provisions of chapter 717.

(3) Upon a resident’s discharge or voluntary departure from the home, if such moneys are not demanded at the time of discharge or departure, or within a period of 3 years thereafter, or demanded by the heirs, devisees, or legatees in case of the resident’s decease after his or her discharge or voluntary departure, the moneys must be paid to the state as provided in chapter 717.

History: s. 8, ch. 89-168; s. 13, ch. 92-80; s. 257, ch. 95-148; s. 50, ch. 96-418; s. 10, ch. 98-16; s. 3, ch. 2002-298.
Fla. Stat. § 870.048 — Florida Code / Title XLVI / Chapter 870 / Section 870.048
870.048 Violations.
Status: in_force

Any violation of a provision of ss. 870.041-870.047 or of any emergency measure established pursuant thereto shall be a misdemeanor of the first degree, punishable as provided in s. 775.082 or s. 775.083.

History: s. 9, ch. 70-990; s. 1128, ch. 71-136.
Fla. Stat. § 569.39 — Florida Code / Title XXXIV / Chapter 569 / Part II / Section 569.39
569.39 Rulemaking authority.
Status: in_force

The division shall adopt rules to administer and enforce this part.

History: s. 29, ch. 2021-14.
Fla. Stat. § 154.229 — Florida Code / Title XI / Chapter 154 / Part III / Section 154.229
154.229 Remedies.
Status: in_force

Any holder of bonds issued under the provisions of this part or of any of the coupons appertaining thereto, and the trustee under any trust agreement, except to the extent the rights herein given may be restricted by such trust agreement or the resolution authorizing the issuance of such bonds, may, either at law or in equity, by suit, action, mandamus, or other proceeding, protect and enforce any and all rights under the laws of this state or granted hereunder or under such trust agreement or resolution authorizing the issuance of such bonds, or under any agreement of lease or other contract executed by the authority pursuant to this part, and may enforce and compel the performance of all duties required by this part or by such trust agreement or resolution to be performed by any lessee or the authority or by any officer thereof, including the fixing, charging, and collecting of fees, rents, and charges.

History: s. 15, ch. 74-323.
Fla. Stat. § 493.61035 — Florida Code / Title XXXII / Chapter 493 / Part I / Section 493.61035
493.61035 Credit for relevant military training and education.
Status: in_force

(1) The department shall provide a method by which honorably discharged veterans may apply for licensure. The method must include: (a) To the fullest extent possible, credit toward the requirements for licensure for military training and education received and completed during service in the United States Armed Forces if the military training or education is substantially similar to the training or education required for licensure. (b) Identification of overlaps and gaps between the requirements for licensure and the military training or education received and completed by the veteran, and subsequent notification to the veteran of the overlaps and gaps. (c) Assistance in identifying programs that offer training and education needed to meet the requirements for licensure.

(2) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, beginning October 1, 2017, and annually thereafter, the department is directed to prepare and submit a report to the Governor, the President of the Senate, and the Speaker of the House of Representatives. In addition to any other information that the Legislature may require, the report must include statistics and relevant information which detail: (a) The number of applicants who identified themselves as veterans. (b) The number of veterans whose application for a license was approved. (c) The number of veterans whose application for a license was denied, including the reasons for denial. (d) Data on the application processing times for veterans. (e) The department’s efforts to assist veterans in identifying programs that offer training and education needed to meet the requirements for licensure. (f) The department’s identification of the most common overlaps and gaps between the requirements for licensure and the military training and education received and completed by the veterans. (g) Recommendations on ways to improve the department’s ability to meet the needs of veterans which would effectively address the challenges that veterans face when separating from military service and seeking a license for a profession or occupation regulated by the department pursuant to this chapter.

History: s. 7, ch. 2016-242.
Fla. Stat. § 61.523 — Florida Code / Title VI / Chapter 61 / Part II / Section 61.523
61.523 Appearance of parties and child.
Status: in_force

(1) In a child custody proceeding in this state, the court may order a party to the proceeding who is in this state to appear before the court in person with or without the child. The court may order any person who is in this state and who has physical custody or control of the child to appear in person with the child.

(2) If a party to a child custody proceeding whose presence is desired by the court is outside this state, the court may order that a notice given pursuant to s. 61.509 include a statement directing the party to appear in person with or without the child and informing the party that failure to appear may result in a decision adverse to the party.

(3) The court may enter any orders necessary to ensure the safety of the child and of any person ordered to appear under this section.

(4) If a party to a child custody proceeding who is outside this state is directed to appear under subsection (2) or desires to appear in person before the court with or without the child, the court may require another party to pay reasonable and necessary travel and other expenses of the party so appearing and of the child.

History: s. 5, ch. 2002-65.
Fla. Stat. § 76.22 — Florida Code / Title VI / Chapter 76 / Section 76.22
76.22 Custody of attached property; sale of perishables.
Status: in_force

All personal property levied on by attachment, shall remain in custody of the officer who attached it until disposed of according to law unless it is restored to defendant or some person for him or her, or is claimed by a third person. When the property attached is perishable or liable to great deterioration in value or the costs of keeping it are greatly disproportionate to its value, the court may order the sale of the property after such notice as is expedient, and the proceeds of the sale shall be paid into court and abide the judgment.

History: s. 12, Feb. 17, 1833; RS 1655; GS 2119; RGS 3420; CGL 5273; s. 26, ch. 67-254; s. 380, ch. 95-147.
Fla. Stat. § 624.4055 — Florida Code / Title XXXVII / Chapter 624 / Part III / Section 624.4055
624.4055 Restrictions on existing private passenger automobile insurance.
Status: in_force

No insurer writing private passenger automobile insurance in this state may continue to write such insurance if the insurer writes homeowners’ insurance in another state but not in this state, unless the insurer writing private passenger automobile insurance in this state is affiliated with an insurer writing homeowners’ insurance in this state.

History: s. 42, ch. 2007-1; s. 138, ch. 2020-2.
Fla. Stat. § 468.515 — Florida Code / Title XXXII / Chapter 468 / Part X / Section 468.515
468.515 Inactive status.
Status: in_force

(1) A license under this part which has become inactive may be reactivated pursuant to this section.

(2) The department shall reactivate a license under this part upon receipt of the reactivation application, fee, and proof of the successful completion of continuing education prescribed by the board.

(3) The board shall adopt rules relating to licenses under this part which have become inactive and for the reactivation of inactive licenses. The board shall prescribe, by rule, continuing education requirements for reactivating a license. The continuing education requirements for reactivating a license may not exceed 20 classroom hours for each year the license was inactive.

History: ss. 15, 20, ch. 88-236; s. 4, ch. 91-429; s. 203, ch. 94-119; s. 16, ch. 96-367; s. 61, ch. 2016-10.
Fla. Stat. § 605.1104 — Florida Code / Title XXXVI / Chapter 605 / Section 605.1104
605.1104 Interrogatories by department; other powers of department.
Status: in_force

(1) The department may direct to any limited liability company or foreign limited liability company subject to this chapter, and to a member or manager of any limited liability company or foreign limited liability company subject to this chapter, interrogatories reasonably necessary and proper to enable the department to ascertain whether the limited liability company or foreign limited liability company has complied with the provisions of this chapter applicable to the limited liability company or foreign limited liability company. The interrogatories must be answered within 30 days after the date of mailing, or within such additional time as fixed by the department. The answers to the interrogatories must be full and complete and must be made in writing and under oath. If the interrogatories are directed to an individual, they must be answered by the individual, and if directed to a limited liability company or foreign limited liability company, they must be answered by a manager of a manager-managed company, a member of a member-managed company, or other applicable governor if a foreign limited liability company is not member-managed or manager managed, or a fiduciary if the company is in the hands of a receiver, trustee, or other court-appointed fiduciary.

(2) The department need not file a record in a court of competent jurisdiction to which the interrogatories relate until the interrogatories are answered as provided in this chapter, and is not required to file a record if the answers disclose that the record is not in conformity with the requirements of this chapter or if the department has determined that the parties to such document have not paid all fees, taxes, and penalties due and owing this state. The department shall certify to the Department of Legal Affairs, for such action as the Department of Legal Affairs may deem appropriate, all interrogatories and answers that disclose a violation of this chapter.

(3) The department may, based upon its findings under this section or as provided in s. 213.053(15), bring an action in circuit court to collect any penalties, fees, or taxes determined to be due and owing the state and to compel any filing, qualification, or registration required by law. In connection with such proceeding, the department may, without prior approval by the court, file a lis pendens against any property owned by the limited liability company and may further certify any findings to the Department of Legal Affairs for the initiation of an action permitted pursuant to this chapter which the Department of Legal Affairs may deem appropriate.

History: s. 2, ch. 2013-180; s. 75, ch. 2020-32.
Fla. Stat. § 794.056 — Florida Code / Title XLVI / Chapter 794 / Section 794.056
794.056 Rape Crisis Program Trust Fund.
Status: in_force

(1) The Rape Crisis Program Trust Fund is created within the Department of Health for the purpose of providing funds for rape crisis centers in this state. Trust fund moneys shall be used exclusively for the purpose of providing services for victims of sexual assault. Funds credited to the trust fund consist of those funds collected as an additional court assessment in each case in which a defendant pleads guilty or nolo contendere to, or is found guilty of, regardless of adjudication, an offense provided in s. 775.21(6) and (10)(a), (b), and (g); s. 784.011; s. 784.021; s. 784.03; s. 784.041; s. 784.045; s. 784.048; s. 784.07; s. 784.08; s. 784.081; s. 784.082; s. 784.083; s. 784.085; s. 787.01(3); s. 787.02(3); s. 787.025; s. 787.06; s. 787.07; s. 794.011; s. 794.05; s. 794.08; former s. 796.03; former s. 796.035; s. 796.04; s. 796.05; s. 796.06; s. 796.07(2)(a)-(d) and (i); s. 800.03; s. 800.04; s. 810.14; s. 810.145; s. 812.135; s. 817.025; s. 825.102; s. 825.1025; s. 827.071; s. 836.10; s. 847.0133; s. 847.0135(2); s. 847.0137; s. 847.0145; s. 943.0435(4)(c), (7), (8), (9)(a), (13), and 1 (14)(c); or s. 985.701(1). Funds credited to the trust fund also shall include revenues provided by law, moneys appropriated by the Legislature, and grants from public or private entities.

(2) The Department of Health shall establish by rule criteria consistent with the provisions of s. 794.055(3)(b) for distributing moneys from the trust fund to rape crisis centers.

History: s. 1, ch. 2003-140; s. 2, ch. 2004-225; s. 25, ch. 2006-79; s. 151, ch. 2007-5; s. 8, ch. 2011-220; s. 84, ch. 2012-5; s. 16, ch. 2012-97; s. 21, ch. 2014-160; s. 18, ch. 2016-104; s. 12, ch. 2017-170; s. 34, ch. 2018-3; s. 3, ch. 2018-128; s. 87, ch. 2019-167.