Prohibited use of self-defense weapon or device against law enforcement officer; penalties.

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A person who knowingly and willfully uses a self-defense chemical spray, a nonlethal stun gun or other nonlethal electric weapon or device, or a dart-firing stun gun against a law enforcement officer engaged in the performance of his or her duties commits a felony of the third degree, punishable as provided in s. 775.082, s. 775.083, or s. 775.084.

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History

s. 4, ch. 97-72; s. 4, ch. 2006-298.

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Edition: 2026 Florida Statutes
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