§ 837.06, Fla. Stat. · Chapter 837. PERJURY
False official statements.
Text — 2026 Florida Statutes
Whoever knowingly makes a false statement in writing with the intent to mislead a public servant in the performance of his or her official duty shall be guilty of a misdemeanor of the second degree, punishable as provided in s. 775.082 or s. 775.083.
Notes and commentary — not statutory text
History
s. 58, ch. 74-383; s. 34, ch. 75-298; s. 207, ch. 91-224; s. 1313, ch. 97-102.
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The Florida Statutes
- § 11.40, Fla. Stat.Legislative Auditing Committee.Printed as s. 837.06
- § 100.371, Fla. Stat.Initiatives; procedure for placement on ballot.Printed as s. 837.06
- § 487.2042, Fla. Stat.Submission and investigation of complaints.Printed as s. 837.06
- § 559.725, Fla. Stat.Consumer complaints; administrative duties.Printed as s. 837.06
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