R. 61G15-31.001 General Responsibility
R. 61G15-31.002 Definitions
R. 61G15-31.003 Design of Structures Utilizing Prefabricated Wood Trusses
R. 61G15-31.004 Design of Cast-in-Place Post-Tensioned Concrete Structural Systems
R. 61G15-31.005 Design of Structures Utilizing Precast and Prestressed Concrete Components
R. 61G15-31.006 Design of Structural Systems Utilizing Open Web Steel Joists and Joist Girders
R. 61G15-31.007 Design of Metal Building Systems
R. 61G15-31.008 Design of Foundations
R. 61G15-31.009 Design of Structural Steel Systems

Terms Used In Florida Regulations > Chapter 61G15-31 - Responsibility Rules of Professional Engineers Concerning the Design of Structures

  • Amendment: A proposal to alter the text of a pending bill or other measure by striking out some of it, by inserting new language, or both. Before an amendment becomes part of the measure, thelegislature must agree to it.
  • Complaint: A written statement by the plaintiff stating the wrongs allegedly committed by the defendant.
  • Conviction: A judgement of guilt against a criminal defendant.
  • Dependent: A person dependent for support upon another.
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  • Executor: A male person named in a will to carry out the decedent
  • Fraud: Intentional deception resulting in injury to another.
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  • Nolo contendere: No contest-has the same effect as a plea of guilty, as far as the criminal sentence is concerned, but may not be considered as an admission of guilt for any other purpose.
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  • Plea: In a criminal case, the defendant's statement pleading "guilty" or "not guilty" in answer to the charges, a declaration made in open court.
  • Probable cause: A reasonable ground for belief that the offender violated a specific law.
  • Probation: A sentencing alternative to imprisonment in which the court releases convicted defendants under supervision as long as certain conditions are observed.
  • Restitution: The court-ordered payment of money by the defendant to the victim for damages caused by the criminal action.
  • Statute: A law passed by a legislature.
  • Subpoena: A command to a witness to appear and give testimony.
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