Florida Statutes 102.101 – Sheriff and other officers not allowed in polling place
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Terms Used In Florida Statutes 102.101
- Affidavit: A written statement of facts confirmed by the oath of the party making it, before a notary or officer having authority to administer oaths.
- Arrest: Taking physical custody of a person by lawful authority.
A sheriff, a deputy sheriff, a police officer, a special officer appointed pursuant to s. 102.091, or any other officer of the law is not allowed within a polling place without permission from the clerk or a majority of the inspectors, except to cast his or her ballot. Upon the failure of any such officer to comply with this section, the clerk or the inspectors must make an affidavit against the officer for his or her arrest.