Florida Statutes 553.973 – Enforcement and penalties
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Attorney's Note
Under the Florida Statutes, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| misdemeanor of the first degree | up to 1 year | up to $1,000 |
Terms Used In Florida Statutes 553.973
- Department: means the Department of Business and Professional Regulation. See Florida Statutes 553.955
- person: includes individuals, children, firms, associations, joint adventures, partnerships, estates, trusts, business trusts, syndicates, fiduciaries, corporations, and all other groups or combinations. See Florida Statutes 1.01
(1) The Department of Business and Professional Regulation shall investigate any complaints received concerning violations of this part and shall report the results of its investigation to the Attorney General or state attorney. The Attorney General or state attorney may institute proceedings to enjoin any person found to be violating the provisions of this part.
(2) The department shall cause periodic inspections to be made of manufacturers, distributors, or retailers of new products in order to determine compliance with this part. The department, by rule, shall adopt procedures for such inspections and verification of products.
(3) Any person who violates any provision of this part is guilty of a misdemeanor of the first degree, punishable by fine as provided in s. 775.083.