Florida · Florida Statutes — Title XLVI, Crimes
Fla. Stat. (Crimes) § 784.0485: Stalking; injunction; powers and duties of court and clerk; petition; notice and hearing; temporary injunction; issuance of injunction; statewide verification system; enforcement
What this law says, in plain English
This statute creates a civil cause of action allowing stalking victims to petition for court injunctions for protection. It establishes procedures for filing, court jurisdiction, fees, and enforcement of such protective orders.
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