Florida Statutes

Fla. Stat. § 394.9265 (2025)

Introduction or removal of certain articles unlawful; penalty.

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394.9265 Introduction or removal of certain articles unlawful; penalty.
(1) Except as authorized by law or as specifically authorized by the person in charge of a secure facility providing secure confinement and treatment under this part, it is unlawful to knowingly and intentionally bring into any facility providing secure confinement and treatment under this part, or to take or attempt to take or send therefrom, any of the following articles:
(a) Any intoxicating beverage or beverage that causes or may cause an intoxicating effect;
(b) Any controlled substance as defined in chapter 893; or
(c) Any firearm or weapon.
(2) A person who violates this section commits a felony of the third degree, punishable as provided in s. 775.082, s. 775.083, or s. 775.084.
History.s. 4, ch. 2012-79.

Arrestable Offenses under F.S. 394.9265

M = misdemeanor · F = felony · degree: F=1st S=2nd T=3rd
§394.9265SMUGGLE CONTRABANDSMUGGLE INTOX BEV CONT SUBS OR FIREARM IN FACF · 3rd

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