Florida Statutes 106.1439 – Electioneering communications; disclaimers
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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 106.1439
- Electioneering communication: means a text message or communication that is publicly distributed by a television station, radio station, cable television system, satellite system, newspaper, magazine, direct mail, or telephone which:1. See Florida Statutes 106.011
- Person: means an individual or a corporation, association, firm, partnership, joint venture, joint stock company, club, organization, estate, trust, business trust, syndicate, or other combination of individuals having collective capacity. See Florida Statutes 106.011
(1) Any electioneering communication, other than a text message or a telephone call, must prominently state: “Paid electioneering communication paid for by   (Name and address of person paying for the communication)  .”