Florida Statutes 110.126 – Oaths, testimony, records; 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 110.126
- Answer: The formal written statement by a defendant responding to a civil complaint and setting forth the grounds for defense.
- Department: means the Department of Management Services. See Florida Statutes 110.107
- 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
- Subpoena: A command to a witness to appear and give testimony.
- Testimony: Evidence presented orally by witnesses during trials or before grand juries.
The department may administer oaths, subpoena witnesses, and compel the production of books, papers, or other records, in written or electronic form, relevant to any investigation of personnel practices or hearing authorized by this chapter. Any person who fails to appear in response to a subpoena or to answer any question or produce any books, papers, or other records relevant to such investigation or hearing or who knowingly gives false testimony commits a misdemeanor of the first degree, punishable as provided in s. 775.082 or s. 775.083.