Know the Laws: Florida
- State Law Overview
Most of the laws relevant to domestic violence and sexual assault are based on state law.
- Restraining Orders
Information about Injunction for Protection Against Domestic Violence and moving with an order in Florida
- Custody
Information about custody and parental kidnapping in Florida.
- Parental Kidnapping
This page addresses the general (not state-specific) laws of one parent taking a child out of the state or country, without the other parent's consent.
- Workplace Protections
Florida state law provides employment protections for domestic violence victims who need to take time off from work to handle issues related to domestic violence.
- Divorce
General information about divorce with links to Florida-specific information.
- Crimes
General information (not state-specific) about crimes your abuser may have committed.
- Gun Laws
If you are a victim of domestic violence or sexual assault, then it may be illegal for your abuser to buy or have a gun.
- Suing Your Abuser
General information about your right to sue your abuser for medical costs, destroyed property, or other damages.
Federal Laws
Tribal Laws
- Tribal Law
Information about tribal laws related to domestic violence and sexual abuse.