Florida Law

Attorney General James Uthmeier asked a judge to toss a challenge against an emergency rule filed by companies that sell the kratom byproduct of kratom and users of the substance.

The lawsuit focused on people being unable to use areas of the beach that they own, rather than on beaches being closed to the general public.

The compound — available in such products as drinks, gummies and powders — has skyrocketed in popularity over the past few years.

The case has focused heavily on part of the law that prevents people “domiciled” in China from purchasing property in Florida, with some exceptions.

The overall bill that Gov. Ron DeSantis signed earlier this year included a series of measures aimed at helping the state recover from three hurricanes that made landfall in 2025.

Want to know how to make a public records request? Or what makes a meeting public? Your Florida has you covered.

Lawmakers in Tallahassee said they never intended the new law to be used against fans storming football fields after a huge victory.

The law effectively freezes local land-development regulations and comprehensive plans through Oct. 1, 2027, and was made retroactive to Aug. 1, 2024.

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has been filing reports twice a month since being found in civil contempt for telling officers they could ignore the judge's order.

Florida’s Sunshine Law is meant to ensure transparency, allow public participation, and foster public trust in government. Your Florida breaks down how it works and lists some renewed exemptions.

Cases of stalking with tracking devices have escalated sharply in recent years, according to statewide criminal data.

The laws range from changes in how mentally ill people are treated in the criminal-justice system to requiring landlords to disclose information about flood risks and more.