Legal Question in Administrative Law in Florida

Sunshine Law

If a county commissioner gives a set of budget plans to another agency employee who is trying to get a yearly budget passed, is this a violation of the Florida Sunshine Law? Is there a statute of limitation on such a violation?


Asked on 8/08/07, 3:36 pm

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Scott R. Jay Law Offices of Scott R. Jay

Re: Sunshine Law

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I believe that both have to be elected officials which an agency employee would not be. County commissioners are certainly allowed to talk to county staff and employees without violating the law otherwise nothing could ever get done.

Scott R. Jay, Esq.

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Answered on 8/09/07, 1:36 am
Johm Smith tom's

Re: Sunshine Law

This could be a complicated matter; it depends on the facts. If you believe you or someone else may have violated the law, you should consult with an attorney and go over all the facts.

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Answered on 8/09/07, 10:39 am


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