Legal Question in Consumer Law in Florida

Re: tracking devices in leased vehicles

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I am not aware of a specific law on this subject as it is relatively new. Florida statute 934.42 does require an investigative or law enforcement officer to make application to a judge of competent jurisdiction for an order authorizing or approving the installation and use of a mobile tracking device. It does not speak to private parties however. I am sure the intent of the party would be important. If it was there prior and the seller forgot to remove it, then it should not be illegal. If it was done to track you for some reason, then it may be some form of invasion of privacy.

Scott R. Jay, Esq.