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2001 Florida Statutes
SECTION 496
Liberal construction.
Liberal construction.
1240.496 Liberal construction.--This act, being necessary for the welfare of the state and its inhabitants, shall be liberally construed to effect its purpose.
History.--s. 27, ch. 82-241; s. 3(7), ch. 2000-321.
1Note.--Repealed January 7, 2003, by s. 3(7), ch. 2000-321, and shall be reviewed by the Legislature prior to that date.