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Can you summarize FLCL 501.011?
GENERAL PROVISIONS (ss. 501.001-501.1735) > Credit cards; unsolicited delivery or mailing prohibited.
Short Summary
This section of the Florida Statutes governs the mailing or delivery of credit cards in the state. It prohibits financial institutions, retail merchants, and other persons from mailing or delivering credit cards, with exceptions for cards sent in response to a request or application, or as replacements for previously issued cards. Violation of this section constitutes a misdemeanor of the second degree, punishable as provided in s. 775.082 or s. 775.083. Additionally, credit card bearers are not liable for the unauthorized use of unsolicited credit cards.
Whom does it apply to?
Financial institutions, retail merchants, and other persons in the state of Florida
What does it govern?
Credit cards
What are exemptions?
Credit cards mailed or delivered in response to a request or application, or as a replacement for a previously issued credit card
What are the Penalties?
Misdemeanor of the second degree, punishable as provided in s. 775.082 or s. 775.083
Jurisdiction
Florida