Fla. Stat. 45.011
Definitions


(1)

“Bond with surety” means a bond with two good and sufficient sureties, each with unencumbered property not subject to any exemption afforded by law equal in value to the penal sum of the bond or a bond with a licensed surety company as surety or a cash deposit conditioned as for a bond.

(2)

“Defendant” means any party against whom relief as referenced in subsection (3) is sought.

(3)

“Plaintiff” means any party seeking affirmative relief whether plaintiff, counterclaimant, cross-claimant; or third-party plaintiff, counterclaimant or cross-claimant.

Source: Section 45.011 — Definitions, https://www.­flsenate.­gov/Laws/Statutes/2024/0045.­011 (accessed Aug. 7, 2025).

Current through Fall 2025

§ 45.011. Definitions's source at flsenate​.gov