Definitions. — Florida Code § 409.016

Florida Code § 409.016 — Definitions.. Reproduced from the official Florida Statutes, with a citation summary, verification link, and related provisions.

§ 409.016. Definitions.

As used in this chapter: (1) “Commercial sexual exploitation” means the use of any person under the age of 18 years for sexual purposes in exchange for money, goods, or services or the promise of money, goods, or services. (2) “Department,” unless otherwise specified, means the Department of Children and Families. (3) “Management functions” means: (a) Planning, directing, organizing, coordinating, and carrying out oversight duties of the lead agency; or (b) Contracting for officer or director level staffing in performance of the planning, directing, organizing, coordinating, and carrying out of oversight duties of the lead agency. (4) “Secretary” means the secretary of the Department of Children and Families. (5) “Social and economic services,” within the meaning of this chapter, means the providing of financial assistance as well as preventive and rehabilitative social services for children, adults, and families.

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  • Citation: Florida Statutes § 409.016
  • Jurisdiction: Florida
  • Code: Florida Statutes
  • Subject: Definitions.
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