(1) Each of the following acts constitutes a felony of the third degree, punishable as provided in s. 775.082, s. 775.083, or s. 775.084:
(a) Operating an independent postsecondary educational institution without a valid, active license issued pursuant to this chapter.
(b) Obtaining or attempting to obtain a license to operate an institution by fraudulent misrepresentation.
(c) Using or attempting to use a license that has been suspended or revoked.
(2) Each of the following acts constitutes a misdemeanor of the second degree, punishable as provided in s. 775.082 or s. 775.083:
(a) Knowingly concealing information relating to violations of this chapter.
(b) Willfully making any false oath or affirmation when required to make an oath or affirmation pursuant to this chapter.
History.—s. 2, ch. 2005-202.
Structure Florida Statutes
Title XLVIII - Early Learning-20 Education Code
Chapter 1005 - Nonpublic Postsecondary Education
Part III - Licensure of Nonpublic Postsecondary Educational Institutions (Ss. 1005.31-1005.39)
1005.31 - Licensure of institutions.
1005.32 - Licensure by means of accreditation.
1005.33 - License period and renewal.
1005.34 - Fair consumer practices; condition of operation.
1005.36 - Institutional closings.
1005.37 - Student Protection Fund.
1005.375 - Violations; penalties.
1005.38 - Actions against a licensee and other penalties.
1005.385 - Authority to issue citations.
1005.39 - Continuing education and training for administrators and faculty.