Does SunBiz Have a Fatal Flaw?
Frequently Asked Questions
Absolutely not. In a statement from the Department of State regarding a recent case: "The Division of Corporations acts in an administrative filing capacity only. We do not have statutory authority to regulate individual businesses nor do we have investigative capability. As such, all documents submitted and filed by our office are accepted at face value. Section 817.155, F.S., states "a person may not, in any matter within the jurisdiction of the Department of State, knowingly and willfully falsify or conceal a material fact, make any false, fictitious, or fraudulent statement or representation, or make or use any false document, knowing the same to contain any false, fictitious, or fraudulent statement or entry. A person who violates this section is guilty of a felony of the third degree, punishable as provided in s. 775.082, s. 775.083, or s. 775.084". Any disputes or fraudulent filings must be resolved between the affected parties or in the courts or through law enforcement."
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Not likely. It has been the experience of victims to be dismissed by Florida law enforcement. Most law enforcement agencies will label your matter "civil" and advise you to take the other party to civil court.
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No. Someone could be stealing your business right now. but, there are two bills being proposed in Florida. If you want to support the bill, sign this petition: https://chng.it/24qfVTx98c