496.417 Criminal penalties.
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Except as otherwise provided in ss. 496.401 - 496.424 , and in addition to any administrative or civil penalties, any person who willfully and knowingly violates ss. 496.401 - 496.424 commits a felony of the third degree, punishable as provided in s. 775.082 , s. 775.083 , or s. 775.084 . For a second or subsequent conviction, such violation constitutes a felony of the second degree, punishable as provided in s. 775.082 , s. 775.083 , or s. 775.084 . The department may also investigate and refer a charitable organization or sponsor to the Florida Elections Commission for investigation of violations pursuant to chapters 104 and 106.