Use of force to effect release of person making arrest detained in building.

F.S. 901.20
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A peace officer may use any reasonable force to liberate himself or herself or another person from detention in a building entered for the purpose of making a lawful arrest.
Source: FL Statutes (Official Site)URL: https://www.flsenate.gov/Laws/Statutes/2025/Chapter901/AllFetched: 7/8/2026

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