2d 514 (Fla. 2d DCA 1988). For California statutes, the Bluebook allows citations to Deering's California Codes Annotated (available in print and on Lexis) or West's Annotated California Codes (available in print and on Westlaw). 0000005202 00000 n Vol. endobj L. No. 0000001637 00000 n Example: The primary Florida exemption is found in section 517.06(12), Florida Statutes. ). UCF library staff are not able to provide any legal advice. Fla. Stat. 364.339 (1993) (amended 1995). If you are using Chicago style and your instructor or supervisor wants you to include a listing for statutes in your bibliography as well, use the same format as you would for the footnote. To cite a state statute using the Bluebook, you will need the following information: the name of the state, the name of the statute, the public law number, and the chapter number. 89-670, 9, 80 Stat. (b)Consecutive Sections. If you are citing to a previous edition of the Code (1954 or 1939), indicate to the reader that you are doing so by including the year in parentheses after the regular citation. Match. Give the full name of the city, town or county, followed by the abbreviation of the state (see table T1). Consult the Blue Pages, Rule B12, if you are writing a brief or memo. So, just cite to either the Lexis or Westlawunofficial code: (For law review footnotes, Ohio Rev. Access Mango via your computer or download an app to your mobile device. Ct. Feb. 13, 2010). Note: The volume and page numbers refer to U.S. Reports. <>/Border[0 0 0]/Contents( \n h t t p s : / / i r . 131 0 obj endstream 135 0 obj Six-Step Process To create a correct Bluebook citation, follow this quick six-step process: Figure out what type of source you want to cite: a case, a statute, a book, a journal article, etc. Annotated codes: When citing to one of the unofficial annotated codes you need to indicate which set you used by identifying the publisher at the end of the cite. Otherwise cite to theFlorida Statutes Annotated. InSilverleibv.Hebshie(1992), the Florida Court of Appeals held that an order for the removal of a sewer line is in the nature of an equitable order. Page number. 1285. ", "Compiled by the editors of the Columbia Law Review, the Harvard Law Review, the University of Pennsylvania Law Review, and the Yale Law Journal. K*a^q7(p,43|`:F]3:2 N"E w\R6_@HrOIjfH@kpxfI 9#|,q48:4GfLhQo7n" Amendment number in Roman numerals, Section number. 1846-1886:Livingston v. LEngle, 22 Fla. 427 (1886). Numerical information that indicates the individual statute (i.e. Table T.1includes the official names and legal citation abbreviations for federal and state statutory compilations. Buncayo v. Dribin, 533 So. Rule 9.800 Citation Examples FL Supreme Court FL District Court of Appeal FL Circuit Court FL County Court See Table T1 in your Bluebook 21st edition for each state's rules and abbreviations.) Page number. For example, Connecticut's official code is theGeneral Statutes of Connecticut, and the unofficial code isConnecticut General Statutes Annotated. 0000000696 00000 n number U.S. Instead, use "Id." then the new section or subsection number. Florida Supreme Court decision (same as Rule 9.800): Florida District Court of Appeal decision (note that the court abbreviation differs from Rule 9.800): Florida Circuit Court abbreviation also differs from Rule 9.800 in that the Bluebook omits the circuit number: Florida County Court abbreviation also differs slightly from Rule 9.800 in that the Bluebook does not abbreviate the word "County". Follow the format found in T1.3 to cite the statute. 0000002420 00000 n In federal court proceedings, follow the Bluebook, unless a specific court rule directs otherwise. 931 (1966). 2d 292 (Fla. 1992). Alternatively, cite the statute in its original publication in the Statutes at Large, rather than in the code. Rule and Tables Rule 12 (and Rule B12 in the Bluepages) governs how to cite statutes. <>/Border[0 0 0]/Contents()/Rect[130.3037 613.5 172.1807 624.5]/StructParent 3/Subtype/Link/Type/Annot>> <<5082DBC196AEB2110A0020F18B39FD7F>]/Prev 236326>> When textual discussion concerns the present state of the law, cite to the current edition of theFlorida Statutes. endobj 1. The National Environmental Policy Act (1969) established the Council on Environmental Quality. endobj You can find official sources of the law in: Congress.Gov: Public Laws (1974 - current) Govinfo: Statutes at Large (1951- 2013) Often, you will need to include a parenthetical to indicate the date and stage of the bill especially if there are multiple versions of it in the same Congress. Section number. Representative Abrams turned the focus of the debate to paragraph (1)(b). 0000003881 00000 n 0000002027 00000 n When citing an official or unofficial version of the code that appears online in an electronic database or on a public website, use the year indicated by the database as the most current version of the statute, unless specifically citing to a previous version. "9e09ypgyQ%jUz;L~(DI} tEVpC=@uP35J/JDnXR;*f(S5D92g($,73Qia9arR^dtadoRkbmg+dROtk\>S\N2i. 0000016238 00000 n e d u / l r / v o l 1 9 / i s s 2 / 1 6)/Rect[72.0 131.7406 238.8604 143.4594]/StructParent 7/Subtype/Link/Type/Annot>> Handy reference for citing state statutes: Citation form for state statutes is similar to citing federal statutes. The Florida Court of Appeals held that an order for the removal of a sewer line is in the nature of an equitable order (Silverleibv.Hebshie1992). Additionally, the Chicago Manual of Style recommends its use for all citation of legal material. A short citation formmay be used (i.e., an id. form) in subsequent citations. %PDF-1.7 % 510(b) (Supp. The Bluebook is the standard reference source for American legal citation. Department of Transportation Act, Pub. ISBN: 0615361161. HOW TO CITE . 996 (N.D. Texas 1997). Choose from more than 70 languages, including Latin American Spanish and English for speakers of other languages. Example: (by U.S.C. ,l:x\V0`r`uifa`AaNQ# p42H00$0"k0q3c`O@ie!F@V%o D Z <>/Border[0 0 0]/Contents()/Rect[72.0 612.5547 124.3037 625.4453]/StructParent 2/Subtype/Link/Type/Annot>> The United States Code Annotated and the United States Code Service are two of the unofficial federal codes. Official name of act, Title No. All authors should strive to properly cite sources in all documents, whether legal documents or scholarly works. Basic form endobj When referring to theFlorida Statutesin the text of a scholarly article or in textual discussion in footnotes, theBluebookrecommends the following form in Rule 2.2: Section 95.11(3)(c) of theFlorida Statutesgoverns the statute of limitations for any action founded on the design, planning, or construction of improvements to real property. Cite the statue using the prescribed elements (discussed on both the Federal and State Statute pages of this guide), but modify the date to show you are citing a supplement section. 0000001365 00000 n Code Ann. 162 0 obj Flibottev. Pennsylvania Truck Lines, Inc., 131 F. 3d 21 (1st Cir. Created by joel_smith37 Uniform System of Citation - Bluebook ~ Remember to the italics Terms in this set (20) 1. A parenthetical indicating either (i) the year the source was published (for code cita-tions) or (ii) the year the statute was passed (for session laws). \ WKGD6=+j}<3Pns6jr-`~fY"3cmEX97$KbDS42+MQVDmQA/y24". Name of the subject matter (if arranged by subject). <>stream If the statute has been amended more than once, citation to the earlier edition of theFlorida Statutesalone is sufficient. 0000003938 00000 n 35 ILCS 635/22 (West 2006). For more information on how to cite supplements, please seeBluebookRule 3.1(c). 1975). <>/Border[0 0 0]/Contents()/Rect[130.3037 613.5 172.1807 624.5]/StructParent 3/Subtype/Link/Type/Annot>> 124 0 obj Use the name of the state if citing to a case not decided by that state's state court. This guide is intended to help NSU College of Law Students with legal citations, The section number of what you are citing, The year of the code volume (not the year it was enacted. 0000003366 00000 n Bluebook Table 1 lists the citation structures for all U.S Jurisdictions. Citing Florida Statutes: REFERENCE LIST ENTRY Basic Form Source Chapter (date) Examples Fla. Stat. . Code Ann. This Florida Style Manual provides meaningful citation forms for Florida-specific materials. Bluebook Rule 12.2.1 requires that you cite to the official code of each state if available. InFlibottev. Pennsylvania Truck Lines, Inc.(1997), the Court of Appeals for the First Circuit held that it is appropriate for a judge to refuse to direct the verdict. Abbreviations 2.1 In Text 2.2 In Footness and Citations 3. The Bluebook requires you to cite to the official code if it is available. 4332 (1994). 0000001126 00000 n startxref Also included is theofficial/preferred code for that state, as well as the proper abbreviations for each code. Examples Though each state citation form will differ slightly, all citations will generally include: T1.3 will be an indispensable source for reference, providing you with the information required for each state's statutory citation. A chapter in theFlorida Statutesis not a session law chapter. House Bill 287 makes only a minor change in the vested rights number U.S. Introduction. Legislative Materials 3.1 Typeface of Legislative Materials 3.2 Florida Legislative Journals 122 0 obj See The University of Akron's Bluebook Quick Reference: Abbreviations and How-tos for help with . (Year). According to The Bluebook, you may add the name of a statute as it appears in the session law if (1) you are citing to an entire act as codified in the United States Code, (2) if the statute is commonly cited that way, or (3) if the information aids in identification of the material cited (Rule 12, p. 120, and Rule 12.3.1 (a)). Fla. Stat. 364.339 (1993),amended byAct effective July 1, 1995, ch. Additionally, for STATE CODES YOU MUST INCLUDE THE YEAR OF THE CODE. Similar to federal codes, state statutes may be published in both an official code and an unofficial code. l a w . Scuba Certification; Private Scuba Lessons; Scuba Refresher for Certified Divers; Try Scuba Diving; Enriched Air Diver (Nitrox) e d u / l r)/Rect[230.8867 220.0227 331.668 231.7414]/StructParent 5/Subtype/Link/Type/Annot>> 174.020 (2001) "to "Or. 4.1 (7 reviews) Flashcards. If you had found the previous statute online on Lexis or Westlaw, the proper citation would therefore be: 12 U.S.C.A. Use two section symbols with no space between them. 0000002194 00000 n It is important to refer to the Bluebookfor each state, as the format varies by state. 95-344, Laws of Fla. Fla. Stat. 191.04 (Supp. Indent the first line of a block quotation when quoting the entire text. Code Ann. 1887-present: Fenelon v. State, 594 So. When citing a statute that has since been amendedonce, indicate the year of amendment, or cite the amending session law in full if pertinent to the discussion. . 1) statutes in U.S.C., U.S.C.A., or U.S.C.S. Please provide the appropriate criminal charges and the legal authority (statute). The Court of Appeals for the First Circuit has held that it is appropriate for a judge to refuse to direct the verdict (Flibottev. Pennsylvania Truck Lines, Inc., 1997). 54. 5.9.2Form of Block Quotation: Complete Quotation. (optional if citing to the current code - Bluebook R. 12.3.2 per the 21st edition of the Bluebook), The abbreviation of the code used (here, U.S.C.A. The lessor does not select, manufacture, or supply the goods; a. https://guides.law.ufl.edu/floridacaselaw, Contact the Office of Career and Professional Development, University of Florida Legal Information Center, Rule 9.800: Florida's "Uniform System of Citation", CONSUMER INFORMATION (ABA REQUIRED DISCLOSURES). The first time a statute is cited, there must be an indication of the year of the statute under discussion. 130 0 obj (352) 273-0804 2d 1196 (Fla. 1985). 637 (Miami-Dade Cty. Please note that this is "Bluebook" style, so take the needed information from here and use it in the format provided above when . Redesigned on an accessible, mobile-optimized platform to support quick and easy searches, the new Bluebook Online is packed with new personalization features to fit your needs. According to section 102.012(6), if there are fewer than 300 registered electors one election board is sufficient. Cummings Center for History of Psychology. Do not cite to an annotated edition unless referencing materials not present in the official codification. How to Use This Manual Florida Rule of Appellate Procedure 9.800 Rule 9.800. Florida lawyers have two main sources of citation forms: The Bluebook: A Uniform System of Citation (16th ed. This is found in the form of a pocket part. Section 216.177 (2016) of the FloridaStatutesgoverns the form and content For other U.S. Jurisdictions, see Table T 1.4. Keep the following hints in mind; (1) Often an act from a legislature is inserted into the official code at myriad places, making it impossible to view it as a whole. 0000002251 00000 n . When the discussion deals with the law of an earlier time, as in a discussion of an earlier court opinion construing a statute, cite to the earlier edition of theFlorida Statuteswith which the discussion deals. . Eliminate the section number and catchline unless it is needed for a specific purpose. 0000001308 00000 n 134 0 obj The correct way to cite a state code varies according to the state. There are two types of statutes you will cite: Federal Statutes (United States Code, Code of Federal Regulations, or the Federal Register): these conventions can be found in T1.1 of the Bluebook. Both state and federal statutes are published in books called codes, usually having the statutes compiled by title or subject matter. Copies of the Bluebook, 20th edition can be found on Reserve in the CSS Library. Call Number: Ref. When referring to theFlorida Statutesin footnotes or stand-alone cites of a scholarly article, use the following format: (b) Florida Statutes Annotated.TheFlorida Statutes Annotatedis the unofficial version of theFlorida Statutes. While the following is an example of a correct citation, try to avoid quotations consisting of large omissions. Uniform Citation System This rule applies to all legal documents, including court opinions. Never use both. Examples: In state court proceedings, theFlorida Rules of Appellate Procedureprovide that lawyersare to "use the uniform citation system prescribed by rule 9.800" of the Rules of Appellate Procedure. desk KF245 .B58. 158 0 obj From the conception of that project, the editors realized that citation to many Florida-specific sourcesparticularly those generated by the Florida Legislaturewould lead to confusion if conventional Bluebook citation forms were followed. BluebookRule 12.2.1 requires that you cite to the official code of each stateif available. The phrase "Florida Statutes" is not abbreviated in textual discus-sions. . Under section 680.1031(1)(g), Florida Statutes, a finance lease is defined as a lease in which: 1. Abbreviate section references in a footnote citation sentence by using the section symbol (). The "long citation" (the text that actually appears in the Table of Authorities) is in quotes after the l ; the "short citation" (how you will mark a citation to that same case from this point forward) follows the s ; and the section the citation will appear in (Cases, Statutes, etc.) Here is how to cite it as a session law: Name of Act, Public Law Number (abbreviated 'Pub. State statutes are also periodically updated via pocket parts and supplements. Gainesville, FL 32611 )\/ ~0Z;VtM&:l+-vI7}1n#W~kLsW{g&ZtF-Np/%dyOi2nVr xselWY%@9koiERA],TxkFl- @s )_ \p`* yC^b 8N- QZJko$3*,it-#zmqlhkk9 GRE \r.9T{ O!CJ0u)[B2lzV "k[Q;POp3YRtTZ8t|(t6ljP-rN1EyaqUYcCZb7`4qi6Ll].znFAkmSfk'# Ins. Vol. . or U.S.C.S. <>/Border[0 0 0]/Contents( F l o r i d a S t a t e U n i v e r s i t y L a w \n R e v i e w)/Rect[72.0 650.625 323.0938 669.375]/StructParent 1/Subtype/Link/Type/Annot>> hb```e``.``a`H bg@ ~;sr~h``uf5g+'mr0)oL'Ll:3:VvO%T".>s Tgxwsk?u0u kd` R @Q@,@ZS33cqAJCuw&jU5v,)`a``l`se`Pc`Xx A- House Bill 287 makes only a minor change in the vested rights provisions of chapter 380. Assuming you opt to include a year when citing the print volume of an unofficial U.S. Code: Each of the three codes mentioned herein are periodically updated with supplements or pocket parts (that is, small packets that are kept in the back of the applicable volume). The published source in which the act may be found; and 3. In order to ensure the Manual remains a valuable tool for both practitioners and scholars, this Edition also includes updates to the Florida specific tables and resources throughout, provides the current version of Florida Rule of Appellate Procedure 9.800, and conforms the Manual to the 20th Edition of The Bluebook: A Uniform System of Citation. Then, give the name of the code, the section and the year of the code. is signified by the single-digit number following the c . Reporter Abbreviations However, if parts of the statute's current version appears in both the main volume and supplement, then you must cite to both of these versions. United States v. Lane, 474 U.S. 438 (1986). Citation Guides: Citing Legal Materials from Westfield State University Florida Style Manual 157 0 obj 2022 by The University of Akron The University of Akron is an Equal Education and Employment Institution. Fla. Stat. 191.04 (Supp. endobj For scholarly citation format, the main difference is that the name of the code is in small and large caps for scholarly citation format. (c)Nonconsecutive Sections. For example, section 688.001,Florida Statutes, states: Sections 688.001-688.009 may be cited as the Uniform Trade Secrets Act. The phrase Uniform Trade Secrets Act is the name of the statute and the Act. x (year). Florida Statutes should be cited as Fla. Stat. <>/Border[0 0 0]/Contents( \n h t t p s : / / i r . 2d 935 (Fla. 3d DCA 1988). ), The name of the publisher (West or LexisNexis), The year ofthe code. 19th edition. ,d, When citing a statute that has been repealed, indicate the year of repeal parenthetically, or cite the repealing session law in full if pertinent to the discussion. 309 Village Drive 1.) See 95.11(3)(c), Fla. Stat. The editors of this Eighth Edition have updated the citation rules throughout the Manual to address advances in information technology and, consequently, online legal research. Refer to an entire chapter in the same manner as a section. 2.) 128 0 obj ADA Amendments Act of 2008, Public Law 110325, 122 Stat. Basic form 3553 (2008). The Bluebook, a Uniform System of Citation, published by the Harvard Law Review, is the definitive style guide for the legal field. Next, click on "Constitutions and Statutes" in the left panel on the next page. Be sure to check out the videos that explain what each part of a legal citation means.

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