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Definition: A child who is absent from home without the consent of a parent, guardian, or legal custodian. Running away is a status offense (not criminal), handled through CINS/FINS proceedings, not the delinquency system.
Category: Juvenile Law · Statute: F.S. 984.03 · Source: Florida Legislature
Understanding Runaway (Juvenile) in Florida
A child who is absent from home without the consent of a parent, guardian, or legal custodian. Running away is a status offense (not criminal), handled through CINS/FINS proceedings, not the delinquency system.
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