Relationships Florida

It is illegal to live with an opposite-sex partner if you are not married.

Status: Historical / Repealed

The Law Explained

Florida had a longstanding ban on 'lewd cohabitation' dating back to 1868, designed to enforce traditional moral standards. For over a century, unwed couples living together were technically committing a second-degree misdemeanor. The state finally repealed this antiquated law in 2016.

📚 Source / Legal Code

Official Code Citation: Florida Statutes § 798.02

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Adultery and Cohabitation

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