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Late fee rules in Florida

Florida law sets no cap on late fees. Florida law sets no grace period before a late fee.

Checked against Florida law on Oct 28, 2026.

What Florida law says

What is the maximum late fee a landlord can charge in Florida?

Florida law sets no cap on late fees.

We read the state's landlord-tenant law on Oct 28, 2026 and found no statute on this.

When can a landlord charge a late fee in Florida?

Florida law sets no grace period before a late fee.

We read the state's landlord-tenant law on Oct 28, 2026 and found no statute on this.

Check your city's rules too: a city or county can set stricter limits. This is general information, not legal advice.

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