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Fla. Stat. § 489.1295

Prohibition against nonpayment

Florida · Florida Statutes Chapter 489 — CONTRACTING · Status: effective

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Fla. Stat. § 489.1295, Prohibition against nonpayment, Florida, version 1 as recorded 2026-10-02, yourstate.us, https://yourstate.us/provision/2057846
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(1) A licensed contractor must compensate a subcontractor or supplier, unless there is a bona fide dispute regarding the amount due, if any, for services, labor, or materials: (a) Within 45 days after receiving payment for the services performed or materials supplied by the subcontractor or supplier; or(b) In accordance with the terms of the contract for such services, labor, or materials. (2) A licensed contractor who knowingly or willfully violates this section is subject to disciplinary proceedings as provided in s. 489.129.