Q: Is it illegal for a staff member to threaten my life in Florida?
I live in a building in Florida where an employee staff member threatened my life as well as the life of my cat in the lobby. I have the threat recorded. I don't have any personal relationship with her other than she works in the building I live in. The administrator told me that it doesn't matter, and no authorities have been contacted yet. Is it against the law for her to threaten my life in this manner?
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Yes, it is illegal for someone to threaten your life in Florida. Threatening another person's life is considered a crime under Florida law. It can be classified as aggravated assault, which involves making a threat with the intent to cause fear of imminent harm. This type of threat can carry serious legal consequences.
Since you have the threat recorded, it could serve as important evidence in an investigation. The fact that this happened in a public space, like the lobby of your building, doesn’t change the seriousness of the threat. Even if the employee doesn’t have a personal relationship with you, the law protects everyone from threats of harm.
It’s concerning that the administrator hasn’t taken action. You have the right to contact local authorities, such as the police, to report the threat. They can help determine the appropriate legal response and ensure your safety. Don't hesitate to reach out to law enforcement or a legal advisor to better understand your options in this situation.
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