Cease and Desist Order. An order issued by an Administrative Agency or a court proscribing a person or a business entity from continuing a particular course of conduct. The force and effect of a cease and desist order are similar to those of an Injunction issued by a court. cease and desist order. n. an order of a court or government agency to a person, business or organization to stop doing something upon a strong showing that the activity is harmful and/or contrary to law. The order may be permanent or hold until a final judicial determination of legality occurs.
(link opens in new window) In 1959, the national legislature passed another significant law. The Landrum-Griffin Act was the direct outgrowth of the unsatisfactory internal practices of a small but strategically located minority of unions as revealed by Senate investigations.
Chapter 718 of the Florida Statutes, also known as The Condominium Act, is a chapter of law that governs condominiums in the State of Florida. The Condominium Act should be read in conjunction with Chapters 61B-15 through 25, 45 and 50, Florida Administrative Code. The administrative rules are promulgated by the Division of Florida Condominiums, Timeshares, and Mobile Homes to interpret, enforce, and implement Chapter 718, Florida Statutes. Division of Florida Condominiums, Timeshares, and Mobile Homes Northwood Centre 1940 North Monroe Street Tallahassee, FL 32399-1030 (850) 488-1122 (800) 226-9101 This publication was undertaken expressly for the convenience of those who frequently refer to The Condominium Act, and is not in any way intended to be