State v. Robinette

The State of Florida appeals the trial court’s order dismissing Count 27 of the information charging appellee with employing, authorizing, or inducing a child less than 18 years of age to engage in a sexual performance. § 827.071(2), Florida Statutes. The trial court dismissed the charge because the child involved had obtained a prior judgment removing disabilities of nonage pursuant to section 39.016, Florida Statutes (Supp. 1992). We reverse and remand.

The statute under which appellee was charged is clear and unambiguous and, as such, must be given the effect intended by the legislature as…