Florida Final Paycheck Laws
Calculate when final wages are due under Florida law. Enter the termination details below.
Final Paycheck Deadline Calculator
Find out exactly when the final paycheck is due based on state law.
Florida Law
Next regular payday
Florida has no specific final paycheck statute. Employers must pay terminated employees by the next regular payday as with any other employee. Unlike states like California with immediate payment requirements, Florida provides flexibility. However, willful failure to pay wages can result in claims under Florida Statute 448.08.
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Florida Final Paycheck Requirements
| Scenario | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Employee is fired or laid off | Next regular payday |
| Employee quits with notice | Next regular payday |
| Employee quits without notice | Next regular payday |
| PTO/Vacation payout required? | No / depends on policy |
Penalties
Florida does not have specific statutory penalties for late final paychecks. However, employees may still file wage claims and employers could face other consequences.
PTO/Vacation Payout
Florida does not consider accrued vacation as earned wages that must be paid upon termination. However, if your employee handbook or policy promises payout of unused PTO/vacation, that creates an enforceable contract obligation. Review policies carefully before making commitments.
Additional Notes
Florida has no specific final paycheck statute. Employers must pay terminated employees by the next regular payday as with any other employee. Unlike states like California with immediate payment requirements, Florida provides flexibility. However, willful failure to pay wages can result in claims under Florida Statute 448.08.
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