Definition: A civil remedy equal to three times a specified measure of damages when a statute authorizes that multiplier and its requirements are met.
Example
A statute provides a qualifying injured party a remedy based on three times the covered actual damages.
Keep the distinction clear
Treble damages are not automatically available whenever a contract is breached. The particular statute controls eligibility and calculation.
Related terms
Damages ยท Conversion (Entrusted Money or Property)
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References: Florida Statutes 772.11
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