Florida Court of Appeals Reverses Dismissal, Orders Motor Fuel Tax Refund Interest Payment

Oct. 23, 2025, 2:35 PM UTC

The Florida Court of Appeals reversed the circuit court’s dismissal of the taxpayer’s petition for a writ of mandamus. The case stemmed from a prior ruling ordering a refund of overpaid motor fuel taxes to the taxpayer. Upon receiving the refund, the taxpayer discovered that statutory interest was not included and sought mandamus relief when the Department of Revenue failed to respond to a demand letter. The appellate court found that the circuit court erred in concluding it lacked jurisdiction. It directed the circuit court to grant the petition and determine the interest owed in accordance with relevant statutes and ...

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