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The state is changing the way it grades restaurants.

The Department of Business and Professional Regulation has adopted a new food code effective January First. Right now violations fall under two categories critical and non-critical. The new scale has three categories, basic, intermediate and high-priority. DBPR Secretary Ken Lawson says the addition of the extra category will make it easier for owners and customers to understand.

“And by having these new streamlined standards it makes it an easier time for you to start your food truck, your restaurant or stay in business and comply with the law,” said Lawson.

The department is currently working with restaurant owners to help them prepare for the changing food code.