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FL H1455

Bill

Status

Passed

6/1/2010

Primary Sponsor

Joseph Abruzzo

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Origin

House of Representatives

2010 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends section 496.415 to prohibit false representation as a member of the United States Armed Forces (Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marine Corps, Navy) or National Guard during solicitation of charitable contributions or sponsor sales promotions

  • Creates section 817.312 to make it illegal to wear military uniforms, medals, or insignia while falsely representing oneself as a member or veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces or National Guard when soliciting charitable contributions

  • Establishes violation of section 817.312 as a third-degree felony punishable under sections 775.082, 775.083, or 775.084

  • Takes effect October 1, 2010

Legislative Description

Misrepresentation of Military Status [CPSC]

Last Action

Approved by Governor; Chapter No. 2010-181

6/1/2010

Committee Referrals

Criminal & Civil Justice Policy Council3/28/2010
Public Safety & Domestic Security Policy3/10/2010

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