FL S1496

Creates a public records exemption for investigative or crime scene photographs, images, or video recordings of deceased persons or severe injuries held by law enforcement agencies.

Allows surviving spouses, parents, adult children of deceased persons, and injured persons themselves to view and copy restricted photographs with written authorization through a designee if needed.

Permits governmental entities and state or federal agencies to access restricted records for official duties under written request while maintaining confidential and exempt status.

Allows any person to view (but not copy, photograph, or remove) restricted records under direct supervision of the custodian; law enforcement agency heads or judges may authorize copying upon showing good cause.

Establishes criminal penalties of first-degree misdemeanor for first violations and third-degree felony for subsequent violations; includes sunset provision requiring legislative reenactment by October 2, 2015, and applies retroactively to all existing photographs and recordings.