FL S1996

Redefines "special risk member" in the Florida Retirement System to simplify the definition by referencing criteria in section 121.0515 rather than multiple dated subsections.

Adds court deputies in the state court system to the special risk class effective July 1, 2010, if their primary duties include transporting and controlling prisoners, fingerprinting, maintaining jury care and control, and maintaining courtroom security.

Excludes administrative support personnel (clerical, accounting, purchasing, legal, and personnel staff) from court deputy special risk classification.

Provides legislative findings that court deputies warrant special risk classification due to their responsibility for maintaining safe and secure courtroom environments and that this amendment serves an important state interest.

Takes effect July 1, 2010.