FL H1149

Florida Supreme Court shall establish a mandatory licensure program for all paralegals practicing in the state

Program must define the scope of paralegal practice and establish minimum standards, qualifications, continuing education, certification, and professional conduct requirements

License application and renewal fees capped at $100 each, with revenues used solely to administer the program

Supreme Court shall create an independent board to adopt rules, establish procedures, and assist in administering the paralegal licensure program

Practicing as a paralegal without a license, holding oneself out as a paralegal, or using the title "paralegal" without licensure constitutes a felony of the third degree, effective July 1, 2011