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FL S0002
CL
Status
Enrolled
3/1/2012
Primary Sponsor
Mike Haridopolos
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AI Summary
- Appropriates $1,350,000 from Florida's General Revenue Fund to compensate William Dillon, who was wrongfully incarcerated for 27 years after being convicted of first-degree felony murder in 1981 and exonerated in 2008
- Directs the Chief Financial Officer to use the funds to purchase an annuity through an insurance company or financial institution selected by Dillon
- Waives tuition and fees for up to 120 credit hours at any Florida career center, community college, or state university, contingent on Dillon meeting admission requirements and maintaining satisfactory academic progress
- Requires Dillon to execute a full release of all present and future claims against the State of Florida, its agencies, the Brevard County Sheriff's Office, and associated individuals before receiving payment
- Voids all unused benefits if future evidence, including DNA, determines Dillon participated in any manner in the death or robbery of victim James Dvorak
Legislative Description
Relief of William Dillon by State of Florida
Last Action
Approved by Governor -SJ 759
3/1/2012
Committee Referrals
Rules11/1/2011
Special Master On Claim Bills9/8/2011
Full Bill Text
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