FL S0058

Creates s. 45.022, F.S., declaring as state policy that foreign law, legal codes, or systems cannot be applied in Florida proceedings if they deny fundamental liberties, rights, and privileges guaranteed by the State or U.S. Constitution.

Defines "foreign law, legal code, or system" to include laws from foreign countries and international organizations, excluding English common law and Native American tribal law.

Voids any court or arbitration ruling based on foreign law that does not grant parties the same constitutional protections, and voids contracts or provisions requiring choice of foreign law or forum outside U.S. territories that would violate constitutional rights.

Applies primarily to family law matters under chapters 61 and 88 (dissolution of marriage, support, time-sharing, child custody, and interstate family support) and to natural persons rather than business entities.

Preserves religious organizations' ability to adjudicate ecclesiastical matters and allows federal treaties and international agreements to preempt state law where applicable.