FL S1166

Revises terminology in adverse possession law, replacing "occupation" with "possession" and requiring claimants to meet conditions specified in subsection (9).

Requires persons claiming adverse possession to pay all property taxes and matured special improvement liens for at least 2 consecutive years before filing a return with the property appraiser.

Mandates filing a uniform return form with the Department of Revenue within 1 year of meeting tax payment requirements, including claimant information, legal description, notarized attestation, and proof of tax payments.

Adds prominent notice on returns stating that filing does not entitle immediate possession or ownership and returns must be refiled every 3 months to remain effective.

Creates criminal penalties for occupying residential structures solely by adverse possession during mortgage or lien foreclosure proceedings, constituting trespass under section 810.08 or theft under section 812.014 if offered for lease.