FL S0592

Requires the Department of Corrections to verify the authenticity of court orders with the issuing judge before releasing a person from incarceration if the order changes a person's release date to an earlier date.

Provides an exception to the verification requirement if the order received from the clerk of court is accompanied by a confirmation from the issuing judge or authorized designee verifying the authenticity of the order.

Amends section 944.70, Florida Statutes, to add verification procedures for early release orders.

Takes effect July 1, 2014.