FL S1182

Creates a new crime of "terroristic threats" defined as communicating a threat to commit violent acts, cause building evacuations, or cause public terror or serious inconvenience.

Establishes a third-degree felony for basic violations of terroristic threats, punishable under Florida's standard felony sentencing guidelines.

Elevates violations to second-degree felonies if the threat causes occupants to be diverted from normal operations or targets law enforcement officers, state attorneys, or their immediate family members.

Requires convicted offenders to pay restitution equal to the cost of evacuation response, including fire, police, emergency medical services, and emergency preparedness costs.

Takes effect October 1, 2015.